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Top Small Wedding Venues in Canterbury
Canterbury's mediaeval lanes and riverside setting back onto the cathedral's shadow, and small wedding venues here play that heritage into their DNA — converted Georgian townhouses along St Dunstan's Street, riverside pavilions near the Stour, historic rooms tucked behind antique shop fronts. Small wedding venues in Canterbury let you marry near centuries of history without renting a cathedral, and most include experienced catering partners who turn out kitchen-driven menus for proper-sized groups. Explore below by season and capacity.
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![The Maid's Garden at Eastwell Manor in Near Canterbury]()
from £2100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Maid's Garden
150 guestsEastwell ManorNear CanterburyMMegan W.
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![Bishop of Bayeux Suite at Eastwell Manor in Near Canterbury]()
from £2100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBishop of Bayeux Suite
84 guestsEastwell ManorNear CanterburyIf you’re in need of a fairytale setting for an intimate wedding celebration, the Bishop of Bayeux Suite is the perfect space for you. Walk down the aisle towards the impressive feature fireplace, surrounded by panelled walls -
![Exclusive Hire at The Harty Estate in Near Canterbury]()
from £1000
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200 guestsThe Harty EstateNear CanterburyThe Ferry House provides 11 guest rooms onsite and five delightful cottages to allow your guests to prolong a wonderful day into a delightful next morning which you will all cherish for years to come. -
![Rose Garden Room at Eastwell Manor in Near Canterbury]()
from £2100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRose Garden Room
84 guestsEastwell ManorNear CanterburyTreat yourself to some luxury at Eastwell Manor, and hold your medium-sized wedding in the Rose Garden Room. Its oak panelling, gold chandeliers and feature fireplace create an elegant ambience which will make you feel like -
![Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge in Canterbury Town Centre]()
from £84.50
per personCheck availabilityExclusive Use
120 guestsCanterbury Cathedral LodgeCanterbury Town CentreWhether you plan on having an intimate celebration or a grand party, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge caters for any size of party. You may choose an ideal space for you from an array of rooms available at the venue. -
![Exclusive Use at Knowlton Court in Near Canterbury]()
from £9450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
100 guestsKnowlton CourtNear CanterburyThe moment you arrive at the end of the tree-lined driveway, you will discover a vast space dedicated exclusively to you and your guests. From the enchanting outdoor ceremony setting under the hand-crafted oak Pavilion to -
![Exclusive Use at Eastwell Manor in Near Canterbury]()
from £25000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
150 guestsEastwell ManorNear CanterburyPlan the English country house wedding of your dreams at Eastwell Manor, a 4-star hotel surrounded by immaculate gardens and lawns. Sitting at the end of a long tree-lined drive, the 16-century manor house is visible from -
![Cowgirl Room at Cave Hotels in Near Canterbury]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCowgirl Room
120 guestsCave HotelsNear CanterburyOur Cowgirl Room is the ideal space for private events including birthday parties, engagement parties, weddings, baby showers, anniversary celebrations and much more! -
![Barns, Marquee & Lawns at Swarling Manor in Canterbury]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBarns, Marquee & Lawns
120 guestsSwarling ManorCanterburySwarling Manor is in the most stunning rural location surrounding a 17th century manor house, complete with a marquee, a rustic barn and a romantic rose garden all nestled inside an 80 acres of beautiful kentish countryside. -
![Darwin Conference Suite at University of Kent in Canterbury]()
from £225
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDarwin Conference Suite
300 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyIt can be used as one large room or divided, with soundproofed walls, into three smaller rooms with a capacity of 40 to 100 people. The space has its own reception area, cloakroom, dance floor, and bar. -
![Cathedral Room at Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury]()
from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCathedral Room
150 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyThe Cathedral Room is our largest conference room offering luxurious air-conditioned accommodation for up to 150 delegates theatre style. Flooded with natural daylight and with access onto the terrace and gardens it is perfectly -
![Exclusive Use at Winters Barns in Canterbury]()
from £9860
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
150 guestsWinters BarnsCanterburyWhether you are planning on hosting an intimate ceremony for your nearest and dearest or throwing a lavish reception, the venue’s function spaces are perfect for any size celebration.
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Prices of small wedding venues average £2000 hire fee per day. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Canterbury, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £800 | to £2100 | hire fee per day |
| From £9450 | hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.6 mi from central Canterbury, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
on The Precincts - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: You can enjoy a delicious wedding breakfast with your nearest and dearest in the venue’s Restaurant. Up to 120 guests can join you for a sit down meal at the stunning Clagett Auditorium. -
Whole Venue at The John
on Burgate - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Big Birthdays, Edgy Weddings, Launch Parties, DJ Nights, Creative Corporate Shindigs Capacity: 50-100 | Full Bar Service | “Not your grandma’s venue… unless she’s really cool. -
Cathedral Room at Abbots Barton Hotel
on Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel 36 New Dover Road - 0.6 mi from centre.
Venue said: Flooded with natural daylight and with access onto the terrace and gardens it is perfectly suited to large meetings and all day conferences. The Cathedral Room is also ideal for dinners of up to 120 people.
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