A truly unique wedding reception venue

Your wedding reception is a truly special event to be treasured and remembered forever; what better way to spend it than sailing through the beautiful Kent countryside with a glass of bubbly in your hand, with all your friends and family around you.

The Kentish Lady is a delightful and totally unique venue for your wedding reception, starting at the Archbishop's Palace in Maidstone town centre we have a potential sailing area between, Maidstone, Allington Lock and Teston taking in the beautiful Kent countryside at every point. (Subject to river and weather conditions)

You can relax knowing that the Kentish Lady team will do everything to make your time with us as memorable and fun filled as possible, to make your special event more memorable we can arrange buffet food, decorations to your requirements, provide welcome drinks and we also have a resident DJ should you wish to dance the night away, alternatively if you wish to have a specific themed event or bring on your own entertainer we would be happy to work with you and your supplier to facilitate your requirements.

* As we are reliant on river, weather conditions and access to certain parts of the river we advise you to check with our office prior to your visit if you have concerns over your event and or route, please note that the route can be altered during your trip without prior notice and at the skippers discretion**

Our standard packages -

• 3 or 4 hour evening hire of our boat (alternative durations available)
• Cruise along the river between Maidstone, Allington & Teston (subject to your hire duration & river conditions)
• Complimentary Bucks Fizz reception drinks or fresh Orange Juice for you and your guests (1 glass per person)
• Complimentary tea & coffee throughout your cruise
• Interior decorations to your colour scheme
• External decorations on bow and stern of vessel
• Cake knife and slice
• Dedicated table for your presents and cards
• Use of wedding card post box
• Fully licensed bar facility

3 hour package from only

£1,395

4 hour package from only

£1,595

Licensed bar on board - Our bar prices are similar to pub prices

Our well stocked licensed bar serves a wide variety of drinks, including wine, spirits, draught and bottled beers, soft drinks, hot beverages and cold snacks.

At Additional Cost -

Welcome drinks for your guests:

Prosecco - £120.00

Price per 6 bottles/36 glasses

DJ
Professional DJ to play music of your choice
£250.00

CD's
Play your CD's or MP3 through our sound system
£50.00

Buffet Choices

We work with our caterers, Sweet & Savourful, who can provide a wide selection of buffet options to suit your budget. If you would prefer to use your own caterer, we can accommodate this too.

Buffet Menu 1

Buffet Menu 2

Buffet Saver Menu

Booking

Please call Linda on 01622 753740 to ensure your required date is available prior to submitting your booking form.

Click here to download our Wedding Reception Terms and Conditions.

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