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Stunning wedding venue located on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent
Winners of Wedding Venue of the Year 2025, Kent Wedding Awards!
Best Event Venue in Kent in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025
16th-century inn with modern extensions
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Multiple spaces for your wedding celebration
Outdoor ceremonies under the picturesque Oak Gazebo
Reception capacity for over 350 guests
Luxurious honeymoon suite for the newlyweds
Accommodation available for 70+ guests
Intimate, twilight, and two-day wedding packages available
Exclusive wedding and events venue from April 2026
The Ferry House
The Ferry House is a secluded 16th-century wedding venue nestled in the peaceful hamlet of Harty, on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent, right beside the Swale estuary. Offering a variety of spaces for your special day, the venue includes the Hop Barn, Oak Gazebo, Event Suite (available until October 2025), and the brand-new Spring Barn (opening April 2026). From April 2026, The Ferry House will also become an exclusive wedding and events venue, giving you access to cosy lounge areas, a private pub, and a festoon-lit courtyard and use of the whole venue throughout your day. With bespoke packages available, The Ferry House can help you create the perfect wedding, no matter your vision.
Whether you're planning an intimate gathering with 2-30 guests, a laid-back twilight ceremony, or a grand celebration with over 350 friends and family, this venue can meet your every need. The sense of seclusion is truly unique, as The Ferry House is one the few remaining operational buildings in Harty, and they strictly only host one wedding per day.
Culinary offerings are a highlight, with menus crafted by their 2AA Rosette-awarded chefs, offering both set and bespoke options. The venue also provides a luxurious honeymoon suite and on-site accommodation for 22 guests, with room for an additional 53 guests at nearby Mocketts Farm Cottages. The Ferry House has everything you need for an unforgettable wedding day.
History
Known as Harty since 1610, this small hamlet holds a fascinating history that led to the creation of The Ferry House. Originally built in the 16th century, the building first served as a public house, becoming a central part of the island's close-knit community. While Harty's population remains small today, The Ferry House continues to flourish. Taken over by its current owners in 2000, it has grown into a charming waterside wedding venue, blending its historic roots with modern elegance.
Facilities
The Readying Rooms
The Ferry House offers two stunning readying rooms for you and your partner to prepare for your big day. There's the Garden Lodge, nestled in the tranquillity of the Kitchen Garden, or the elegant Coach Lounge. Both provide a beautiful, relaxing space for you and your wedding party to unwind and enjoy a glass of bubbly as you get ready to walk down the aisle.
The lounge area is perfect for a chill-out area in the evening, and from April 2026, the Spring Barn lounge seating areas and romantically-lit courtyard will offer more spaces for your guests to unwind.
Catering
The Ferry House is renowned for its exceptional cuisine, having been named Kent Dining Pub of the Year in 2014 and 2018, and more recently awarded 2AA Rosettes. The talented team of chefs craft exquisite wedding breakfasts, offering an extensive set menu along with options like hog roasts and buffets for a more casual dining experience. For your evening reception, they provide a variety of delicious treats, including fajitas, stone-baked pizzas, BBQ feasts and grazing tables.
Accommodation
As part of your wedding package, enjoy a complimentary night in your choice of luxurious honeymoon suite. Choose from Room 5, a stunning waterside suite featuring a super-king-size sleigh bed, a separate lounge, and a spacious spa bath perfect for two, or the Coach House Room 6, with offers a grand copper bath and beautiful views over the Kitchen Garden. The venue has 11 rooms in total, five above the venue including three king-size and one twin bedroom, along with six additional super-king-size luxury rooms in the Coach House. For larger wedding parties, nearby Mocketts Farm Cottages provides extra accommodation for up to 53 guests across five cottages.
NEW for 2026 weddings
The Ferry House is excited to announce the upcoming addition of the Spring Barn, a stunning new wedding barn set to open in April 2026. Alongside this renovation, The Ferry House will transition into an exclusive wedding and events venue, enhancing the experience with revamped wedding menus and a new planning portal designed to simplify the wedding planning process. The venue will remain open for weddings until October 2025.
