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Top Unusual Venues in Kent
Unusual venues in Kent are perfect for making any event stand out! Find the ideal location, whether you’re drawn to the timeless charm of Canterbury or the picturesque beaches of Margate. On Tagvenue, we offer curated listings of event spaces in the area, from barns with marquee setups in Dover to private mansions with spacious gardens near Foots Cray Meadows. Discover the most unique venue for your event in this picturesque region today!
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![Living room studio | (Kent) at Living Room Studio in Kent]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLiving room studio | (Kent)
3 guestsLiving Room StudioKentJJade S.
“Lovely, well lit and welcoming space. Perfect for creating the content I needed” -
![The Maid's Garden at Eastwell Manor in Ashford, Kent]()
from £2100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Maid's Garden
150 guestsEastwell ManorAshford, KentMMegan W.
“The beauty of the architecture and gardens!” -
![Battel Hall at Leeds Castle - Kent in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £106
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBattel Hall
30 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, -
![Indoor Tennis and Events Arena at University of Kent in Canterbury, Kent]()
from £7500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIndoor Tennis and Events Arena
4000 guestsUniversity of KentCanterbury, KentThe Kent Indoor Tennis and Events Arena was completed in 2020 and is located at the University of Kent, Canterbury. It has over 3,000 sq meters of flexible flat floor space and can be configured in a variety of layouts including -
![Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge in Canterbury, Kent]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsCanterbury Cathedral LodgeCanterbury, KentWhether 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. -
![Glass Courtyard at Chapel House Estate in Kent]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGlass Courtyard
100 guestsChapel House EstateKentThe space will be completely versatile and adjustable to each event. It remains the perfect setting for drinks reception, but now, with the added bonus of hosting wedding breakfasts, ceremonies, and many other events, the -
![Maidstone Exhibition Hall at Kent Event Centre in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £7200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMaidstone Exhibition Hall
3500 guestsKent Event CentreMaidstone, KentThe Kent Event Centre is the largest conference facility in Kent, offering 7,000 sqm of flexible space. There are three main exhibition halls, ideal for creating stunning exhibitions, trade fairs, or public shows. -
![Detling Room at Kent Event Centre in Maidstone, Kent]()
from £360
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDetling Room
40 guestsKent Event CentreMaidstone, KentThe Detling room is located above the Kent Event Centre administration offices and provides an ideal venue for meetings. Located in Alan Day House this room can be accessed through the main reception area. -
![Cathedral Room at Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury, Kent]()
from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCathedral Room
150 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterbury, KentThe 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 -
![Marquee at Cave Hotels in Kent]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMarquee
200 guestsCave HotelsKentOur event space is the ideal space for private events. Surrounded by greenery making it the perfect backdrop for any photos. Within this space you will have your own bar, kitchen, toilet facilities and outside space with -
![Whole Venue at The John in Canterbury, Kent]()
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsThe JohnCanterbury, KentBig 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. -
![The Grand Marquee at Frasers in Ashford, Kent]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Grand Marquee
200 guestsFrasersAshford, KentA distinctive Grand Marquee is ideal for corporate events, team away days, and business celebrations for 120 guests. This space has a striking feature wall made from fallen trees on the estate, and a high-level floral installation,
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Treetop Adventure
10
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Go Ape Bedgebury
Kent
Set in a Grade II listed landscape, you’ll find Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest on the Kent/Sussex border. We’re very proud to share the space with what is considered to be the largest and most complete collection of
from £360
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Chilham Room
60
40
Kent Event Centre
Maidstone, Kent
We are competitively priced, delivering an affordable conference and Event solution for businesses in the South East. We are ideally located for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, and more and is set in an area of outstanding
from £360
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Cornwallis Room
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80
Kent Event Centre
Maidstone, Kent
The newly refurbished Cornwallis Room is looking incredible! It is a fully versatile space which is ideal for training courses, conferences, breakout rooms and event space.
from £360
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Bredhurst Room
60
40
Kent Event Centre
Maidstone, Kent
The Kent Event Centre is the largest conference facility in Kent, offering 7,000 sqm of flexible space. There are three main exhibition halls, ideal for creating stunning exhibitions, trade fairs, or public shows.
from £1000
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De Havilland Suite
300
250
Mercure Brandshatch
Kent
The De Havilland Suite is an exceptional function suite and the largest in the area. It features expansive windows that allow an abundance of natural daylight, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere.
from £4200
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Exclusive Use
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Reach Court Farm
Kent
This family-run venue prioritises flexibility above all, allowing you to take control of the planning without hidden costs. Civil marriage and partnership ceremonies can be conducted inside the barn or in the outdoor gazebo,
FAQs about Top Unusual Venues in Kent
The cost of unusual venues in Kent averages around £2100 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 October 2025:
| From £600 | to £3500 | hire fee per day |
| From £33 | to £106 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £7000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find unusual 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 (October 2025):
| Small unusual venues | up to 85 guests | prices average £360 hire fee per day |
| Medium unusual venues | between 100 and 200 guests | prices average £2000 hire fee per day |
| Large unusual venues | over 250 guests | prices average £5100 hire fee per day |