The Lost Village Of Dode

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£2,280 - £4,220 for Venue Hire
Up to 42
3 Bedrooms
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Description

Located in an almost forgotten valley between Luddesdown and Holly Hill in the heart of the Kent countryside, there stood, sadly unloved, and decaying, a former Norman church built over 900 years ago – the only trace of the now ‘lost’ village of Dode. Now having been lovingly restored by the current owners, this beautiful, charming, privately owned medieval church is known as The Lost Village of Dode and is available for hire. We can now offer you a magical, relaxed, romantic, unique wedding venue for up to 40 of your closest family and friends, with some on-site Self-catering accommodation. The Lost Village of Dode is perfect for couples who want to begin their tale of love, romance and desire, either inside or outside. You can choose from an intimate indoor Civil Ceremony, Partnership or Renewal of Vows. For an outdoor Blessing or Pagan Handfasting Ceremony, you can hold your event within the ancient Stone Circle followed by a Wedding Reception with dancing, and then stay overnight on-site, in one of the two superb award-winning cottages. We offer bespoke weddings tailored to each couple or package weddings, so you can have your perfect day exactly the way you want it. After your ceremony guests can spend time in the stunning grounds, enabling you to have your group photos and enjoy a glass of bubbles and perhaps a selection of canapés. For your evening reception, we work alongside a number of fantastic professional caterers who can provide a Medieval Style Banquet Wedding Breakfast Reception with all the trimmings. Your Wedding Breakfast can include a hog roast or a roast lamb (catering for various dietary requirements), grazing tables or an afternoon tea. We also offer a number of unique additions to your day including an Owl to deliver your rings, cuddly alpacas or bubbles as you leave the church. Dog friendly so you'll be welcome to bring your furry friends with you. No hidden charges and no corkage charge either!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Becky Bosman
We look forward to your email or call to make an appointment to come and visit us - you will not be disappointed.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1999
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3

Overview of The Lost Village Of Dode

Wedding Venue Type
Historic intimate
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
42
Reception Capacity
42
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
3
Sleeps No. of People
6
Bridal Suite
Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Confetti Permitted
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
We also offer the unique opportunity of having a handfasting ceremony alongside a civil ceremony

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Bridal Changing Facilities

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted
In-house Catering
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for The Lost Village Of Dode

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£2,280 - £4,220
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Packages (total price)
£5,865 - £10,142
Number of guests included: 42
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Reviews for The Lost Village Of Dode
(103)

