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Looking to tie the knot in Essex? Known for it's magnificent countryside, Essex is home to plenty of fabulous wedding venues, including picturesque barns, luxurious stately homes and even historic castles. Wherever you plan to marry in this gorgeous county, from Chelmsford to Basildon, Romford and Southend-on-Sea, you'll be sure to find your dream wedding venue here.

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Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre Wedding Venue Venues in Essex
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The Oaks Pavilion at Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre

Exchange vows amidst stunning golf course views at Oaks Pavilion, an idyllic Essex wedding venue for memorable celebrations.

Essex, Witham

£3,800 - £8,000

120 guests

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The Swan Wedding Venue

Essex weddings at The Swan: beautiful ceremonies, stunning venue.

Essex, Thaxted

£POA

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The White Hart Hotel, Coggeshall, Essex

Essex couples: discover The White Hart Hotel, a stunning venue for your perfect day.

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Alison Hargreaves

I've visited most of the top 30 wedding venues in Essex to share my first hand experience. You can research features online so my reviews focus on that key first impression, combining the look and feel of each venue with unbiased facts about the setting.

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Villiers Barn Weddings

Celebrate your love in the idyllic countryside setting of Villiers Barn, a charming Essex venue with rustic elegance and bespoke packages.

Essex, Thorpe-Le-Soken

£POA

Newland Hall Venues in Essex
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Newland Hall Wedding Venue

Last chance to get married at the most picturesque wedding venue in Essex….!

Essex, Chelmsford

from £2,995

10-200 guests

Wivenhoe House Hotel,Venues in Essex
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Wivenhoe House Hotel Wedding Venue

Create unforgettable memories at Wivenhoe House Hotel, an idyllic country house wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Colchester

from £3,600

250 guests

Pergola
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The Heron Country Club Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day at The Heron Country Club. Our stunning setting, exquisite dining and tailored packages will create memories to cherish.

Essex, Brentwood

£POA

8-120 guests

Wedding reception set up at Crondon Park, Essex
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Crondon Park Wedding Venue

For a truly enchanting wedding day, discover Crondon Park, an idyllic barn venue nestled amidst the picturesque Essex countryside.

Essex

from £6,995

60-220 guests

Hatfield Place Wedding Venue Venues in Essex
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Hatfield Place Wedding Venue

A stunning wedding with a beautiful house, formal gardens and extensive reception orangery

Essex, Hatfield Peverel

£POA

120-200 guests

manor house
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The Fennes Estate Wedding Venue

Timeless, romantic and elegant weddings in a gorgeous manor amidst 100 acres of picture grounds

Essex, Braintree

from £4,500

25-600 guests

mansion house, summer wedding
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Parklands Quendon Hall Wedding Venue

17th century Georgian Manor house in 100 acre Deer Park and picture perfect grounds

Essex

from £5,500

20-500 guests

Wedding Day
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Muthu Westcliff Weddings

Discover Muthu Westcliff, an enchanting coastal wedding venue in Southend on Sea, where your dreams of a perfect celebration become a reality.

Essex, Southend-on-Sea

£1,000 - £5,000

20-225 guests

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Baddow Park House

Say 'I do' surrounded by Essex charm at Baddow Park House. Discover more.

Essex, Great Baddow, Chelmsford

£25,000 - £35,000

150 guests

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Downham Hall

Immerse yourselves in the grandeur of Downham Hall, an exquisite Essex wedding venue where dreams take flight.

Essex, Billericay

£POA

Indoor Wedding Ceremony at Holiday Inn Basildon Wedding Venue
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Holiday Inn Basildon Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Essex wedding? Discover Holiday Inn Basildon.

Essex

£POA

120-200 guests

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Layer Marney Tower Marquee Wedding Venue

Historical wedding venue

Essex, Colchester

from £3,550

30-200 guests

Best Western Thurrock Hotel Venues in Essex
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Best Western Thurrock Hotel Wedding Venue

Plan your perfect day at Best Western Thurrock Hotel, a charming wedding venue set amidst the picturesque Essex countryside.

Essex

from £2,500

20-200 guests

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Crown Banqueting Suite, Wedding Venue in Essex

Most flexible venue hire in Ilford. Invite up to 350 guests with parking. Plan your wedding at Crown Banqueting Suite, Essex's premier wedding venue.

