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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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Mulberry House Wedding Venue

A Majestic Venue for your Special Day in an Idyllic Setting

Essex, High Ongar

£4,600 - £17,200

200 guests

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The Eight Bells Wedding Venue

Escape to The Eight Bells for an unforgettable wedding day, where rustic charm meets modern elegance.

Essex, Saffrron Walden

£POA

50-80 guests

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Chigwell Hall Wedding Venue

Chigwell Hall: Say 'I do' in Essex's most enchanting setting. Discover more.

Essex, Chigwell

£POA

200 guests

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Ingatestone Hall Wedding Venue

A beautiful and incredibly historic 16th Century venue in Essex.

Essex, Ingatestone

£POA

100 guests

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Baddow Park Wedding Venue

Luxury wedding venue in Chelmsford, Essex with beautiful Orangery.

Essex, Chelmsford

£7,500 - £15,000

150 guests

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Mersea Island Vineyard Wedding Venue

Unique fully licensed Wedding Venue set in the heart of our beautiful Vineyard.

Essex, Colchester

£POA

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Kings Oak Hotel Wedding Venue

Essex couples: discover Kings Oak Hotel, a stunning venue for your perfect day.

Essex, Loughton

£4,400 - £6,800

200 guests

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JobServe Community Stadium Wedding Venue

The home of Colchester United is the perfect venue for football fans or those looking for a blank canvas to make their own.

Essex, Colchester

£1,000 - £10,000

2-300 guests

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Newley renovated large licensed Hotel wedding venue in Colchester, with 131 new bedrooms including family rooms & onsite leisure club with indoor pool

Essex, Colchester

£POA

120 guests

Waltham Abbey Marriott Hotel Venues in Essex
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Planning your dream Essex wedding? Discover Delta Hotels Waltham Abbey.

Essex

£POA

200 guests

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Masons Brentwood Wedding Venue

Savour delectable cuisine and revel in the romantic ambience of Masons Brentwood, the idyllic setting for your memorable wedding reception in Essex.

Essex, Brentwood

£POA

120 guests

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Essex, Burnham on Crouch

£POA

120 guests

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Prested Hall Wedding Venue

Prested Hall, an exquisite wedding venue in Essex, offers a picturesque setting and exceptional service to make your special day unforgettable.

Essex, Colchester

£4,500 - £10,000

200 guests

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Braxted Park Wedding Venue

Grandeur and elegance in glorious rural Essex. An exceptional Manor House setting with walled garden, pavilion, orangery and onsite accommodation.

Essex

£POA

350 guests

Warley Park Golf Club Civil Licensed Wedding Venue Brentwood Essex Outdoor Ceremony Area
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Warley Park Golf Club Wedding Venue

Licensed Lakeside Wedding Venue - Brentwood, Essex

Essex, Brentwood

£POA

120 guests

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Magic Mushroom Barn Wedding Venue

Wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Billericay

£POA

120 guests

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Barnston Lodge Wedding Venue

An intimate, exclusive wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Barnston

£POA

300 guests

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The Mayfair Venue Wedding Venue

Discover Mayfair Venue, a stunning banqueting and wedding venue in London's East End, renowned for its opulent interiors and its exceptional service.

Essex, Romford

£10,000 - £25,000

15-500 guests

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Essex, Chelmsford

£POA

60-150 guests

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High House Barns Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' in style at Essex's idyllic High House Barns. Discover more.

Essex, Purfleet

£POA

Our stunning Queen Charlotte Marquee
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Chelmsford Racecourse Wedding Venue

Chelmsford City Racecourse is the largest and most flexible wedding venue in Essex

Essex, Chelmsford

£6,000 - £30,000

40-900 guests

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Essex, Safffron Walden

£800 - £2,000

2-450 guests

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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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

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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

£3,600 - £15,000

250 guests

South Essex Golf Club Venues in Essex
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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

8-110 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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