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Top Outdoor Event Spaces in Kent
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.
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![The Gardens at The Gardens in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £9330
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Gardens
200 guestsThe GardensMaidstone, KentThe Gardens is a Private outdoor space in The Gardens venue made up of a sequence of planted garden rooms and sheltered outdoor settings. Design: The outdoor rooms present structured beds, timber edging and winding paths
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![The Retreat Marquee at Vigo Retreat in Kent]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Retreat Marquee
55 guestsVigo RetreatKentThe Retreat Marquee is a private outdoor marquee at Vigo Retreat that provides a covered, weather‑protected outdoor event space while retaining an informal, outdoors-focused setting.
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![Stretch Tent at Balfour Winery in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStretch Tent
120 guestsBalfour WineryMaidstone, KentStretch Tent is a semi-private outdoor space at Balfour Winery that provides a covered stretch-tent canopy for sheltered outdoor seating and socialising.
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![Tipi & Paddock at The Moody Mare in Kent]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTipi & Paddock
150 guestsThe Moody MareKentTipi & Paddock is an Outdoor Space in The Moody Mare defined by a cluster of canvas tipis that create a sheltered, flexible area next to an open paddock.
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![12 Acre of Grounds at Spray Hill Farm and Grounds in Kent]()
from £120
per person / per dayCheck availability12 Acre of Grounds
80 guestsSpray Hill Farm and GroundsKent12 Acre of Grounds is a private outdoor space in Spray Hill Farm and Grounds characterised by broad, uninterrupted rural parkland and grassy meadows. Design: The grounds present open lawns and meadow framed by mature hedgerows
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![The Historic Railway Bridge at The Old Railway Cutting - Kent in Canterbury, Kent]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Historic Railway Bridge
60 guestsThe Old Railway Cutting - KentCanterbury, KentThe Old Railway Cutting is an outdoor former railway cutting centred on a historic iron railway bridge, characterised by a narrow, wooded corridor that creates a sheltered natural event space.
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![The View Point at Tunbridge Wells in Kent]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe View Point
100 guestsTunbridge WellsKentAccessible toilets are available and routes around the space are wheelchair-accessible. Ideal for: Social groups seeking a relaxed, outdoor standing reception or an informal seated gathering will suit this open, grassy clearing.
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![The Oast at Spray Hill Farm and Grounds in Kent]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Oast
20 guestsSpray Hill Farm and GroundsKentThe Oast is an Outdoor Space in Spray Hill Farm and Grounds and a semi-enclosed structure that brings a sheltered, rural character. Design: The space has varnished wooden floorboards, exposed beams and a compact mezzanine
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![Treetop Challenge at Go Ape Leeds Castle-Kent in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £37
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTreetop Challenge
40 guestsGo Ape Leeds Castle-KentMaidstone, KentTreetop Challenge is an Outdoor Space in the Go Ape Leeds Castle high-ropes facility and a sustained forest canopy course that requires continuous movement between elevated platforms.
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![Outside Space at Kent Event Centre in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £18000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOutside Space
100000 guestsKent Event CentreMaidstone, KentKent Event Centre has 200 acres of outdoor space and parking for 30,000 vehicles. The area is secure with a permanent perimeter fence, up to 6 public entrances, and electricity to send water throughout the site.
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![Marquees at Leeds Castle - Kent in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMarquees
500 guestsLeeds Castle - KentMaidstone, KentUniquely designed for business and pleasure. Leeds Castle is situated in the stunning Kent countryside, with over 900 years of history. Home to multiple event spaces, our venue provides the perfect setting for meetings, conferences,
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![Treetop Adventure Plus at Go Ape Leeds Castle-Kent in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £26
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTreetop Adventure Plus
40 guestsGo Ape Leeds Castle-KentMaidstone, KentIdeal for: Families and mixed-age groups seeking an active, informal outdoor challenge with guided, hands-on participation. What sets it apart: The course is a one-hour, family-focused high-ropes circuit designed specifically
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FAQs about Top Outdoor Event Spaces in Kent
The cost of outdoor venues averages around £37 per person. 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:
| Typically between £35 | and £60 | per person |
| Typically between £650 | and £2100 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between £70 | and £193 | hire fee per hour |
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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £65 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 70 and 135 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 November 2026), users looking for outdoor venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Outdoor Space | prices average £2000 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 150 guests |
| Open Air / Outdoor Venue | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 60 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £2000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
| Barn | prices average £6400 hire fee per event | typically between 20 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1020 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 200 guests |
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Treetop Adventure at Go Ape Bedgebury - outdoor space for 40 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Active families, youth groups and adult groups seeking an informal, movement-based outdoor challenge rather than a seated format. What guests say: The course is physically demanding yet enjoyable for both children... -
The Apiary (Outdoor) at Bramble Farm Bees - outdoor space for 20 guests
Venue said: A working bee farm in the Kent Downs above Detling, and a team away day nobody forgets. Your group suits up, opens live hives with our beekeepers and holds frames of bees, then makes beeswax candles to take home. -
Outdoor Event Venue at Longberry Meadow - field for 40 guests
Venue said: Longberry Meadow - Outdoor Event Venue Longberry Meadow is a unique countryside venue for outdoor events. If you are looking for a setting with flexibility, peace and a stunning natural setting then you’ve found the right...
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Stretch Tent at Balfour Winery, from £600 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: What sets it apart: Direct access to the adjacent lawn and winery grounds extends usable outdoor space beyond the covered area, allowing guests to move between the canopy and open landscaping. -
Treetop Adventure Plus at Go Ape Leeds Castle-Kent, from £26 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: The booking process supports online reservations and on-site check-in. Ideal for: Families and mixed-age groups seeking an active, informal outdoor challenge with guided, hands-on participation. -
Medway at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel, from £300 hire fee per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: This is the perfect venue for couple who are interested in an intimate wedding with easy access to outdoor areas. Book your visit today with one of our experienced wedding coordinators!
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