Wedding Venues in East of England

Home to one of the oldest debating societies in the world, the Cambridge Union Society is a stunning Victorian Gothic building set in the heart of the historic city centre. ​ Every wedding at the Cambridge Union Society is a unique experience of true English luxury, whether you are planning a lavish party for hundreds or an intimate affair for close friends, the elegant architecture, pretty garden and the vibrant atmosphere of the debating chamber create a wedding venue that is truly unforgettable. Professional advice and recommendations are offered at every stage of your wedding planning by our experienced wedding team, from the initial viewing of the Union, through to the highly-recommended suppliers that we work with. Getting married is one of the most important days of your life and our aim is to ensure that it becomes your most cherished memory. Our role is simple: we are here to help on your wedding day and making it easier and enjoyable.

Greenwoods Hotel & Spa Retreat is one of the leading wedding venues in Essex. Set in picturesque gardens, this 17th century listed manor house combines historical romance with luxury contemporary styling to create a breathtaking setting for the biggest day of your life. With over 12 years’ experience in creating dream wedding days, Greenwoods will be able to guide you through every step of the planning process. Whether you’re looking for an intimate ceremony for 20 guests or a lavish celebration for 200, Greenwoods will work to make sure that your wedding is planned to perfection. The brand new, multi-million-pound Garden Suite opened in the Spring of 2017 and has been hosting stylish weddings ever since. The beautiful space has been built to cater for 200 sit down guests and a total of 300 evening guests. The suite comes equipped with PA system, built in sound and lighting systems, a terrace overlooking the gardens and exclusive bar and toilets. Waiting staff will be on hand to help with their attentive, yet unobtrusive service and a wedding coordinator will oversee everything, ensuring your day runs perfectly. For a more intimate wedding celebration we have our library and boardroom for up to 50 people for a civil marriage or partnership ceremony and up to 40 people for a sit down meal. If you’re planning a less formal reception or for an evening reception, 100 people standing can be catered for within this stylish space. The magnificent English gardens are the perfect choice for summer ceremonies. The stunning surroundings offer a superb backdrop and can seat up to 150 guests, provide an idyllic setting for drinks receptions and be used to create truly memorable photography. Enquire now and see for yourself the beautiful wedding facilities and stunning grounds, ready and waiting for your special day. Book a private tour and consultation with the Wedding & Events Coordinator and be sure to visit on one of the Open Days or Fayres. For more information call us on 01277 829990 "Greenwoods offer the perfect combination of a large venue that is still intimate and delivering a highly personal service for their couples. The continuous hard work of their coordinator was highly praised for working seamlessly behind the scenes to ensure a perfect day. Good packages on offer and variety of lovely rooms " - Essex Wedding Awards 2019, Wedding Venue of the Year

The Suffolk Barn sits in a unique position on a southern slope within the ancient parkland of Hawstead Place just 2 miles south of Bury St Edmunds. Gaze up to the beautiful exposed beams and brickwork whilst you enjoy a delicious wedding breakfast before dancing the night away in the adjoining lower barn. The exclusive use of the barn and its stunning surroundings makes this the perfect place for you to create your perfect day.

Clophill Eco Lodges were built and are run by Clophill Heritage Trust, a charity formed to protect St Mary's Old Church and educate people on heritage & sustainability. St Mary's old church is a grade II listed building and scheduled ancient monument. Believed to date back to the 10th Century, this deconsecrated church is bursting with character and history and is a stunning backdrop to any wedding celebration. As well as a picturesque wedding venue, we also have accommodation for up to 18 guests. Built with sustainability in mind, the lodges have Gold award from Green Tourism - being nearly completely off the grid and using sustainable suppliers wherever possible.

A country pub, hotel and wedding venue in the heart of Bedfordshire that offers a good range of wedding packages. We have a private marquee that can seat 120 people and 200 people for an evening reception and a smaller restaurant that can seat 70 people and up to 150 people for an evening reception. Along with the venue we have 21 hotel rooms that can be used for wedding guests.

