An Essex Wedding - Page number 26 - November/December 2021 (Issue 101)

BADDOW PARK HOUSE 01245 473 969 | www.baddowparkhouse.co.uk In the heart of Essex, a stone’s throw from Chelmsford in Great Baddow, Baddow Park House’s gardens are an integral part of the venue and have been designed to provide couples with an idyllic backdrop. The versatility of the venue’s spaces means it can accommodate any wedding from the most luxurious, intimate occasion to a full on 150-guest celebration and beyond! Throughout the house you’ll find sumptuous textures, hidden spaces and stylish décor, all creating the perfect blend of luxury and tradition for you to embrace and embellish with your own style. For smaller cosy weddings, the Oak Room is perfect for up to 50 guests with its open fireplace and wood panelling, or take advantage of the incredible light and sweeping views of the Drawing Room which can accommodate up to 80 guests. Its recently renovated Orangery is without doubt an iconic and showstopping space that can be transformed to suit requirements. Seating up to 150 day guests (up to 250 for the evening), its stunning natural light can be enhanced further by opening the wall of bi-folding doors revealing the views across the terrace to the vineyards beyond. This seamless balance between indoors and outdoors means the Orangery is ideal for any season; gorgeous summer wedding days or crispy Autumnal evenings are both suited to it. It boasts a fully stocked bar mixing Art Deco styling with modern technology ‒ a meeting point, a focal point and real talking point at any wedding. In better weather, couples can make the most of the pavilion for al fresco nuptials and can utilise the Log Shed Bar – perfect for a pre- or post-ceremony cocktail and it has its own pizza oven and barbecue! For a memorable moment, head into the whimsical woodland to discover a firepit for toasting marshmallows, while sipping the finest hot chocolate and sharing stories and creating new memories under the stars. When tying the knot here, couples benefit from a Bridal Suite and a further 10 luxury bedrooms, sleeping 30. Always being respectful to the house’s heritage and history, each room has been totally renovated and redecorated in keeping with the eclectic style. The finest linens, super stylish wallpapers and feature beds all combine to leave you safe in the knowledge that when it is finally time to call it a night your slumber is in a space of comfort and luxury. MARKSHALL ESTATE 01376 565 420 | www.markshall.org.uk/weddings Set in 2,350 acres of serene Essex countryside, less than an hour from London between the towns of Braintree and Colchester, Markshall Estate has three unique wedding locations to choose from. Couples can enjoy the al fresco settings of the romantic woodland or the Parterre Garden seating up to 100 day guest. Or in winter months, step into its grand yet intimate 18 th -century Coach House which overlooks the arboretum and lakes. A historic red brick and timber-framed masterpiece for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts (of up to140) it boasts rustic beams, beautiful details and a private terrace. The Coach House and Brick House Farm Meadow can host up to 200 evening guests. When tying the knot here, couples and their closest friends and family have access to a private preparation suite, just minutes from the Coach House, where they can take advantage of the hair and make-up bar and enjoy specially selected canapés! Couples can choose between venue-only hire or choose a wedding package complete with catering; either way, couples get exclusive use of the venue for 48 hours. 26