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Here you will find all the latest news, views, events and offers from the Hythe Imperial Hotel in Kent. Top tips for planning your wedding, exciting news about our latest events and offers and so much more.

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What does a Kent wedding at the Hythe Imperial actually look like?

From waking up at our hotel on the morning of your wedding to the last dance in the Imperial Ballroom, there’s a lot more to a wedding day than the ceremony itself. So what can you actually expect? While every wedding is different, here’s how a wedding at the Hythe Imperial can unfold…

Why you should choose a Kent hotel wedding venue

Decisions decisions decisions… are you searching for the best wedding venues in Kent? Take a look at the reasons why a hotel venue should be at the top of your list.

Christmas is coming to the Hythe Imperial Hotel!

Is it ever too early to start making plans for Christmas? If you want to get ahead, put your name down now for a host of unforgettable dining and party experiences this December! All take place at our award-winning hotel this festive season. Reserve your spaces now.

2026 Christmas Dinner, Festive & NYE Parties - Hythe Imperial Hotel, Kent

The Top 5 features every luxury wedding venue in Kent should have

Looking for the perfect place to get married in the Garden of England? Here’s our countdown of the five main things you should look out for before choosing your Kent wedding venue.

Your dream winter wedding in Kent

Twinkling fairy lights… cosy evenings and decorated Christmas trees… winter weddings have a magic all of their own. But why else would you want to get married at Christmas? Here’s the case for a December wedding in the Garden of England.

Introducing The Snug: a new afternoon tea experience in Kent

Created for slow afternoons, indulgent afternoon teas and intimate drinks by the sea, The Snug is a stylish new adults-only lounge at the Hythe Imperial Hotel. Now open to visitors and hotel guests, do not miss our introductory special offers and save 10% when you visit us this summer.

A Kent Wedding from £5k? Yes, really…

What if your dream wedding in Kent was much more in reach than you imagined? With our new £5k and £10k wedding packages, the Hythe Imperial is making elegant hotel weddings simpler, clearer and even more affordable.

Looking for the best wedding venue in Kent? Here’s what really matters

Choosing your wedding venue is exciting – but it can also feel like a huge decision. From seamless all-in-one planning to standout food and wedding packages to keep you on budget, here’s what truly matters (and why the Hythe Imperial ticks every box!)

Celebrate Father’s Day 2026 with a classic Sunday Carvery in Kent

Make sure you mark the date – Father’s Day this year is on Sunday 21st June. And what better way to celebrate than by joining us for a classic Sunday Carvery in Kent at the Hythe Imperial Hotel? Book your table now!

Spring has sprung at the Hythe Imperial Hotel!

Step into the new season at the Hythe Imperial, as the days get longer and our hotel springs back to life. From magical wedding celebrations to indulgent afternoon teas and weekend breaks by the sea, this season always brings a renewed sense of excitement.

Why a Sunday or midweek wedding could be the best choice you make

What if your perfect wedding day isn’t on a Saturday at all? More and more couples are discovering that Sunday and weekday weddings can be every bit as magical – and sometimes even more so!