Winners of Wedding Venue of the Year 2025 at the Kent Wedding Awards!

The Ferry House is a charming 16th-century wedding venue, beautifully situated by the tranquil waterside in Kent. Just an hour from London, this stunning location combines the rustic charm of the countryside with historic character. Surrounded by rolling farmland and picturesque landscaped gardens, it offers couples the perfect setting for a truly memorable day.

Tailored packages are available to suit all types of celebrations, whether it's an intimate gathering for 2-30 guests, a romantic Twilight ceremony, or a grand celebration with 300+ guests. With accommodation for 70+ guests, bespoke menus created by the 2AA Rosette awarded chefs, and a dedicated planning team, The Ferry House ensures every couple enjoys the perfect start to their happily ever after.

Exciting News for 2026 Weddings!
In Spring 2026, The Ferry House will unveil the Spring Barn, a brand-new space for ceremonies and receptions. This stunning barn, featuring an oak Hammerbeam frame and cathedral-like ceiling, will offer uninterrupted views of the estuary and a breathtaking atmosphere for weddings. The venue will be closed for weddings from 30th September 2025 until 12th April 2026, when it reopens as an exclusive wedding and events venue, marking a new era for The Ferry House.

The venue offers a range of stunning settings to suit all kinds of wedding styles:

• The Spring Barn (from April 2026) will host ceremonies and wedding breakfasts for up to 260 guests, and grand receptions for 350 guests.
• The Hop Barn provides a charming, rustic space for ceremonies of up to 130 guests, wedding breakfasts for up to 70, and evening receptions for up to 100, with its hop hung beams and twinkling fairy lights.
• For outdoor ceremonies, the Oak Gazebo offers a picturesque setting with space for up to 200 guests, with a beautiful estuary backdrop.

The Ferry House also offers 11 elegant guest rooms on-site sleeping 22 guests, and couples can enjoy a complimentary night in a suite of their choice. Additionally, Mocketts Farm Cottages, just five minutes from the venue, provides comfortable accommodation for up to 53+ guests, ensuring everyone can stay and celebrate together.

Services Offered

Couples who choose The Ferry House will benefit from a wide range of services designed to bring their unique wedding vision to life. The venue's dedicated team of wedding coordinators is on hand to support couples through every step of the planning process, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. The venue will also launch a new planning portal in early 2025 to make planning a breeze. Bespoke wedding packages can be tailored to include unique extras, making each celebration truly personal.

Wedding day dining at The Ferry House is a special experience, with 2AA Rosette awarded chefs offering menus that showcase locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. Couples can enjoy dishes featuring beef from the family-owned farm, game from the Harty Estate, and fresh produce grown in the venue’s Kitchen Garden, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all guests.