FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, new for 2026 is The Hen House Bridal Prep Studio, just 5 minutes drive away. You can come in early and relax in comfort. Get your hair and make up done and get dressed in a stylish open plan barn.
Yes on a per bottle basis. The money paid on any unopened bottles will be refunded after your wedding or event.
We will share our little black book of incredible contacts, built up over the years- full of amazing suppliers for everything you could possibly desire.
Yes if there are no events taking place the day before.
Yes the beautiful St. Mildreds church which is available for Church of England wedding ceremonies.
Yes, please contact us with any special requirements.
Yes. We can provide a bespoke package with overnight glamping.
Yes. Please collect it promptly the next morning.
Very. The venue is set on eco-farm with a large nature reserve.
Yes our caterers offer fully sustainable menus. We also work with sustainable wedding dress designer Dulcima.
Yes absolutely, we all love dogs.
Loads. Please check out our ‘stays’ page for further details.
Our standard capacity of 120 day guests and 180 guests in the evening is reflected in our published Venue Hire Rates.
If you are planning for greater guest numbers, please talk to a member of our team for a bespoke quote.
Only for specific religious reasons. We work with six excellent accredited caterers.
Most couples don’t use a wedding planner, unless they are planning something of unusual scope or ambition.
You will be given our Digital Planning Documents which will help you to map out your day. We will also send you our ‘Little Black Book’ of brilliant suppliers too.
Jess Parsons, our head wedding coordinator will also meet with you to run through your day. She is a font of knowledge and will point you in the right direction should you have any questions.
Preston Court is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue near Canterbury, Kent, known for its vintage charm, working carousel, and lakeside island ceremony space.
Our event team are incredible – you only need to read our Google reviews to see this.
It’s perfect for couples searching for a romantic countryside barn wedding with a quirky, elegant twist.
We recommend booking 12–18 months ahead, especially for summer weekends. Both Preston Court and The Wilderness are highly sought-after Kent wedding venues, and dates fill quickly.
The Reality: The Carousel is included in all of our wedding package and it is the crown jewel.
Actually, it’s the opposite.
Our Moated Island ceremony is designed to be immersive. By having some of the guests seated across the water, we create a “natural amphitheater” effect.
Guests have a perfect, unobstructed view of the couple, and our high-end sound system ensures every “I do” is heard clearly. It’s consistently rated by guests as the most memorable ceremony they’ve ever attended.
The Reality: We don’t “restrict” choice; we guarantee quality.
We partner with a curated selection of Kent’s finest caterers who know our 17th-century barn’s logistics inside and out.
From formal three-course silver service to relaxed “festival style” street food, our partners offer more variety than most standalone venues. There is a big variation in menu prices to suit all pockets.
Using our partners means zero “logistical nightmares” with power, water, or timing on your day.
If you are looking for a specialist caterer for cultural or other personal reasons we will always consider them.
The Reality: While we love a bit of whimsy, our venue is a “blank canvas with character.”
We’ve hosted everything from black-tie traditional weddings to minimalist modern celebrations.
Our 12th-century Saxon church offers the height of tradition, while our Oak Barn provides a rustic warmth that suits any colour palette.
You bring the vision; we provide the soul.
Preston Court is easily accessible from London on the high speed link from St Pancras to Canterbury West train station.
This train journey takes 56 minutes. Preston Court is then 20 mins in a taxi from Canterbury.
