Planning an outdoor event in Kent? You’re in luck! This area gets some of the UK’s driest and sunniest weather, and it’s perfect for outdoor celebrations. Think manor house gardens with sculpted topiaries and walled courtyards brimming with wildflowers. Or spaces with private lakes, pergolas draped in fairy lights, or sweeping terraces perfect for open-air dining. There are also spaces for the adventurous, with zipline courses, fire pits for marshmallow toasting, and festival-style fields. Be it an elegant reception, a summer wedding, or an office retreat, Kent’s outdoor venues bring the space—and the spectacle. Don’t forget to ask about seasonal produce to get the best flavours of the ‘Garden of England’. Explore our top picks and secure the perfect spot today.
The cost of outdoor venues averages around £2000 hire fee per day. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Kent, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £650 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
| From £35 | to £60 | per person |
| From £550 | to £7844 | hire fee per event |
You'll find outdoor venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Kent, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 90 and 150 guests | prices average £2100 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £7580 hire fee per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for outdoor venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Outdoor Space | prices average £5000 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 500 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £5400 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 160 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 60 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Barn | prices average £6400 hire fee per event | typically between 150 and 250 guests |
Page last updated in May 2026
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