MRS T ALDRIDGE
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
beautiful building in wounder full setting for our special day
if want personal touch this is the place to have your special day so many options lots of choice suppliers in house. the building is stunning full of atmosphere in lovely setting in countryside. the staff go above and beyond we had great day.
Sally and chris
Happy couple married in June
November 2024
We were awestruck by this perfect venue
The venue with it's rich history is just a beautiful place, visually and spiritually perfect in every aspect The staff are amazing ... We can't recommend this place highly enough xxx
Rebecca & Gary
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
Thank you for making it a day to remember..
I'm struggling to find the words to express how grateful we are to you all at Dode. From our initial meeting with Paul, and the many emails between you and me to get things right. Your efforts were really appreciated. The retreat was lovely, just perfect. How to describe Dode to people? It has such an ethereal, spiritual and peaceful quality, long may it be so. This small email doesn't seem enough, but thankyou again to you and everyone for making our day one to definitely remember. X
Nicola & Thomas
Happy couple married in October
November 2024
The most perfect day…
We had the most perfect day, everything was completely seamless and stress free thanks to you and Paul. We couldn't have picked a better place to get married, I wish we could do it all over again!
Alexa & Simon
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
We had the perfect day…
We also wanted to say a big, big thank you to everyone - especially yourself, Charlotte and Paul who made our big day so special and run like clockwork - please do pass on our gratitude. We really did have a perfect day! Dode is a very special place.(And the weather behaved!)
Aly & Johnny
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
Truly the best day….
The day was truly amazing and we couldn’t have asked for it to have gone better ~ even the weather was just perfect! A huge thank you goes out to us both to you and your amazing team who all went the extra mile to make it the happiest day of our lives. Thanks so much again Becky for everything. Very best wishes Aly & Johnny X
Simon & Nikki
Happy couple married in July
August 2024
It was magical…
We had an absolutely amazing day, it was magical!! Your supplier recommendations were fantastic, all of them the food was delicious, the vintage games were fun, spot travel got every one there safely and as for Jo’s flowers they were stunning!!!! If you want to add a singer to your list Victoria Bass was brilliant, so classy and a stunning voice. We are so grateful to the Dode the day was better than we could dream of!! X
Claire & Brendan
Happy couple married in July
August 2024
Best day of our lives
I wanted to say how absolutely incredible our wedding was. Unreal. It was literally the best day of our lives. Our guests all commented on how it was the most magical wedding they have ever been to. I cannot thank you enough. I wanted to comment on how this was in no small part thanks to Paul, Matt, Sally and Rob in particular. They were absolutely exceptional and I’m forever grateful.
Lucy
Happy couple married in June
July 2024
Exceptional venue, increidible team
The Lost Village of Dode provided the most magical setting for our wedding celebration. This unique, lovingly restored deconsecrated church exceeded all our expectations as an exclusive-use venue. Becky and Charlotte were incredibly attentive throughout the day, ensuring our guests felt relaxed and welcome in this stunning location. Their professionalism and dedication to making our day perfect were truly outstanding. The venue itself is breathtaking, with its Norman architecture and picturesque grounds creating an intimate and romantic atmosphere. Our guests were in awe of the beauty and history of the Lost Village of Dode, and many commented on how wonderful they found the location and service. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect setting to exchange our vows and celebrate our love. The Lost Village of Dode will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we highly recommend it to any couple seeking a truly unique and unforgettable wedding experience. Thank you to all the team at Dode for having us, and we look forward to visiting again in the future.
Alex & Justin
Happy couple married in May
May 2024
Everybody was blown away by the beauty of Dode
We had the most magical day. Dode was as magical as we hoped. Everybody was blown away by the beauty of the setting. We cannot thank you enough for your kindness and smooth running of the day and how lovely Paul was. Thanks again Alex and Justin

Location & Contact Details for The Lost Village Of Dode

Wedding Venue Address

The Lost Village Of Dode, Luddesdown, Kent, DA13 0XF, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Turn off the A228 at Cuxton and proceed along Bush Road. At the junction take the left fork, signposted Luddesdown. Follow this lane and watch out for the signpost indicating Great Buckland. Before reaching Great Buckland there is a ‘no through road’ sign to the left. This is the lane leading to Dode, which is on the right after half a mile or so.

Nearest Town

Maidstone kent

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M2

Nearest Train Station

Sole Street

Nearest Airport

Gatwick, London

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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Lost Village Of Dode?

Too many to pick one out.

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

Just stay relaxed and enjoy your day, if things go wrong your guests don't know so don't panic.

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

A tattoo on the foot of one of our couples.

Describe The Lost Village Of Dode in 5 adjectives

Romantic, unique, Intimate, historic

Where’s the best photo spot at The Lost Village Of Dode?

So many, it's hard to choose....one of my favourites has to be the back wall of the building, the old stone and greenery​ climbing up really add a stunning backdrop to any photo.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Lost Village Of Dode?

N/A

What’s your favourite canapé?

Bloody Mary shots with king prawn and celery

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Vintage Ice cream treats on a tricycle or I am a sucker for a sweet table!

What is The Lost Village Of Dode most unique feature?

Our stones in the grounds where we hold spiritual ceremonies and handfastings.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are a small family run business and are very personable dealing with all the couples directly, no big teams to have to worry about working around.
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