The Old Kent Barn

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£4,500 - £10,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
5 Bedrooms
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Description

The need to knows Where are you? The Old Kent Barn is located a short drive from the coastal town of Folkestone and historic city of Canterbury found in rural Kent countryside. Clear Pricing: We’re on a mission to demystify wedding pricing. Explore the barn’s calculator, view all options and pricing upfront. Your Budget, Your Choice: Transparent pricing, you’re in control. Design a day that’s uniquely yours. No hidden charges, you can be confident in our costings. Full Support: From enquiry to departure, we’re here for you at every step. We’re dedicated to offering an enhanced experience from booking. You’ll have exclusive access to our planning portal with user-friendly planners, library of resources and finance. Space: You’ll have full and exclusive use of 2 barns and 3 acres landscaped grounds and surrounding Kent farmland. Style: The versatile, open-plan light and airy modern barn allows you to bring any style to life. Service: The Old Kent Barn is a passionate family business offering the very best facilities and services. A first-class service and renowned attention to detail from a dedicated team of perfectionists. Ceremony Options: Chose from romantic rose garden or beautiful barn ceremonies. A choice of two locations for all weathers and all seasons to say I Do at TOKB In-House Kitchen: Menus to suit your style, with a calm and precise service. Restaurant quality and standards from an in-house kitchen and team. On-Site Accommodation: Stay – Rest – Sleep. Five boutique double bedrooms, sleeping up to 16 guests inside a charming old Kentish barn within peaceful Kent countryside. Vibe Check? We’re renowned for exceptional weddings. Whether you’re choosing laid-back or lively celebrations, you’ll have our full support for a seamless and forever memorable day.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Kerry Godden - Office Manager
Welcome to The Old Kent Barn, we are always happy to help with any questions you may have, we have fantastic team, all dedicated to you and your wedding. We look forward to hearing from you.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2005
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
30

Overview of The Old Kent Barn

Wedding Venue Type
Barn
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
5
Sleeps No. of People
12
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

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

Wedding Venue Details

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

Wedding Catering

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Halal Catering
Asian Catering

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Other

Pricing for The Old Kent Barn

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£4,500 - £10,000
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In-house Catering (price per head)
£45 - £60
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Reviews for The Old Kent Barn
(399)

