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The Rustic Barn
Our licensed ceremony room, where every ceremony here takes place. It still feels like you’re outside, and seats up to 120.
Valley View Alpaca Farm · Hartlip, Kent
Your countryside wedding with alpacas
Relaxed, romantic and refreshingly affordable: a rustic barn, a starlit marquee and 27 acres of Kent countryside, all yours for the day.
Weddings from £7,500 for 50 guests
- From £7,500for 50 guests
- 120 / 250day / evening guests
- Licensedfor ceremonies
- Saturdaysthroughout the summer
Why couples choose us
Everything you need for a beautiful day, at a price that’s fair
Honest, all-in pricing
Your meal, wine on the tables, a prosecco toast and the evening BBQ are all included. No hidden extras.
Your day, your way
We don’t have fixed packages. Dance to our resident DJ or bring your own DJ or band, help choose what the bar stocks, and we’ll help plan the rest around you.
Hidden in the countryside
Tucked away in the Kent green belt between Sittingbourne and Maidstone. It’s easy to reach but feels a world away.
The alpacas
Meet the alpacas
Our venue is a working alpaca farm, home to a herd of 36. Two of our friendliest girls, who love nothing more than a cuddle, usually join the celebrations to meet you and your guests.
Photos
One-of-a-kind photos with the two of you and your guests.
Ring bearers
If you’d like, the girls can carry the rings down the aisle.
Evening cuddles
After the meal they’re back, so everyone can say hello and give them a cuddle.
It’s entirely up to you whether the alpacas join your day. Afterwards they head back to the herd, and there are hand-wash stations for guests.
The venue
Five spaces, one relaxed day
Marry in our licensed barn, or join us for your reception after a ceremony elsewhere. Your day moves from barn to garden to marquee without anyone getting back in a car.
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The Grand Marquee
A starlight ceiling and dance floor, with tables, chairs, linen and glassware included. It’s where you’ll eat, make speeches and dance.
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The Gardens
Manicured gardens for canapés, drinks and photos after the ceremony, with musicians welcome to play while you mingle.
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The Bar
A fully serviced bar priced below the average pub, with a cocktail bar in the evening. We take card and cash, and you can help choose what we stock. Bringing your own alcohol isn’t permitted.
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The Bridal Suite
A private en-suite room that’s yours for both the Friday and Saturday nights, so you can get ready without rushing and stay on after the celebrations.
The order of the day
From “I do” to the last dance
- First
The ceremony
In our licensed barn, with alpaca ring bearers if you’d like.
- Then
Canapés, drinks & photos
Canapés and drinks in the gardens while you have your photos taken.
- Next
The wedding breakfast
A seated meal of hog roast and lamb with new potatoes and salad, two bottles of wine per table and prosecco for the toasts.
- After
Dessert
A buffet of desserts alongside your wedding cake.
- After the meal
Alpaca cuddles
The alpacas come back so your guests can meet them and enjoy a cuddle.
- From 7pm
The evening
Evening guests arrive and the BBQ is served. The bar and cocktail bar open and the party starts.
- Until midnight
Carriages
Music and bar until midnight. A courtesy shuttle to the nearby Travelodge runs from 10pm.
We cater for every diet and allergy. Just let us know.
Weddings from
£7,500
for 50 guests, food & wine included
£50 for each day guest over 50
£5 for each guest joining in the evening
Estimated total £7,500
A guide only. We’ll confirm your quote.
Pricing
What’s included
Move the sliders for an instant estimate, then we’ll tailor your quote to your plans. Weddings are held on Saturdays throughout the summer.
- Licensed ceremony room
- Set-up access from 12pm Friday
- Get ready on site on the morning
- Welcome drinks & canapés
- Seated wedding breakfast
- Dessert buffet
- Two bottles of wine per table
- Prosecco for the toasts
- Evening BBQ
- Bridal Suite, Friday & Saturday
- Alpaca photos & evening cuddles
- Help planning your day
- Tables, chairs, linen & glassware
- Cake stand, knife & slice
- Sweet cart (sweets not included)
- Seating plan easel
- Free parking & Travelodge shuttle
Love notes
From our couples & their guests
It was an absolutely perfect day, completely unique and exactly what we had pictured. All of the staff went above and beyond to ensure that everyone was having a great day.
Ashleigh Ball
The team were so friendly and really looked after their guests. The venue is perfect for those who love a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Karina O’Donnell, Simply Ceremonies
Your expertise, kindness, patience and humour steered them towards a truly spectacular day. A fantastic time was had by everyone, and the food was delicious.
Jenny, sister of the bride
Gallery
Real weddings at the farm
Good to know
Questions couples ask
How many guests can you hold?
Up to 120 guests during the day and 250 in the evening. The ceremony room seats up to 120.
Which days do you hold weddings?
Weddings are held on Saturdays throughout the summer.
Can we set up the day before?
Yes. The barn, marquee and gardens are yours from 12pm on the Friday to set up, and you can stay in the Bridal Suite that night too.
Can we get married on site?
Yes. All our ceremonies take place in our licensed barn. You’re also welcome to marry elsewhere and hold your reception here.
Can the alpacas be part of our wedding?
Yes, if you’d like. Usually two of our friendliest girls join you for photos and can carry the rings down the aisle, then they come back for cuddles in the evening after the meal. There are hand-wash stations for guests.
Is the bar included?
It’s a paid bar for your guests, priced below the average pub. We take card and cash, and you can help choose what we stock. Wine on the tables and prosecco for the toasts are included in your price. Bringing your own alcohol isn’t permitted.
Do you cater for special diets and allergies?
Yes. We cater for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and all allergies. Just let us know and we’ll arrange delicious alternatives.
Can we bring our own DJ or band?
Of course. You can use our resident DJ, or bring your own DJ or band. Musicians are welcome to play outside during the day, over canapés and photos. In the evening, all music moves inside.
Is there accommodation?
The en-suite Bridal Suite is yours on the Friday and Saturday nights. Guests can stay at the Travelodge less than five minutes away. From 10pm, our courtesy shuttle takes guests there. It runs one way only, to the Travelodge.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. The venue has wheelchair access and an accessible toilet.
Can cars be left overnight?
Yes. There’s plenty of free parking, and cars can stay overnight at the owner’s own risk.
Do you serve breakfast the next morning?
We don’t, but we’re happy to recommend our local pub.
Come and see us
Let’s plan your day
The best way to fall for the farm is to visit. Tell us a little about your plans and we’ll arrange a viewing, and you can meet the alpacas too.
- Call07887 730955
- Emailenquiries@weddingsinkent.uk
- VisitAlpaca Farm, Yaugher Lane, Hartlip, Kent ME9 7XE