Solton Manor Named World’s Best International Wedding Venue on The Loverly List

Out of tens of thousands of nominations from around the world, we stood out as one of the most trusted, talented, and highly recommended wedding professionals in the industry. This recognition honors our outstanding work, creativity, and the meaningful impact we’ve made in the wedding space. 

Solton Manor is a Grade II listed English country house set within nine acres of gardens, meadow and woodland. The estate’s history stretches back more than nine centuries, yet its atmosphere remains warm, lived‑in and unmistakably rural. Couples arriving along the long drive first notice the stillness, the quiet character of an old Kent farmhouse shaped by centuries of change.

This year, Loverly’s editorial team selected Solton Manor for its exceptional design, service and guest experience. The Loverly List highlights wedding venues and professionals who set the standard internationally, making Solton Manor’s recognition a significant moment for a venue rooted so deeply in English history.

Solton Manor is known for its rare combination of heritage and contemporary wedding design. The estate’s centuries‑old timbers, Kentish brickwork and farmhouse warmth sit alongside modern, purpose‑built wedding spaces created for today’s couples.

Ceremony spaces at Solton Manor

• Godric’s Garden — a licensed outdoor ceremony space framed by greenery for up to 200 guests.
• Finet’s Woodland Glade — a soon‑to‑launch woodland wedding ceremony space with natural shade and filtered light for up to 200 guests.
• The Lawn — a classic English garden ceremony backdrop for up to 200 guests.
• The Old Stables — an atmospheric indoor wedding ceremony space for up to 116 guests.

Reception spaces

• The Dutch Barn — a contemporary wedding barn with marquee ceilings, generous proportions and the flexibility to transform from elegant dining to late‑night celebration.

On‑site accommodation

Up to 30 guests can stay across the Manor House and the newly refurbished Dovecote Cottage, creating a multi‑day wedding retreat rather than a single‑day venue, a home‑from‑home experience for couples and guests.

Solton Manor’s location is one of its greatest strengths. The estate feels deeply rural, surrounded by fields, woodland and meadow, yet sits close to:

• Dover Ferry Terminal with direct ferry routes from Europe
• The Channel Tunnel
• High‑speed rail links to London

For international couples, Solton Manor offers the romance of an ancient English estate with the practicality of easy travel, a rare combination in UK wedding venues.

The Loverly List recognition comes during a period of thoughtful development at Solton Manor. Recent improvements include:

• The creation of The Old Stables indoor ceremony space for 116 guests
• The refurbishment of Dovecote Cottage as a dedicated getting‑ready house and accommodation for up to four guests
• A new bootroom kitchen within the Bell Tower Barn
• A ground‑floor accessible bedroom within the Manor House, bringing the total to 13 bedrooms across the estate.

Investment in 2027

The venue’s development roadmap continues into 2027, with new features designed to support larger celebrations and improve guest flow across the estate. Key 2027 investments include:

• A new shaded woodland ceremony area for up to 200 guests
• A newly licensed bar within the Dutch Barn

The estate has also been recognised through the Wilder Kent Business Awards for wildlife‑friendly land management across its nine acres.

Solton Manor’s appeal lies in the combination of:

• Heritage
• Exclusivity
• On‑site accommodation
• beautiful outdoor gardens with quintessential follies, woodland and meadow landscapes
• Accessibility for UK and international guests.

Couples can stay together, celebrate together and explore the grounds at their own pace. Woodland paths, meadow views and a pond perfect for photographs create a sense of place that feels intimate yet expansive, all the atmosphere of a countryside farmhouse with the scale for a multi‑day celebration.

A word from Sam Lloyd, Head of Marketing at Solton Manor

The Loverly List is Loverly’s annual selection of leading wedding venues and professionals. Chosen by the platform’s editorial team, the awards recognise excellence in service, design, aesthetics and reputation. As an honouree, Solton Manor will carry the official Loverly List Award Badge and be featured within Loverly’s wedding directory and editorial platform. https://loverly.com/vendors/solton-manor

Where to find Solton Manor

Solton Manor is located at East Langdon, near Dover in Kent, South East England. The estate offers:

• A Grade II listed historic Manor House
• Exclusive‑use weddings
• Accommodation for up to 30 guests
• Licensed outdoor ceremony spaces for up to 200 guests
• The Old Stables indoor ceremony space 116 guests
• The Dutch Barn for receptions for up to 200 daytime guests and 250 evening guests
• Nine acres of gardens, woodland and meadow
• Access from Europe by ferry from Dover, and from London, and the Channel Tunnel
• A ground‑floor accessible bedroom within the Manor House

Couples searching for a historic wedding venue in Kent, an English country house wedding venue, a woodland wedding venue, or a UK destination wedding venue can arrange a private viewing. International couples can book a virtual tour and once booked can use Solton Manor’s wedding planning portal with support from the venue’s five‑star team.

Discover Solton Manor

To explore the estate, check availability or arrange a private viewing, visit www.soltonmanor.com.

Bookings now open for 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Media enquiries

Sam Lloyd

Head of Marketing, Solton Manor

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Telephone: 01304 448844