Celebrate your special occasion here at The Lamex Stadium, the home of Stevenage Football Club... Located 5 minutes from Stevenage Registry office and just 25 miles from London and connected by a 20 minute rail journey, our iconic venue offers you the opportunity to celebrate your wedding reception in our newest event space The 76 Lounge or the Broadhall Suite

Reinvent and revolutionise the traditional barn wedding venue at Happy Valley Norfolk set in 9 acres of whimsical woodland. We have two stripped back barns, for those who appreciate a more natural vibe. The rustic nature of the Hay barn, is the perfect setting for an indoor ceremony with exposed beams, high ceilings and charming original features. If you’d like nature as your ceremonial backdrop we have ancient woodland and a Lake with it’s own Island to explore. The Dutch party barn is a boho-inspired space, with panoramic views of the mystical lake and meadowland. The larger of the two, our Dutch barn has hosted many a wedding party, creating the celebratory feels for flavoursome feasts, bands and beats, ensuring all guests find their dancing feet! Complete with Luxury Glamping accommodation, Hot tubs, Shepherds Huts, Camping available.

Congratulations on your engagement. By selecting Shendish Manor as your possible wedding venue, you have made a fantastic choice and you can rest assured that you and your guests are in safe hands. Your dedicated wedding team will be on hand to assist with all aspects of your planning and preparation, offering a professional and personal service. Shendish Manor is within easy reach of major motorways and airports, offering free on-site parking for 200 cars and with 70 beautifully designed bedrooms for your guests. Being located within 160 acres of idyllic Hertfordshire countryside, having your own private gardens and complete with having the option to say ‘I do’ al fresco in one of our beautiful stunning outside gazebos, Shendish Manor is the perfect location for your special day. At Shendish Manor we offer several options for your big day: • Small intimate weddings in our Manor House from 15 to 96 day guests (160 evening) or • Larger weddings in our modern wing in the Apsley Suite from 50 to 320 day guests • Licensed for civil ceremonies inside & outside • Bespoke packages available • Discounted accommodation rates for your guests • Complimentary parking (including coach space) • 18 Hole Golf Course The Manor building dates back to 1853 and exudes charm and timeless elegance. The Manor has its own entrance, spacious and refined lounge area and private bar. With many original features including high ornate ceilings, oak paneling, Jacobean fireplace and sweeping staircase, there are a wealth of picture perfect opportunities to enjoy. The Longman suite is our largest suite within the Manor House, and is suitable for 96 guests for a wedding breakfast including the all important top table. The maximum capacity including evening guests in the Manor House is 160. Both the Manor House and Longman suite open out onto the grounds of the estate and the Dutch gardens - perfect for enjoying your drinks reception with family and friends and provides the perfect romantic backdrop for having those cherished pictures taken, before leading your guests through to your ‘Wedding Breakfast’. Can’t wait another day? We have the perfect package for you. Our “forever starts today “ package includes the key items you need for you and your guests: exclusive use of the manor house ground floor, stunning grounds, welcome drinks, 3-course wedding breakfast, toast drink and evening buffet!! MANOR HOUSE WEDDING - FOR ONLY £4,700 • ~ Exclusive Use Of Ground Floor Manor House Until 00:00 • ~Outside Ceremony Option Available • ~ Sparkling Wine Or Shendish Punch Mocktail Served On Trays • ~ Three Course Wedding Breakfast Including Tea/Coffee & Mints • ~ Sparkling Wine To Toast • ~ Evening Bacon/Sausage/ Egg Baps • ~ Red Carpet Arrival • ~ White Table Linen & White Napkins • ~ Crockery, Cutlery & Glassware • ~ Easel For Table Plan • ~ Table Numbers & Holders • ~ Cake Stand & Knife • ~ Sound System & Microphone For Speeches • ~ Dance Floor • ~ 4 Poster Bedroom with Breakfast (subject to availability) • ~ Discounted Accommodation For You and Your Guests • ~ Dedicated Wedding Coordinator To Help Plan Your Day • ~ Dedicated Event Manager & Team To Run Your Day PACKAGE BASED ON 50 GUESTS, ADDITIONAL GUESTS £94 PER PERSON Other Packages Available Contact us Today MULTI CULTURAL WEDDINGS Your day should be perfect and reflect you. If you have a cuisine in mind that we cannot offer internally then our dry hire package of the Apsley Suite is perfect