Old Kent Barn - The perfect venue


I first met Brooke and Harry at a wedding fair in Bexley — we had a fantastic chat, and the very next day they came back to the show to say they wanted to book me. From the moment I met them, I knew their day was going to be full of fun, laughter, and lots of joy — and their wedding at The Old Kent Barn did not disappoint.

Aerial view of The Old Kent Barn wedding venue showing the outdoor ceremony area just before a wedding.

It is not all about the girls.


While Brooke and her bridesmaids were enjoying a fun and relaxed morning, Harry and his groomsmen were having just as much of a laugh during their groom prep. The guys kept the atmosphere light with plenty of jokes, selfies, and laughter along the way — the perfect mix of excitement and nerves before heading off to The Old Kent Barn for the ceremony.

Close-up view of as grooms hands just before his wedding. His watch is clear to see and the time shows its almost time for his wedding.
Groomsmen are in high spirits and having fun on the lawns ahead of the wedding ceremony at The Old Kent Barn.
Groomsmen in navy suits strike playful poses while taking wedding photos outside the barn at The Old Kent Barn wedding venue near Dover.
A Close up photo showing the bride and grooms ring n the jewellery box.
Bridesmaids and staff are hanging the brides dress up in the bridal room at The Old Kent Barn.
The Bridal party are having fun and throwing their bouquets up for the photo. Lots of laughter ahead of the wedding ceremony.

Now I always look forward to the dress reveal moment, but when dad has a reaction like Brooke's dad, then, well, it's just that extra special isn't it. Such heartfelt and special moments between dad and daughter.

Bridal dress reveal moment to dad at The Old Kent Barn. The bride looks amazing in her gown and dad is waiting anxiously in the background.
As the bride turns to face her dad he holds his face and cries. Tears of pride and happiness for his daughter ahead of her wedding.
Dad wipes his tears away after the dress reveal at The Old Kent Barn. Soft light lights their faces as a bridemaid looks on.

Time flew by, and before anyone knew it, it was ceremony time. Brooke and Harry exchanged vows in a beautiful outdoor setting under the gazebo. One of the things I love about The Old Kent Barn is the way they have designed and built the gazebo with space for everyone to be there and it not feel crowded. Harry waited for Brooke with his Groomsmen beside him for support, and for laughs too I have to say.

A reassuring hand rests on the grooms shoulder as this bride enters the aisle for their wedding at Old Kent Barn.
The bride enters the aisle for their outdoor wedding ceremony as her groom looks up the aisle as he waits for her to join him.

Brooke and Harry had taken great advice and ensured there was plenty of confetti, and their walk was full of colour, laughter, and energy. Afterward, we took a few group photos on the lawn and wandered around the venue for a little bit of couples portraits time before their wedding breakfast.

Wedding guests shower newlyweds with confetti during outdoor celebration in garden setting.
Wedding guests celebrate by tossing white confetti into the air during an outdoor celebration.

We had a lot of fun throughout the afternoon with plenty of candid photos of guests enjoying the day, and we even had time for a few portraits around the grounds of The Old Kent Barn before Brooke and Harry were called in for their wedding breakfast. They made a fantastic grand entrance with confetti cannons, welcomed by a fantastic introduction from their best man, Ed. Napkins were waved and plenty of cheers for the happy couple as Brooke and Harry made their way through the tables. The speeches were heartfelt, funny, and full of memories that made everyone laugh, and, at times, shed a happy tear.

Wedding celebration inside rustic wooden barn venue with confetti being thrown as couple stands between bridesmaids in mint dresses.

Once the speeches were finished and whilst Elsie and her team turned the room around we had time to nip outside for some beautiful photos in the meadow opposite Old Kent Barn for some artistic portraits. The light was perfect, soft and gentle and with a little help from my flashes we created some beautiful imagery with Brooke and Harry, the sort of art that will look amazing on a canvas on their living room wall.

A couple embraces in a golden wheat field at sunset while posing for wedding photos.

We were back inside in plenty of time for some amazing photos of the cake cut. Cakes by Carina yet again provided one of her masterpieces for Brooke and Harry. I am sure it tasted every bit as good as it looked!! Cake cut and it was time to hit the dance floor for their first dance. Everyone joined in and the dance floor remained full for quite some time. It was time for me to leave Brooke and Harry to enjoy their evening, but before I left we nipped out once more for a few beautiful blue hour photos. Brooke and Harry tell me these were some of they favourites from their day, and I have to say, I really enjoyed creating them.