To contact this venue, just click their details listed below.
Address
The Ferry House
Harty Ferry Road
Sheerness
ME12 4BQ
Reviews
Emma, April 2025
My husband and I got married at The Ferry House in April and had the most incredible experience. From our first viewing in 2024 we were made to feel so special. Weddings are incredibly stressful, but The Ferry House team are so capable that they make the planning process feel easy.
We were able to stay the night before our wedding, and from the moment I arrived to check in to the room I was warmly welcomed by name and had the full VIP treatment. The room itself (the Waterside suite) was stunning, and the bed was so comfortable.
On the day, everything went calmly and smoothly thanks to the efforts of all of The Ferry House team but especially Maxine, Chloe, and Rebecca who took such amazing care of us on the day and ensured everything was taken care of. All of our guests commented on how beautiful the venue is, the deliciousness of the food, and the attentiveness of the staff.
Our Ferry House wedding was absolutely magical, and I cannot recommend them enough to anyone considering staying, eating, or getting married here.
Natalie, May 2025
We had our wedding at The Ferry House on 10 May and couldn't have asked or wished for a better experience.
From the moment we booked (less than 6 months before the wedding), it was clear that they are extremely experienced and efficient at what they do and I was kept updated at all times. Nothing was left to chance.
Maxine was our wedding coordinator on the day along with her assistant, Chloe, and again, they kept us calm and stress free. My husband's shoe broke and there was obviously panic from him (I wasn't made aware of it) but his shoe was taken off to their workshop and came back within minutes, fully wearable!
Maxine came up to get me when it was 'time' and kept me calm although to be honest, it is such a lovely relaxed place to be, it was quite hard to feel anything but excited about the day ahead.
The food, as we already knew, was amazing and everything went like absolute clockwork. All of our family had such an incredible day and it's a day we will talk about for years. It was just perfect.
I cannot fault the venue which is beautiful but also the staff who really do go above and beyond and are exceptional in their organisation and efficiency. Every single member of staff we spoke to was so friendly and couldn't do enough for us. They genuinely have got it absolutely nailed down and there is no room for error.
It honestly is the most perfect place for a wedding and it's also really lovely to know that we can go back for our anniversary every year to have dinner and relive the memories.
Absolutely five stars for all of it but especially every single member of staff who really are just incredible.
Yasmin, May 2025
We had the most amazing wedding day and this is all down to everyone at The Ferry House for making it such an incredible experience. From the moment we booked our special day to the last meeting we had with Sam was so seamless and perfect and she made us both feel so relaxed and at ease. On the day of our wedding, Sam took care of everything and we didn’t have to worry about a thing! We would highly recommend The Ferry House as it is the perfect venue!
Anna, May 2025
We celebrated our wedding this weekend at The Ferry House and just had the most amazing day in the most spectacular surroundings. The Inn itself is beautiful, large enough to cope comfortably with our 130 guests. The gardens were gorgeous and the view just beautiful. But that was just the start.
From the moment we booked the Ferry House we have had fantastic communication with the weddings team. They were quick to reply to every query I had, gave us advice from their experience and calmed me when the anxiety hit hard a few days before our Wedding! On the day itself I felt like absolute royalty, the getting ready room was beautiful, the brunch platters perfectly pitched for our party and every time I turned around with a query or holding something I didn’t know what to do with, Maxine, Chloe or one of their team was there to deal with it.
The food was absolutely delicious and we had several compliments on the day from impressed guests. I was anxious about being in the limelight for the day but I leaned into it (!) and honestly had the most amazing day and that was largely down to the Ferry House, their incredible team, venue, professionalism and setting. Thank you so much for making our Wedding Day more than I ever expected.
Stunning wedding venue located on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent
Winners of Wedding Venue of the Year 2025, Kent Wedding Awards!
