Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

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£10,700 - £24,749 for a package
Up to 120
91 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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The beautiful setting of Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve which is home to many rare and endangered species, is dedicated to delivering the most romantic and unique weddings in Kent set across 600 acres.
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve Pricing & Costs

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£10,700
Maximum Price
£24,749
Number of Guests Included
20
We offer two types of Wedding Packages here at Port Lympne. Our Exclusive Package is suitable for groups of 51 - 120 guests offering exclusive use of the Pergola for your ceremony followed by your reception in the Orangery Our Intimate Package is suitable for groups of 20 - 50 guests offering use of the Historic Mansion for your ceremony and reception (this is not exclusive use) Both of our packages include the following: *Pre-wedding menu tasting and discussion with our executive chef for two *Your ceremony will be hosted in one of our licensed areas including *Dedicated toastmaster to help co-ordinate your guests throughout the day *Reception, including sumptuous canapes and award-winning Gusbourne English sparkling wine *Our head chef will work with you on your choice of a three-course dining experience, accompanied by carefully-selected wines and unlimited mineral water *Local English sparkling wine served for your toasts *Evening buffet *Bedrooms in our historic Mansion: (subject to availability) **Our Exclusive Package includes the Wedding Suite for the couple on the night of the wedding **Our Intimate Package includes 8 x bedrooms for the couple and their guests on the night of the wedding *Breakfast for two in our Garden Room Restaurant the following day
What is included in this pricing:
Canapés included
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Hotel
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
150
No. of Bedrooms
91
Sleeps No. of People
300
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Wedding Licence

Venue

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

Food and Drink

In-house Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence
In-House Wine List

Cultural Specialists

Jewish Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve Full Description
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is Kent’s largest wildlife park. Home to amazing animals and the county’s only safari experiences, the 600-acre country estate is also an award-winning wedding venue, offering couples an incredible location filled with romance, adventure, luxury and glamour. Situated within one of the most picturesque and unique areas of Kent, couples can choose to say their vows and celebrate their special day at a variety of locations around the reserve, ranging from four star luxury at the Mansion Hotel, to our newly appointed pergola and orangery. Surrounded by some of the world’s most endangered animals, couples and their guests can enjoy a private safari after their ceremony to see free roaming wild animals or get up close and personal with their favourite animal with an exclusive animal encounter! With a range of completely unique and effortlessly chic overnight accommodation available, couples can opt to spend their first night together, either star gazing at The Bubble, or curling up together in a shepherd’s hut, or even sleeping within a whisker of tigers or lions in a luxury lodge. Our team will be on hand to help from the very beginning of a couple’s wedding journey and our variety of wedding packages available, including last minute and bespoke options, are designed to make the day run smoothly and suit a variety of budgets. There’s also a wide variety of special touches available and with menu tastings included, it’s easy to see why Port Lympne is a destination of choice for couples looking for a unique venue. ELOPEMENT PACKAGE: Thinking about something small? We've got you covered! Our elopement package includes ceremony space, dinner, a private rangers tour. You can sleep in the bridal suite located within our historic Mansion and includes two hours with a photographer. For more information, please visit www.aspinallfoundation.org/weddings or call the team on 01303 234111