Essex, Ilford

£POA

50-300 guests

The Canary Shed - Alternative Wedding Venue in Essex
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The Canary Shed, Wedding Venue in Essex

Welcome to The Canary Shed, a quirky Essex wedding venue with stunning settings, and an expert team to make your wedding weekend unforgettable!

Essex, Burnham-On-Crouch

£5,500 - £12,340

120 guests

Moot House
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Moot House Wedding Venue

Marry in the magic of Moot House, Essex's most enchanting wedding venue.

Essex, Harlow

from £25

24-180 guests

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Lakeview Marquee, Wedding Venue in Essex

Exchange vows in a stunning lakeside setting at Lakeview Marquee, an enchanting wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Ilford

£3,500 - £65,000

20-1000 guests

Markshall
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Events at Markshall, Wedding Venue in Essex

Welcome to The Coach House at Markshall. An event venue like no other in the heart of Essex.

Essex, Colchester

from £525

140 guests

Holiday Inn Southend
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Holiday Inn Southend, Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Essex wedding on a budget? Discover Holiday Inn Southend.

Essex, Southend on Sea

£POA

30-175 guests

Apton Hall
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Apton Hall Weddings and Events

Apton Hall is a unique and exclusive wedding & events venue set in the idyllic Essex countryside, offering the perfect space for your special day.

Essex, Rochford

£POA

30-200 guests

Madi & Tony
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Walled Garden Events , Wedding Venue in Essex

Say "I do" in Essex's enchanting Walled Garden. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Essex, Upminster

£5,412 - £6,237

Exterior Merrymeade House
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Merrymeade House, Wedding Venue in Essex

Merrymeade House offers a stunning venue and picturesque grounds. View their pricing and learn more about weddings at this Essex venue.

Essex, Brentwood

£250 - £450

4-30 guests

Town Hall exterior in Saffron Walden
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Saffron Walden Town Hall

Gorgeous Town Hall & Victorian Gardens Wedding Venues in the Centre of Market Town

Essex, Saffron Walden

£460 - £2,800

2-120 guests

Set in the East of England, Essex is a stunning county to get married in. With easy access to and from London as well as brilliant transport links throughout the rest of the country, it is a very accessible place to get married and has an astounding natural beauty!

Wedding Venues you can find in Essex

Essex is home to a great variety of wedding venues so you can be guaranteed to find a location that suits you and your partner perfectly.

Essex is well known for its historic roots. In fact, it is home to 1,000 Grade I and II listed buildings; some of which are gorgeous wedding venues. Once a Saxon kingdom, you can find many medieval castles as well as Tudor mansions and Georgian manor houses that are perfect for a fairytale wedding in Essex. Locations like Colchester Castle and Leez Priory are great places to investigate if you are looking for this venue style.

Of course, given the expansive farmlands and rolling hills of the county's countryside, Essex is also very well known for its beautiful barn wedding venues. You can find an abundance of these across the county including, High House Weddings in Chelmsford and Vaulty Manor in Goldhanger.

Couples marrying in Essex need to be organised!

Did you know that Essex is one of the most popular places in the UK to get married? According to the Office of National Statistics' Marriage Figures, Essex hosted over 7200 weddings in 2019. It's easy to see why this county is such a sought after place to tie the knot with such a wonderful array of gorgeous wedding venues on offer to suit all wedding budgets and styles. Our advice? If you want to marry in Essex, you'll want to be really organised by booking your venue early and securing your wedding ceremony officiant in good time.

Want to get more detailed venue recommendations? Check out our article about some of our favourite Essex venues.

FAQs About Weddings in Essex

According to the ONS, Essex hosted over 7900 weddings in 2022, making it one of the UK's most popular counties to get married in. Couples looking for an Essex wedding venue will have a high level of competition for the best venues on the most popular dates, so they'll need to be organised with their wedding planning to get the most sought after locations on a Saturday in peak wedding season.

Essex has a wide variety of wedding venues to suit all brides and grooms. Some of the most common wedding venue styles in this county include wedding barns, hotels and manor houses.

The cost of wedding venue in Essex really varies, with wedding venues listed on Guides for Brides quoting typical prices from £2,500 up to £40,000. So, there is a wedding venue that suits every couple's budget in this county.

Yes, Essex has several stunning waterfront and coastal wedding venues along its coastline, offering beautiful views and unique settings for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

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