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Large Wedding Venues in Essex

Planning a large wedding in Essex? Our directory showcases stunning venues with ample capacity to accommodate your grand celebration. Contact our listed venues today to discover their breathtaking settings, exceptional cuisine, and dedicated wedding coordinators who will ensure your special day is unforgettable. Whether you envision an enchanting garden ceremony or a lavish ballroom reception, you're sure to find your dream venue here.

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The Essex Barn @ The White Hart Venues in Essex
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The Essex Barn at The White Hart

White Hart Great Yeldham wedding venue in Essex with exclusive use of 15th century timber barn, garden ceremony sites and on-site accommodation.

19 reviews

Essex, Halstead

from £5,995

50-200 guests

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High House Weddings

Exclusive-use wedding venue High House Weddings in Althorne, Essex, with historic barn, lakeside gardens and modern orangery.

139 reviews

Essex, Chelmsford

from £5,000

200 guests

The Vaulty Manor barn set up for a wedding ceremony
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Vaulty Manor

17th Century Barn and garden wedding venue Vaulty Manor in Goldhanger, Essex offering licensed indoor and outdoor ceremonies and on-site accomodation.

85 reviews

Essex, Chelmsford

from £6,995

60-200 guests

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Gosfield Hall

Georgian manor wedding venue Gosfield Hall in Essex with exclusive use of historic house and grounds.

154 reviews

Essex

from £8,000

120-250 guests

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Leez Priory

Tudor manor house wedding venue Leez Priory in Essex with multiple licensed ceremony settings and exclusive-use grounds.

172 reviews

Essex, Chelmsford

from £8,000

30-250 guests

Valentines Mansion
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Valentines Mansion & Gardens

Historic country house venue Valentines Mansion & Gardens in Ilford, Essex, with licensed ceremony rooms and garden views.

15 reviews

Essex, Ilford

from £400

6-120 guests

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Colchester Weddings Venues in Essex
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Colchester Weddings

Wedding venue collective Colchester Weddings in Essex offering historic castle, town hall and large event settings.

17 reviews

Essex, Colchester

£POA

700 guests

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That Amazing Place

Essex historic manor house wedding venue That Amazing Place at Old Harlow with lawns, lake views and marquee space to 150 guests.

83 reviews

Essex, Harlow

from £6,000

10-200 guests

The Waltham Barns at Little Channels Weddings
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The Waltham Barns at Little Channels

Little Channels wedding venue in Little Waltham, Essex, with beamed ceremony room, outdoor areas and onsite cottage included.

9 reviews

Essex, Chelmsford

from £5,000

20-150 guests

The Warren Estate Venues in Essex
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The Rose Barn at The Warren Estate

Essex barn wedding venue The Warren Estate in Maldon with exclusive use of The Rose Barn and gardens.

41 reviews

Essex, Maldon

from £6,600

50-250 guests

Channels Estate Venues in Essex
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Channels

Channels Estate rural wedding location in Little Waltham, Essex offering a 17th-century thatched barn and gardens.

16 reviews

Essex, Chelmsford

from £5,200

50-200 guests

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Cliffs Pavilion

Southend-on-Sea event venue Cliffs Pavilion offering large auditorium and Maritime Room options for weddings.

2 reviews

Essex, Southend-on-Sea

from £2,500

150 guests

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Outdoor Ceremony
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London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel

Hotel venue London Chigwell Prince Regent in Essex with Georgian architecture and flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces.

1 review

Essex, Woodford Green

from £4,500

20-400 guests

The Compasses At Pattiswick, Venues in Essex
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Compasses at Pattiswick

Countryside wedding venue The Compasses at Pattiswick in Essex with exclusive-use space for tailored celebrations up to 120 guests.

16 reviews

Essex, Braintree

£POA

120 guests

Colville Hall interior set for a wedding ceremony
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Colville Hall

Essex barn wedding venue Colville Hall in White Roding with historic thatched barns and landscaped gardens.

33 reviews

Essex, Dunmow

from £10,000

65-200 guests

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The Lawn

Georgian manor house wedding venue The Lawn Essex with exclusive use and landscaped gardens.

84 reviews

Essex, Rochford

from £1,800

25-150 guests

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The Rochford Hotel

Modern hotel venue The Rochford Hotel in Rochford, Essex with licensed ceremony space and on-site accommodation.

5 reviews

Essex, Rochford

£1,500 - £11,000

30-130 guests

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa Venues in Essex
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Stoke by Nayland Hotel

Wedding venue Stoke by Nayland Resort in Essex offering versatile suites, outdoor terraces and tipi celebrations.

Essex, Colchester

from £5,000

400 guests

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The Reid Rooms

Exclusive-use wedding site The Reid Rooms, Essex, with Grade II farmhouse accommodation for up to 20 guests.

Essex, Dunmow

from £4,500

2-200 guests

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Friern Manor Country House

Manor House Wedding Venue

Essex, Brentwood

£POA

120 guests

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Canons Brook Golf Club

Canons Brook Golf Club: Picture your perfect Essex wedding.

Essex, Harlow

£POA

120 guests

Stunning Marquee set up
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The Grand Marquee Brentwood

Wedding venue at The Halfway House Brentwood, with a 400-guest Grande Marquees and flexible celebration spaces.

Essex, Brentwood

from £3,500

150-400 guests

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Creeksea Place

Wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Burnham-On-Crouch

£POA

50-200 guests

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Essex County Hotel

Planning your Essex wedding? Discover the enchanting Essex County Hotel.

Essex, Southend-on-Sea

£POA

200-200 guests

The Elm Barn
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Maidens Barn

Barn wedding venue Maidens Barn in Essex offering indoor oak barn ceremonies and outdoor arbour space.

Essex, Chelmsford

£POA

60-200 guests

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Colchester Registration Office

Colchester Registration Office: Your perfect Essex wedding venue. Discover more.

Essex, Colchester

£POA

Our council chamber allows you to celebrate with 70 guests with beautiful surroundings.
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Braintree Town Hall

Civil ceremony venue Braintree Town Hall, Market Place, Essex offering multiple room options for intimate and larger weddings.

Essex, Braintree

from £255

4-70 guests

Essex's Exceptional Wedding Venues for Grand Celebrations

Essex boasts a stunning array of large wedding venues, each offering a unique backdrop for your special day. From grand manor houses to contemporary glass-fronted spaces, there's a venue to suit every taste and style. With capacities ranging from 200 to over 500 guests, these venues can accommodate even the most lavish of weddings. Browse through our extensive gallery of images, view prices, and send enquiries directly to venues to start planning your dream day.

Average Costs and Booking Lead Times

The average cost of hiring a large wedding venue in Essex varies depending on the size, style, and availability of the venue. As a general guide, expect to pay between £5,000 and £20,000 for your venue hire. It's recommended to start looking for a venue at least 12 to 18 months in advance, especially if your wedding is during peak season (May-September). This will give you ample time to tour venues, compare prices, and secure your desired date.

Popular Venue Styles and Features

In the UK, popular large wedding venue styles include barn conversions, country houses, and contemporary hotels. Barn conversions offer a rustic and charming setting, with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings. Country houses exude elegance and grandeur, surrounded by rolling countryside. Contemporary hotels provide modern and versatile spaces, often with panoramic views from floor-to-ceiling windows. Many large wedding venues in Essex feature on-site accommodation, manicured gardens, and exclusive use of the entire venue for your celebration.

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