Juliana’s Island at Preston Court
Think Bridgerton meets Vogue.
The Ultimate Outdoor Wedding Venue in Kent
Imagine marrying on an island in the middle of a lake surrounded by your closest family and friends, against a backdrop of tumbling roses, ‘Bridgerton-esque’ gardens and birdsong.
Juliana’s Island offers one of the most romantic settings for an outdoor wedding venue in Kent, providing a stage for your vows that feels like a scene from a period drama.
Standing beneath a Regency-era pagoda to exchange your rings, with your wider party of guests seated just across the water on the lawns, watching the ceremony unfold. It is an experience of pure theatre—don’t be surprised if the horses in the fields behind start cantering along as your reception music starts!
A Romantic Location Steeped in History
This location is as historic as it is beautiful. The island is named after Juliana de Leyburne, the "Infanta of Kent," who lived at Preston Court in the 12th century when the original manor house stood on this site.
If you look carefully into the water, you can still see the remains of the small flint wall which formed part of her medieval home. Prior to Juliana, there was a Monastery here at Preston Court. These lakes were originally created as the monks’ “stew ponds,” supplying the fresh fish which they traditionally ate on Fridays.
Today, this rich heritage provides a stunning, narrative-filled backdrop for your waterside wedding ceremony.
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The Perfect Wedding Come Rain or Shine
Planning an outdoor wedding in the UK shouldn't be stressful. That is why every ceremony on Juliana’s Island comes with a built-in promise of perfection.
We always keep our magnificent 17th-century Barn ready and waiting for you. If the clouds gather, we can seamlessly transition your ceremony indoors, trading the waterside views for cathedral-like acoustics and candlelight—ensuring your wedding is magical, regardless of the weather.
A unique blend of enchanting nature and timeless beauty, found only at Preston Court.
Frequently Asked Questions about Juliana’s Island
Yes. The pagoda on the island is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing you to legally marry outdoors on the waters edge.
We have a robust wet-weather plan. The Kentish Barn is available for you as a backup location, so your ceremony can move inside to a beautiful setting instantly if needed.
The couple stands on the island under the pagoda, with the option of their closest family and friends being seated beside them on the island, while the remaining guests are seated on the main lawn across the water, providing a perfect theatrical view of the proceedings.
