An Essex Wedding - July/August 2023 (Issue 111)

EAST MERSEA HALL 01206 384 630 | https://eastmerseahall.com East Mersea Hall’s Pavilion is a barn style venue. With light oak beams and flooring, draping ceiling, glass fronted floor to ceiling windows that overlook the lake, it’s a great location for your day. Celebrate in style East Mersea Hall is licensed for civil ceremonies both inside the Drawing Room and The Pavilion and outside in the walled garden or tranquil woodland. The beautiful Saint Edmunds Church is also situated a 30-second walk away. The Pavilion can seat up to 150 guests for your wedding breakfast and 250 for an evening do. We love... The grounds are picturesque with mature woodland, a stunning lake and landscaped gardens. It’s located five minutes from East Mersea beach. COLCHESTER TOWN HALL 01206 506 905 | https://colchester-weddings.co.uk The Town Hall is a jewel in Colchester’s crown. From its prominent city centre location, this magnificent Baroque structure, with its Victorian tower and statue of St Helena – Colchester’s patron saint – dominates the surrounding area. Bursting with Edwardian glamour, the Hall represents the most romantic and historic of venues. The building boasts a rich heritage, and couples are guaranteed to make a grand red-carpet entrance from the moment they step inside. Celebrate in style Couples can choose from a variety of function rooms to wed in, all of which are fully licensed for ceremonies and receptions. Moot Hall is the largest and most popular of spaces – its high-arched ceiling and tall stained-glass windows create the perfect setting for up to 250 guests. There’s also the Council Chamber – ideal for an intimate wedding ceremony of up to 80; the Mayoral Suite, which comprises the Grand Jury and West Committee Rooms for up to 110; and the Old Library, a fully self-contained suite with reception, kitchen and cloakroom, again for up to 80. Receptions are then held in Moot Hall or the Old Library, during which the newlyweds can take a stroll to Castle Park for photographs. We love... You’re spoilt for choice with photo opportunities. Aerial shots of your ceremony can even be captured by your wedding photographer from the chamber balcony. https://lissimorephoto.co.uk LOCAL VENUES 29

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