Leeds Castle

(18)
£3,000 - £30,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 500
45 Bedrooms
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Description

For an intimate experience, consider Battel Hall, a charming manor house nestled on the estate. This venue is perfect for smaller and exclusive weddings for up to 30 guests, offering accommodation across five luxurious en suite bedrooms. For a truly regal affair, the Castle itself awaits, where you can host up to 100 guests in its magnificent state rooms, and even accommodate them in 19 beautifully appointed bedrooms. The Maidens Tower situated on the Castle Island, provides the perfect balance between old style charm and new age luxury as well as boasting a private walled garden and can accommodate up to 80 guests. For a larger celebration, the Fairfax Barn provides a rustic yet elegant setting in a 17th-century tithe barn, with the capacity to host up to 200 guests. Enjoy panoramic views of the Castle and its parklands as you celebrate with your loved ones.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Weddings Team
Dear Bride and Groom-to-be, Congratulations on your engagement! At Leeds Castle, we believe your wedding day should be nothing short of magical, and it would be our honor to help bring your dream celebration to life. With our four exquisite venues, each offering its own unique charm and history, we can create a truly unforgettable experience tailored to your vision.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1980
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5

Overview of Leeds Castle

Venue Type
Castle
Dining Capacity
500
Reception Capacity
500
No. of Bedrooms
45
Sleeps No. of People
90
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
12:00 PM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Dancefloor Available
Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Water View
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Asian Catering
Bar
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Vegan Catering
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Indian
Caribbean
African
Hog Roast
Eastern European
Latin / South American
Western / European
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Leeds Castle

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£3,000
Maximum Price
£30,000
At Leeds Castle you have the option to choose from several beautiful venues, all unique in their own way. From Battel Hall which can host up to 30 guests to marquee options for up to 500. Our pricing reflects the variation in venue sizes and our team would be delighted to discuss your preferences and requirements for your special day to tailor a bespoke quote. Package Inclusions (subject to the venue chosen): - Venue hire for the ceremony room, wedding breakfast and evening reception - Overnight accommodation - Breakfast for residential guests (depending on which package you book) - Experienced wedding coordinator to assist on the planning of your day - PA system for speeches - Tables and Chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast (not including in marquee options) - Complimentary parking for your guests - A golf buggy to transport you and your photographer around the grounds - A dedicated duty manager and team of Footmen to look after you throughout your day
What is included in this pricing:
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included
Choice of preferred caterers
Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£118
Maximum Price
£375
As a standard, our nominated caterers include: (bespoke food and beverage requirements can be discussed) A glass of sparkling wine for the reception drinks 3 Course wedding breakfast (set menu) 1/2 Bottle of House wine per person A glass of sparkling wine for your toast Evening buffet
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Corkage charge applicable
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Reviews for Leeds Castle
(18)

