Yours for nearly 48 hours
The Buttery & Glasshouse
A Kent wedding venue with exclusive access
The Buttery & Glasshouse offers a beautifully unique glasshouse and barn wedding venue in Kent, with exclusive access from the day before to the morning after your wedding. You can style, celebrate and stay, all in one place.
An Exclusive-Use
Wedding Venue in Kent
With time to make it yours
The Buttery & Glasshouse is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Kent, combining a 16th-century barn with a light-filled glasshouse, boutique bedrooms, and a truly personal experience, all just 40 minutes from London.
With nearly 48-hour access, our Signature Set-up Day gives you the time to style the venue exactly how you want it, without stress or rush.
Whether you're looking for a barn wedding venue in Kent or a glasshouse space with effortless flow, The Buttery & Glasshouse offers the kind of flexibility and charm that’s hard to find, and even harder to leave.
The Glasshouse
For breathtakingly wedding
breakfast receptions
In the unique courtyard at the rear of The Bull Hotel you will find The Glasshouse, a 126m2 sleek glass structure purposely designed for wedding receptions.
Expect to see a spectacular, retractable domed roof, south facing sliding glass doors to catch the sun - a space flooded with natural light. It is an elegant, modern wedding venue full of sleek glass and cool metallics.
The Buttery
Facing The Glasshouse, sits the historic and timeless Buttery
It is in The Buttery where memorable wedding ceremonies take place followed by the wedding breakfast in The Glasshouse.
Originally, the 16th century oak-beamed barn was used as a large pantry to stock food, butts of beer and wine for the hotel.
Built using traditional methods and materials such as bricks, mortar, wood and stones, the barn-style Buttery is in perfect harmony with The Glasshouse and the final result is an awe-inspiring wedding venue in a unique Kentish courtyard.
The Terrace
For outdoor ceremonies and guest entertainment
The Terrace offers a distinctive setting for alfresco ceremonies or elegant outdoor entertaining. Framed by an ancient stone wall and softened by lush greenery, it’s ideal for exchanging vows beneath the open sky or enjoying drinks and canapés among garden sofas.
Flowing between The Buttery and The Glasshouse, The Terrace features sleek, sustainable flooring that connects the indoor and outdoor spaces with ease. From dramatic entrances to golden-hour photos and relaxed evenings under the stars, it’s a space full of possibility.
Signature Set-up Day
All yours, all under one roof and never rushed
Couples love the freedom that comes with our Signature Set-up Day with access from 3pm the day before your wedding until 10:30am the next morning.
It means more time to make the space your own, more ease on the day itself, and no need to rush off straight after the last dance.
After the celebrations, your honeymoon suite is just a few steps away, a space to unwind and sink into crisp, king-size linen.
The following morning, enjoy a Full English breakfast, gather your things at your own pace, and say goodbye without rush.
Five Times
Award-Winner
A winner, like no other
The Buttery & Glasshouse is five times winner of the Kent Wedding Award: twice Boutique Venue, Wow Factor Venue, Wedding Team and Wedding Venue of the year.
We’re also proud to be four-time consecutive winners of the Hitched Wedding Award, an honour given only to venues with consistent 5-star reviews from couples throughout the year.
We are so grateful to our dedicated team for their commitment to delivering one of the best wedding experiences in Kent, and indeed, in England.
Boutique Accommodation
Our boutique en-suite rooms blend old-world charm with contemporary comfort. Each room is individually styled with Laura Ashley furnishings and elegant touches, reflecting the building’s heritage while offering modern luxuries , from plush linens to quality toiletries.
The spacious Bridal Suite is reserved for the couple on their wedding night, offering a serene space to get ready with loved ones and unwind after the celebrations.
For guests, there’s nothing quite like the ease of staying on-site, no taxis, no curfews, just a short stroll upstairs. In the morning, everyone gathers again to share stories over a cooked-to-order full English breakfast, the perfect end to a memorable occasion.
The Pamper Room
No need to travel between locations, the Pamper Room offers a spacious and serene environment just steps from the ceremony space.
It provides the bridal party with a dedicated place to relax, get ready, and enjoy the morning together. With everything in one place, the focus stays on calm moments, shared excitement, and a beautifully stress-free start to the day.
With elegant mirrors, large sitting area, ensuite bath & shower room, and space for everyone to get ready together, it’s perfect for hair, makeup, laughter, and a toast before the walk down the aisle.
The Indulgent Wedding Package
We offer a selection of thoughtfully curated wedding packages designed to suit a range of dreams and budgets.
Our most popular option, The Indulgent, includes everything you’d expect from a classic English wedding in all its splendour, from the ceremony and wedding breakfast to an unforgettable evening celebration with additional guests.
Discover all the details and features of The Indulgent Wedding Package and see why it’s a favourite among our couples.
Food & Drink
In-house catering
Food & drink is one of our biggest passions.
We are immensely proud our award-winning quality wedding food. We embrace local suppliers and seasonal flavour within our outstanding wedding breakfast menu and for those looking for a more relaxed, informal affair, we offer a unique signature smokehouse feast alternative.
Every single dish is cooked in our kitchen, from scratch, by our own team of talented chefs.
Visit Us
Tour the venue
You are most welcome to arrange a viewing at any time. The coordinators will love to show you The Buttery & Glasshouse, the hotel rooms and the whole venue. It is also a great opportunity to discuss your plans and budget for your wedding and check if you favourite date is available.
Can't wait?
We look forward to hearing from you!
There’s something about getting married in a quintessentially English inn that oozes indulgence.
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Edward Solly Photography
Tour the venue
You are most welcome to arrange a viewing at any time. The coordinators will love to show you The Buttery & Glasshouse, the hotel rooms and the whole venue. It is also a great opportunity to discuss your plans and budget for your wedding and check if you favourite date is available.