Essex is home to some of the most stunning wedding venues in the country. Whether you want a barn, a manor house or a garden, there's something for every kind of wedding in Essex. Plus, you have great transport links for your wedding guests! We've picked just four of the most picturesque wedding venues in Essex below...
High House
High House is a stunning 18th Century, grade II listed, picturesque wedding venue located in the heart of Essex, United Kingdom. It is a perfect place to tie the knot and start the next chapter of your life with your significant other. The venue boasts of magnificent and captivating architecture that blends perfectly with the surrounding gardens and countryside. The venue is spread over a vast area and features several stunning outdoor spaces such as a beautiful walled garden, manicured lawns, a charming courtyard that can be customised according to your specific wedding theme and even a lake. The interior of the venue is equally breathtaking with its high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and vintage decor. The Couple's Retreat is the perfect place to escape to on your wedding night and even has a secret entrance for ultimate privacy.
High House provides exceptional services to couples looking to host their wedding ceremony and reception. The staff at the venue is warm and friendly, making your wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. They work closely with you to understand your vision and ensure that your wedding day is everything you dreamed of and more. If you are looking for a wedding venue that is both beautiful and functional, then High House Wedding Venue Essex is the perfect choice for you.
Crondon Park
Crondon Park Weddings is a beautiful venue situated in the heart of the Essex countryside, in the town of Stock. The venue boasts a stunning barn conversion with high ceilings and beautiful oak beams, making it the perfect setting for an elegant and rustic wedding. With space for up to 220 guests, the venue is perfect for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. In addition to the barn, there is also a beautiful courtyard, perfect for outdoor ceremonies and drinks receptions, as well as a stunning bridal suite for the happy couple to get ready in.
The team at Crondon Park Weddings are dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring that your wedding day is everything you dreamed of and more. They offer a range of wedding packages to suit different budgets and requirements, including exclusive use of the venue, a dedicated wedding coordinator to help plan your day, and a delicious wedding breakfast prepared by their talented in-house chefs. With its stunning location, beautiful setting, and attentive staff, Crondon Park Weddings is the perfect choice for couples looking for a truly special wedding day.
The Essex Barn @ The White Hart
The Essex Barn is a breathtaking wedding venue with lots of character and charm. With its romantic ambiance and stunning surroundings, it provides the perfect setting for couples to exchange their vows and celebrate their love. The venue features a beautiful outdoor terrace that is ideal for pre-wedding drinks and canapés, where guests can mingle and take in the picturesque views. Inside, the main barn is a spacious and elegant space that can be transformed into a dream wedding reception for up to 200 guests.
At The Essex Barn, they understand that every wedding is unique and deserves to be tailored to the couple's vision. Their event coordinator will work closely with the bride and groom to create a bespoke wedding package that meets their specific needs and desires. They strive to ensure that every detail is perfect, allowing the couple to relax and enjoy their special day. The Essex Barn is the ideal venue for couples looking for a stunning and memorable location to say "I do."
Vaulty Manor
Vaulty Manor in Maldon, Essex is a beautiful converted historic wedding barn dating back to the early 1600s. This countryside wedding venue is licensed for civil ceremonies and can accommodate wedding receptions of up to 200 guests. The beautiful light oak barn is the perfect tranquil setting for a wedding ceremony, before you move into the amazing Baronial Hall for your wedding breakfast. If you'd prefer to be outdoors, you can have a gorgeous outdoor wedding ceremony in the Manor grounds. You can even enjoy an evening barbecue or hog roast on the outdoor terrace! Vaulty Manor offers a choice of four bespoke caterers, all of whom will cater to your exact requirements.
One of the best parts about marrying at Vaulty Manor is the accommodation! The Manor House, which features glamorous Georgian interiors, sleeps up to 10 people in four double rooms. This makes it the perfect place for your wedding party to stay. There's even an outdoor pool and hot tub for you to relax in before and after the wedding! The Courtyard Rooms can also accommodate up to 60 guests, so there's enough space for everyone to relax and unwind.
Colville Hall
Colville Hall Weddings is more than just a wedding venue; it's a hidden gem nestled within 55- acres of stunning Essex countryside, waiting to be discovered by couples seeking an idyllic and unforgettable setting for their big day. The venue's breathtaking beauty is sure to captivate anyone who visits, with its striking 17th-century Grade II listed mansion, charming walled garden, and tranquil lake surrounded by picturesque scenery. The estate's natural beauty provides a serene and romantic backdrop for couples to exchange their vows and create cherished memories with loved ones. The venue also features a luxurious bridal suite, which offers a private and relaxing space for the bride to prepare for her big day.
What sets Colville Hall Weddings apart is their commitment to creating a truly unique and personalized experience for each couple. The team of expert wedding planners are a standout feature as they take pride in tailoring every detail of the wedding day to reflect the couple's individual style and preferences. Whether it's a whimsical, bohemian-inspired ceremony by the lake or a large, rustic celebration in the Orchard Barn, Colville Hall Weddings has the flexibility and creativity to bring any vision to life. From the moment couples step foot on the estate, they are treated like royalty, with an unwavering focus on ensuring their day is as seamless and stress-free as possible. Colville Hall Weddings is not just a venue; it's an experience that will be treasured for a lifetime.
