Your London Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 69)

LEEZ PRIORY, ESSEX Set within 40 acres of parkland, Leez Priory has something for everyone. Meander up the driveway and you’ll be greeted by the breathtaking sight of this characterful manor house. Enjoy croquet on the manicured lawns or explore the more woodland settings. With two lakes to choose from, not to mention the imposing Great Tower, photo opportunities abound. There’s a multitude of ceremony spaces on offer from the Tower, which seats 60 loved ones, the rustic Coach House, where 100 guests can witness your vows, or the Great Hall where you can say ‘I do’ by the feature fireplace in front of 100 friends and family. Or why not tie the not al fresco? With the Tower and Main House Carriageways, there’s a choice of four outdoor settings here, seating a maximum of 100 nearest and dearest. Hired on an exclusive-use basis, there’s plenty of flexibility for receptions too, up to 100 invitees can be accommodated for the wedding breakfast in the largest space, the Coach House. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01245 362 555 | leez-priory.co.uk lavenhamphotographic.co.uk boutiqueweddingfilms.uk and lucynoble.com THE MANOR ELSTREE, HERTFORDSHIRE This Tudor-style mansion, which dates back to 1540, is set in 10 acres of countryside and woodlands. Picture your guests travelling up the hotel’s long, winding, driveway to this beautiful black and white-beamed mansion. Ceremonies take place in either the Aldenham Suite, which seats 90 guests, the Cavendish Restaurant, where 70 loved ones can look on as you say ‘I do’ or the Beaufort Room, where 50 friends and family can witness your vows. The Cavendish Restaurant can also accommodate receptions for up to 120 carousers or the Arkley Suite, with its private bar and built-in dancefloor, is ideal for parties of 60 for dinner. In early 2020, the hotel expects to receive a licence for outdoor ceremonies on its gorgeous garden terrace to boot, roll on summer! Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 020 8327 4700 | themanorelstree.co.uk OUTSIDE THE M25 33