An Essex Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 90)

 CRONDON PARK WEDDING VENUE 01277 843 034 | crondonpark.com What can you expect? Fresh from winning the Best Countryside Wedding Venue at the British Wedding Awards 2019, this established venue in the valley of Crondon boasts stunning views across the Essex countryside. The pretty water feature in the Baronial Gardens is a wonderful backdrop for wedding photographs. The Baronial Hall is a fine example of a Tudor light- oak beamed barn. With its rustic charm it’s become a premier venue in the county. Let’s celebrate! The “I dos” take place in the Ryder Room (100 guests), which looks amazing adorned with twinkling fairylights. There’s also the option to hold the ceremony al fresco. Wedding breakfasts take place in the Baronial Hall where couples can enjoy their meal with up to 148 loved ones followed by an evening reception for up to 200. We love… Those getting married here will love the luxurious bridal suite and guests can stay in the five en suite bedrooms. CRESSING TEMPLE BARNS 0333 013 8156 | cressingtemplebarns.co.uk What can you expect? Nestled between Braintree and Witham are the beautiful Grade I listed Cressing Temple Barns. Complementing the Templar-built barn is an idyllic and peaceful Tudor walled garden, which provides a perfect backdrop for photographs with its arbour, viewing platform and trickling water feature. The 13 th -century barns, which were built in the Templar Knight period, are steeped in history with ancient timbers and brickwork providing a wow- factor backdrop to celebrations. Let’s celebrate! Ceremonies can be held in two of the barns for up to 200 guests. The Wheat Barn has a viewing platform for amazing aerial photos, while the Barley Barn provides a blank-canvas space with its hard floor, wooden timbers and brickwork giving a rustic vibe. Outdoor weddings (100 guests) are hosted in the Gardener’s Shelter and adjoining orchard from April to mid-July. In the evening, parties move to the Evening Barn and courtyard – a great party spot for a DJ or live entertainment. We love… Couples who marry here are offered a complimentary date night at one of the venue’s outdoor film screenings for their first anniversary. kerriemitchell.co.uk THEMED VENUES 21