Civil Ceremony Venues in Essex
If you are looking for a venue to host your civil ceremony within in Essex, then you have come to the right place. These venues have stated that they are willing to host ceremonies standalone if required, even if they traditionally cater to receptions too. Just click a shortlisting below to find out more.
St. Osyth
Nestled in the heart of Essex, St Osyth Priory offers a magical setting for your wedding celebration. Exchange vows amidst the grandeur of a Grade I listed building, with the option for ceremonies both indoors and outdoors. Indulge in bespoke gourmet catering crafted by our in-house culinary team, ensuring every bite is a delight. Unwind in luxury on-site accommodation, perfect for you and your loved ones to relax and prepare for your special day…
Boreham
The Lion House is meticulously crafted with weddings in mind, featuring a stunning art deco backdrop that stands out on its own while seamlessly complementing your unique decorative vision. This venue not only exudes elegance but also provides a versatile space for your special day. The team's dedication to exceptional service and attention to detail ensures that you receive everything from exquisite dining to luxurious accommodation….
Chelmsford
Near the small village of Little Waltham, brides and grooms can find the stunning Clifford Estate with two historic buildings, including one of the oldest barn wedding venues Essex has to offer. Available to host your entire day, the venue holds a ceremony licence indoors and out. Enjoy a reception with up to 200 loved ones and make use of the accommodation on site…
Braintree
Bask in the splendour of this Tudor mansion situated near Chelmsford, perfect for splendid nuptials. Leez Priory is one of the most luxurious wedding venues Essex has on offer, benefiting from a peaceful setting and regal décor, resulting in celebrations enveloped in secluded bliss. Enjoy delicious cuisine for your wedding feast and onsite accommodation for your guests...
Great Baddow
Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Essex, a charming country house has undergone a magnificent transformation to become the epitome of an exclusive wedding venue. Their team takes pride in curating lavish wedding celebrations that blend opulence with a contemporary flair, ensuring couples seeking luxury find their dream wedding come to life. Indulge in the epitome of luxury and elegance at one of Essex's most extravagant wedding venues…
Chelmsford
This sumptuous white stone-built edifice is Grade II-listed, ideal for romantic ceremonies and receptions. Although the mansion boasts 300 years of history, it’s been restored to reflect its Victorian appearance for couples dreaming of a traditional wedding with luxury amenities. Sat in acres of parkland on the edge of Chelmsford it’s a stunning backdrop for photos...
Colchester
An all-inclusive venue for a countryside wedding, this historic Grade II-listed farmhouse and its modern barn present a self-contained space. Hosting ceremonies and receptions for up to 200 guests, Houchins offers unique blend of rustic and modern interiors and elegant grounds on the outskirts of Coggeshall. Enjoy accommodation in the historic farmhouse…
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Crondon Park is voted 'The Best Countryside Wedding Venue in Britain'. In the heart of Essex you will find the peaceful Crondon Valley which is home to Crondon Park. Set within acres of rolling Essex countryside, this family owned wedding venue are masters of weddings, since 1994. The venue has the perfect balance between romance, charm, style and character with the Baronial Hall (circa 1606) still retaining its original Jacobean and Tudor features...
Chelmsford
Neighbouring Newland Brook and situated near Essex's only city Chelmsford, Newland Hall is a historic Tudor manor house said to be a luxurious place of retirement for King Henry VIII. Today, the family-run venue is licenced for civil ceremonies and just a stones throw away from St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, accommodating all weddings...
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Welcoming wedding parties of up to 300 guests, this all-inclusive venue in Stock south of Chelmsford, Essex, provides a tailored service for bespoke nuptials. Equipped with a spa and treatment facilities brides, grooms and guests can unwind before and after the celebrations in the tranquil spaces. Host an indoor or outdoor ceremony before your champagne reception…
Downham
Nestled away in the Essex countryside near Billericay and overlooking the Thames, this newly refurbished country house is perfect for any type of wedding, offering bespoke wedding packages to suit everyone’s requirements. The red bricked façade and white sash windows provide a charming backdrop to your wedding day. Complete with Civil Ceremony spaces, a wedding coordinator, in-house catering, accommodation a bridal changing room and so much more…
Halstead
Gosfield Hall is a majestic Grade-I listed Tudor country mansion for the stateliest of wedding celebrations. Situated near Braintree, this venue has accommodated royalty in its 500 years of history, but more recently enjoys hosting elegant wedding ceremonies and receptions in Essex. Offering delicious catering and 20 glorious bedrooms, spend your entire day in luxury…
Billericay
Nestled on the outskirts of the charming village of Stock, Essex, this manor house, designed and inspired by Lutyen, offers expansive grounds and stunning views over the Essex countryside. This sprawling 275-acre estate features elegant banqueting suites, perfect for weddings. Allowing you to be married in any of their three stunning venues or outside grounds. Catering for weddings of 30 to 500 guests, there’s something for every wedding…
Althorne
High House in Althorne, Essex, is an exclusive-use wedding venue set within six acres of stunning gardens. You are able to say your vows in the thatched gazebo or rustic Essex barn or new for 2025, the light-filled orangery. With sumptuous in-house catering and luxurious accommodation, this venue has it all...