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Stephanie Betts
It has been a pleasure to work at Port Lympne over the past few years and very much looking forward to another year of hosting beautiful weddings. Both myself and my team really enjoy working with the couples that we meet on their wedding planning journey. We want to ensure that all of our couples have the best day possible here at Port Lympne and we work very hard to host a spectacular day. We very much look forward to the possibility of hosting you and your loved ones on such a special day.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1984
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Reviews
(12)
Jenny & David
Happy couple married in October
March 2024
A fantastic wedding day
Port Lympne events team were fantastic, from start to finish. Great organisation ahead of the wedding meant we could just relax and enjoy the day, and it went smoothly without a hitch. The food was excellent, and the chef allowed us to add a personal favourite to the menu - sticky toffee pudding! The team were extremely accommodating throughout, friendly and helpful. The house is a stunning setting made so special by the sea views and the incredible safari sunset. If you care for animals, it’s a
Anna & Alex
Happy couple married in October
March 2024
Beautiful venue with a twist
Our October wedding at Port Lympne was stunning - we had our ceremony in the Pergola followed by a reception in The Orangery, and the day ran smoothly. The staff are friendly and accommodating, the venue itself is beautiful with very little additional decorations needed, the safari was a huge talking point and we've been told repeatedly that the food was the best anyone had at a wedding all year. We'd definitely recommend booking your wedding here, you won't regret it.
Sadie & Nicholas
Happy couple married in September
March 2024
Thank you!
I was going to email you this morning to say how much we appreciate the effort and hard work from yourself and all the staff at Port Lympne. Our day couldn’t have been more perfect and all of our guests said how much fun they had and how lovely the venue was! The sun come out for the safari and we felt like we could have been abroad, it was magical! The food was also delicious along with the evening buffet which the guests were a massive fan of! Everything ran so smoothly thanks to our lovely to
Kiera & Chris
Happy couple married in August
March 2024
Unique Venue
We were married at Port Lympne on the August bank holiday 2023 and would thoroughly recommend the venue. The Port Lympne team were incredibly helpful and responsive throughout. No question or detail was too much for Stephanie and Annie, who provided an excellent standard of service; they were straightforward to deal with and any concerns or queries were dealt with swiftly. The wedding day itself ran smoothly and was truly memorable for both us and our guests.
Laura & Michael
Happy couple married in June
March 2024
Thank you
Hi Annie & Team, Port Lympne is a truly amazing place to get married and we had an absolutely fabulous day celebrating with our friends and family. The venues are stunningly beautiful and so unique, and the team will help you put together the most special day. It's safe to say we never initially envisaged having a safari experience on our wedding day, but after our wedding at Port Lympne, we could not imagine the day without it
Caroline & Chris
Happy couple married in September
March 2024
Loved our wedding
We loved our wedding at Port Lympne. We were supported throughout the planning process and all of our guests loved the safari! The setting was beautiful and we had a fantastic day
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve Location & Contact Details

Address

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD, England

Travel Notes

Ashford International train station is the quickest way to get to us.

Nearest Town

Hythe

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M20, J11

Nearest Train Station

Westenhanger

Nearest Airport

Gatwick

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Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve Press & Awards
(7)

Press & Awards (2)

Your Kent Wedding Magazine
Inside Kent Magazine

Industry Awards (5)

Venue - Something Different - Kent Wedding Awards 2018
Hitched Customer Services Award - Finalist 2019
Venue - Highly commended - Wedding venue of the Year - Kent Wedding Awards 2021
Venue - Something Different - Kent Wedding Awards 2019
Wedding Venue of the Year - Something Different - Kent Wedding Awards 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve?

We love them all! Every wedding is so different and unique to each couple, it would be impossible to pick the best.

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

Don't put too much stress on yourself and enjoy the planning process and the day! You are not hosts of your wedding you are guests of honour!

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

We had a couple recently purchase animal adoptions as the favours for their guests- they were displayed on the wedding breakfast tables

Describe Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve in 5 adjectives

Stunning, unique, interesting, welcoming, friendly

Where’s the best photo spot at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve?

We have lots of lovely spots for photographs but probably at the top of our Trojan Steps with the view over Romney Marsh and the Channel behind you.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve?

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What’s your favourite canapé?

All of them! But, if we had to pick, the beef ragout with aged parmesan is a team favourite!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Bacon butty's are a favourite right?

What is Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve most unique feature?

We are set within a wild animal reserve with the most beautiful views and sounds.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The animal conservation work - The Aspinall Foundation.

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftGlass of Proseccco for you both on your show round of the venue
Bridebook Special OfferCome down for a show round and receive a complimentary glass of bubbles. Terms and conditions apply.