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The Old Kent Barn
An exclusive-use barn wedding venue in the Kent countryside.
Exclusive-use Kent barn wedding venue
Two dressing rooms for wedding morning preparations
On-site wedding accommodation for up to 16 guests
Dedicated wedding planning and on-the-day coordination
Landscaped gardens with licensed outdoor ceremonies
Wedding menu tasting experience with our in-house chefs
Business details last verified on 10th of November 2026 by The Old Kent Barn.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £13,000
Price Range: £8,500 - £24,500
Capacity
Ceremony: 150
Standing: 250
Seated Meal: 150
Accommodation
Sleeps: 16
About The Old Kent Barn
The Old Kent Barn is located a short drive from the coastal town of Folkestone and historic city of Canterbury, surrounded by rural Kent countryside. Offering exclusive use of two barns and landscaped grounds, the venue combines light, airy spaces with a dedicated wedding team and a high attention to detail.
Clear Pricing
The Old Kent Barn is on a mission to demystify wedding pricing. With transparent pricing and online wedding calculators, couples can explore venue hire, menus and drinks options upfront, with no hidden charges.
Full Support
From enquiry to departure, the dedicated TOKB team is there every step of the way. Couples have exclusive access to an online planning portal, with user-friendly planners, a library of resources and financial planning tools.
On the wedding day, the team takes care of the arrangements, allowing couples to enjoy the celebrations with family and friends.
Space & Style
The versatile, open-plan New Barn is light and airy, offering couples the freedom to bring their chosen style to life. Outside, landscaped gardens and surrounding Kent farmland provide space for guests to enjoy throughout the day.
Dining at The Old Kent Barn
With restaurant-quality standards and a calm, precise service, the in-house kitchen offers menus to suit different wedding styles, from seated dining to more relaxed celebrations.
The TOKB Experience
Whether couples are planning laid-back or lively celebrations, The Old Kent Barn offers a personal approach to weddings, with a dedicated team supporting every stage of the experience.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Hindu (Fire ceremony permitted)
Interfaith / Multicultural
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Village
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Outdoor / Garden
Suitable for Asian Weddings
Suitable for Jewish Weddings
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Bridal Dressing Room
Dog friendly
Good Disabled Access
Inhouse Toastmaster
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Halal
Vegan
Area
Area of Outstanding Beauty
Champions of
LGBTQIA+ Weddings
Sustainability
Special Guides for Brides Offers
Calling all Spring 2027 Couples
Instructions
Our remaining March 2027 dates include 20% off venue hire, with an example Sunday or midweek wedding from £7,702 for 50 daytime and 70 evening guests, including exclusive use, daytime dining and evening food. And a little more good news! We’ve now extended our 20% venue hire reduction to April 2027. No two weddings are the same. Adjust your menus or guest numbers, or add drinks and canapés. Message the team to explore our remaining dates and create your own tailored estimate.
Terms and conditions
Offer applies to selected remaining wedding dates in March and April 2027, subject to availability. The 20% reduction applies to venue hire only. No minimum daytime guest requirement applies to March and April weddings.
Twilight Weddings from £7,165
Instructions
We love the romance of Twilight weddings, the sun setting as you take your vows, twinkling lights around the barn and grounds. Hosted mid-week (Monday - Wednesday) throughout January - April and September - December, with inclusive packages from £7,165. To receive our Twilight Wedding Guide, including more information and sample pricing, simply send a message through Guides for Brides requesting Twilight Wedding information.
Terms and conditions
Twilight Wedding packages start from £7,165, subject to your chosen year, guest numbers and package options. Available on Monday to Wednesday dates throughout January to April and September to December. Package inclusions and minimum guest requirements vary depending on whether you choose Twilight by Day or Twilight by Night.
Check Your Date
Contact & Location
The Old Kent Barn
Smersole Farm, Swingfield, Swingfield, CT15 7HF, Kent, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes! The Old Kent Barn is an exclusive-use wedding venue, so the barns and gardens are yours to enjoy with your guests.
Absolutely! The Old Kent Barn is licensed for both indoor and outdoor civil wedding ceremonies.
At The Old Kent Barn, we don't offer corkage as an option for weddings. There's a fully stocked in-house bar, and you're welcome to pre-order drinks for your wedding day. The bar is also open from guest arrival, with the option of setting up a prepaid tab or paying by cash or card. There's a lovely selection to choose from, including local Kent favourites such as Chapel Down, Gusbourne and Simpsons.
