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

THAT AMAZING PLACE 01279 354 455 | www.thatamazingplace.co.uk What to expect Nestled in the Essex countryside, this 15th century Grade II listed former monastery has been beautifully refurbished, with every detail lovingly restored to highlight the venue’s history with a contemporary twist. Exclusively yours, with a picturesque location and breathtaking views of the grounds and lake, That Amazing Place offers the perfect backdrop for your special day. From the long driveway up to the house on arrival, to enjoying reception drinks on the patio with views of the lake, all of your guests will enjoy the stunning scenery That Amazing Place has to offer. Time to celebrate Say your vows in The Lakeview Lounge (70 guests), The Hall (100 guests), the Outdoor Gazebo (150 guests) or the Marquee (150 Guests), then enjoy a wedding breakfast for up to 80 seated friends and family in The Hall – or up to 150 in the marquee. You can then party the night away with a reception for up to 200 of your favourite people. We love... The venue offers full use of the manor house, facilities plus a honeymoon suite and 14 deluxe bedrooms (sleeping up to 31 guests)! You can also stay the night before your wedding in The Wedding Lodge, their bridal preparation house, sleeping up to eight people. MULBERRY HOUSE 01277 365 398 | https://mulberry-house.com What to expect This stunning Georgian country house offers a wealth of beautiful space to accommodate your dream wedding. On the first floor of the house is the exquisite, newly-renovated honeymoon suite which is available for you to enjoy on the night of your wedding. The beautiful grounds stretch to 22 acres and include the Mulberry tree from which the house gets its present name. There’s a Wellingtonia Fir planted to commemorate the Battle of Waterloo as well as many other mature trees including Lime, Ash, Elm, Yew and Chestnut. Within the grounds, there are many photo opportunities for couples, which includes a wishing well, Chippendale bridge and long grass meadows. The back paddock is home to the venue’s herd of alpacas, who all enjoy being involved on the day. Time to celebrate The Lakeview Gazebo provides a truly picturesque setting for a dreamy outdoor wedding, available between April to September on days when the weather is fine. If the British weather decides not to play along, Mulberry House offers complete flexibility and can arrange for your celebrations to be moved inside under the vaulted ceiling of the Cedar Suite. Both spaces seat 130 guests. For your reception, the air-conditioned Mulberry Suite boasts a stunning vaulted ceiling and statement chandelier. Seating up to 120 for your wedding breakfast, it’s perfect for a contemporary whilst traditional wedding breakfast and evening reception. Located on the ground floor of the main house, it also has its own private bar and cloakroom. The décor has been kept neutral, with wooden floors and exposed oak beams ready to be dressed as you wish! Hidden behind the beautiful Georgian house lies a stunning and newly refurbished all season’s marquee, seating up to 130 guests for a sit-down meal or 200 informally for an evening reception. It also has its own built-in bar and private decking area with lower outside terrace for use on warmer days or simply for some fresh air. The ivory draped, starlit ceiling with crystal chandeliers creates a magical feel for those special night-time occasions. The Marquee can be accessed via the main house, making it ideal for winter weddings, or from the woodland gardens during those sunny summer days. We love... Woodland Weddings have now launched at Mulberry House! With new outdoor rustic ceremony locations within the extensive grounds and space for your wedding tent to be erected by the lake, the charm of this option is undeniable. Hosting a Woodland Wedding allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty surrounding them. www.jasminejadephotography.co.uk Vikki Watts Photography 22

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