Shorne Woods Country Park, Chestnut Room
Shorne
Unique venue- Up to 80
- people
- From £65
- room hire
About the venue
The Chestnut Room is the largest of Kent County Council's country park meeting rooms, on the first floor of the visitor centre at Shorne Woods Country Park near Gravesend. It suits training days, workshops and away days with woodland on the doorstep.
The room is 17.5 metres long and 5.8 metres wide. It seats 80 theatre style, 40 in small groups at islands, 32 in classroom, boardroom, conference or cabaret layouts, and 24 around a horseshoe.
It has its own entrance, private toilets, a private tea and coffee point, a storage cupboard and lighting controls. There is lift access to the first floor, and a balcony and viewing deck give you outdoor space during breaks. A projector and screen, a whiteboard, a flip chart, and a microphone with speakers are included, along with exclusive use of the balcony.
Kent County Council's country park rooms start from £65 for a half day, so ask for the exact price for this room when you book. The park is just off the A2 between Gravesend and Rochester. Call the council's venue hire team on 03000 411811.
Rooms and capacity
Chestnut Room
- Notes
- Theatre 80; islands 40; classroom, boardroom, conference or cabaret 32; horseshoe 24; 17.5m x 5.8m; first floor with lift
Capacities are the maximum for each layout. Check numbers with the venue when you enquire.
Prices
Kent County Council country park rooms are from £65 for a half day. Ask for the Chestnut Room's full-day price.
Room hire from £65 a day
Check VAT and availability when you enquire.
Location and travel
Brewers Road, Shorne, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 3HXShorne
Frequently asked questions
How many people does the Chestnut Room at Shorne Woods hold?
80 theatre style, or 32 in classroom or boardroom layouts.
What equipment is included at Shorne Woods Country Park?
A projector and screen, whiteboard, flip chart, and a microphone with speakers.
Is the Chestnut Room accessible?
It is on the first floor, with lift access.
How do I book the Chestnut Room?
Call Kent County Council's venue hire team on 03000 411811.
Location
Brewers Road, Shorne, Gravesend, KentDA12 3HXOpen in Google MapsShare this business venue
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Details checked 9 November 2026
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