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The Wilderness is Voted Kent’s Best of the Best Wedding Venues, 2026, by the Kent Wedding Awards.

The Wilderness Named Best Wedding Venue in Kent – Kent Wedding Awards 2026.

We are proud to announce that The Wilderness has been named Best Wedding Venue in Kent at the Kent Wedding Awards 2026 — recognising exceptional hospitality, attention to detail and a team devoted to creating beautifully memorable weddings.

For couples searching for an award-winning wedding venue in Kent that feels immersive, atmospheric and effortlessly elegant, this accolade reflects the unique experience offered at The Wilderness.

Why The Wilderness Was Named the Best Wedding Venue in Kent

At The Wilderness, weddings are designed to feel immersive, unhurried and deeply personal.

Set within its secluded woodland surroundings, The Wilderness offers couples a sense of escape — paired with an experienced team who ensure every detail is thoughtfully planned and expertly delivered.

This award recognises:

  • Exceptional hospitality, delivered with warmth and attentiveness

  • Attention to detail, from planning through to the final moments of the celebration

  • A calm, experienced team, ensuring weddings unfold seamlessly

  • A unique natural setting, creating atmosphere and unforgettable memories

It is this combination of setting, service and dedication that led the judges to recognise The Wilderness as the best wedding venue in Kent.

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Couple dancing on the footbridge from the nature reserve to the woodland at Wilderness wedding venue, Kent.

2026 dates are going fast & here is why

 

Thw Wilderness is incredible Value.  Currently we are offering a free upgrade worth £2120 for any 2026 date booked. 

 

Planning a wedding with is  simple.  You can have a legal wedding on the farm and we will recommended the best suppliers to ensure your day comes together easily.    There are countless venue photo opportunities, as well as a fun, unflappable team to support throughout the process. There are few keys dates remaining; Saturday 13th June and Saturday June 27th 2026.  

Hire cost is £11,690 which includes exclusive hire of the venue, our wonderful team to look after you.  It includes the Tree House, all the furniture furniture, lighting, our Vintage Fiat 500 car bar Ari’s Aperitivos and a large drinks package.

Food:  For canapes plus 2 courses: £65 per person. Contact Leila Or book a viewing Here

Currently we are offering a free upgrade worth £2120 for any 2026 date booked. 

Planning a wedding with is  simple.  You can have a legal wedding on the farm and we will recommended the best  suppliers to ensure your day comes together easily.   

There are countless venue photo opportunities, as well as a fun, unflappable team to support throughout the process.

 

 

 

Couple sitting on the swing seat in the Champagne shack at Wilderness wedding venue, Kent.

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The Lodge Barn gets a sparkly Christmas makeover

I am a big fan of Christmas and the rustic feel to Preston Court means its a great canvas for natural looking festive decoration.

This year I foraged in the garden and picked up holly with red berries, fur tree, variegated ivy, twisted hazel, hydrangeas and pine cones. I found some Hazel poles also from the garden and used these to create the formwork from which everything else could hang. I used a small amount of gold spray to pick out a little bit of shimmer on some of the leaves and then added some warm white fairy lights.

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La Boheme Bride’s festival inspired shoot at Preston Court.

We hosted this ultra cool shoot for La Boheme Bridal featuring their dresses and an AIRSTREAM caravan. https://www.bohemebrides.com/. Hannah who runs La Boheme has some really special pieces and they are based locally in Whitstable. Go try on a dress – it may just be the one.

I particularly loved the fringed dress – it has lots of movement and is so eye catching.

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Baxter The Camel

Baxter the two humped camel comes to Preston Court. We did a rare out of wedding season event and hosted my aunty Theresa and her husband Stuart’s wedding reception. Boy was Baxter a beauty. https://jacamels.co.uk/. Please check out Joseph’s Amazing Camels and ask to speak to Daisy. Their camels are incredibly well looked after and very calm and friendly.

Joseph and his daughter Daisy also make delicious chocolates made from camel milk. I have tried them and they are really delicious. A really good idea for a Christmas present. The milk is really good for you as its high in anti oxidants which help to prevent damage to your cells, which can lead to certain types of cancers and heart diseases. Chocolate which is healthy AND good for you, who would have thought?

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Testimonials

‘’What makes Wilderness so special isn’t just the stunning location.It’s the people.Every member of the team genuinely cares about creating an unforgettable experience, and their passion shines through in everything they do.’’Maggie & Matt June 2026
Caroline & Joseph
We cannot thank everybody at The Wilderness enough for all their hard work, continued support and always going the extra mile to ensure we had our dream wedding. When we looked round the venue in summer 2022 with Anna and we knew it was the venue for us and booked it! (Over 2 years in advance!)

Jen & Adam
We knew the team were great and the whole process to get to the big day has been personal and seamless - but it’s not until you’re in the midst of it all, that you realise just quite how unbelievable you all are.
Leila & Stephen
We and all of our guests were completely blown away by the experience. We had so many people tell us that this was the best wedding we've been to - that the venue was so unique, the service was stellar, and the entire day went off so smoothly.
Amanda & James
Ah thank you SO much!!! It was such a wonderful day, we can't thank you all enough for making it such a magical experience for us and our guests - everyone was so impressed with the venue.
Lizzy & LukeBride & Groom
We had the most incredible time and all of our guests are still saying how amazing the venue is!!! We've had so many people say they've never been anywhere like it!
Isabel & JoshBride & Groom
Thank you so much, we would definitely love to come back to see you guys one day!!Thank you again for everything, will never be able to thank you enough!!
Rachel & BenBride & Groom
Both ourselves and our guests had the time of our lives, and many have since requested to pass on their thanks to the team, in particular Jessica, who went above and beyond for each and every one of our wedding guests.
Holly & HarryBride & Groom
It was such an amazing day - Jessica and Lizzy were amazing from start to finish. Both Monika and I had such a brilliant time, we want to relive it all again! Huge thank you to you as well for all your help with everything!
Monica & MikeBride & Groom
Huge Thankyou for everything! We had the best day ever and so did all our guests.
Holly & RobBride & Groom
You were amazing - so organised, calm and professional even in the rain and our day ran absolutely seamlessly even though we were running quite a bit over time! Thanks so much for getting all our requests in there.
Rebecca & MikeBride & Groom
Thank you so much to you and the team. Our day was absolutely perfect and everyone had such a great time.
Sarah & AndyBride & Groom
Thank you all so much. You really made it feel extra special and personal. Everyone loved the venue and said it matched our personalities.
Evie & SamBride & Groom
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