Loraine
Wedding: July
July 2024
Wonderful venue, great staff
My daughter got married in the Maiden Tower on a very wet and windy July Day. The venue, the suppliers they recommended and their incredible staff drove all thoughts of bad weather away. The setting is spectacular, the catering team were supberb, Chris is an absolute diamond and the team who worked with us all day and night were tireless in their attention to detail
Melanie Sutton
Happy couple married in June
June 2024
Absolutely Fantastic Wedding
So we got married on Saturday at Battel Hall at Leeds Castle and I can honestly say, it was the most magical, romantic setting and was just perfect. Katie who I spoke with throughout the process was amazing and very thorough. I cannot recommend this venue enough, it is stunning. Thank you Katie from the newly wed Mr & Mrs Sutton xx
Anita & James
Happy couple married in June
June 2024
Thank you Leeds Castle!
Our wedding at Leeds Castle was a dream. The venue is magical. It is impossible to put the beauty of Leeds Castle and its grounds into words. And yet the event staff might have been the most impressive aspect of the wedding. Both the event coordination team and the catering team at Graysons helped make every moment run exceptionally smoothly. When we and our guests arrived via coach, an army of staff greeted us in the parking lot, picked up our luggage, helped us to our rooms, and then delivered our luggage. The staff met our every request, the entire weekend, with warm, eager-to-help attitudes. My father has health and mobility issues, and so they kindly shuttled him around the grounds via golf cart. On the wedding day itself, the staff was on the ball. From managing the ceremony, to assisting with the PA system, to serving a flawless, delicious wedding breakfast, to shuttling us around the property for photos, to hosting an evening BBQ (which was a huge hit), the service provided could not have been better. When we had last-minute requests the morning of the wedding, the staff took care of them immediately. And after the wedding, the catering team wouldn't let us help clean up -- they handled everything themselves. We should also add that we thought the pricing was consistently reasonable and transparent. Many of our guests told us this was the most beautiful wedding they had ever seen, and many others raved about how kind and helpful the staff was. We are forever grateful to the Leeds Castle team for coordinating such a perfect wedding.
J & M
Happy couple married in July
December 2023
Wonderful Wedding!
Thank you very much, we had a wonderful wedding - the staff at Leeds Castle were wonderful, friendly and professional and the day ran perfectly as a result. Thank you to you all for your support and patience in the lead up to the wedding.
Emma and David
Happy couple married in June
December 2023
Phenomenal, a beautiful setting and surroundings
So beautiful and mesmerising, couldn’t of had a better day, the staff done an amazing job on all levels, a day we could never forget!
R & B
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
A very very enjoyable stay at Battel Hall
Thank you so much! We had the most amazing wedding and a very very enjoyable stay at Battel Hall. Please pass on our thanks to the team who came and helped out for our wedding.
A & K
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
Absolutely brilliant!
Thank you very much! We had an amazing time and everything ran so smoothly. The teams were absolutely brilliant and we can't thank everyone enough for going the extra mile and beyond. We will definitely be visiting the Castle in the future and thank you again for all your help with organising everything for our wonderful day.
Deborah and Lee
Happy couple married in June
December 2023
An incredible day!
Thank you so much, it was an incredible day and the team were amazing, please pass on our thanks, they all helped to make the day perfect!
Matthew & Majda
Happy couple married in July
December 2023
An unbelievable and memorable wedding celebration
We wanted to say a massive thank you to all at Leeds Castle for an unbelievable & memorable weekend wedding celebration. All of the team at Leeds Castle were a really lovely bunch of people, I recently stayed in the Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai, the world’s only 7 star hotel and I can hand on heart say that the team at Leeds Castle provided equally as good service as they did. I'm looking forward to returning to Leeds Castle to take in the magnificence of the Castle & it's grounds.
F & K
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
We loved it and so did our guests
Thank you so much for looking after us during our stay at Leeds Castle, our wedding day will always be a memorable day for us, we loved it and so did our guests. Words cannot express our sincere thanks for all the efforts in accommodating our requests, the location was stunning and all of your preferred suppliers exceeded our expectiations. Thank you for making our day so very special.

Location & Contact Details for Leeds Castle

Address

Maidstone, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Maidstone

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M20 Junction 8

Nearest Train Station

Bearsted

Nearest Airport

Gatwick
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Leeds Castle?

We can't answer this.......everyone has their unique story to tell and we can't wait to tell yours!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

- Book your suppliers as soon as possible after confirming your venue.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

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Describe Leeds Castle in 5 adjectives

Historic Elegant Romantic Picturesque Timeless

Where’s the best photo spot at Leeds Castle?

The Cedar Lawn has the most magical view across to the Castle Island. You don't get more of a fairytale backdrop than that!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Leeds Castle?

We've had lots, but we can't possibly divulge names!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Mini Yorkshire's with rare roast beef and horseradish but a very close follow up would be the Arancini balls.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Bacon baps

What is Leeds Castle most unique feature?

There are 4 venues at Leeds Castle and all are unique in their own way!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our team and of course our history!

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne
Bridebook Special OfferA complimentary bottle of Champagne when confirming your wedding at Leeds Castle. Quote "Bridebook Bubbles" on your confirmation email.