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Situated in the heart of the Kent Downs, welcome to The Dreys, an ancient woodland wedding venue in Kent, perfect for the most unique of wedding days. The Dreys is a family run business set in 80 acres of private woodland, yet just 50 minutes from London it makes for the perfect escape to the wild for you and your guests.

When booking with The Dreys, you have the flexibility of a smaller intimate wedding for 60, or invite up to 500 to party the night away on this special day – and with a late license until 2am you can celebrate to your hearts’ content. The surrounding woodland at The Dreys makes for the perfect backdrop for your wedding photos, and the tranquil setting is the perfect place to savour every minute of your wedding day.

The heart of the venue is centred around the licenesed field shelter that hosts civil ceremonies as well as being the main dancefloor complete with fully stocked and staffed bar area for the reception. The field shelter is postioned next to our main dining marquee to host the wedding breakfast and our reception marquee to welcome guests into the venue and offer another beautifuly styled, covered, heated indoor outdoor space.

The experienced team at The Dreys are fully licensed for all civil ceremonies and woodland blessings, and do not tie you down to a fixed catering menu. They offer you the ability to choose your own suppliers so you can create a truly unique experience for you and your guests. With exclusive use of the venue, including the marquee, field shelter, and the onsite accommodation, you can really start to make The Dreys feel like a home from home while you tie the knot.

To find out more about the kind of wild, perfect wedding experience The Dreys has to offer, do not hesitate to contact them.

  • Secluded woodland venue
  • Overnight camping available
  • Legal ceremony license
  • Truly unique location
  • Enquiries page includes availability calendar and quote builder
  • Woodland blessing area
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Sporting
Historic
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
Barn
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Health suite

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
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Reviews for The Dreys

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Jessica B. Sent on 12/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding 5th June 2021

Wow.. where do we start!!!
We was lucky enough to get finally married at The Dreys on 5th June 2021 after many cancellations due to the lockdowns / COVID restrictions.
It was totally worth the wait!

We got engaged in December 2017 and found The Dreys at the beginning of 2018 after searching “woodland venue” on Google. This was our first venue to view and our last because it ended up to be everything we wanted.

We booked our wedding day for 29th May 2020.
From 2018 we got to know the venue owner Jackie really well, we had countless phone calls and meetings whilst we was planning our big day.
Suddenly Covid hit in March 2020 forcing us to cancel our wedding day. Jackie and the team couldn’t have been more helpful in this extremely stressful and upsetting situation.

Nothing was too much trouble, they booked us in as many new provisional dates possible to make sure we had lots of options and was there to talk to us and reassure us throughout.
No one could prepare us for the lengthy lockdowns that could then come forcing us to eventually re book 5th June 2021.

The year flew by and suddenly we was on top of June 2021 and finally about to get married!
Again after numerous calls with Jackie and the team we decided to go ahead with a 30 guest wedding.

We also got introduced to The Wedding Dolls, who were added onto our booking as part of the new package with The Dreys… and let me tell you they were a big added bonus!
The Dolls were so thorough and thoughtful with everything they did. I’m a bit of a control freak and I stress about things being perfect and all my little details being set out exactly how I wanted and envisioned them to be.
They listened and took notes and meetings and on the day got everything spot on. I couldn’t have done it better myself.

Jackie is one of the most kindest, selfless people I've ever met. Nothing and I mean nothing was too much trouble. Jackie allowed us to have the wedding day of our dreams and we’re so grateful for that.

The venue is out of this world! And has improved massively through the efforts of the owners since we first viewed it back in 2018. They have worked tirelessly through lockdown to keep adding to the venue so that us brides and grooms can have the perfect day after lockdown!
The improvements on the ceremony area with the toilets & floor extension worked so well.

We were lucky enough to have gorgeous weather on our day but the venue are completely covered for all weather. They have a huge main marque and a drinks tent, the ceremony/ dance floor area is all sheltered.

Before the day I felt completely relaxed knowing that The Dreys and The Dolls had got everything coveted.
And on the day we was not disappointed in any way.
Nothing could have gone better, the venue looked amazing, the guests all loved it.
Having a small intimate 30 person wedding was one of the best decisions we made. The venue is huge but the way it’s laid out made us feel so together and like there somehow was 50 people.

The staff on the day went above and beyond for us and our guests. The bar staff and the morning breakfast ladies all couldn’t have done more or been friendlier.
In the evening the Gio and his bar staff went round and asked if guests needed blankets or drinks.
We was having photos and Gio brought us over some
Prosecco. They updated us on the money we put behind the bar and made sure drinks were flowing all
day and night!

Out of everything that’s happened recently with covid.. for this one day us and our 28 guests were allowed to feel truly happy and carefree.
The team had all COVID rules under control and hand sanitisers were at all the entrances.
Even though COVID rules had to be followed we didn’t feel restricted, and we feel the Dreys managed to somehow get that just right!!

We can’t recommend this venue enough, we’re so sad it’s all over but so extremely grateful for what we had.
Our wedding day wouldn’t have been what it was without The Dreys, Jackie, Kathleen & Natalie. Thank you all so much!! Cannot wait to visit in the future!! Mr & Mrs Baker xx
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Nicola Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Every little detail was perfect!

