An Essex Wedding - Jul/Aug 2019 (Issue 87)

And the winner is… Essex wedding venue Cressing Temple Barns has announced the winners of its win-a-wedding competition, which was launched at its open day in April. Organised to celebrate its fresh branding and to showcase what the historic setting has to offer, Grace and Matt were keen to go along to the event, not expecting to end up being able to tie the knot there for free. “When we heard the news we were so happy,” says Grace. “It was the only venue we wanted and we can’t wait to start the next chapter of our lives at Cressing Temple Barns.” Head to visitparks.co.uk/places/ cressing-temple-barns The latest from around the region IN-TENTS! Nestled within 300 acres of rolling countryside in the heart of Dedham Vale, the newly launched Luxury Tipi at Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa is perfect for bringing a memorable festival vibe to your big day. Kitted out with long banqueting tables to seat up to 100 of your nearest and dearest, the tipi also features neutral woven carpet, flickering fairylights and vintage- style bunting overhead. There’s a fully stocked, manned bar and a cosy fire pit for the evenings. Once the celebrations are over, the newlyweds can retire to the bridal glamping suite for a night under the stars. To find out more, visit the showcase weekend on 17 th and 18 th August, 2019. Visit stokebynayland.com/weddings NEWS Nearlywed INTIMATE RECEPTIONS If huge venues and long guest lists aren’t your thing, then check out the recently refurbished Garden Room and Courtyard at The Blue Anchor in Feering. An intimate, private setting for receptions, it accommodates 50 people for a sit-down meal and 80 loved ones for a buffet. With a private bar, exclusive courtyard access and on-site accommodation, it encapsulates the saying ‘good things come in small packages.’ To find out more, head to theblueanchorfeering.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 9