Lympne Castle is a magnificent 13th-century Norman castle perched on the edge of the Kent Downs, offering breathtaking panoramic views across Romney Marsh to the English Channel. This historic venue provides an enchanting setting for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations with its medieval great hall, intimate ceremony rooms, and beautiful gardens. The castle combines authentic historical character with modern facilities, accommodating up to 120 guests for dining and larger numbers for receptions. Its unique location provides guests with an unforgettable experience steeped in nearly 800 years of English history, while offering professional event coordination and catering services to ensure memorable occasions.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hall | 80 | — | 30 | 40 | 25 | — | 100 |
| Drawing Room | 25 | — | 16 | 18 | 12 | — | 30 |
| Castle Gardens | 120 | — | — | — | — | — | 150 |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Wedding packages from £2,500 including venue hire. Corporate event rates available on request. Prices vary by season and day of week.
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Castle Hill, Lympne, Hythe, CT21 4LQ, United Kingdom
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Lympne Castle is a verified historic castle venue in Hythe, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £650. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Networking, Accessibility. Verified on-site: food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, receptions and networking events, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 120 guests for dining, 150 for receptions
Basic AV equipment available, additional equipment can be hired
Approved caterers list available, full service catering options
On-site parking available for approximately 50 vehicles
Lympne Castle is a magnificent 13th-century Norman castle perched on the edge of the Kent Downs, offering breathtaking panoramic views across Romney Marsh to the English Channel. This historic venue provides an enchanting setting for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations with its medieval great hall, intimate ceremony rooms, and beautiful gardens. The castle combines authentic historical character with modern facilities, accommodating up to 120 guests for dining and larger numbers for receptions. Its unique location provides guests with an unforgettable experience steeped in nearly 800 years of English history, while offering professional event coordination and catering services to ensure memorable occasions.
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