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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Location pin

The Precincts, , CanterburyKent, CT1 2EH - 

  • Users

    Up to
    150 guests


Looking for somewhere unique to hold your wedding reception in Canterbury?
Set within the beautiful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site, in the heart of the City of Canterbury, Kent. The Cathedral Lodge offers brides a very special and truly unique wedding reception venue.
This wonderful venue caters for anything from a small intimate wedding breakfast in the Restaurant, to a sit down meal for up to 120 guests in the stunning Clagett Auditorium. Couples may choose to enjoy a drinks reception in the Kentish Barn, which enjoys wonderful views of the Cathedral from its large bay windows or alternatively the Campanile Garden is available for Summer drinks receptions and of course those very important photos.
Guests can stay overnight in one of the 35 well-appointed hotel bedrooms, with the majority enjoying stunning views of the Cathedral and gardens. All overnight guests receive a full English breakfast in the morning and entrance to Canterbury Cathedral throughout their stay. In line with the true ethos of the Cathedral, you will be assured a very warm welcome.

Capacity & layout

Standing

Standing

up to 150

Theatre

Theatre

up to 150

Boardroom

Boardroom

up to 20

Cabaret

Cabaret

up to 150

Location

Reviews

  • Michael Smith

    August 2024

    The cathedral lodge hotel hosted our wedding reception and was fantastic. The auditorium was a perfect space for the meals and evening party. Planning was made as easy as possible by the team there, they were super helpful with all our questions, and were on hand on the day to tweak and perfect the day. The chef and kitchen staff are accommodating and skilled. They worked hard to bring our ideas to life and handmade some amazing food for our guests. Alex and Rachel were particularly noteworthy as our liaisons on the day and stopped at nothing to make everything run smoothly so we didn't have to worry about anything.

  • Annemarie Findlay

    September 2024

    Had our wedding reception here and the staff were amazing from start to finish. Helped with planning and organising and kept us updated with everything to give us peace of mind. Guest loved the location. Packages are well worth it. Food was delicious.

  • Brian

    June 2024

    Superb location in the shadow of the beautiful cathedral. The hotel is safe and secluded in the police controlled courtyard area of the cathedral affording easy access to the town. The car park is a little tricky to get into and out should you arrive by car. The room we stayed in was super clean and comfortable. Staff are extremely diligent and attentive. Very professional. Breakfast was superb. We really enjoyed our stay and will return again next year.

  • Laura Quinton

    June 2024

    We held a memorial/Celebration of Life at the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge. I can’t recommend this venue enough. The staff were wonderful, the venue beautiful, and the location stunning. We started with drinks in the Campanile Garden, followed by speeches and food in the Refectory, and an overnight stay: perfection. Great breakfast in the morning followed by a serene wander around the Cathedral before the crowds arrived. I would highly recommend this place.

  • Ally Lou

    June 2024

    Beautiful setting in the cathedral grounds In the heart of the city, it is surprisingly how tranquil and quiet it is. Ask for room facing out on to the cathedral side with stunning view in the morning. Take morning coffee ☕ out to the garden looking over the cathedral☺️ garden's are beautiful ❤️. Safe place to stay in the city specially if a woman traveling alone I recommend staying here and security twenty four seven on site. You have free entrance to cathedral and grounds staying here.