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A very warm welcome to The Friars, Aylesford. We are delighted that you are considering us as the reception venue for your special day. We have two main options for your wedding reception which are, The Pilgrims’ Hall Package, or hiring the North Barn on a self-catering basis. The Friars offers a truly breath-taking location and you will be amazed at its beautiful surroundings, the perfect backdrop for wedding photos which can be taken in the Courtyard and other areas of the grounds, detailed further in the brochure.
At the Friars we strongly believe that there is no set formula for your wedding reception, and we pride ourselves in our flexibility and ability to deliver the day of your dreams from the moment you book, right up until the last moments of your magical day. We will take time and pay attention to your individual tastes and requirements, and will be on hand with every step of the planning to offer reassurance, inspiration and special tips to ensure a relaxed and smooth running wedding reception for all.
For our all-inclusive Pilgrims' Hall Package couples will have exclusive use of our stunning 13th Century Pilgrims’ Hall which is the oldest building here at The Friars. You will also have use of our historic North Barn to hold your evening reception. As food is one of the main highlights of a successful wedding, all our menus are tailor-made to suit your requirements. Your guests will enjoy a sumptuous wedding breakfast prepared on site by our Head Chef and their loyal team. The happy couple will be offered a discount on their bedroom, in our guesthouse that holds up to 120 guests should they choose to stay here for Bed and Breakfast. There is ample free parking on site for all guests and both the Pilgrims’ Hall and North Barn are within walking distance of each other.
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Reviews (16)
- AAshley & Rebecca06/01/2026A perfect Christmas wedding A perfect Christmas weddingFrom the very start right from the wedding fair at friars we knew that was the venue for us, we met Kirsty who was our wedding planner and the events coordinator there who made everything seamless. The communication is fantastic and their ability to cater to what you in visage and make your vision come to life is amazing, all the staff are so lovely and if you are getting married within aylesford church just a short walk from the friars it really does give you a community of people while planning your perfect day. On the day we had pilgrims hall for our wedding breakfast the food was amazing all the staff went above and beyond, the hall was magically decorated and Kirsty was on hand throughout the day right till the very evening! We had the north barn for reception which has beautiful fairy lights up above and again we could decorate in our own way it was the perfect space! A big thank you to all the staff at the friars who made the day perfect and for all the hard work everyone put in if I could give more stars I would 100% recommended and as for photography we went with Tara hook photography who has worked with Kirsty on many occasions and knows the friars well also. From the very start right from the wedding fair at friars we knew that was the venue for us, we met Kirsty who was our wedding planner and the events coordinator there who made everything seamless. The communication is fantastic and their ability to cater to what you in visage and make your vision come to life is amazing, all the staff are so lovely and if you are getting married within aylesford church just a short walk from the friars it really does give you a community of people while planning your perfect day. On the day we had pilgrims hall for our wedding breakfast the food was amazing all the staff went above and beyond, the hall was magically decorated and Kirsty was on hand throughout the day right till the very evening! We had the north barn for reception which has beautiful fairy lights up above and again we could decorate in our own way it was the perfect space! A big thank you to all the staff at the friars who made the day perfect and for all the hard work everyone put in if I could give more stars I would 100% recommended and as for photography we went with Tara hook photography who has worked with Kirsty on many occasions and knows the friars well also.
- MMarthe andAntoine Danzin24/10/2023The place is really lovely The place is really lovelyWe went there once on a sunny Sunday. The place is really lovely the building are nicely done the pond and the meadow are a perfect picnic spot. Time seems to stop over there. We really liked it. We went there once on a sunny Sunday. The place is really lovely the building are nicely done the pond and the meadow are a perfect picnic spot. Time seems to stop over there. We really liked it.
- RRicky Gower24/10/2023pretty viewspretty viewswalk around with some pretty views. The trees and the duck pond was a nice setting for the old buildings.walk around with some pretty views. The trees and the duck pond was a nice setting for the old buildings.
- FFrank Prior24/10/2023What a truly lovely experienceWhat a truly lovely experienceWhat a truly lovely experience. Peaceful and tranquil with a fantastic little tea room.What a truly lovely experience. Peaceful and tranquil with a fantastic little tea room.
- SSandra Lopez24/10/2023friendly stafffriendly staffA beautiful peaceful place with an adorable thatched roof tea room, with really helpful and friendly staff, definitely recommend going here.A beautiful peaceful place with an adorable thatched roof tea room, with really helpful and friendly staff, definitely recommend going here.