The Rose Barn
When it comes to wedding venues, The Rose Barn is one of Essex’s best kept secrets! Set in 320 acres of rolling countryside on the Warren Estate, The Rose Barn is a stunning 18th century barn. As well as the barn, there's also a piano lounge, limestone terrace and private tiered gardens. This gorgeous Essex wedding venue can accommodate up to 120 guests for a wedding ceremony and breakfast, and over 200 guests for an evening reception. All of this is on an exclusive use basis, of course!
If you're dreaming of an outdoor wedding ceremony, The Rose Barn offers an Oak Pavilion for ceremonies with rustic solid oak benches for your guests to sit on. If you're marrying in the cooler months or you want more drama in your ceremony space, The Rose Barn itself boasts an amazing vaulted ceiling and oak staircase group shots. There's even a wood burner to keep the chill away!
The team at the Rose Barn are extremely experience and can help every element of your big day run smoothly. You'll have your very own wedding manager to run your day from start to finish so you can relax and enjoy your day. The in-house catering team can create menus to accommodate all tastes and wedding styles, but every meal they create is fresh, delicious and beautifully presented.
Channels Wedding Venue
Channels Estate is a remarkable wedding venue nestled in the heart of the stunning Essex countryside. With its blend of historic grandeur and contemporary luxury, this venue offers a unique and unforgettable experience for couples looking to tie the knot. The venue's centerpiece is a magnificent 17th-century mansion house, exuding charm and character at every turn. Its gorgeous gardens are equally breathtaking, providing a perfect setting for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.
One of the standout features of Channels Estate is its exceptional attention to detail. From the luxurious bridal suite to the impeccable guest rooms, every aspect of this venue is designed to provide a truly memorable wedding experience. The team of experienced wedding planners at Channels Estate work tirelessly to ensure that every couple's wedding day is nothing short of perfection. They offer bespoke wedding packages tailored to each couple's unique tastes and preferences, making every wedding at Channels Estate a one-of-a-kind event.
The idyllic location of Channels Estate is also something that sets it apart from other wedding venues. Surrounded by acres of rolling countryside, the venue offers a tranquil and romantic atmosphere that is second to none. The gardens, in particular, are a true marvel, boasting a myriad of vibrant flowers, expertly manicured lawns, and a serene lake that adds a touch of magic to any wedding photograph. With its exquisite catering options, exceptional service, and unmatched beauty, Channels Estate is the perfect choice for couples looking to create a wedding day that is truly unique and unforgettable.
Braxted Park
If it's glamour and grandeur you're looking for, then the amazing Braxted Park in Witham, Essex has it in spades! This picturesque wedding venue set in acres of manicured grounds has so many ceremony and reception spaces, you'll be hard pressed to choose one.
You can say your vows in the light and airy Orangery with its magnificent arched windows and hand-painted frescos, or if you're blessed with the weather, in an outdoor ceremony in the Walled Garden, which boasts tranquil water features and blooming flower beds. If you'd prefer a religious ceremony, there's even a parish church in the venue's grounds dating back to 1042.
Enjoy elegant cocktails and canapés served in the Walled Garden, before moving on to a delicious and expertly prepared wedding breakfast in the glamorous Pavilion. When the time comes to take off your dancing shoes and head to bed, you can relaxed in The Garden Cottage, which boasts two luxurious bedrooms, a spacious lounge and an elegant décor to help you relax. There are also a further 12 en-suite bedrooms located in the former stables in a peaceful part of the estate for your wedding guests.
If you are planning a cultural wedding, you can hire Braxted Park on a dry-hire basis. Dry hire of Braxted Park is perfect for Asian, Jewish, Afro-Caribbean, Turkish and other cultural weddings.
Gaynes Park
Image credit: Three Flowers PhotographyThis hidden gem in Epping, Essex is the perfect blend of barn wedding venue, light-filled Orangery and stunning Walled Garden. From the moment you arrive down the long driveway, you'll be amazed by the stunning scenery and sense of tranquility - even though the venue is just 10 minutes from the M25 and M11, making it easy to reach for all your friends and family. The 1000 acres of beautifully kept grounds makes Gaynes Park feel like it's in its own world.
The Mill Barn is perfect for wedding breakfasts for up to 150 guests, and up to 200 guests for an evening reception. If the weather is good on your wedding day, the open-sided Gather Barn provides a covered area where you can hold an outdoor civil ceremony, or have a hog roast or barbecue in the evening. Whatever you choose, Gaynes Park's in-house caterers, the award-winning Galloping Gourmet, are sure to whip up something delicious.
At the end of the night, you can retire to The Coach House. The ten bedrooms combine French style with Swedish simplicity, and make the perfect base for your wedding party.
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