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Hempstead House Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Bapchild, United Kingdom, hosting 150 at dinner and 200 standing.

Hempstead House Hotel

BapchildEngland, United Kingdom

Hempstead House Hotel is a historic property in Bapchild, Kent, with 35 guest rooms, mature gardens and an indoor pool.

Guests
150 at dinner200 standing
Rooms
35 rooms
Cost
£9,800 to £11,100as a package
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
LGW

About the venue

Hempstead House Hotel is a historic property in Bapchild, Kent, with 35 guest rooms, mature gardens and an indoor pool.

Licensed for legal ceremonies on site, the venue seats up to 150 for a ceremony or seated dinner and holds 200 standing, with a ballroom, banquet hall and conference space to work with.

Outdoor ceremonies are possible with an indoor backup option, and in-house catering, a bar and dance space keep the whole day in one place.

Wedding packages run from GBP 9,800 to GBP 11,100, with off-season pricing from GBP 8,600 to GBP 10,100, covering rooms, breakfast, ceremony and reception space, catering, drinks, furniture and an on-site coordinator.

  • 35 guest rooms, including The Ashby Suite and Deluxe Rooms sleeping up to 4
  • Seats 150 for the ceremony and seated dining; 200 standing
  • Legal ceremonies on site, outdoors or indoors with a backup space
  • Packages from GBP 9,800 to GBP 11,100, or GBP 8,600 to GBP 10,100 off-season

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
150 guests
Standing reception
200 guests
Ceremony, seated
150 guests

Staying over

Rooms
35 rooms
Room types
5 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes

House rules

Exclusive use required
No

Getting there

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Nearest airport
LGW
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

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What is included in the wedding package price?
Packages include rooms, breakfast, ceremony space, reception space, catering, drinks, furniture and a coordinator. Pricing is GBP 9,800 to GBP 11,100, and GBP 8,600 to GBP 10,100 in the off-season.
Can we legally marry at the venue?
Yes. Legal ceremonies can be held on site, with outdoor ceremony options and an indoor backup space available.
How many guests can the venue hold?
Up to 150 seated for the ceremony and 150 for seated dining, or 200 standing.
Is exclusive use required?
No, exclusive use is not required, though a full buyout of the hotel is available if you want it.
Which airport is closest and how do we get in touch?
The nearest listed airport is London Gatwick (LGW). Contact Danny Bunce, Wedding Co-ordinator, on +44 1795 428020 or at info@hempsteadhouse.co.uk.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 150 guests

    “With seating for up to 150 guests, the suite can be divided into 3 sections to accommodate smaller numbers.”
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  • Standing reception: 200 guests

    “Reception: Host an unforgettable celebration with up to 200 guests, sharing in your happiness.”
    Read the source for standing reception

  • Ceremony, seated: 150 guests

    “The Heritage Suite is accessed through the grand entrance and is licensed for civil ceremonies, seating up to 150.”
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  • Rooms: 35 rooms

    “Choose from 35 individually designed luxury en-suite bedrooms, perfect for your family and friends.”
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  • Room types: 5 listed

    “Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “We offer exclusive-use packages for couples who would like complete privacy for their wedding.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Yes, we are licensed for civil ceremonies and offer a variety of rooms for both the ceremony and reception.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “For couples planning an outdoor ceremony or romantic garden portraits, October offers the perfect backdrop.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “Even if the weather turns, the interiors of our country house are just as captivating — elegant spaces with tall windows, roaring fires, and a quiet, understated grandeur that suits the occasion beautifully.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our chefs take full advantage of the season’s ingredients — from orchard fruits and root vegetables to slow-cooked meats and rich, comforting desserts.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “There is a large dance floor area with plenty of space for live music or entertainment and The Coach House Bar provides a grand entrance area and spacious bar.”
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  • Price: £9,800 to £11,100 as a package

    “May to September Friday & Saturdays: £11,100 - Minimum 60 Adult Guests Sunday to Thursday: £9,800 - Minimum 50 Adult Guests (£105pp additional adult guests) (£25pp additional evening guests) Children U4 £12.50 U16 £48.00pp”
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  • Off-season price: £8,600 to £10,100 as a package

    “October to April Friday & Saturdays: £10,100 - Minimum 60 Adult Guests Sunday to Thursday: £8,600- Minimum 50 Adult Guests (£90pp additional adult guests) (£20pp additional evening guests) Children U12 £10.50ppp U16 £45.00pp”
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  • Included: Rooms, breakfast, ceremony space, reception space, catering, drinks, a coordinator and furniture

    “Our Wedding packages are perfect for your special day with personalised packages available upon request to meet your requirements with our Wedding Co-Ordinator.”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “We offer exclusive-use packages for couples who would like complete privacy for their wedding.”
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  • Nearest airport: LGW

    “LGW”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Yes. Free on-site parking is available for guests.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “The Ashby Suite is suitable for wheelchair access and guests with disabilities.”
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  • Event spaces: Conference space, ballroom and banquet hall

    “Conference space”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Yes, we are licensed for civil ceremonies and offer a variety of rooms for both the ceremony and reception.”
    Read the source for reception indoors

  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “There is a large dance floor area with plenty of space for live music or entertainment and The Coach House Bar provides a grand entrance area and spacious bar.”
    Read the source for space for dancing

  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Designed to offer a calming escape from the pace of everyday life, the spa includes a heated swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, fitness studio and treatment rooms offering a range of soothing therapies.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Set within four acres of landscaped gardens and surrounded by countryside, the hotel provides a relaxed yet refined backdrop for weddings of all styles and sizes.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Hempstead House Hotel & Spa is an elegant Victorian country house crowned Kent's Best Traditional Wedding Venue 2026 at The Kent Wedding Awards, offering a beautiful setting, experienced planning support, and an all-in-one approach to your special day.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Working closely with our dedicated wedding planner, each celebration is carefully tailored to reflect you as a couple.”
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£9,800 to £11,100as a package

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