Rayleigh
The Old Parish Rooms offers a distinctive and charming location for weddings and events. Perfect for intimate gatherings and wedding receptions, this venue features a modern white interior within a historic school building in the scenic town of Rayleigh, Essex. Whether you prefer a lavish do or an understated celebration, they are here to assist you in creating a beautifully decorated space that suits your unique style and preferences…
Rayleigh
Rayleigh Windmill creates a magical setting for your wedding being a restored Grade II-listed windmill that overlooks Rayleigh Mount, South of the River Crouch in Essex. Get married in the striking building and bask in the glorious gardens the venue has to offer. Host your reception at the neighbouring Arts Centre, accommodating up to 300 wedding guests…
Rochford
For a romantic medieval style venue choose The Old House, a rustic wedding will ensue. The 700-year-old building is full of character and period décor. Situated in historic Rochford, this Essex venue is ideal for intimate ceremonies. Get married in the Old Hall and host a reception in one of the house’s charming rooms, get ready with your bridal party in one of the suites…
Brentwood
Hutton Hall is an exclusive, newly-renovated wedding venue in the village of Hutton, Essex. The Hall is located just two miles from Brentwood, and is the perfect place to celebrate your perfect wedding. With its stunning Grade II listed Georgian manor house, eight acres of beautifully manicured gardens, and dedicated marquee, Hutton Hall is sure to exceed your expectations. Let’s not forget the on-site accommodation, catering options, civil ceremony licence and more…
Sible Hedingham
Let us introduce you to Tuffon Hall. Imagine the romance of exchanging vows in the charming setting of an English Vineyard, surrounded by scenic views of the North Essex countryside. Following the ceremony, indulge in the estate's acclaimed English wines on the picturesque terrace, and later dine and dance in the elegantly renovated 16th-century barn before sleeping in one of the sumptuous bedrooms. Sounds dreamy doesn’t it…
Halstead
One of Essex's oldest Norman Castles and secret treasures, Hedingham Castle near Braintree, offers couples a timelessly romantic location to marry in. With a Grand Banqueting Hall available for ceremonies, use of the Georgian Mansion for a drinks reception and the immaculately presented marquee on the Tulip Lawn for the celebration to end all celebrations...
Southend-on-Sea
Not far from Warners Bridge Park, Holiday Inn Southend is the perfect wedding venue to host a modern and stylish affair. Dress up the rooftop restaurant and bar for the feast and evening celebrations. This Essex venue gives you an all-inclusive wedding package, fine food and a range of executive bedrooms. Have an intimate or grand affair…
Colchester
This splendid 14th century hotel in Essex gives you elements of Roman, Medieval and Tudor architecture to host all parts of your wedding festivities. Positioned by the River Colne close to Colchester’s city centre, you can also hold your nuptials next to the waterside. Choose the antique wood-panelled Oak Room for a ceremony that can host up to 160 wedding guests…
Colchester
Situated on the edge of Wivenhoe Park this atmospheric hotel gives you a Victorian exterior, gorgeous grounds and a variety of rooms to host your wedding. Wivenhoe House situated just outside of Essex’s Colchester houses 120 wedding guests for your ceremony. Make use of the terrace for the drink’s reception showcasing the house’s sunken gardens…
Ongar
Welcome to Blake Hall in Essex, where history meets elegance. Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of the stunning private gardens and step back in time as you explore the beautifully restored 17th century barns. Whether you're planning a wedding, a wedding reception, or any other special occasion, Blake Hall are delighted to offer you the exclusive use of their exquisite venue and its surrounding areas…
Hatfield Heath
Down Hall Country House Hotel sits gloriously in Hatfield Heath, with its Italian Baroque façade ensures an impeccable wedding setting. The mansion offers exquisite interiors and 110 acres of parkland. Host intimate parties of 30 or large gatherings of 200 for the wedding celebrations. This Essex venue gives you a choice of 19 elegant, character filled rooms…
Brentwood
Choose ornate ceilings or a skylight and draping chandeliers to decorate your wedding at De Rougemont Manor. This South Brentwood venue displays a Victorian façade and charming ceremony rooms. Recite your vows in The Garden Lounge with 40 of your loved ones. Bask in the Italian-style garden sipping bubbly during your drink’s reception…
Colchester
A modern and contemporary country resort, Stoke by Nayland is the perfect exclusive retreat settled near to the Saxon county town of Ipswich and the historic town of Colchester. The large glass windows provide open green vistas of their golf course and Deadham Vale, an accredited Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty. The perfect space for your nuptials...
