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Top Affordable Wedding Venues in Essex
In Essex, love is all around, and you don’t have to spend a fortune to feel it. Essex has plenty of affordable wedding venues to choose from, whether you’re planning to have a charming garden ceremony in Harlow or a small countryside reception in Epping. Enjoy vintage charm and modern amenities in areas like Romford or Southend-on-Sea, with venues that have breathtaking views, flexible packages, and dedicated staff. Use Tagvenue to find the best venue for your wedding.
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![The Regency at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £30
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Regency
110 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe Regency is an elegant bespoke function space which is situated on the ground floor of the manor house and definitely lives up to its name. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, framed with floor to ceiling windows and doors, -
![Walled Garden Pavilion at Braxted Park in Essex]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWalled Garden Pavilion
300 guestsBraxted ParkEssexThe Braxted Park Pavilion, set in the beautifully restored Walled Garden, is the ideal venue for any corporate party or event. The Pavilion can hold between 50 and 400 people and the flexible space makes it suitable for any -
![The Banqueting Hall at Fennes in Essex]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Banqueting Hall
500 guestsFennesEssexThe Banqueting Hall is an exquisite room ideal for evening receptions, galas, and charity events. Featuring luxurious silk-lined walls, stunning chandeliers, and two sets of double doors opening to a patio and private garden, -
![The Mega Marquee at The Chigwell Marquees in Essex]()
from £7000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Mega Marquee
1500 guestsThe Chigwell MarqueesChigwell StationEssexGuests also have access to the Bridal Suite and the picturesque Secret Garden, perfect for photography and outdoor gatherings. With 400 free on-site parking spaces and disabled access, the Mega Marquee is both convenient -
![Ballroom at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
50 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThe Ballroom is a beautiful room located within the main house and furnished to a very high standard. This stylish room lends itself to small intimate weddings, parties and corporate events. -
![Bridgeman Suite at Down Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £165
per personCheck availabilityBridgeman Suite
180 guestsDown Hall HotelEssexOur range of newly refurbished and traditional wedding reception rooms can cater for parties of varying size, with the Bridgeman Suite hosting up to 180 for a wedding breakfast and 250 people for an evening reception. -
![Exclusive Use at Downham Hall in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £89
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
110 guestsDownham HallChelmsford, EssexShould you need more space, you can celebrate your wedding day at a marquee set in the garden. It is possible to hold an outdoor ceremony as well. The grounds offer plenty of seating areas, including a patio and a raised -
![Lake Suite & Terrace at Warley Park Golf Club in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £7999
minimum spendCheck availabilityLake Suite & Terrace
150 guestsWarley Park Golf ClubBrentwood, EssexLake Suite & Terrace is a beautiful nature-surrounded space for weddings, parties, and other types of events. It seats up to 150 guests and includes a private bar, easy catering access, and various layouts for formal and -
![Belmont Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBelmont Room
145 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexLots of natural daylight. It's a perfect space for weddings, family gatherings, all kinds of parties, conferences and other corporate functions. -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
200 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThis beautiful room provides an ideal setting for a wide range of events, from weddings and charity balls to birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and award ceremonies. -
![Fairwood Brasserie at Chelmsford City Racecourse in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFairwood Brasserie
240 guestsChelmsford City RacecourseChelmsford, EssexThe Fairwood Suite can hold up to 240 for banqueting and 500+ for a reception, the room is extremely versatile with dividing walls and can host conferences, dinners and exhibitions. -
![Indoor & Outdoor Venue Hire at The Woods Retreat in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIndoor & Outdoor Venue Hire
300 guestsThe Woods RetreatBrentwood, EssexDiscover the freedom to create your dream event in a space that combines natural beauty with modern amenities at The Woods Retreat.
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Find Small and Affordable Wedding Venues in Essex
from £70
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The Old Parish Rooms
Essex
But if 'weddingy' is your thing, we're up for that too! We're a boutique venue, perfect for intimate weddings and parties. Due to our unusual split level layout, here's how many people we can accommodate: wedding ceremony
from £600
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Kushi Suite
45
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Kushi
Essex
Located in Grays, Essex, Kushi Lakeside has been feeding the local communities across Essex County since 2013. This is a private, intimate dining experience in a modern Indian restaurant, beautifully decorated with delicious
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Main room
50
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Haywards
Essex
Private dining at Haywards for 10-14 guests in The Stable. Exclusive hire of Haywards for any occasion: – weddings, anniversaries, christenings, conferences, We can cater for up to 50 guests for a sit-down meal at Haywards.
from £35
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per person / per session
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Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
In the centre of Chelmsford, Mowgli offers a space where Indian street food takes the spotlight. Designed to feel like a home away from home, the restaurant features Mowgli’s swing seats, lanterns, and a calm atmosphere that
from £250
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
1st Floor Function Room
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70
Slug & Lettuce, Colchester
Colchester, Essex
The function room has natural daylight shining through, making it suitable for your day time events as well as evenings. We can offer the space for business and networking meetings, team training days, birthday parties, baby
from £250
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hire fee / per hour
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The Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell
Essex
Perfect for family retreats or small events (available for an additional charge). Create unforgettable memories in this exquisite escape. Please note, rates are based on the total number of people.
FAQs about Top Affordable Wedding Venues in Essex
In Essex, prices of affordable wedding venues average £550 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Essex, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £300 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £1000 | to £3150 | hire fee per day |
| From £18 | to £70 | per person |
You'll find affordable wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small affordable wedding venues | up to 100 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Medium affordable wedding venues | between 150 and 250 guests | prices average £3800 hire fee per event |
| Large affordable wedding venues | over 300 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |