Hever Castle

Hever, Kent, TN8 7NG -

Up to
250 guests

About Venue

Located in Kent, Hever Castle was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn and has preserved the grandeur of its history to make it a most majestic wedding location.
With three stunning venues on this country Estate, be it the stately grandeur of the castle itself, the country house atmosphere of The Astor Wing, or the stunning lakeside location of The Guthrie Pavilion, Hever Castle offers a dream- come- true location for your special day. Intimate gatherings, exuberant parties, outdoor weddings, all catered for.
The Astor Wing:
The Astor Wing is a private wing of Hever Castle, created in Tudor style by William Waldorf Astor in 1903. Offering peace, tranquillity and seclusion, The Astor Wing offers an exclusive use venue in one of the most historic and beautiful settings in England. The oak panelled Tudor Suite Sitting Room, overlooking the Castle and formal lawns, provides the perfect ambience for an intimate ceremony for up to 60 guests. Reception drinks are taken in The Music Room, or, weather permitting, on the Tudor Suite Terrace overlooking the croquet lawn and moat. The Tudor Suite Dining Room, shrouded with oak panelling and boasting a magnificent fire place, can accommodate up to 60 guests for a wedding breakfast. The Moat Restaurant can be transformed into spacious venue for music and dancing for up to 120 guests.
Hever Castle
During the winter months, The Castle Inner Hall and Castle Dining Room are available to hire for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The splendour of the charming Castle at Hever boasts ornate panelling and carved columns in Italian walnut. There’s an impressive minstrel’s gallery, a fine collection of antique furniture, original paintings and a splendid working fireplace for a roaring log fire.
The Italian Garden
Summer months see the Award Winning Italian Garden come to life as weddings take place under the beautiful arched columns of the Italian Loggia overlooking the 38 acre lake. This magical lakeside location, accommodating from 100 – 180 guests can also be extended to your drinks reception where guests can take in the views from the stone piazza complete with our very own inspired Trevi fountain. A short walk away is the Guthrie Pavilion. Extensively refurbished in Palladian style, the vaulted ceilings and full length arched windows make for a light and airy atmosphere keeping the romantic backdrop of the lake and gardens. With a license until 1.00am, the Guthrie Pavilion is also suitable for evening receptions and discos or live bands to round off your special day.
Five star wedding accommodation is available to book as part of your wedding.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 250

Theatre

up to 250

Boardroom

up to 20

Cabaret

up to 250

Location

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Reviews

Simon Scott
August 2025
Hever Castle is a great place to visit. The grounds are great: there's ducks to be feed, a stream running through, plenty of grass to stretch out on on a sunny day. The gardens are lovely, with plenty of variety and interesting corners. The house is fantastic. If you want, you can grab an audio tour free of charge or just wander through at your own leisure. There is plenty to see and appreciate. However, if you are someone who has limited mobility, be aware that access to some of the upper areas are only via tight and winding staircases. There are no lifts, so wheelchair users will be limited to the ground floor. The gardens, however, have plenty of wheelchair access points. Parking is included in the ticket price. The food in the cafe is reasonably priced. The icecreams are excellent and also reasonably priced. Buy your tickets in advance. The gardens open at 10am and the house at 12pm. Plan to head for the house for 12pm and avoid queues. It really is a great day out.
Emily Shannon
September 2025
Went during the bank Holiday so there were lots of extra activities on the grounds. Excellent for kids. We really enjoyed the medieval village and the two mazes in the gardens. The castle is rich with history. Would recommend!
W Lee
August 2025
We are so incredibly grateful to the amazing team at Hever Castle for making our wedding day such a magical and unforgettable experience. The venue itself is absolutely stunning. So many of our guests told us afterwards that the castle was one of the most unforgettable parts of the day. It created such a romantic and intimate atmosphere, and we truly believe it’s the perfect place for couples who are looking for a special and meaningful wedding. You don’t even need too much decoration – the setting speaks for itself. On the wedding day, the Hever Castle team was wonderful. There were so many staff on hand to support us and make sure things ran smoothly. Our guests were well taken care of, and we felt completely supported throughout. It really helped take the pressure off and allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment. Hever Castle will always hold a special place in our hearts. We’re already looking forward to returning in the future to relive the memories of what truly was one of the most meaningful and beautiful days of our lives. Highly recommend this incredible venue to any couple looking for something truly magical.

Steve Carter
September 2025
Parking easy. Walked down the drive to the gardens and the castle which were lovely. Lots to see and do. Would recommend going into the castle, use the free head sets while you walk around and when we found the guides they were really helpful and full of knowledge. Also we bought the tickets on line. A bit of a saving.
Chris Smith
September 2025
We visit a lot of NT, English Heritage and other Historical properties and I have to say that this place is at the top of the pile. Superb gardens and lake, fantastically maintained. Beautiful house steeped in Tudor history (Anne Boleyn). Also Falconry displays, Pedalo hire and more. Excellent value for money. Highly recommended.