Harlow
That Amazing Place is nothing less than the name suggests, the Harlow based boutique hotel offers a Grade II-listed manor for your special day. This Essex venue gives you simple sophistication, eight acres of grounds and a gorgeous wedding pavilion. Have 100 guests in the Hall with its high ceilings and large windows. Stay in the luxury Bridal Cottage…
Stratford St Mary
The 19th century Talbooth Restaurant is located on the banks of the river Stour, in Dedham Vale, Essex. Offering couples a dreamy location to say ‘I do’, feast like wedding royalty and dance into the early hours, it is no wonder this wedding venue is considered one of the best in Colchester. The riverside terrace and manicured lawns set the scene for the most romantic day of your lives…
Sawbridgeworth
Make use of this extremely versatile wedding venue on your big day. Hosting all-inclusive nuptials, say your vows before enjoying an evening of dancing at the Manor of Groves Hotel. Situated in High Wych, near Sawbridgeworth, this marvellous space gives you 150-acres of beautiful grounds, share the setting with 500 wedding guests for the reception…
Cooling
Cooling Castle Barn, located in the picturesque North Kent Marshes, Kent offers a truly unique and intimate setting for your wedding day. With their stunning gardens and traditional English barns, they take pride in creating a personalised experience tailored to your needs. Whether you have specific requests or a particular budget, they are committed to going above and beyond to make your dream wedding a reality…
North Stifford
Situated next to the river Mar Dyke and hosting up to 200 wedding guests, this diverse Essex venue offers a wide selection of rooms in which to enjoy your dream wedding. The glorious Georgian manor house also features leisure facilities and luxury bedrooms for guest to enjoy after the nuptials. Create an idyllic setting for your ceremony and reception...
Rainham
At Ingrebourne Links Golf & Country Club, they specialise in creating unforgettable weddings. The purpose-built function suite, which opened in July 2017, can host up to 250 guests for a formal wedding breakfast. Perfectly located just off the A13, near Rainham, Lakeside Shopping Centre, Dagenham and Upminster, this venue has everything you’ll need, on your doorstep…
Alpheton
On the Suffolk and Essex border, set amongst 25 acres of meadows and woodland is where you'll find Alpheton Hall Barns. This exceptional exclusive use wedding venue has so many spaces to choose from, including two old barns for receptions and civil ceremonies, as well as an outdoor Glade for up to 200 guests. With external caterers permitted and flexible spaces, this is the dream blank canvas venue with historic charm…
Loughton
Discover the perfect venue at The Kings Oak Hotel, nestled in the stunning Epping Forest on the border of Essex and London. With its charm and convenient location, your special day will be unforgettable for you and your guests. Plus, its proximity and great transport connections make it easily accessible from London, Hertfordshire, and Kent. Your day will be full of glitz and glamour, all for an affordable price…
Nuthampstead
This 17th century inn is steeped in wartime history as it is located in the heart of the Nuthamsptead airfield. The Woodman Inn is the perfect venue for a cosy and traditional wedding with your nearest and dearest but also has the flexibility to provide larger wedding celebrations in their outdoor spaces. The traditional thatched roof inn, teamed with the crisp white marquee bring your something old and something new…
Ware
Nestled in 200 acres of Hertfordshire's countryside, Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel and Country Club boasts a Jacobean-style manor house paired with contemporary amenities and exceptional service. With wood-panelled libraries and cosy fireplaces, the hotel manages to fuse traditional charm with a modern twist in its renovated event spaces and luxurious rooms. Hanbury Manor will undoubtedly captivate you...
