Upnor Castle

Make Upnor Castle the backdrop to your day.

woman wearing a wedding dress standing outside a castle

About Upnor Castle

Set your special day against a unique backdrop of history in one of England's truly timeless castles.

Wander back through time as you make your way down the enchanting cobbled high street to the grand entrance gates, where you will pass through beautiful studded oak doors of the gatehouse into the grassed inner courtyard.

Picturesque photo opportunities

Set in the riverside village of Upnor, Upnor Castle is backed with rolling hills, architectural brilliance and natural beauty. This will give you a range of wonderful photo opportunities that will capture a moment you'll cherish forever.

Wedding room

Upnor Castle's wedding room echoes the castle's historic past. Once a store for munitions, the powder-barrel seating is a novel addition for your wedding.

Make Upnor Castle the backdrop to your day

Venue details

Upnor Castle is a ceremony only venue.

Accommodates

80 people seated and 20 standing

Features

The venue has river views and beautiful gardens

Parking

Local pay and display car parks a short walk away

Accessibility

The castle has lots of steps throughout and is not wheelchair friendly

Licensed

Licensed until 5 November 2027

Upnor Castle in summer time with blue skies and trees

Wedding enquiries

Get in touch to find out more about hiring the venue for your special day.

Upnor Castle is closed between October and April.

Email: upnor.castle@medway.gov.uk

Phone: 01634 718 742

Your perfect venue is closer than you think

How to find us

Upnor Castle Upper Upnor Rochester ME2 4XG

Getting to Upnor Castle

Closest train station: Strood
By bus: 197 bus service
Car parking: Local pay and display car parks a short walk away. There is another car park and coach and minibus parking available in Lower Upnor.