for your day. The Apsley Suite is situated in the Contemporary Wing of the Hotel and offers space for 320 guests to dine or 280 with a dance floor, large private kitchens, private bar which we can clear down for your caterers to serve your own drinks from and your own private walled landscaped gardens. The Apsley Suite can be partitioned into four sections making the Suite perfectly versatile for your requirements or turn arounds. You are welcome to choose a caterer of your choice for your day, if they haven’t worked with us before then we will need a venue recommendation for them to work onsite. We have a long lasting relationship with a number of the well known caterers within the industry and would be happy to provide you with their contact details. Corkage is included within our dry hire package and if you would like Shendish Manor can provide bar staff to serve our drinks if required. A manned cloakroom can be hired for your guests and our beautiful Apsley suite can be used up until 00:00 We offer 3 dry hire package options as below: AMBER • For Under 150 Guests or Only one set up • Exclusive use of the Apsley Suite & Bar until 00:00 • Exclusive use of the Apsley landscaped walled gardens (Between 9am and 9pm or until the DJ or Band start playing) • Outside ceremony option available • Corkage included • Apsley bar cleared down for your caterers • Catering kitchens for your chosen caterers • Tables & Shendish Manor Banquet Chairs (20 round tables & 150 banqueting chairs) • White dance floor • Complimentary parking (Over 200 spaces) • Up to 15 Discounted bedrooms for your guests (Subject to availability at time of booking) • Four Poster bedroom for the night of the Wedding - check in 15:00 day of RUBY • Exclusive use of the Apsley Suite & Bar until 00:00 • Exclusive use of the Apsley landscaped walled gardens (Between 9am and 9pm or until the DJ or Band start playing) • Apsley ceremony option available • Award Winning Toastmaster to coordinate your day – Includes pre wedding meeting • Corkage included • Apsley bar cleared down for the caterers • Catering kitchens for your chosen caterers • Tables & Shendish Manor Banqueting Chairs (30 round tables, 8 Long tables & 280 banqueting chairs) • White Dance floor • Exclusive use of the Manor House from 9am to 9pm • Exclusive use of the Manor House landscaped gardens ( From 9am to 9pm) • Manor Garden ceremony option available • Shendish Manor Tables & Banqueting Chairs (10 round tables & 100 banqueting chairs) • Complimentary parking (Over 200 spaces) • Up to 20 Discounted bedrooms for your guests (Subject to availability at time of booking) • Four Poster bedroom for the night of the Wedding (Check in 15:00 day of) • Complimentary two day storage (Night Prior and Night of your wedding) SAPPHIRE • Exclusive use of the Apsley Suite & Bar until 00:00 • Exclusive use of the Apsley landscaped walled gardens (Between 9am and 9pm or untill the Dj or Band start playing) • Apsley ceremony option available • Award Winning Toastmaster to coordinate your day. – Includes pre wedding meeting • Corkage included • Apsley bar cleared down for the caterers. Catering kitchens for your chosen caterers • 30 Round Tables & 8 Long Tables • Choice of 280 Shendish Manor Banquet Chairs or Chiavari Chairs • White dance floor Exclusive use of the Manor House from 9am to 9pm • Exclusive use of the Manor House landscaped gardens (From 9am to 9pm) • Manor Garden ceremony option available • Shendish Manor Tables & Banqueting Chairs (10 round tables & 100 banqueting chairs) (Chiavari chairs can be provided for the Manor House at a additional cost) • Complimentary parking(Over 200 space) • Up to 30 Discounted bedrooms for your guests (Subject to avalibility at time of booking) • Four Poster bedroom for the night of the Wedding- (Check in 15:00 day of) • Two-day storage room (Night Prior and Night of your wedding) • Bedroom the night prior to your wedding (Standard room, upgrade fees Apply) • 40 Complimentary white linen tablecloths • 280 Complimentary White Linen Napkins • Use of the hotels ice machine We look forward to hopefully planning your special day! Kind regards, The Wedding Team

If you have recently got engaged or not yet found your ideal venue, come along to our next Inspiration Wedding Open Day! Come and view our beautiful venue at your leisure with no pressure or obligation. Our friendly wedding planners will be on hand throughout the day to discuss your ideas or answer any questions you may have, we also have a select few of our preferred suppliers to help inspire you. We can’t wait to turn your dreams into a reality…

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