This unique & exciting venue is perfect for magical weddings situated in High Beach, Essex. 4 stunning function rooms. Swimming Pool. Licensed for Civil Ceremonies in 3 stunning rooms. More info
Braxted Park comes with acres of stunning grounds and is easily one of the finest wedding venues in Essex for the most amazing celebrations. Enter the gates and discover walled gardens full of beauty and magic that are exclusively yours to enjoy.. More info
Hatfield Place is an exquisite Georgian country house venue in Hatfield Peverel, Essex, set in fifteen acres of undulated rural parkland adjoining the River Ter…. the perfect setting for your wedding celebration and all exclusively yours. More info
The exquisite 4 star country hotel is settled within the esteemed Great Warley conservation area and borough of Brentwood, Essex. Overlooking Italian inspired gardens, minutes from Brentwood and with easy access into London Liverpool Street. More info
The elegant architecture of this 17th Century, Grade II listed building, coupled with exquisite interiors and elegant function rooms suitable for weddings of all sizes, make Greenwoods a magical wedding venue. More info
Set in 3 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, in the heart of the Essex countryside - welcome to The Lawn. A truly enchanting wedding venue, surrounded by over 100 acres of stunning private parkland, allowing you to celebrate your special day. More info
Wivenhoe House is a romantic wedding venue based on the outskirts of Colchester, Essex. Weddings at Wivenhoe House are everything you’d expect of a glorious occasion in a splendid country house hotel.Traditional Country house with a modern twist More info
If you are wanting a country wedding in Essex, you can't go wrong with a boutique country house hotel or an elegant mansion house wedding venue.
Country houses and stately homes have stunning spaces for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. If you've always dreamed of tying the knot in a picture gallery or orangery before heading to the grounds for cocktails and an evening reception in the ballroom, then a country house in Essex sounds like the perfect venue for you.
As mansions and country manors are houses first and foremost, they can feel like an elegant home-from-home. Some venues will have accommodation on site, usually with stunning decor like roll-top baths and four-poster beds, while others may have smaller hotels or B&Bs in the grounds. This means that you’ll have the advantage of a beautiful bridal suite and accommodation for immediately family or the bridal party on site.
With many country houses in Essex being set in stunning grounds you will find plenty of options for stunning wedding photography. Many mansions have rolling grounds and manicured gardens, with many wonderful features like lakes, flower gardens and distinctive fountains and mazes. There are plenty of opportunities for beautiful wedding photos both inside and out - your wedding photographer will be spoiled for choice! Make sure to take in the gardens on your venue viewing, even if you’re marrying in the winter.
Being out in the countryside not only means that you’ll have stunning wedding photos, but also privacy for your wedding day. The peaceful setting and views over the countryside make your wedding in Essex a romantic getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
As with all wedding venues, costs for stately home and country house weddings vary, but you may be surprised at how affordable some of the options can be! An extravagant budget isn't essential to get your own mansion in Essex for your wedding. If you’re looking to cut costs, then consider a midweek wedding or marrying in the low season, such as early spring or late autumn. A mansion venues are ideal for winter weddings, as they often have large fireplaces and cozy wood-panelled rooms.
You will find that there are plenty of country house wedding venues and mansions that will provide you with exclusive use of the venue on your wedding day. This means that the venue is yours alone for the duration of your wedding. Sometimes this will be for your wedding day alone, and in other cases, you can hire your wedding venue for an entire weekend for you and your guests. This may incur an extra charge, but if you want a luxurious weekend of exclusivity for guests with catering staff on hand, then this could be the perfect wedding weekend for you. You will be able to find exclusive use country houses in Essex using our venue filters.
Mansion houses in Essex come with plenty of original features, such as grand stairways, impressive statues and glittering chandeliers. Play up the drama of your surroundings with an equally glamorous wedding dress! Floor length veils, impressive trains and princess gowns look right at home in the ballrooms and art galleries of a manor. Lace fabrics and vintage details are perfectly suited, as they're reminiscent of English socialites. Whatever dress you decide to wear on your wedding day, you will be able to find your dream mansion in Essex on Guides for Brides.