- RRalphy illeffects24/10/2023lots of history therelots of history thereReally nice place to walk round or just if you want to chill out. The priory itself is incredible, lots of history there. You can also do pottery classes here. There's two tea rooms and a gift shop.Really nice place to walk round or just if you want to chill out. The priory itself is incredible, lots of history there. You can also do pottery classes here. There's two tea rooms and a gift shop.
- AAlistair Harrison24/10/2023lovely gardenslovely gardensA nice quiet peaceful place, lovely gardens. A great place to get lost in your thoughts and be at peace.A nice quiet peaceful place, lovely gardens. A great place to get lost in your thoughts and be at peace.
- JJulie Byron24/10/2023Beautiful !Beautiful !Beautiful place to visit so peaceful and tranquil, lovely gardens,also great tearoom Beautiful place to visit so peaceful and tranquil, lovely gardens,also great tearoom
- MMr and Mrs Saker24/10/2023We had an amazing day We had an amazing dayWe had an amazing day and it was exactly what we wanted, very relaxed and chilled out. We had a lot of compliments with regards to the venue and how pretty and fitting to our style it was. I really hope you do decide to keep it as a function space, there are not many places where you can have a wedding how you want these days, so many places are packaged up.We had an amazing day and it was exactly what we wanted, very relaxed and chilled out. We had a lot of compliments with regards to the venue and how pretty and fitting to our style it was. I really hope you do decide to keep it as a function space, there are not many places where you can have a wedding how you want these days, so many places are packaged up.
- EElaine Briggs24/10/2023very enjoyablevery enjoyablePeaceful walk around a lovely building and gardens.A wander around here with the pond and ducks is very enjoyable. Lovely little tea room too Peaceful walk around a lovely building and gardens.A wander around here with the pond and ducks is very enjoyable. Lovely little tea room too
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What are the wedding reception package options available at The Friars Aylesford?
The Friars offers two main wedding reception options:
- The Pilgrims’ Hall Package
- Hiring the North Barn on a self-catering basis
Each package caters to different preferences and styles, ensuring flexibility for your special day.
Where is The Friars Aylesford located?
The Friars is located in ME20 7BX, Aylesford, Kent, England, GB. Its beautiful surroundings make it a perfect venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions. We're close to the M20 and A229 and A228 connecting to the M2.
What makes The Friars a unique wedding venue?
The Friars boasts a breath-taking location with stunning historic buildings such as the 13th Century Pilgrims’ Hall and the North Barn. The picturesque Courtyard and grounds offer perfect backdrops for wedding photography, creating memorable experiences.
Can we tailor the wedding menu to suit our preferences at The Friars?
Yes, all menus at The Friars are tailor-made according to your requirements. The Head Chef and their team prepare a sumptuous wedding breakfast on-site, ensuring high-quality and personalised dining for you and your guests.
Is exclusive use of the venue available during the wedding?
For couples opting for the all-inclusive Pilgrims’ Hall Package, exclusive use of the stunning 13th Century Pilgrims’ Hall is provided. Additionally, the historic North Barn is available for your evening reception, ensuring privacy and exclusivity.
Does The Friars provide support during wedding planning?
The Friars prides itself on flexibility and personalised service. From booking until the last moments of your wedding day, the team offers reassurance, inspiration, and special tips to ensure your wedding reception runs smoothly and meets your tastes and requirements.
Is accommodation available for wedding guests at The Friars?
Yes, The Friars has a guesthouse that can accommodate up to 120 guests on a bed and breakfast basis. The happy couple is offered a discount on their bedroom, making it convenient to stay on-site.
What parking facilities are available for wedding guests?
The venue provides ample free parking on-site for all guests, offering easy and convenient access to both the Pilgrims’ Hall and North Barn, which are within walking distance of each other.
Can we hold both the wedding ceremony and the reception at The Friars?
The Friars is a reception only venue, due to it's location no ceremonies of any type are able to happen onsite. We can recommend suitable ceremony venues locally.
Are there any special features or areas at The Friars suitable for wedding photography?
Yes, The Friars offers numerous picturesque areas, including the Courtyard and the beautiful grounds, providing stunning backdrops that are perfect for creating memorable wedding photographs.