An Essex Wedding - November/December 2024 (Issue 119)

THE COMPASSES AT PATTISWICK 01376 561 322 | www.compassespattiswick.co.uk The Compasses wraps you in rustic charm. Warm sandstone floors with oak timbers and sash windows offer bright clean light, complementing warmth from the fireplaces. The ceremony area is comfortably large without feeling barnlike and retains intimacy. Step outside to see hedgerows brimming with cow parsley, fox glove and honeysuckle which lead you along picturesque country lanes to this hidden gem, gently nestled in beautiful surroundings with open fields and breathtaking views across the rural landscape of North Essex. The spacious gardens even has a children’s area to keep the kids entertained and stunning sunsets provide remarkable photo opportunities. Time to celebrate Guests have exclusive use of the entire building and grounds. The Compasses at Pattiswick has capacity for 120 guests for ceremonies. We love! There’s a stunning bridal room with space for 10 people. This stylish and contemporary room is designed to make those very precious hours in the lead up to your ceremony a very special occasion. It includes a makeup suite fitted with full length mirrors, professional chairs, excellent lighting and plenty of power sockets! STOKE BY NAYLAND RESORT 01206 262 836 | www.stokebynayland.com Situated on 300 acres of beautiful countryside, SbN Resort offers a stunning backdrop for weddings. Everywhere you look, fabulous views provide endless photo opportunities, from meandering woodland pathways to romantic lakes. Each of the resort’s function spaces features exclusive terraces, allowing couples and guests to enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful Dedham Vale. Guests are welcomed into the contemporary 80-bedroom hotel through a bright and airy lobby featuring bespoke cherry blossom wallpaper, a nod to the heritage of the family-owned resort and its sister company, Boxford Farms. SbN also offers 10 eco-friendly Apple Tree Lodge apartments, providing additional accommodation for wedding guests. Time to celebrate For larger weddings, the Devora Suite is SbN’s most spectacular space, with panoramic views of the golf course and lakes. It can accommodate up to 220 guests for a wedding breakfast, with room for an additional 80 evening guests. The private Devora Terrace, overlooking the scenic grounds, can also be used for an outdoor ceremony with up to 100 guests. The Constable Rooms – comprising of two flexible, interconnecting rooms, the Haywain and the Dedham – are perfect for civil ceremonies. They can be hired individually for intimate gatherings of 20 guests or combined for larger ceremonies of up to 200, with both rooms offering fabulous views of Constable Country from their exclusive terrace. For a wedding breakfast, the Constable Rooms accommodate 70 guests, with space for up to 150 evening guests. For couples seeking a more relaxed, festival-style celebration, the secluded tipi site is a perfect choice. Located on a hilltop surrounded by woodland, wildflower meadow and overlooking two tranquil lakes, the tipis create a magical outdoor setting just five minutes from the hotel. The tipis can host up to 100 guests for the day and evening. We love... SbN is an ideal location for hosting a wedding weekend, with plenty of accommodation for guests! Get together for a pre-wedding dinner, relax at the spa, or play a round of golf for an unforgettable experience before the big day. https://eyeshineweddingphotography.co.uk https://sallyrawlinsphotography.com Holly Waters Photography Alexander Parnell LOCAL VENUES 29

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