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Turner Contemporary, wedding venue in Kent, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(8)

Turner Contemporary

Rendezvous, Margate, Kent, CT9 1HG, Kent, UK

Guest capacity
15 to 120 guests
Per person from
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About Turner Contemporary

An extraordinary space to mark a significant moment Celebrate your wedding in one of the Kent Coast’s most striking architectural landmarks. Designed by David Chipperfield, Turner Contemporary is a gallery forged at the edge of the coast — a space shaped by sea, light, and creativity — a n d offers you the rare opportunity to host your ceremony and celebration in an iconic building that houses world-class art and reflects the bold spirit of Margate’s cultural landscape. Supporting a rt and c ommunity When you choose Turner Contemporary, you’re also supporting a charitable gallery committed to keeping art free and accessible for all. All profits from venue hire directly fund our exhibitions, learning programmes and public events. Your celebration helps us inspire creativity in the community. Why c hoose Turner Contemporary? A Place of b eauty and h istory Located in the heart of Margate, our gallery sits right beside the shore, and on the very spot where J M W Turner was inspired by the skies that shaped his work. Exclusive h ire, l imited d ates Our events calendar is carefully balanced with our exhibitions and learning programmes, so dates are limited — making your wedding an exclusive, one-of-a-kind experience . Licensed c eremony s paces We’re licensed for ceremonies in two beautiful spaces, each with breathtaking views of the sea and famous Turner Skies, each accommodating up to 120 guests. Dedicated e vent m anager From planning through to the final dance, you’ll have expert support every step of the way — including supplier recommendations and logistical guidance. Early ac cess for p ersonal t ouches Our Foyle Rooms can be set up the day before your wedding, giving you time to add those unique, personal details.

Gallery

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Styles & facilities

Unusual weddings
Landmark
Unique weddings
Coastal weddings
Civil ceremony licence
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
Seated meal facilities
Buffet meal facilities
Entertainment licence
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
Corkage option

Reviews

5.0(8)5/5 from 8 couple reviews

5/5 review

JustineJuly 2026

5.0

Our Wedding at The Turner was simply magical. What an incredible venue to have your big day. The setting both inside and out is just spectacular, artwork in the Sunley gallery the perfect backdrop to cake cutting and cocktails, the famous Margate sunsets beaming through the huge windows of every room. Camille an

4.8/5 review

LucyJuly 2026

4.8

We hired Turner for our Wedding Ceremony this past June and had an amazing experience all round. Originally going out on a complete whim as the Turner team ordinarily want full wedding bookings during weekends in high season, I tried my luck reaching out to the team to see if we could have the place for our morning ceremony & drinks reception on a Sunday - and was wonderfully taken back when they said they would work with us on it!! We could then work together to create a really amazing ceremony space - using their Foyle Rooms - and reception on the terrace afterwards. Camille was so helpful to us throughout the organisation process and the team and herself were on hand on the day running things to perfection! Always there to answer an email, jump on a call Camille made our wedding seamless! Our compromise with the original booking was that we took the space for the full day regardless of how long we actually needed it, which is my only marker for "value for money" on the hire costs - however the whole day was just our dream come true so if we did it all again I'd still pay all the same! Having our ceremony photos taken through the gallery space was a dream come true for an art loving bride, so if this is you & your partner, do not think twice!! Photos include our ceremony space, drinks on the terrace & some gallery shots - one showing Ca

5/5 review

KateOctober 2025

5.0

Absolutely cannot recommend this enough, we had the best day of our lives getting married here. The Turner Contemporary is such an iconic building in Margate. Foyle room is spectacular overlooking the sea. The steps out of the terrace and the vast beach in front of you. It is just an impecable wedding venue. The team were so accommodating, so forthcoming with advice, and such a calming influence. Everything went

5/5 review

ArleneFebruary 2016

5.0

We were so lucky to have our wedding reception inside the Clore Learning Studio at Turner Contemporary. We had everything we wanted and so much more. The spectacular Turner sunset and view overlooking the sea, the art - including the unexpected 360 degree visual delights created by the reflection of Sol Lewitt's wall drawing on the windows at nightfall - all added to the perfect and unique setting This experience was taken to the next level by the brilliant menu and service from Marcio and the Leafi team and the never-ending support from Jennif

5/5 review

AnnabelFebruary 2016

5.0

We seriously are finding it hard to express how special, enjoyable and perfect you made our wedding – we loved everything you did for us and appreciated all the time, expertise & help you gave us. You made it feel so effortless; you went above and beyond, so thank you. Also pleas

5/5 review

MeeraJuly 2013

5.0

We decided to get married at Turner Contemporary as I grew up in Kent and really wanted a local venue by the sea. The spaces are amazing, with a really light and airy feel, and you have the option to personalise them with your own decorations. The staff was really helpful and went out of their way to giv

5/5 review

KateApril 2013

5.0

I'm originally from Margate and we decided to get married at the Turner Gallery.We didn't want anything too formal and also wanted to decorate and design the room ourselves. Our ceremony room had an incredible view to the sea and very tasty food. T

5/5 review

MikeApril 2013

5.0

A big thank you for all of your helpin organising our wedding at the Turner Contemporary on 21st of July. The fact that the day ran so smoothly was in no small part down to your efforts, and it was a pleasure to have worked with you on getting married at what is already such an iconic venue.

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