Three women smile and toast with glasses of champagne, wearing sequined and dark dresses against warm bokeh lighting at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel.
An event space with round tables, banquet chairs, and projection screens at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel.
An event space with round tables set with white linens and black chairs under ceiling spotlights at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel.
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An event space with rows of gold-framed chairs facing a projection screen and stage at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel.
Christmas Party offer

Heart of Kent Suite at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel

Event Space in a Hotel
·
Private space
Hollingbourne, Maidstone, ME17 1RE –
Leeds, Maidstone
Up to 600
seats
Up to 600
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

This extensive Suite offers its own private entrance and reception area, it has over 600m2 of exhibition space when combined as well as an exhibition loading bay capable of vehicular access. The versatile space benefits from air conditioning and natural daylight.

The Suite can be sub divided into 3 sections - Northdown, Weald and Southdown

With the addition of 2 private bars and a dance floor together with flexible staging the Heart of Kent Suite is suitable for any event.

Weddings:
Celebrate your special day in our grand 'Heart of Kent Suite', where timeless elegance meets modern luxury. Our 'Heart of Kent Suite' provides the ideal setting while providing the perfect backdrops for weddings of all types. With the possibility of the lounge and the bar area, guests will be sure to have space to move around even with larger party sizes.
Book your visit today with one of our experienced wedding coordinators!

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Drinks menu
Drinks menu
Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable evening of great food and fantastic entertainment. Enjoy a delicious three-course festive meal and a complimentary arrival drink before our resident band and DJ get the party started. With music, dancing, and a lively atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to make your Christmas celebration truly memorable.

Private Party Looking to host your own exclusive party?
We have a range of private suites available booking from 10 up to 360 guests. From decorations and entertainment to selected wines and indulgent menus, our elves are on hand to add that festive sparkle to your celebrations. Get in touch to find out more.
Big Band Night
£54 per person
Package includes:
• A drink on arrival
• 3 course choice menu
• Band & Disco with resident DJ till 1am

•Friday 27th November – £54 pp
•Saturday 28th November – £54 pp
•Friday 4th, 11th, 18th December – £59 pp
•Saturday 5th, 12th 19th December – £59pp

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £35 per person
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 600
Dining
up to 360
Theatre
up to 600
Boardroom
up to 90
Cabaret
up to 300
U-Shaped
up to 100
Classroom
up to 200

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Free parking is available on-site (500 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 00:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
Temporary event notices available

Host rules

No smoking in the building

About Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel

Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Northdown & Weald Suite
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Hollingbourne
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Lenham
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50
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Tec West
Northdown Suite at
from £35
per person / per day
Meeting Room in a Hotel
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150
150
Northdown Suite
Medway at
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hire fee / per morning
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30
30
Medway
Tec North at
from £25
hire fee / per hour
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6
Tec North
County at
from £245
hire fee / per morning
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50
50
County
Rochester at
from £150
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20
Rochester
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from £195
hire fee / per morning
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14
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from £25
hire fee / per hour
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8
Langley
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from £150
hire fee / per morning
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20
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Location

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