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High House Weddings
Exclusive-use wedding venue High House Weddings in Althorne, Essex, with historic barn and lakeside gardens.
Picture perfect country & waterside location
Dedicated wedding team
Exclusive use wedding venue
Licensed for indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies
Gorgeous new Orangery opened in 2025
Honeymoon suite included in your booking
Business details last verified on 13th of April 2026 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £9,000
Price Range: £5,000 - £13,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 120
Standing: 200
Seated Meal: 140
Accommodation
Sleeps: 27
About High House Weddings
High House Weddings sits just outside Althorne in the Essex countryside and offers couples exclusive use of its estate for civil ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations. The venue’s historic 18th-century Grade II-listed barn, with oak beams and brickwork, is licensed for indoor ceremonies. An alternative outdoor choice is the thatched gazebo beside a pond, also covered by the civil licence.
On the wedding day, couples and their party start in a dedicated dressing room with natural light and views over gardens and a pool, creating a base for preparations. After vows, celebrations can centre on the orangery, a contemporary space with panoramic views over formal lawns and vineyards, or on surrounding terrace and lawn areas.
The venue’s exclusive use policy means the entire property, from ceremony spaces to reception areas and grounds, is reserved for each wedding, enabling ceremonies, meals and celebrations to flow without interruption. For accommodation, the venue can host up to 27 guests across a combination of farmhouse bedrooms, courtyard rooms and a separate couples’ retreat nestled in the garden. Landscaped gardens, lakeside views and the vineyard backdrop are available for photography and relaxed moments throughout the day.
The Expert's View
"High House is one of those venues where you instantly feel at home. It's in the winemaking area of the Crouch Valley, and is surrounded by the Althorne Vineyards in a quiet part of Essex. You enter the venue through an arched garden gate and the gardens open up in front of you; manicured lawns, rose borders, vine-draped walkways and hanging baskets are everywhere, giving an English country garden feel. I loved the pond in front of the ceremony barn with a white arched bridge that forms part of their logo. There are a lot of elements to the venue, but as the wedding coordinator showed me around the natural flow of the wedding day became obvious, from the dressing rooms, to the ceremony barn, gardens, Orangery and finally to the hideaway honeymoon cottage and accommodation. "
Alison Hargreaves
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Hindu (Fire ceremony permitted)
Interfaith / Multicultural
Jewish (Stage and Chuppah)
Venue Setting
Countryside
Waterside
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Land For Hire
Outdoor / Garden
Weekend Hire
Breweries & Vineyards
Dry Hire Available
Suitable for Asian Weddings
Suitable for Jewish Weddings
Eco Wedding Venue
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Orangery Or Marquee
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Swimming pool
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Bespoke weddings
Good Disabled Access
Wedding packages
Bridal Dressing Room
Catering Options
Vegan
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Inhouse Caterers
Contact & Location
High House Weddings
High House Farm, Old Heat Road, Althorne, CM3 6EW, Essex, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, High House is exclusively yours for your wedding day. We want our couples to enjoy the privacy of our wedding venue, making their day truly special.
Yes, High House has a civil ceremony licence and can offer beautiful indoor ceremonies in the barn and outdoor ceremonies under the thatched gazebo surrounded by a picturesque landscape.
Absolutely, our thatched gazebo is a stunning setting for outdoor ceremonies, or you can get married by our lake or in the vineyard.
The cost of exclusive hire of High House for your wedding starts at £5,000 for a Monday in Winter to £13,000 for a Saturday in High Summer.
We have in-house catering where we deliver exceptional menus for your wedding guests to enjoy by catering to all dietary needs, including vegan, vegetarian, and allergy considerations.
The barn and marquee need minimal additional decoration but you are welcome to come in on the morning of your wedding.
Yes - our Couples Retreat is a real hidden gem with it's own private secluded gardens, and is the perfect place to spend your wedding night.
Yes, our luxury grade II listed farmhouse has 10 bedrooms alongside our couples retreat and courtyard rooms, there is enough accommodation for yourselves and 25 wedding guests.
There are plenty of pubs and a hotel for wedding guests in nearby Burnham-on Crouch.
We have a private car park at High House plenty of space for your wedding guests. Vehicles can be left overnight, but we ask that they are collected between 8am-10am the following morning.
We have a lovely preparation suite with loads of natural light, in its own gardens with a swimming pool for great pre-wedding photos.
We have a specially designed "Jack and Jill" room for the registrar to meet you both, with separate doors so there is no chance of you seeing each other before the ceremony!
While we are a full service wedding venue, where there are religious or cultural reasons, our team are happy to discuss dry hire options and prices.
Why Couples Recommend High House Weddings
Couples consistently describe their experience at High House as perfect and magical, highlighting both the stunning venue and the exceptional five-star team. The staff are universally praised for being incredibly attentive, professional, friendly, and organised, going above and beyond to create a seamless and stress-free day. From the initial planning stages to the event itself, dedicated coordinators are commended for their invaluable support, ensuring every detail is considered and making couples feel genuinely cared for. The venue itself receives glowing feedback for its beautiful, well-maintained grounds, the charming barn, and the spectacular, light-filled Orangery, which consistently impresses guests. Visitors frequently comment on the brilliant service, the delicious food and drink, and the wonderful atmosphere. The on-site accommodation is also noted as a fantastic benefit for extending the celebration with close family. The venue is also praised for its welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring all couples feel comfortable and respected. Overall, reviews indicate that High House provides a fairytale setting with an outstanding team dedicated to creating an unforgettable wedding day.
Customer Reviews
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Personal Message
Samantha MacLean
Enquiry and Marketing Director
Creating completely bespoke weddings in a stunning setting is what we strive to achieve here at High House Weddings. As the main point of contact for all couples interested in holding their special day here, I offer either Private Tours of the venue throughout the week or the chance to wander our spaces at your leisure at our monthly Open House events. I would love to meet you to show you all that High House has to offer and discuss your own plans in detail. Can't wait to hear from you!
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