An Essex Wedding - March/April 2023 (Issue 109)

DOWN HALL HOTEL, ESTATE & SPA 01279 731 441 | www.downhall.co.uk Established as one of England’s most established country house hotels, Down Hall is situated within 110 acres of picturesque woods, parks, and landscaped gardens, complete with a stunning wedding gazebo that’s perfect for outdoor ceremonies. The fountain also makes for the most beautiful backdrop to your wedding photos. A long driveway through the beautiful grounds leads to the stunning Italianate mansion – with ornate stone masonry and detailed architecture – a stunning backdrop to any wedding with a truly historic setting. Dating back to as far as 1021, this grandiose stately home radiates a gorgeous country mansion charm – perfect for the big day. Celebrate in style The Oxford / Belcamp suites can welcome 160 people. It’s an exclusiveuse space specially designed for weddings and boasts a lovely ornate fireplace with a contemporary twist. Secondly, the gazebo can host 200 guests where you’ll be surrounded by beautiful, landscaped gardens. For your reception, as well as the aforementioned Oxford / Belcamp suites, there’s also the Bridgeman suite catering for 180. This suite, with its iconic chandeliers, is the largest space. The room is decorated in a contemporary style, with an abundance of natural daylight and views across the landscaped gardens. We love... New to Down Hall is the Glasscock Suite which is an ideal space for any groom to relax with his groomsmen. Equipped with a 65-inch smart screen, PlayStation 4 and a pool table, there are plenty of activities designed to relax and entertain your party. HOUCHINS WEDDING VENUE 01376 561 448 | www.houchins.co.uk The formally landscaped wedding garden has been cleverly planted to show interest all year. So, no matter what time of year a wedding takes place there’s always some formal structure and colour in the garden. Beyond the garden is the woodland area for woodland weddings fronted by the recently renovated pond and fountain providing an elegant arrival. The Main Barn known as the Grain Store incorporates a large, open fireplace and mezzanine gallery to make full use of the 35-foot-high ceilings. The Grain Store is centrally located between the bar and dance barn helping your evening flow. Celebrate in style The marquee is available from April to October and is set in the wedding garden and seats up to 150 guests. Adjoining the Grain Store, the Foundry is a perfect space for out of season weddings with a central fireplace and overlooking the formal wedding garden. Set beyond the formal wedding garden is the woodland area which has a meandering pathway mown through it to a ceremony area with seating for up to 150 guests. Finally, set within the house is the oak panelled drawing room for smaller more intimate weddings for up to 25 guests. Receptions take place on the west facing terrace overlooking the wedding garden with capacity for up to 150 guests. Out of season receptions take place inside the Chitting Shed around the bar area for up to 150 guests. We love... The reception drinks area incorporates the bar and enormous west facing terrace overlooking the wedding gardens. Enjoy garden games and mingling with your guests before celebrating the wedding breakfast. www.jessicamoorephotography.co.uk www.jessicamoorephotography.co.uk THEMED VENUES 23

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