The Orangery at The Orangery Maidstone

Country House
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Whole venue
Ashford Road, Maidstone, ME14 5PP
Maidstone

About this space

Live out your big dream celebrations in The Orangery Maidstone, equally suitable for intimate and larger events.

Capacities:
Ceremony/Blessing - 150
Sit Down Meal - 150
Standing Evening Party - 250
Minimum Guests Required - 40

Highlights of our Venue:
9 acres of pristine gardens
The Orangery filled with daylight through floor-to-ceiling windows
Terrace area for drinks and socialising
Fully stocked bar
Wisteria Suite (dressing room) for couple/organisers to get ready

Event Types:
Birthdays (from 30years+), Anniversaries, Wakes, Christmas Parties, Corporate Events, Charity Balls, Vow Renewals, Dinner Dances.

Weddings:
Weather permitting, your ceremony can be held under the idyllic Gazebo or the Lapa overlooking the lake. Indoor ceremonies are conducted all year round in the Garden Room, featuring 5 double doors spanning the front facade to reveal views of the beautiful garden and the arriving bridal party.
Wedding breakfasts take place in the Orangery itself which marries comfort and grandeur. Filled with daylight through floor-to-ceiling windows, the room opens out onto a spacious terrace with large parasols – what better place to relax and sip reception drinks? For your evening reception, the Orangery is also complete with a fully stocked bar and a large dance floor.


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Wedding Classic Package, prices vary on year, month & day of the week.
Starting from £11,109

Includes:
- Exclusive use of the Orangery, Garden Room, Gazebo, Lapa and stunning 9-acre grounds from 12.30pm to 12.30am. Access is from 9am on the morning of your event for setup.
- Civil ceremony in the Garden Room, with the option of holding it in the Gazebo or Lapa, subject to the date of your wedding and weather conditions (Registrars fees will apply)
- Experienced wedding management team to provide professional guidance and advice from initial enquiry through to the end of the day
- Guidance for booking the ceremony itself with Maidstone Register Office
- Access to our wedding portal to assist with planning your special day
- One reception drink per person (Bucks Fizz, Pimms & Lemonade or Fruit Juice)
- A sumptuous three course wedding breakfast with coffee, carefully prepared and served by our expert catering team
- Half a bottle of house wine per person during the wedding breakfast
- One glass of sparkling wine per person for the toast
- An enticing evening buffet
- Our in house DJ, sound and lighting for your evening party
- Use of the Wisteria Suite from 9am - Midnight on your wedding day
- To include tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery, glassware and linen
- Table number/name holders
- Personalised post box for your wedding cards
- Easel and frame for displaying your final table plan
- An elegant cake stand and knife
- VIP access to wedding inspiration days throughout the year


Wedding Twilight Package, available during months October-April. Prices vary on year, month & day of the week.
Starting from £10,038

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

Private Christmas Parties 2024
£70 per person
Immerse yourself in the elegance of The Orangery in Maidstone, perfect for a fun-loving crowd.
Suitable for 50 - 170 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.
• Free parking for up to 60 cars.
• Easel and frame for displaying your table plan.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £7844 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our venue hire fees start from:
Dry Hire Weddings - from £7,844
Party/Events - from £2,676
Wakes - from £1,800
Corporate - from £1,200

For more information, please contact us.
Buffet Menus start from £22 per person
Three Course Meal starts from £45 per person
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 250
Dining
up to 150
Cabaret
up to 90

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Storage space
Free parking is available on-site (60 spaces)
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Fireworks are permitted with one of our agreed suppliers.
Pet friendly for weddings during Ceremony & Drinks Reception only.


The Orangery Maidstone, surrounded by 9 acres of landscaped gardens. With the Glow Events team of wedding/event coordinators, chefs and professional waiting staff you can be sure that your special celebration will be in safe hands.

Customer reviews mention a great selection of fairly priced drinks, delicious food, flawless service and incredible atmosphere of the venue’s manicured grounds. Wedding packages are flexible and always include exclusive use of the Orangery, Garden Room, Gazebo, Lapa and the entirety of the gardens. The Wisteria Suite can be hired additionally to serve as a dressing room with a private bathroom.

The Orangery is located on Ashford Road in Maidstone, in the business park of Turkey Mill. Mote Park is adjacent to the venue, and offers lake views, a watersports centre, pitches and children's play areas. Other attractions in the town include Kent Life and Maidstone Museum. Travel to London or Ashford is possible by train from Maidstone East Station located within a 5-minute drive from the Orangery.


Location