Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
About this space
Whether you plan on having an intimate celebration or a grand party, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge caters for any size of party. You may choose an ideal space for you from an array of rooms available at the venue. You can enjoy a delicious wedding breakfast with your nearest and dearest in the venue’s Restaurant.
Up to 120 guests can join you for a sit down meal at the stunning Clagett Auditorium. The Kentish Barn, with its large windows offering views of the Cathedral, is a great space for enjoying drinks and cocktails. If you wish to host a summer reception, you are more than welcome to do that in the Campanile Garden.
You and your guests are more than welcome to stay the night at one of the 35 well-equipped hotel bedrooms, each providing stunning views of the venue’s surroundings. Additionally all overnight guests are offered a full English breakfast as well as entrance to Canterbury Cathedral throughout their stay.
Event offers and packages
Wedding Offers
Glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival
3-Course Wedding Breakfast chosen from Menu A
Half a bottle of Cathedral Wines (served with the Wedding Breakfast)
Coffee and Mints
A glass of Sparkling Wine for the Toast
DJ for the evening’s entertainment
6-Choice Finger Buffet selection for the Evening Reception
White Linen table cloths, napkins, white chair covers and your choice of colour sash
Glass of Pimms on arrival
3-Course Wedding Breakfast chosen from Menu B
Half a bottle of Running Duck Wines or Chartham Vineyard Bacchus (served with the Wedding Breakfast)
Coffee and Mints
Your choice of Jean Josselin Champagne or English Sparkling Wine for the Toast
DJ for the evening’s entertainment
8-Choice Finger Buffet selection for the Evening Reception
White Linen table cloths, napkins, white chair covers and your choice of colour sash
Canapés on arrival
Glass of Champagne on arrival
3-Course Wedding Breakfast chosen from Menu B or C
Half a bottle of Chartham Vineyard Bacchus or Chateau Trébiac (served with the Wedding Breakfast)
Coffee and Petits Fours
Your choice of Jean Josselin Champagne or Biddenden Vineyards Gribble Ridge English Sparking Wine for the Toast
8-Choice Finger Buffet selection for the Evening Reception
White Linen table cloths, napkins, white chair covers and your choice of colour sash
6-Choice Finger Buffet selection
Glass of Sparkling Wine on arrival
DJ for the evening’s entertainment
Wedding Co-ordinator
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Prices
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Red Carpet entrance
Cake Stand and knife
Private Bar
Hotel Event Manager as Toastmaster
Hire of Wedding Reception spaces, with the Campanile Garden for photography and arrival reception
Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom’s wedding night
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
If you want to make your wedding party more memorable, we also have the option of using confetti and fireworks.
Celebrate your wedding day in style at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge! Situated in the inspirational grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, part of an UNESCO World Heritage Site, the venue offers a remarkable setting for your special day. You can be assured that it will be a unique and wonderful experience.
The in-house attentive team will help you with everything, from the first meeting until your special day, and ensure you can enjoy your wedding and not worry for even a second. The venue offers high-quality menus with many options, making sure there is something all of your guests will like. Don’t worry about making the dining choices - you will have a chance to go for a tasting in advance.
Have your unique wedding reception with a historic and beautiful backdrop in Canterbury Cathedral!
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, the wonderful wedding venue, is situated in the heart of the city of Canterbury, Kent. This picturesque cathedral city offers plenty of history and interesting sites to see. Canterbury’s close location to A2 road and M2 motorway makes the venue easily accessible, no matter where you are travelling from.