The Ferry House

Leysdown-on-Sea, Kent, ME12 4BQ -

Up to
250 guests
Internal Catering
allowed

About Venue

Special celebrations call for a memorable venue. Host your event at the 16th Ferry House, sitting aside the Swale estuary in our accessible rural hideaway in Kent, just 60 minutes from London. With several event spaces to choose from, catering from our 2AA Rosette restaurant, accommodation for up to 70 guests & expert event coordinators, your special occasion is in good hands.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 250

Dining

up to 180

Boardroom

up to 32

Cabaret

up to 90

Classroom

up to 21

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Natural light

Outdoor / Garden / Beach

Telephone

Table / chairs included

Tea

Premises parking

Overnight accommodation

Breakout rooms

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

TV screen

Flipchart

WiFi

Space Rules

Allowed events

Wedding ceremony licence

Licensed for alcohol

Location

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Reviews

L-JHFullwood
March 2020
I have enjoyed my stay at this beautiful Inn. The surroundings are full of character and charm, with the inviting open fires, hop laden beamed ceilings and very comfortable rooms to return to after work has been a pleasure. The attention to detail in the rooms makes the stay special with very comfortable beds, white linen and the added bonus of your own nespresso machine. The breakfast is a real treat with plenty of choice, including warm croissants, homemade preserves and a fabulous full English. The staff and owner are great, accommodating, approachable and very professional. Thankyou all for making me feel very welcome.
Caitlin Breakey
August 2025
We couldn’t have asked for a more magical wedding experience! From the moment we booked, the planning process was effortless—the team was incredibly organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day special. If any questions or concerns arose, they were promptly addressed, and they made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and enjoyable. The rooms and getting ready spaces were ideal- comfortable, romantic, and everything we needed. We also rented out the Mocketts Cottages and it was such a treat to have so many of our family and friends stay close by. The staff were an absolute dream to work with—friendly, professional, and always ready with a smile. They went above and beyond to accommodate our needs and made us feel truly celebrated. The venue itself was stunning, and our guests are still raving about how beautiful everything was. And the food- wow! Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You could truly taste the quality and care, with locally sourced ingredients too. If you're looking for a place that combines elegance, warmth, and top-notch service, this is it. We’re so grateful to have chosen The Ferry House—it was the perfect backdrop for the best day of our lives!
Matthew Harmer
September 2025
My first time working here. As a wedding photographer that works at many wedding venues every year there only a very few that really make a difference to the customers experience. This has to be one of the loveliest and well run wedding venues I have worked at. I have to say, from the moment I arrived I could tell this venue really know how to put on a wedding. The venue itself is gorgeous! Nothing was too much trouble for the team that run the day. The photo opportunities in and around the gardens are endless. In a nutshell, I give this amazing wedding venue 5 out of five. Having been to hundreds of wedding venues over the years I rate the Ferry House well within my top 10 of all time! If you are reading this review and looking for your perfect wedding venue don’t just take my word for it. Put it at the top of your “to visit list” go pay them a visit and see for yourself just how beautiful and expertly run it is. Well done the Ferry House…keep it up!

Gareth Melia
August 2025
Couldn’t have asked for more! We absolutely loved our summer wedding at The Ferry House and we’re so happy we chose such a special place to celebrate with our loved ones. Maxine and the team were so incredibly helpful right from the moment we booked our wedding day. They made the planning process so much easier and enjoyable, we really couldn’t have pulled it off without all the effort and thought from the team. The venue on the day looked stunning and the attention to detail was very much noticed and appreciated. They helped with any request big or small and we had so many comments from guests on how beautiful the venue was and the amazing service.
Stacey W
March 2020
Had a very enjoyable afternoon tea with friends, the selection of food items were superb and the service was exceptional. Stephen (front of house) is a great host and made us feel very welcome and Suzie (our waitress) was very attentive. We were seated promptly. The presentation of the food was lovely and very in keeping with the countryside theme. Very good value for money and the Inn itself is very nicely furnished with some finishing touches make it that feel that extra bit special.
Chloe Lambkin
August 2025
We got married on Thursday 24th July 2025. We viewed the venue back in May 2023 and were made to feel so welcomed and special from the moment we entered the building, giving us all those wedding feels straight away, and the feeling this venue being the one for us. Weddings are known for being stressful, but The Ferry House team are so helpful and on hand to answer any questions responding quickly, in particular Sam our wedding coordinator who took all that stress away from us making our wedding planning experience a really enjoyable one! The day of the wedding was nothing but chilled vibes, no stress or worries and this was all thanks to Taryn, Sam and the team who were on hand throughout the day to ensure we had everything we needed for a stress free morning getting ready for our big day. From providing breakfast platters, topping up our drinks and bringing that feel good vibe to the getting ready rooms and ensuring we were relaxed and soaking up every magical moment in the lead up to the ceremony. We had our ceremony in the barn and wedding breakfast in the event suite, and what beautiful set up these area are. All of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue is, the deliciousness of the food (Clear plates all round is a winner in my eyes) and the attentiveness of the staff - we really couldn’t have asked for anymore. We had the two day package which meant we had the evening before with our immediate family sharing a grazing board of delicious sandwiches, meats, chutneys, cheeses and more, breakfast the morning of, and morning after the wedding included the options of cereal, and a full English from local produce. This made our wedding even more special and those wedding feels last a little longer - a week later we’ve still got family talking about how it felt like a lovely mini break and wedding blues are now sinking in wanting to do it all over again. The venue itself is remote, but in a beautiful, quiet area with stunning views - very picturesque. The rooms were clean, spacious and had stunning views on the waterside, all our guests said the beds were really comfortable and they felt welcomed and enjoyed their stay. Overall our Ferry House wedding was absolutely amazing, a day I will never forget. and I cannot recommend The Ferry House enough to anyone considering staying, eating, or getting married here - you will not be disappointed.
Chloe Harbour
October 2025
The setting was beautiful but the staff were not particularly welcoming or friendly. The small plates were tasty but the mains were nothing like the description on the menu. The servings were very small. The bedroom was very small and had cobwebs on the ceiling. Buffet breakfast was good but needed something other than jam for the toast. The sign that the vegetables are all coming from their kitchen garden is misleading as we were told that there is no kitchen garden as they are building and expanding. The place lacked a warm hospitality that can only come from the staff.