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Venues for small weddings in Essex

Discover enchanting small wedding venues nestled amidst the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of Essex. Surrounded by charming towns and villages, these venues offer a perfect setting for an intimate celebration. From rustic barns to elegant manor houses, you're sure to find a venue that perfectly captures your dream day.

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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

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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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

Wedding Breakfast set up in Essex Barn
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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

Bride and Groom pose outside The Lawn for their wedding photography, Rochford, Essex
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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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Creeksea Place

Wedding venue in Essex.

Essex, Burnham-On-Crouch

£POA

50-200 guests

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

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Baddow Park

Country house wedding venue Baddow Park House in Essex with exclusive use and flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £7,500

150 guests

Kings Oak Hotel Venues in Essex
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Kings Oak Hotel

Essex event space Kings Oak Hotel High Beach combining indoor function rooms and pool garden settings.

Essex

from £4,400

200 guests

East Mersea Hall Wedding Venue in Essex. Barn Weddings and Tipi Weddings. Exclusively yours
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East Mersea Hall

Bespoke Weddings, Exclusively Yours

Essex, Colchester

from £8,500

5-250 guests

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The Old Parish Rooms

Essex couples: discover the charm of The Old Parish Rooms for your perfect wedding day.

Essex, Rayleigh

£POA

100 guests

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Newland Hall Venues in Essex
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Newland Hall

Essex wedding venue Newland Hall, Roxwell, offering licensed indoor and outdoor ceremony settings and marquee receptions.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £2,995

10-200 guests

Pergola
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The Heron Country Club

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

Down Hall hotel wedding venue
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Down Hall Hotel

A historic mansion house set in an area of outstanding beauty, available for your wedding exclusively!

Essex, Bishops Stortford

from £10,000

30-250 guests

Hatfield Place Wedding Venue Venues in Essex
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Hatfield Place

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

Essex, Hatfield Peverel

£POA

120-200 guests

mansion house, summer wedding
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Parklands Quendon Hall

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

Essex

from £5,500

20-500 guests

Patio & Wisteria
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Ivy Hill Hotel

A converted Victorian country house, suitable for intimate or larger weddings, based in Chelmsford.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £75

2-220 guests

private wedding venue in Essex
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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

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

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

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Lakeview Marquee

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

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

Essex, Colchester

from £525

140 guests

Outside The Gatehouse, St Osyth Priory
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St Osyth Priory Estate

Create your timeless love story at St Osyth Priory, Essex.

Essex, Colchester

from £25,000

2-110 guests

Madi & Tony
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Walled Garden Events

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

Essex, Upminster

£5,412 - £6,237

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

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The Room In The Rodings

Beautiful, rural wedding venue in the heart of the Essex countryside. Flexibility to create your perfect day.

Essex, Dunmow

from £5,000

2-150 guests

The Mews Wedding Venue

Essex couples: discover The Mews, a charming place of worship for your perfect wedding.

Essex, Southend-On-Sea

£POA

Find Your Perfect Small Essex Wedding Venue

If you are planning a more intimate wedding celebration and searching for small wedding venues in Essex, then look no further. With a choice of stunning locations to choose from, from rustic barns to charming manor houses and everything in between, you are sure to find the perfect setting for your special day. Our carefully curated selection of venues includes those that specialise in small weddings, offering bespoke packages tailored to meet your specific requirements.

Tips for Planning a Small Wedding Reception

Planning a wedding reception for a smaller guest list can be both exciting and a little daunting. Here are a few tips to help you create a memorable celebration:

- Consider a non-traditional venue. Small, unique venues like art galleries, tea rooms, or even your own backyard can provide a more intimate and personal atmosphere for your reception.

- Create a relaxed seating plan. Arrange the tables in a way that encourages conversation and interaction among your guests, such as long communal tables or intimate round tables.

- Personalise your décor. Add special touches that reflect your personality and style, such as DIY decorations, family photos, or meaningful mementos.

Cost of Small Wedding Venues in Essex

The average cost of small wedding venues in the UK varies depending on the size of the venue, location, and the time of year. However, you can expect to pay around £1,000 - £2,000 for a venue that can accommodate up to 50 guests. Some venues may offer reduced rates for smaller weddings or off-peak dates, so it's always worth enquiring directly to get the best possible price.

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