Exclusive Woodland Weddings at the Paper Mill Hawkhurst
The Paper Mill | An Exclusive Woodland Wedding Venue in Kent
The Paper Mill in Hawkhurst is one of Kent’s most exclusive woodland wedding venues. See how couples created relaxed, festival-inspired celebrations with candid documentary photography.
Nestled just outside Hawkhurst, The Paper Mill is a venue that feels completely hidden away. Surrounded by woodland and open fields, it gives couples the freedom to design a wedding that feels entirely their own. Unlike traditional venues, The Paper Mill offers exclusive use. You and your guests have the space to yourselves, with no back-to-back weddings or venue staff rushing you along.
A Festival Vibe in the Woods
The Paper Mill is particularly loved by couples who want a festival wedding in Kent. With outdoor ceremony spots, open fields for tipis or marquees, and plenty of room for glamping, it’s the kind of space where you can throw a celebration that feels free-spirited and personal.
At the weddings I’ve photographed here, I’ve seen everything from relaxed woodland ceremonies under the trees to wild evening dance floors in giant tipis. The venue’s flexible setup makes it easy to adapt to different styles, whether you want rustic charm, festival colour, or something more pared back.
Real Weddings at The Paper Mill
From colourful florals spilling across long trestle tables to guests gathering around firepits at sunset, The Paper Mill creates the kind of atmosphere that’s hard to find anywhere else in Kent.
- One couple chose a vibrant festival theme with bunting, food trucks, and a live band under the stars.
- Another leaned into the woodland vibe, with a ceremony surrounded by trees and fairy lights guiding the way to the reception.
Both celebrations had one thing in common: the venue gave them the freedom to do things their own way.
Why I Love Photographing The Paper Mill
As a documentary photographer, I’m drawn to venues that let stories unfold naturally — and The Paper Mill is perfect for that. Guests spill between woodland and fields, laughter carries across the space, and the relaxed setting means people feel at ease. That’s when the best photos happen: unposed, genuine, and full of life.
Planning Your Own Paper Mill Wedding?
If you’re looking at The Paper Mill in Hawkhurst for your wedding, or exploring other woodland wedding venues in Kent, I’d love to capture it for you. My style is candid, relaxed, and all about the atmosphere of the day.
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