Mr and Mrs Williams
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
We could not have done it all without you!
To everyone at The Old Kent Barn, Thank you so much for the experience and for all the support, we have the most amazing time and we could not have done it all without you. So thank you for all your hard work and effort that went into one of the most amazing days of our lives. Love
Mr and Mrs Curtis
Happy couple married in November
December 2024
You really went above and beyond to look after us!
Dear everyone at The Old Kent Barn, Thank you so so much for an amazing wedding and for making our vision come to life! You really went above and beyond to look after us and make us feel special! The venue is absolutely stunning and we were blessed to have such a wonderful sunny weather! A special mention to our incredible coordinator Chloe who showed us great care and attention to detail and made us feel amazing! Lots of love
Mr and Mrs Cain!
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
It was a dream come true getting married here
To The Old Kent Barn, Wow, wow, wow, you have all been amazing it was a dream come true getting married here. Our wedding day was everything we wished for Ashleigh you are fabulous, and I can’t thank you enough for everything, we loved every second. Thank you so, so much!
The Turners
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
We loved every second of our time with you!
To Everyone at TOKB We could not have picked a better, more beautiful venue with the most helpful, kind, and supportive staff. We loved every second of our time with you and appreciate all of your help making this the most stress-free day! Lots of love
Mr and Mrs Anderson
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
Everyone is impeccable! You can absolutely tell that everyone loves their job!
There's not a week that goes by without us or a guest reminiscing about our wedding day. It really was the most special day of our lives so far! We first visited as wedding guests a few years ago and both of us were in absolute awe from the moment we walked in. Within seconds we both looked at each other and said "this is our venue". We booked you about a week later. We knew with confidence that every person would be looked after for every moment of the day. We can't thank all of you enough. Truly. From the grounds people and their beautifully kept gardens, the chefs, the waiting staff, the decor, the vibe, the food, the accommodation, the software...right down to your recommended suppliers. Absolutely everyone is impeccable. You can absolutely tell that everyone loves their job.
The Elsbys
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
Thank you for making our wedding so incredible!
Thank you so much for making our wedding so incredible Our guests complimented the food and service so much. Ashleigh and the team looked after us so well. Love The Elsbys
Stacey & Brandon
Happy couple married in August
December 2024
You made it that extra bit special!
Thank you so much! We have been relaxing and soaking it all in the past few days. We couldn’t thank you enough for all the hard work and support you put into our day, you made it that extra bit special. We received so many compliments about the hard work you put in and how smooth you made the day go. We really do appreciate all your hard work.
The Coopers
Happy couple married in July
December 2024
This place is sublime, like something from a dream
When we first started viewing venues, a year and a half ago, TOKB was the first we looked at. Despite trying to remain objective – we wanted to consider all of our options - we knew that this was the place we were going to get married. Here we are, the morning after, and I can say confidently that it was a perfect day – and that our decision to get married here played no small part in that. This place is sublime, like something from a dream, and we will treasure the memories made here for the rest of our lives. The team was amazing – patient, professional, polite and enthusiastic. Our guests were in awe of the military level precision TOKB are capable of – and you all make it look easy (we’re sure it isn’t!) There isn’t enough room on this page to list all the little and big things that you did to make our wedding perfect – the help and advice along the way, the suggestions the Zoom chats and visits. The food! My goodness the food! A special thank you to Chloe and Daisy who took care of everything on the day. You took what could have been a hectic day and made it fly by with ease. PS Thanks for taking a crash course in the specific tie knot I asked for
Carina and Johnny
Happy couple married in July
December 2024
Everyone said it was the best wedding they’d been to!
Wow! What can I say, what an amazing venue, we had the best day ever. Thank you for everything, Sam you were amazing, we couldn’t of done it without you. Everyone said it was the best wedding they’d been to. We could not of asked for anything more. Thank you so much for the best wedding we could ask for. A big shout out to Elsie, you were amazing and Emma. The food was amazing from canapés to breakfast the next morning
Sam and Andy
Happy couple married in July
December 2024
I am so glad I chose The Old Kent Barn!
What an amazing day from start to finish. Ashleigh is just outstanding I couldn’t of done without her she felt like my maid of honour. All staff was amazing, food was amazing complimented by so many guests, the day was just fabulous. I am so glad I chose the Old Kent Barn everything ran so smoothly from start to finish and wouldn’t of changed anything about it. ASHLEIGH YOU ARE AMAZING. I appreciate everything you done for us. Lots of love

Location & Contact Details for The Old Kent Barn

Wedding Venue Address

Smersole Farm, Swingfield , Kent, CT15 7HF, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Folkestone

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M20

Nearest Train Station

Folkestone West

Nearest Airport

Gatwick
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Old Kent Barn?

Rather than the best wedding (because in our opinion they are all so special) we feel the best weddings are when everyone truly relaxes, enjoys all the day has to offer and then dances the night away, memories to cherish.

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

Take everything step by step. Start with your ideas and research, choose your ceremony and reception location. From there, add each element/supplier as you would need them throughout the day from beginning to end.

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

Our couples are fantastic choosing their personal touches, we love to see them! Some of our favourites are personalised miniature funny pictures of the guests as their name places, sometimes these have been animated too, always a joy to allocate these to their corresponding table place during the morning and seeing their delight later when they find their place at the table.

Describe The Old Kent Barn in 5 adjectives

Welcoming, passionate, supportive, enthusiastic & consistent

Where’s the best photo spot at The Old Kent Barn?

We are fortunate to have so many favourites, the illuminated Orchard is particularly magical. TOKB Top Tip! Check what time the sun is due to set at the time of year you are marrying, if for example in the Summer, the sun will set later and you may need to book your photographer longer to capture any night time shots.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Old Kent Barn?

We've welcomed a range of celebrity guests over the years, all of whom have been very lovely and a pleasure to look after at the barn.

What’s your favourite canapé?

It has to be the mighty parmesan arancini. These delicious crunchy parmesan risotto rice balls Japanese-style breadcrumbs, quickly deep fried are such a delicious warm treat, they even have their own following! Our honey and mustard sausage bites are a close second!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Wedding cake! We always make sure there is some wedding cake in our couple's overnight suite so they have a chance to have some cake if they have been too busy during the evening.

What is The Old Kent Barn most unique feature?

The old barn, it has been stood for over 250 years within the grounds, and has proudly been part of over 1400 weddings to date. It's unique character and welcoming feel makes it the perfect location for overnight stays, with views over the grounds in addition as a great backdrop for wedding photography.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The family of staff, who all work tirelessly looking after each couple and their wedding, we are incredibly proud of them and all of the work that they do.
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