Isle of Sheppey
Discover a unique wedding venue at Elmley Nature Reserve, just an hour away from London. This privately owned estate offers a stunning Victorian barn, luxurious wild spaces, and cosy accommodation with picturesque wilderness views. Host your two day exclusive wedding in the heart of Kent at Kingshill Farm, perfect for rustic and wilderness-themed weddings…
Enfield
Forty Hall is a beautiful Grade 1 Listed Jacobean Manor House located in Enfield, North London. Guests can experience the stunning period rooms and admire the fine architecture of the building. The 18th Century landscape of the Grade II listed estate spans 273 acres and boasts an array of natural and manmade features. Forty Hall surely ticks all your boxes…
Newgate Street
Located in Hertford, Ponsbourne Park is a historic venue awaiting your wedding dreams. With a dedicated wedding coordinator, the venue is waiting for you to personalise it for your wedding day. This wedding venue has everything, from a civil ceremony license, dedicated wedding coordinator, luxury on-site accommodation and award winning catering…
Located in the Kentish countryside with views of the North Downs, Edenwood Place is just 8 minutes from Maidstone and 10 from Medway. With three ceremony rooms and plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces that are exclusively yours, this family-run wedding venue promise to fulfil your wedding dreams and make it truly special. With comprehensive packages, a choice of recommended caterers and a champagne glass wall, this industrial-meets-botanic wedding venue in truly like no other in Kent…
Eltham
Enjoy the convenience of a city location whilst being surrounded by 13-acres of the award-winning Well Hall Pleasance parkland on your wedding day. The Tudor Barn Eltham is a rustic 16th century Tudor Barn licenced for civil ceremonies of up to 40 guests in the beautiful Tudor Gallery, and ideally designed for reception celebrations of 250 guests…
Sandon
Located in Sandon Hertfordshire, just an hour drive from London, Sandon Manor is a history wedding venue that gives you access to 800 acres of re-wilded nature reserves. You'll have exclusive use of this wedding venue, with private accommodation for you and your guests, a choice between three caterers, an events coordinator and up to 150 guests…
Barnet
This elegant Victorian manor gives you charming indoor spaces or the ability to host a marquee on the glorious sweeping gardens. West Lodge Park situated in Barnet close to Hadley Wood, provides a venue for all-inclusive wedding celebrations. Choose from an array of individually styled suites to house your ceremony, wedding feast and evening reception…
Tower Hill
If you’re looking for a romantic, opulent and grand space in London to exchange your vows and celebrate in style, then look no further than Trinity House. With its regal, spacious rooms and captivating views of the picturesque Trinity House gardens, the River Thames and the Tower of London, your wedding day will be nothing short of iconic. Click here to find out more…
Kentford
Located in Suffolk, Lanwades Hall is a grand mansion for the Edwardian period that welcome you to host an exclusive one-day or multi-day wedding. With three spaces licensed for civil ceremonies and a choice between two exceptional caterers, you can truly make your wedding day your own. They have 13 on-site bedrooms and space for up to 130 guests…
Sutton
This Elizabethan manor offers a unique all-inclusive venue exclusively yours for your wedding day. Located just outside Shottisham, you can hold your ceremony outside in their gorgeous walled garden. Couples can then dine like royalty with 130 loved ones in their grand Ballroom. Allow your guests to stay in the venue’s award-winning accommodation after the celebrations…
Madingly
Madingley Hall is a beautiful, historic venue set in stunning gardens, close to Cambridge and London. With its 16th-century architecture and elegant decor, it is the perfect choice for your wedding. The location is just four miles from the centre of Cambridge and easily accessible from London by car or public transport..
St Albans
St. Michael's Manor hotel is situated near the historic city centre of St Albans in Hertfordshire, close to the renowned Abbey Cathedral and the ancient city of Verulamium. The hotel boasts five acres of stunning private English country gardens and a one-acre lake. Offering an idyllic setting unrivalled in its elegance and charm, St Michael's Manor presents a truly magical experience…
Dry Drayton
Childerley Estate is a relaxed and family-run wedding venue just 15 minutes from Cambridge. They have an attentive and experienced team, excellent catering, historic and romantic gardens to take your wedding photos against and a capacity of up to 180 guests. Childerely Estate is the informal wedding venue you have been looking for…