An Essex Wedding - September/October 2024 (Issue 118)

BRAXTED PARK ESTATE OPEN DAY IN OCTOBER Braxted Park Estate offers a unique blend of serenity and sophistication that come together in one magnificent venue. Set amongst the picturesque Essex countryside, Braxted Park Estate is a carefully curated space that offers the perfect setting where forever memories are created and everything you could wish for is here in this one breathtaking location. And on 20th October, 2024 you’ll be able to experience this exquisite location for yourselves. County Wedding Events is hosting a must-visit wedding fair between 11am and 3pm; the team will on hand alongside talented local suppliers ready to talk about your big day. Braxted Park Estate’s friendly and knowledgeable team will also be there to guide you around the 500-acre estate and will be serving delicious refreshments throughout the day. Pre-register for the event now: www.countyweddingevents.com/braxted-park-may-weddingshow GREENWOODS HOTEL & SPA HOST CELEBRITY AFTERNOON TEA Multi-award winning Greenwoods Hotel & Spa in Stock Essex hosted some important guests for afternoon tea this month: celebrity vegan pastry chef and author Danielle Maupertuis with her guest Karin Ridgers of Veggie Vision TV channel; and autism activist, broadcaster and fundraiser Dr Anna Kennedy OBE (pictued)who visited with her friend Steven Smith, celebrity make-up artist and writer. Danielle and Karin enjoyed a delicious vegan afternoon tea which is a varied selection of sandwiches, cakes, sweet treats and veganfriendly scones, cream substitute and preserves. Dr Anna Kennedy OBE, former The People’s Strictly contestant, activist and charity fundraiser is looking to hold her next event in 2025 for Autism Got’s Talent as is hoping Greenwoods’ spectacular Garden Suite could fit the bill. The venue has some great value packaged for charities and individuals organising fundraising events and the team will be on hand to make the event a success. Together with celebrity make-up artist Seven Smith, Dr Anna had the full hotel tour, then enjoyed afternoon tea in the luxurious lounge and bar. Traditional afternoon tea is available seven days a week with sparkling afternoon tea also available, from £32.50 per person. For further information and to book visit greenwoodshotel.com or call the reservations team on 01277 829990. SURPRISE GUESTS WITH A CHAMPAGNE TOWER! Surprise guests with a champagne tower! Beautiful wedding venue, Houchins, now offers a champagne tower which is proving very popular - and is a great photo opportunity! Why not add this to your package to kick off the reception drinks or to welcome evening guests - or whenever the happy couple would like. Houchins will construct the champagne tower in the perfect position with 55 glasses for £150. The champagne is not included - but it can be added to a drinks package or they can pay corkage - however they would like to do it. The newlyweds can then of course pour the champagne and get the bubbles flowing! Contact the team to find out more: www.houchins.co.uk 10

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