We had our festival wedding / hand fasting here. It was the most magical venue to get married in.
Every little detail was perfect!
Superb for pictures the land/ area just keeps giving with its beauty.
It feels very private and secluded once you are there which we felt gave an extra special feel to the weekend.
We would do it all again in a heartbeat.
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Leanne Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing day at this beautiful venue

Absolutely amazing day at this beautiful venue for my best friends wedding.
Thanks to Jackie, Dave, Jo and everyone else for all your hard work! Xx
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Katie Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

A breath taking venue

A breath taking venue. Thank you for ensuring that everything was in place and supported us bridesmaids.
Would totally reccomend this to other brides to be and looking forward to visiting again for a reunion
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Liz Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

The Dreys is a very special place

We are still on a high after our wedding at The Dreys back in April (appologies for the late review!). From the initial planning stage, Jackie and the team were absolutely fantastic and guided us (a pretty much clueless bride and groom to be) through the process in the most stress- free manner possible. In the final weeks, they managed to get the venue looking beautiful in spite of the snow delaying their preparations. Wen we arrived to see the venue in early April, we were thrilled to see the transformation into a georgous setting for our wedding; Jo did an amazing making the shelter and marquee look stunning, and the whole team made sure everything went smoothly. Even in April with no leaves on the trees, the woodland setting was magical and we, along with our guests, had the most wonderful day. The Dreys is a very special place. Thank you!
Liz and Sam x
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Amy Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Had an amazing day and everyone enjoyed themselves

We had our wedding here in August and the Venue is beautiful. The staff on the day were brilliant at working round the rain. Nothing went to plan because of the weather but it really didn’t matter. Had an amazing day and everyone enjoyed themselves.
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Hannah Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

We had the most perfect day

We have just stepped back into reality so wanted to contact you both to say a huge Thank you!
We had the most perfect day and want to make sure you both aware that we appreciate everything you (and the team) done for us on the day.
Our friends and family are still raving about it and so pleased with how it all worked out.
Thank you once again, looking forward to returning soon!

Hannah
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Natalie Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

It was one of the best days of our lives.

I just wanted to say thank you to you and Jackie for looking after us and helping to make our day so special. It was one of the best days of our lives. Can’t wait for the photographers images xx
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Geoff Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

We just want to do it all again

Dear Jackie, Jo and everyone at The Dreys,

Thank you so much for everything. We cant express enough how grateful and blown away we are by all that you did to give us the most perfect day imaginable. From completely understanding our vision to keeping all the kids happy on the day - you have been such a dream. We just want to do it all again! Our guests keep telling us how much they loved The Dreys and we couldn’t agree more. We cant wait to come back.
Seriously, just thank you, thank you, thank you!
All our love Geoff, Emily + Ted xxx
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Danny Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Our mini paradise

Jo, Jackie & Dave

An amazing weekend. You have all gone above and beyond. Love yah Danny

Dearest J, J & D
Can not thank you enough for making our day / weekend something only dreams are made of! Totally fallen in love with both my Queen Danny-Dala and The Dreys - Our mini paradise!
Sabine xx
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Mary Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Just the most amazing, memorable wedding EVER!

Hi Dreys
First of all, I would like to thank you all so much for making my daughter Charlie have the most amazing, memorable wedding EVER!
Just the most perfect venue, staff etc plus we were blessed with the most wonderful weather!!
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Joanna Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Enjoyed every moment , even if it did rain all day

We had an incredible wedding here! Enjoyed every moment - even if it did rain all day! Huge thanks to Jackie, Jo and Team xxx
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Peta Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

The most spectacular and magical wedding venue.

As the Mother of the groom I may be a little biased, but this truly was the most spectacular and magical wedding venue. It had been left as a surprise until the big day and left most guests almost speechless as they took in all that it had to offer, from the entrance pathway through the wood, which later became lit by an entrancing selection of wonderful coloured lights, to a large swing, wonderful Glamping in a wild flower meadow and a pathway of flickering tea lights leading down to the campfire - a last treat to enjoy was whilst wrapped up in a blanket under the stars. The following morning we were allowed to peek into the bridal accommodation, created with great imagination and such attention to detail!
A huge well done to David and Jackie, in these hectic, busy times, for creating such a special, different wedding experience.
A review of Hannah and Simons woodland wedding of 22nd August 2015.
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Anne Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

It was magical , a wedding we wont forget

Thoroughly enjoyed Jo and Sergiis wedding celebration at The Dreys in Squirrel Wood. Staff worked very hard to keep us happy despite very wet weather. It was magical, good fun and a wedding we won’t forget.
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Samantha Sent on 07/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

It was everything and more

Our daughter got married here recently. And what a day it was. I can not thank the team at The Dreys enough for making her dreams come true. It was everything and more, the whole day was a magical fairy tale and felt very personal. Nothing was too much trouble. The staff are very welcoming. The accommodation is excellent and quirky & fits in with the surroundings. Lots of different seating areas to enjoy the atmosphere. Absolutely loved it this venue is 100% bang on. Just a shame it was all over so quick. Would completely recommended The Dreys. Xxx
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Squirrel Wood, Rumstead Lane, Stockbury ME9 7RT Sittingbourne (Kent)
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