An Essex Wedding - Page number 29 - November/December 2021 (Issue 101)

PONTLANDS PARK 01245 476 444 | www.pontlandsparkhotel.co.uk The beautifully landscaped gardens and driveway give a great first impression of this imposing Victorian house – complete with picturesque bridge and pond! Lovingly restored internally to a contemporary finish, in the main house wedding parties are surrounded by history. The Marquee, with its silk-lined ceiling and chandeliers, is a great backdrop, while the staircase in the main house offers an amazing photographic opportunity for newlyweds. For al fresco nuptials, the new garden gazebo can seat up to 100 guests overlooking the Essex countryside, or the intimate Lilli Suite ‒ with views of the gardens and pond area ‒ is ideal for up to 60 guests seated for the ceremony. Additionally, the light and fully air-conditioned Conservatory Suite allows up to 100 guests (higher numbers with standing space). Receptions can take place in both the Conservatory (90) which is fully air-conditioned or the beautiful Marquee (180). The venue has a dedicated wedding team and also offers exclusive- use packages and a complimentary menu tasting for the couple. Being a 35-bedroom hotel, means your guests won’t have far to go after your wedding day, all rates are inclusive of breakfast, meaning you can celebrate the morning after all together. HUTTON HALL 01277 402 992 | www.huttonhall.co.uk Hutton Hall is a Georgian Manor house with a very interesting history. On arrival, a sweeping driveway will lead you through the beautiful gardens, past the duck pond to the front door of the hall. The Grade II* listed 300-year-old house boasts many historic features such as the large Jacobean fireplace and listed grand staircase in the hall. Now a luxurious wedding venue that has been completely refurbished creating a fabulous blend of traditional elegance and modern styles. The panoramic marquee situated in eight acres of manicured gardens overlooks the fountain and the Rose Garden providing a stunning backdrop on your wedding day. The gardens are particularly beautiful in spring, summer and early autumn with flower beds filled with stunning flowers, perfect rolling lawns, trees and a partial historic moat with a bridge leading to the village church. The gazebo for outdoor weddings stands on the lawn in a beautiful position to the side of the Rose Garden. Christmas weddings at Hutton Hall are very festive with a 12ft Christmas tree in the Grand Hall, lots of twinkling lights and decorations and crackling log fires. Ceremonies take place in the panelled Blue Room for up to 100 people, al fresco under the rustic gazebo situated on the rear lawn for up to 120 people, or couples can choose the village church situated on Church Lane 150 yards from the hall to the side of the moat. Post-vows, the Blue Room, the Grand Hall, the Library and the Piano Room are all stunning reception rooms; what’s more, afternoon drinks receptions can be hosted in the Rose Garden directly to the rear of the marquee. Wedding breakfast can be held for up to 120 people and the evening reception 150. When tying the knot here, one feature that couples absolutely fall in love with is the stunning two-storey Bridal Preparation Room on the first floor. Included in packages is an overnight stay in the Bridal Suite for the couple on the night of their wedding. www.day andknightphotography.co.uk WINTER VENUES 29