Best Event Venue in Kent in the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025
16th-century inn with modern extensions
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Multiple spaces for your wedding celebration
Outdoor ceremonies under the picturesque Oak Gazebo
Reception capacity for over 350 guests
Luxurious honeymoon suite for the newlyweds
Accommodation available for 70+ guests
Intimate, twilight, and two-day wedding packages available
Exclusive wedding and events venue from April 2026
The Ferry House
The Ferry House is a secluded 16th-century wedding venue nestled in the peaceful hamlet of Harty, on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent, right beside the Swale estuary. Offering a variety of spaces for your special day, the venue includes the Hop Barn, Oak Gazebo, Event Suite (available until October 2025), and the brand-new Spring Barn (opening April 2026). From April 2026, The Ferry House will also become an exclusive wedding and events venue, giving you access to cosy lounge areas, a private pub, and a festoon-lit courtyard and use of the whole venue throughout your day. With bespoke packages available, The Ferry House can help you create the perfect wedding, no matter your vision.
Whether you're planning an intimate gathering with 2-30 guests, a laid-back twilight ceremony, or a grand celebration with over 350 friends and family, this venue can meet your every need. The sense of seclusion is truly unique, as The Ferry House is one the few remaining operational buildings in Harty, and they strictly only host one wedding per day.
Culinary offerings are a highlight, with menus crafted by their 2AA Rosette-awarded chefs, offering both set and bespoke options. The venue also provides a luxurious honeymoon suite and on-site accommodation for 22 guests, with room for an additional 53 guests at nearby Mocketts Farm Cottages. The Ferry House has everything you need for an unforgettable wedding day.
History
Known as Harty since 1610, this small hamlet holds a fascinating history that led to the creation of The Ferry House. Originally built in the 16th century, the building first served as a public house, becoming a central part of the island's close-knit community. While Harty's population remains small today, The Ferry House continues to flourish. Taken over by its current owners in 2000, it has grown into a charming waterside wedding venue, blending its historic roots with modern elegance.
Facilities
The Readying Rooms
The Ferry House offers two stunning readying rooms for you and your partner to prepare for your big day. There's the Garden Lodge, nestled in the tranquillity of the Kitchen Garden, or the elegant Coach Lounge. Both provide a beautiful, relaxing space for you and your wedding party to unwind and enjoy a glass of bubbly as you get ready to walk down the aisle.
The lounge area is perfect for a chill-out area in the evening, and from April 2026, the Spring Barn lounge seating areas and romantically-lit courtyard will offer more spaces for your guests to unwind.
Catering
The Ferry House is renowned for its exceptional cuisine, having been named Kent Dining Pub of the Year in 2014 and 2018, and more recently awarded 2AA Rosettes. The talented team of chefs craft exquisite wedding breakfasts, offering an extensive set menu along with options like hog roasts and buffets for a more casual dining experience. For your evening reception, they provide a variety of delicious treats, including fajitas, stone-baked pizzas, BBQ feasts and grazing tables.
Accommodation
As part of your wedding package, enjoy a complimentary night in your choice of luxurious honeymoon suite. Choose from Room 5, a stunning waterside suite featuring a super-king-size sleigh bed, a separate lounge, and a spacious spa bath perfect for two, or the Coach House Room 6, with offers a grand copper bath and beautiful views over the Kitchen Garden. The venue has 11 rooms in total, five above the venue including three king-size and one twin bedroom, along with six additional super-king-size luxury rooms in the Coach House. For larger wedding parties, nearby Mocketts Farm Cottages provides extra accommodation for up to 53 guests across five cottages.
NEW for 2026 weddings
The Ferry House is excited to announce the upcoming addition of the Spring Barn, a stunning new wedding barn set to open in April 2026. Alongside this renovation, The Ferry House will transition into an exclusive wedding and events venue, enhancing the experience with revamped wedding menus and a new planning portal designed to simplify the wedding planning process. The venue will remain open for weddings until October 2025.
To contact this venue, just click their details listed below.
Address
The Ferry House
Harty Ferry Road
Sheerness
ME12 4BQ
Reviews
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