Woodland Wedding &
Handfasting Venue in Kent

A couple dressed in wedding attire sitting on a vintage sofa outdoors, holding a bouquet of flowers. A large dog is lying in front of them on a rug, in front of a camping tent.

The Oak Grove offers a truly unique venue for a rural marriage, blessing or handfasting ceremony.

Our summer-only, eco-friendly woodland glade provides the perfect blend of natural beauty and luxury comfort.

By offering only 18 dates per year (May-September), we give you exclusivity and a relaxed festival experience, while still offering all the luxury and personal touches you could want for your celebration.

Book your viewing with us today. We can’t wait to meet you!

Call: 01634 944297 | email: mail@theoakgrove.uk

Last Date 2026

🤍 Due to a recent change in circumstances, we have unexpectedly had a wedding date for 26th September 2026 become available at short notice.

If you have been dreaming of a woodland wedding sooner than expected, this could be a rare opportunity to celebrate surrounded by nature, warmth and the people you love most.

For availability and information, please get in touch with our team directly.

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Say I Do, Your Way in 2027/2028

We specialise in relaxed, nature-immersed weddings and handfasting ceremonies, with a focus on sustainability, creativity and genuine self-expression.

Our ethos centres around inclusivity, eco-conscious practices and creating a safe, welcoming environment where all couples can celebrate in a way that truly reflects who they are.

An outdoor scene with large tents illuminated by string lights, set among trees during sunset or dusk, with a cozy and festive atmosphere.

We offer exclusive 3-day venue hire as standard, with luxury inclusions, including the use of our two bar areas, woodland kitchen for your caterers, free parking, dining and relaxed furniture, fire pits (with fuel), a children’s play area, a dance floor, tableware and crockery, a cake stand, indoor and outdoor lighting, and decor.

With capacity for up to 134 day guests and 160 evening guests

All this for only £9,850 (18 dates per year - Saturday Only - May to September)

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Visits & Viewings

We’d love to welcome you to the venue in person. To experience the woodland glade, the stretch tents and all the details for yourself, contact us to arrange a Sunday viewing by appointment.

Once booked, you’ll receive two exclusive open visits to revisit the site and finalise your vision with our team.

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Exceptional Value & No Stress

At The Oak Grove, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between luxury and laid-back charm. Our woodland venue lets you enjoy the relaxed outdoor wedding you’ve always dreamed of, with every detail beautifully taken care of.

When you book with us, you’ll enjoy exclusive use of the entire woodland site for three full days, giving you complete privacy and time to make the space your own. With only one wedding per week, your celebration gets our full attention — no rush, no stress, just your day done your way.

Set within ancient oak trees, our three elegantly lit stretch tents create a stunning, sheltered space for dining, dancing, and celebrating, whatever the weather. Every corner of The Oak Grove has been designed to blend comfort, style, and sustainability in perfect harmony.

  • Three-day exclusive venue hire – luxury touches throughout, with time to set up, celebrate, and unwind.

  • Three elegant stretch tents, beautifully lit and styled for dining, dancing, and evening celebrations.

  • A fully equipped woodland kitchen area for your caterers.

  • Two bars – a main licensed bar and a covered outdoor cocktail bar beneath the trees.

  • Horse-box style toilet facilities, with baby changing and full disabled access (no portaloos here!).

  • Ample on-site parking, making arrival simple and stress-free.

  • A dedicated wedding coordinator, supporting you from your first visit through to your last dance.

  • Fully staffed (Bar, Day and Night Manager & General Staff) who are fully trained and available all day. Please note that caterers must supply their own waiting staff for serving, or please contact us if additional staff is required.

  • Capacity for up to 134 day guests and 160 evening guests (larger numbers by arrangement).

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Follow our story

Are you looking for a more intimate wedding venue for smaller celebrations?

A bride and groom standing on a dock next to a boat, with several other boats in the background and wildflowers in the foreground.

Docked next to The Oak Grove is Leven Is Strijd, a Waterside Wedding and Intimate Dining Venue.

The ‘Leven Is Strijd’ (Life is a struggle) is a 29-meter Dutch Barge and stretch tent venue. Fully reavanted with luxury details throughout and an art deco bar, it offers an intimate setting for up to 28 guests.

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