The Lost Village of Dode Reviews

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• Tasha A. Sent on 26/09/2024
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  Very special venue

  I recently got married at Dode and highly recommend this place! It’s very peaceful, calming, unique and unlike other wedding venues. Becky was very helpful with the wedding planning and Paul was brilliant on the day. A big thank you to all the staff involved. All our guests absolutely love the place, you won’t be disappointed if you choose here for your venue.

  I recently got married at Dode and highly recommend this place! It’s very peaceful, calming, unique and unlike other wedding venues. Becky was very helpful with the wedding planning and Paul was brilliant on the day. A big thank you to all the staff involved. All our guests absolutely love the place, you won’t be disappointed if you choose here for your venue.
• Amanda H. Sent on 14/09/2024
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  24/08/24 Sam and Amanda

  Such a beautiful and peaceful place. Everyone, including us, were blown away by how pretty the place was on the big day. Paul, our help for the day from the venue, was a god send and ever so kind, putting my mind at rest.
  
  Stayed in the cottages overnight before and after the day, and arrived to a personalised card :) room with a hot tub which was wonderful, hard to control and couldn't find the switch that was described.
  
  All in all, wouldn't have wanted to go anywhere else. Thank you

  Such a beautiful and peaceful place. Everyone, including us, were blown away by how pretty the place was on the big day. Paul, our help for the day from the venue, was a god send and ever so kind, putting my mind at rest.
  
  Stayed in the cottages overnight before and after the day, and arrived to a personalised card :) room with a hot tub which was wonderful, hard to control and couldn't find the switch that was described.
  
  All in all, wouldn't have wanted to go anywhere else. Thank you

  The Lost Village of Dode's reply:

  Thank you Sam & Amanda it was our pleasure to host your ceremony and we are pleased you had a wonderful day.
• Lexie R. Sent on 07/08/2024
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  A perfect, magical wedding

  Dode is a magical place. It has a stillness, peacefulness and a history to it that culminates in an atmosphere that is not easy to put into words. We had a wonderful wedding here. All of our guests commented on just how unique the wedding and the venue was. Becky was very responsive to all of our questions in the year leading up to the event. Paul and Charlotte were amazing on the day for organising and making sure things ran smoothly. We also chose to do a hand-fasting which was also very special and allowed us to say more meaningful vows. Despite being a nearly 1000 year old church, Dode was able to accommodate for my family members that had access needs.

  Dode is a magical place. It has a stillness, peacefulness and a history to it that culminates in an atmosphere that is not easy to put into words. We had a wonderful wedding here. All of our guests commented on just how unique the wedding and the venue was. Becky was very responsive to all of our questions in the year leading up to the event. Paul and Charlotte were amazing on the day for organising and making sure things ran smoothly. We also chose to do a hand-fasting which was also very special and allowed us to say more meaningful vows. Despite being a nearly 1000 year old church, Dode was able to accommodate for my family members that had access needs.

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• Lucy Sent on 01/07/2024
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  Exceptional venue, incredible 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.
  

  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.
  

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• Sue N. Sent on 30/11/2022
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  Wedding in May

  I had always wanted my wedding to be in an intimate, candle-lit venue, but living in Kent I wasn't sure I'd find "it". Thankfully after an Internet search, up popped Dode Church in the Lost Village of Dode. We arranged to meet Becky, who became our co-ordinator, and she must have thought me quite strange because as soon as I walked into the Church I was struck dumb and whenever I did go to speak, I let out a sob instead! It was just perfect, the venue of my dreams. We had the Dode package using their recommended suppliers for catering, flowers, photos, bar etc and having had to cancel our first date due to covid restrictions, Becky took care of contacting them all with the new date. On the day, Graham was hand to ensure the smooth running of proceedings and was a godsend. All our guests were blown away with the venue, food etc as were we. Thank you so much Team Dode, especially Doug for having the vision and Becky and Graham for all their assistance. Dode will forever be in our hearts.

  I had always wanted my wedding to be in an intimate, candle-lit venue, but living in Kent I wasn't sure I'd find "it". Thankfully after an Internet search, up popped Dode Church in the Lost Village of Dode. We arranged to meet Becky, who became our co-ordinator, and she must have thought me quite strange because as soon as I walked into the Church I was struck dumb and whenever I did go to speak, I let out a sob instead! It was just perfect, the venue of my dreams. We had the Dode package using their recommended suppliers for catering, flowers, photos, bar etc and having had to cancel our first date due to covid restrictions, Becky took care of contacting them all with the new date. On the day, Graham was hand to ensure the smooth running of proceedings and was a godsend. All our guests were blown away with the venue, food etc as were we. Thank you so much Team Dode, especially Doug for having the vision and Becky and Graham for all their assistance. Dode will forever be in our hearts.
• Nicola W. Sent on 30/11/2022
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  Incredible. Great team, great value

  This venue is an incredibly special place. The team have a friendly approach with a real personal touch. A safe, spiritually calm place where everyone can feel at ease. Your guests will love being there.
  Ceremonies can be what you choose and have the relaxed, informal atmosphere with the schedule/formalities of a regular wedding in place and you have the flexibility to create exactly what you want for your special day.