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Aerial view of a well-manicured garden with lush green lawn, hedges, and pathways surrounded by trees.
Wedding name place cards and table decor arranged on a dark wooden surface in warm lighting.
Close-up detail of hands clasped together wearing a formal navy suit and silver watch.
Two people laughing together while getting dressed in formal attire in a dressing room.
A series of photos showing someone adjusting their tie and collar while wearing a dark navy suit and white dress shirt.
A group of people in formal attire jumping in sync on a green lawn during what appears to be a wedding celebration.
Groomsmen in navy suits pose playfully on stone steps during an outdoor wedding photo session.
Multiple engagement rings with diamonds set in hexagonal bezels displayed on reflective surfaces.
Group helps with final wedding dress preparations in rustic wooden room with natural lighting.
Bridesmaids in pale blue dresses stand together in a sunlit wooden beam venue.
Wedding party poses in elegant rustic venue with exposed wooden beams and natural lighting.
Wedding dress preparations continue as helpers adjust the gown in a sunlit venue space.
A collage of wedding day preparation moments showing details of bridal accessories, veils, and styling in progress.
A group wearing dark suits share emotional embraces and reactions during an outdoor celebration on a white porch.
People walking along a tree-lined path with decorative lampposts and benches in an urban park setting.
Couple sharing a tender moment under a white gazebo during their outdoor wedding ceremony.
People gather under a white gazebo structure during an outdoor event.
A group stands together under a white pavilion during a daytime gathering.
Groomsmen in black suits share a candid laughing moment during an outdoor wedding celebration.
A couple shares a romantic moment during their outdoor wedding ceremony under a white gazebo.
Romantic wedding couple exchanging rings under a white gazebo surrounded by lush greenery.
A group of wedding guests react with laughter and joy during an outdoor celebration.
Two people in formal black suits laugh and smile together during an outdoor celebration event.
Newlyweds sharing intimate moments during their garden wedding photoshoot under a white gazebo.
Wedding guests shower newlyweds with white confetti petals during outdoor celebration.
Wedding guests shower newlyweds with confetti during outdoor celebration while bridesmaids in sage green dresses look on.
Wedding guests celebrate with confetti as newlyweds share a joyful moment surrounded by white flower bouquets.
Saxophone player performs in a lush garden setting with blooming flowers and greenery in the background.
Wedding photographer captures candid moments of bridal party in pastel dresses posing outdoors in garden setting.
A series of outdoor garden party scenes showing people mingling and socializing in a lush green setting.
A group celebrates outdoors at a garden party with champagne toasts and festive pink attire.
A photographer in a blue shirt takes a group photo on a garden path with white flowers and a gazebo in the background.
A couple shares a romantic moment during their wedding ceremony in a lush garden setting.
Interior panorama of a rustic wooden barn venue with white drapes and chandeliers set up for an elegant event.
A person in a dark suit gestures enthusiastically in a rustic wooden attic space with exposed beams and natural light.
Wedding party celebrates with confetti toss in rustic wooden barn venue with exposed beams and natural lighting.
Wedding guests laugh and celebrate during a reception dinner at elegant tables decorated in white linens.
Bridesmaids in mint green dresses share joyful moments at a wedding reception with string lights in background.
Wedding guests seated at a long table with pink floral centerpieces enjoy a meal during an outdoor reception.
Wedding guests laugh and enjoy themselves during a reception celebration at an elegant indoor venue.
Guests laugh and enjoy themselves at an elegant dinner party with warm lighting and wine glasses on the table.
Wedding guests laugh and enjoy themselves at an elegant reception dinner with wine glasses and table settings.
A guest in a cream-colored suit laughs heartily at a formal dinner party surrounded by other attendees.
A romantic outdoor photoshoot of a couple dancing together in a scenic natural setting during sunset.
Couple standing together in a golden wheat field at sunset during their wedding photoshoot.
Wedding guests watch as a bride and groom share their first dance in a rustic wooden barn reception venue.
Wedding reception guests dancing and celebrating on a dimly lit wooden dance floor.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a purple-lit dance floor during an evening reception.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a crowded reception dance floor with string lights overhead.
Couples dancing together in a rustic barn venue with twinkling lights and wooden beams overhead.
Wedding reception dance party in a barn venue with string lights creating a warm, festive atmosphere.
Wedding guests mingle and socialize at a reception with warm lighting and festive atmosphere.
Party guests dance energetically under blue lighting at an indoor celebration event.
Romantic silhouettes of newlyweds embracing during their first dance under twinkling lights at a wedding reception.
A romantic nighttime wedding photo series showing silhouettes against an illuminated white gazebo in a garden setting.