There's an in-house kitchen team led by Head Chef James, with plenty of dining options to choose from, including 3 course menus and more relaxed BBQs. For weddings with specific cultural catering requirements, we're also happy to explore the possibility of external caterers.
One less thing to think about. At The Old Kent Barn, the team takes care of setting everything up for you. You'll have a décor drop before your wedding to bring along decorations, stationery, suits, dresses and anything else you've prepared, with a handy checklist to help. On the wedding morning, the team sets up the dressing rooms and barn, leaving you free to enjoy time with loved ones. You'll still get to see everything and make any final tweaks.
The celebrations can continue until 11:30pm, when the music and bar finish, with the venue closing at midnight. Live bands are also very welcome at The Old Kent Barn! There's a sound limiter set at 100dB.
Fireworks aren't permitted at The Old Kent Barn, but sparklers are very welcome and make for some lovely evening photographs! The gardens are also beautifully illuminated after dark, creating a lovely backdrop for evening photos.
Biodegradable confetti is welcome, with plenty of opportunities for those all-important confetti moments throughout your day, from your ceremony and wedding breakfast entrance to your first dance and group photographs.
Candles are welcome at The Old Kent Barn. We just ask that any real flames are safely enclosed in suitable candle holders for everyone's safety. LED candles are a lovely alternative too.
The Old Kent Barn offers five guest bedrooms within the historic 250-year-old Old Barn, sleeping up to 16 guests. This includes the Oak Suite for the newlyweds, which is complimentary with Full Wedding Day bookings. The additional bedrooms are available for family and friends to stay overnight, with breakfast served the following morning with a personal chef.
Absolutely! The Old Kent Barn is situated between Folkestone and Canterbury, with plenty of accommodation options nearby, from countryside B&Bs to boutique hotels and larger hotel chains, many within a 5–15 minute drive. There's also a handy Guest Guide to share with your guests, covering local accommodation, taxis, directions, car charging and things to see and do in the area.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Sustainability is an ongoing journey at The Old Kent Barn, with considered changes being made across different areas of the venue. From paperless marketing and kitchen recycling to solar panels, LED lighting and electric vehicle charging points, the team continues to look for ways to reduce environmental impact. Across the grounds, perennial planting, mulching and growing produce are also part of the approach to caring for the gardens. There's still plenty to learn and improve. By connecting with sustainability professionals and exploring new opportunities, The Old Kent Barn is committed to making positive changes as the venue continues to develop.
Commitment to LGBTQIA+ Couples
At The Old Kent Barn, love is love, and every couple deserves a wedding day that feels like theirs. The team proudly welcomes LGBTQIA+ couples, with inclusive planning resources and a personal approach to every celebration. Whether couples choose to get ready together or separately, walk down the aisle side by side or make individual entrances, the team is there to support their choices throughout the day. It's about celebrating each couple's commitment to one another, surrounded by the people who matter most. For a glimpse into a real LGBTQIA+ wedding at The Old Kent Barn, explore the Proudly Pride blog, featuring Claire and Mabel's wedding day.
Why Couples Recommend The Old Kent Barn
Based on reviews from previous customers, The Old Kent Barn is consistently praised for its exceptional staff and stress-free wedding experience. Couples frequently highlight the entire team's professionalism, attentiveness, and warmth, noting that nothing is ever too much trouble and they consistently go above and beyond. The dedicated wedding coordinators are particularly commended for ensuring the day runs seamlessly, allowing couples to relax and enjoy every moment. The planning process itself is described as smooth and well-organised from the very beginning, aided by excellent communication and a helpful online portal. The venue and its grounds are repeatedly described as stunning, immaculate, and beautiful, creating a magical fairytale setting for the celebration. The food receives outstanding feedback, with many guests remarking that it was some of the best they have ever had at a wedding. Overall, the reviews paint a picture of a flawless and perfectly executed wedding day, where every detail is taken care of by an incredible team in a gorgeous location.
Customer Reviews
41 reviews
From The Team
The TOKB Family
The Wedding Team
Hello from The Old Kent Barn! For over 250 years, the barn has stood in the Kent countryside, and since 2005 it’s been a family-owned barn wedding venue. Directors Will and Claire were the very first couple to say “I do” here. We’re a close-knit team, most of us here for over a decade. Every couple brings their own ideas and personalities, and getting to know what makes each wedding day feel like theirs is what we love most. After 20 years, it’s still a real privilege to be part of it.
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