The Castle Westenhanger at The Castle Westenhanger
About this space
Live out your big fairytale dream, and celebrate at The Castle Westenhanger, equally suitable for intimate and larger events.
Capacities:
Ceremony/Blessing - 120
Sit Down Meal - 250
Standing Evening Party - 300
Minimum Guests Required - 40
Highlights of our Venue:
Nestled in 14 acres of magnificent countryside
Breathtaking ruins found at every turn.
Grade 1 listed Manor House.
Ornate medieval dovecote lit up by candlelight.
Large marquee to enjoy your food, drinks & dancing.
Event Types:
Birthdays (from 30years+), Anniversaries, Wakes, Christmas Parties, Corporate Events, Charity Balls, Vow Renewals, Dinner Dances.
Weddings:
In the morning of your big day, the huge Bridal Suite will be available for you to get ready and watch arriving guests through large medieval windows. Afterwards, walk up the aisle from the manor house to the thatched oak-framed Gazebo for your outdoor ceremony witnessed by up to 120 guests. If you prefer to get married inside, a romantic room with exposed beams and a roaring inglenook fireplace will be waiting for you in the Castle.
Sign the register in the Dovecote Tower and be sure to take some photographs with the unique backdrop. Your wedding breakfast will be served in a marquee if you need a lot of space – up to 200 dining guests and 300 evening attendees can be accommodated there. Party on the dance floor under a purpose-built starlit ceiling and if you wish, use fireworks outdoors to make a loud statement of your love!
Event offers and packages
Package per person
Starting from £8,150
Includes:
Exclusive use of the venue and grounds
Civil ceremony in your choice of ceremony areas (subject to the date of your wedding and weather) - registrar fees will apply
Support from your personal experienced wedding coordinator and duty manager throughout the planning process and on the day
Three-course wedding breakfast with coffee, carefully prepared by our in-house catering team (sample menu attached)
Half a bottle of house wine per person during the wedding breakfast
One glass of sparkling wine per person for the toast
One reception drink per person (Bucks Fizz, Pimms & Lemonade, or Orange Juice)
Professional DJ and disco lighting
Evening buffet of your choice
VIP access to wedding inspiration days throughout the year
Exclusive use of the on-site dressing room from 9am until early evening
Guidance for booking the ceremony with Maidstone Register Office
Bespoke room plan to help you arrange your final table plan
Use of a private room prior to the ceremony to speak with the registrars
Table number and holders, if you so wish
Personalised postbox for your wedding cards, if you so wish
Easel and frame for displaying your table plan, if you so wish
An elegant cake stand and knife, if you so wish
Ample free parking for guests
Wedding Twilight Package, available during months October-April. Prices vary on year, month & day of the week.
Starting from £9,210
Includes:
- Exclusive venue hire
- Inside and outside civil ceremony options available (registrar fees will apply)
- Your personal wedding coordinator
- Hot fork buffet prepared by our expert catering team (Hog roast available, supplement applies)
- Canapés
- Two reception drinks per person (bucks fizz, pimms & lemonade or orange juice)
- One glass of sparkling wine per person for the toast
- VIP access to wedding inspiration days throughout the year
- Professional DJ and disco lighting
- Guidance for booking your ceremony with Maidstone Register Office
- Exclusive use of the on-site dressing room from 9am until midnight
- Bespoke room plan to assist you in arranging your final table plan
- Use of a private room prior to the ceremony to speak with the registrars
- Table number and name holders
- Personalised post box for your wedding cards
- Easel and frame for displaying your table plan
- An elegant cake stand and knife
- Exclusive discounts with local hotel partners
- Ample free parking for guests
Christmas Party Offers
Suitable for 50 - 240 guests.
Monday to Wednesday: £70.00 per person
Thursday and Sunday: £75.00 per person
Friday and Saturday: £85.00 per person
Price includes:
• Exclusive use from 6pm until 1am.
• Set-up access from 3pm on the day.
• Three Course Festive Feast.
• Coffee and Mince Pies.
• Festive Decor.
• DJ and Dancefloor from 6:30pm - 1am.
• Experienced event management team.
• Table numbers and name holders.
• Complimentary parking.
• Easel and frame for displaying your table plan.
Prices
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,580
Party/Events - from £2,560
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200
For more information, please contact us.
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
Fireworks are permitted with one of our agreed suppliers.
Pet friendly for weddings during Ceremony & Drinks Reception only.
About The Castle Westenhanger
Become part of the Castle Westenhanger’s history, and make your dream wedding an exciting story to tell. Dating back to 1343, this Grade I listed manor house is one of the early quadrangular castles that were fortified to withstand a possible attack from France. Over the centuries, it served as King Henry VIII’s preferred party palace, Queen Elizabeth I’s “house in Westenhanger” and now one of Glow Events’ exclusive-use wedding and event venue.
Set your celebration in 14 acres of Kent countryside, among romantic ruins and castle turrets. Exchange heartfelt vows indoors or outdoors – whatever the weather, the Castle remains a perfect location for a fairytale wedding. If you need accommodation, plenty of options are available in Hythe.
The Castle Westenhanger lies on Stone Street in the small village of Westenhanger, featuring the now closed Folkestone Racecourse and served by a railway station. The nearest town is Hythe, and the Kent Downs AONB surrounds Westenhanger from 3 sides. The popular Port Lympne Reserve can be reached in 7 minutes by car from the Castle.
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