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

DOWN HALL HOTEL, SPA & ESTATE 01279 731 441 | www.downhall.co.uk This 19th century Italianate mansion boasts a luxury spa and 98 beautiful bedrooms. The exclusive use West Wing area caters specifically for weddings and corporate events for up to 220 guests. Now a selfcontained, dedicated wedding space, inclusive of six event rooms, ballroom, bridal dressing suite and groomsmen suite, fully licensed for civil ceremonies. Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate is set in 110 acres of beautiful, landscaped gardens and thriving woodlands with spectacular views from every angle. Celebrate in style Your ceremony can take place in the Bridgeman Selwin Suite - the hotel’s largest events space, comfortably seating 220 people for a ceremony, and over 200 for reception dinner. The room is decorated in a contemporary style and has plenty of natural daylight with views across the gardens. Secondly, the Oxford Belcamp is located in the newly refurbished West Wing, the Oxford Belcamp, combines the Oxford and Belcamp suites, comfortably seating 160 people for a ceremony, and over 130 for dinner and 140 for reception. If you want to marry al fresco, there’s a stunning outdoor ceremony area for those warmer weddings, there’s also the Charles Garden where reception drinks can be had. It’s also a gorgeous backdrop to capture your fairytale photographs. We love... Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate offers all couples a menu tasting evening ahead of the wedding. The hotel also offers discounted room rate for all wedding guests. MARYGREEN MANOR 01277 225 252 | www.marygreenmanor.co.uk What to expect The Marygreen Manor is a Tudor Manor House dating from the 16th Century and was originally home to Henry Roper, Gentleman Servant to Catherine of Aragon. This stunning venue, set in beautiful grounds, provides a perfect backdrop to your special day. Beautifully presented, the garden is host to many delightful features including a rose arbour, ornamental pond and authentic thatched game larder. In the warmer months, the garden is also the ideal location for your reception drinks and proves a popular area for guests to socialise during the evening festivities. Time to celebrate The tastefully decorated Samuel Pepys Room is fully licensed to hold your civil ceremony or partnership. With the high ceilings and large picture windows adding to its overall elegance and charm, the Samuel Pepys Room is the perfect setting in which to celebrate the beginning of your new life together, in the company of your family and close friends. For your reception, the Henry VIII Suite has a capacity of 85 for a perfect wedding breakfast with the original Tudor oak beams contrasting beautifully with the crisp white table linen and stunning food presentation. Interconnecting with the Samuel Pepys Room, and opening out onto the tranquil gardens, this intimate and versatile suite also boasts a dancefloor and full bar facility - perfect for your evening festivities! With a capacity of 120, Tudors Restaurant is set in the Baronial Hall of Marygreen Manor. This award-winning restaurant offers international cuisine with beautiful A la Carte and Du Jour Menus, both complemented by an exceptional wine list. The warm interiors and high beamed ceiling offer a spectacular setting for your special day. Tudors Restaurant can be hired for your bespoke wedding breakfast or, at an additional hire supplement, as part of one of the wedding packages. We love... Marygreen’s Tudor Suites and rooms are situated in the main house and benefit from many original, period features dating back to the 16th century. Steeped in history, these suites have either four poster or handcarved beds. These rooms come with bathrobes, slippers and an enhanced selection of toiletries for your comfort. 24

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