An Essex Wedding - July/August 2024 (Issue 117)

OLD ESSEX BARN 01376 812 699 | www.oldessexbarn.co.uk This beautifully restored barn exudes charm and elegance. With its exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and ambient lighting, the barn provides a captivating backdrop for your ceremony or reception. Venture to Old Essex Barns and get lost in the Essex countryside. The outside area features a picturesque pond, great for couple shots on the day. Guests will enjoy taking a stroll through the beautiful gardens. Time to celebrate! Ceremonies can take place in two locations at Old Essex Barn. The main barn, built in the 15th century, is oozing with character, restored beautifully with capacity for 100 guests. Outdoor ceremonies can take place in the venue’s charming pergola, providing a lost garden feel as you say your I dos amongst nature, holding up to 120 guests. The evening reception takes place in the main barn with its own stage area for DJs or live bands. The capacity of the main barn in the evening is 200 guests. We love! Menu tasting is included in the barn package and exclusive package. Plus, accommodation and a preparation room is offered for the day of your wedding. THE COMPASSES AT PATTISWICK 01376 561 322 | www.compassespattiswick.co.uk The Compasses wraps you in warmth and 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 go to 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 make-up suite fitted with full length mirrors, professional chairs, excellent lighting and plenty of power sockets! https://eyeshineweddingphotography.co.uk https://sallyrawlinsphotography.com 20

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