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Essex is one of the most varied wedding venue counties in England - and one of the most underrated. Within its borders you'll find converted barns on working farms around Braintree and Saffron Walden, grand country estates on the fringes of Dedham Vale and Epping Forest, coastal venues on Mersea Island and the Blackwater Estuary, and well-connected town-centre hotels in Chelmsford, Colchester and Brentwood.

For couples based in London, wedding venues in Essex offer something rare: genuine countryside and coastal character within 35 to 55 minutes of Liverpool Street. This page brings together venues across every area and style, so you can browse, compare and enquire in one place.

Last reviewed: August 2026. Venue listings, pricing and Quick Facts are checked and refreshed regularly to keep this guide accurate.

Essex Wedding Venues - Compare Prices & Reviews

Top 30 Essex Wedding Venues - Compare Prices & Reviews

Creating memories with unique celebrations in the heart of the Essex Countryside, Baddow Park House provides the perfect blend of history, stunning architecture and meticulous attention to detail.

Baddow Park House

Stunning Georgian manor house in the glorious Essex countryside. Offering grand and ornate reception rooms, Queen Charlotte’s Gallery with 120ft long aisle and Marquis of Buckingham’s Ballroom.

Gosfield Hall Wedding Venue

Apton Hall is an exclusive Wedding & Events Venue set in the beautiful Essex countryside


Apton Hall

Unmistakably Friern Manor, having led the way from the traditional to the uniquely different, we remain splendidly English, thoroughly cosmopolitan, with elegant spaces all set amid picturesque grounds. 

Friern Manor Country House Hotel

Weddings at Wivenhoe House are everything you’d expect and more. Our stunning 18th Century, country house hotel makes the perfect backdrop for your wedding and is set in the most idyllic of locations.

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Within the historic setting of Blake Hall and its stunning private gardens, we are proud to offer you the beautifully restored 17th century barns and surrounding areas for your exclusive use for weddings, wedding receptions and other special occasion

Blake Hall Weddings

A historic wedding venue with a beautiful 17th century wedding barn is the perfect location for your special day.

Vaulty Manor

Just a few miles from [London](/search/wedding-venues/london), you will discover some of the best wedding venues in the UK, in the beautiful county of Essex. From rustic barns to the most alternative places to get married in.

If you are looking for the perfect wedding venue in Essex, you've come to the right place! There's no doubt that Essex has some of the best selection of dream-worthy spots to tie the knot - no matter what your taste or budget is. From small venues to grand country homes, like Gosfield Hall in Halstead, you'll be sure to find your dream space with Bridebook's UK venue directory and bespoke search!  

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Wedding Venues in Essex

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Essex weddings cost just under the UK average

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Perfect for glamorous outdoor celebrations

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When to Get Married in Essex

Longer for top venues and weekends in the summer

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Transport & Accommodation for Essex Weddings

Weddings in Essex are all about bringing the party

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Home to modern venues and strong transport links

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17th-century barn surrounded by countryside

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Think bold florals, luxe decor, creative lighting


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From photobooths to live cooking stations

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