  This venue is an incredibly special place. The team have a friendly approach with a real personal touch. A safe, spiritually calm place where everyone can feel at ease. Your guests will love being there.
  Ceremonies can be what you choose and have the relaxed, informal atmosphere with the schedule/formalities of a regular wedding in place and you have the flexibility to create exactly what you want for your special day.
• Becky B. Sent on 30/11/2022
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  A childhood dream come true....

  Ever since I knew of this place as a little girl I had always dreamed of my wedding there one day and finally it came true. It was everything I had dreamt off, rustic, romantic and relaxed. We couldn't have asked for a better day and all our guests commented on how magical it was.

  Ever since I knew of this place as a little girl I had always dreamed of my wedding there one day and finally it came true. It was everything I had dreamt off, rustic, romantic and relaxed. We couldn't have asked for a better day and all our guests commented on how magical it was.
• Claire C. Sent on 31/08/2021
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  The perfect venue!

  We got married at the Lost Village of Dode in August 2021. We had to re-arrange our wedding twice because of COVID, and everyone at Dode was so professional. We had heard horror stories from couples who had had to cancel their weddings, but the team at Dode made sure that everything was changed seamlessly. The wedding day was perfect. We had a rehearsal with Becky a couple of days before so we knew exactly what we were doing, and then Graham was amazing on the day, making sure that everything ran smoothly. The venue is stunning, and all of the suppliers were used were fantastic - The Flying Pig Kitchen, Moody Blooms and Matt James Photography. Another great thing about Dode is that the venue is animal-friendly so we were able to bring our dog Stanley along to celebrate with us.

  We got married at the Lost Village of Dode in August 2021. We had to re-arrange our wedding twice because of COVID, and everyone at Dode was so professional. We had heard horror stories from couples who had had to cancel their weddings, but the team at Dode made sure that everything was changed seamlessly. The wedding day was perfect. We had a rehearsal with Becky a couple of days before so we knew exactly what we were doing, and then Graham was amazing on the day, making sure that everything ran smoothly. The venue is stunning, and all of the suppliers were used were fantastic - The Flying Pig Kitchen, Moody Blooms and Matt James Photography. Another great thing about Dode is that the venue is animal-friendly so we were able to bring our dog Stanley along to celebrate with us.

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• Phoebe W. Sent on 31/08/2021
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  Incredible 11/10!

  We had the most magical and beautiful wedding day. The entire team at dode we’re amazing and we couldn’t have wanted more! From rearranging and postponing to just listening like a friend would. Just wish we could do it all over again!! Thanks so much! Love and light always. Phoebe and Joel xxx

  We had the most magical and beautiful wedding day. The entire team at dode we’re amazing and we couldn’t have wanted more! From rearranging and postponing to just listening like a friend would. Just wish we could do it all over again!! Thanks so much! Love and light always. Phoebe and Joel xxx

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  Len Sent on 12/06/2021
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  Everything was perfect on the day

  Good afternoon,
  
  I am the father of Jon Hughes, who was married to Liz last Thursday, at your beautiful venue.
  
  I really would like to thank you for the wonderful occasion you helped to create. Everything was perfect on the day and whilst I am sure you cannot take credit for the lovely weather, everything else could not have been better.
  
  Graham was excellent, making sure everything ran smoothly whilst maintaining a friendly reassuring but low profile presence. I am not sure whether the bar and catering people were introduced by you but their contributions to the day were equally as good.
  
  Thank you, again, for helping to make it a memorable day.
  
  With best wishes,
  
  Len

  Good afternoon,
  
  I am the father of Jon Hughes, who was married to Liz last Thursday, at your beautiful venue.
  
  I really would like to thank you for the wonderful occasion you helped to create. Everything was perfect on the day and whilst I am sure you cannot take credit for the lovely weather, everything else could not have been better.
  
  Graham was excellent, making sure everything ran smoothly whilst maintaining a friendly reassuring but low profile presence. I am not sure whether the bar and catering people were introduced by you but their contributions to the day were equally as good.
  
  Thank you, again, for helping to make it a memorable day.
  
  With best wishes,
  
  Len

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