The 16 Best Outdoor Venues for Hire in Essex

Queens Mead

Outdoor Space at an Event Venue

Private space

Queens Mead is a large expanse of grass flanked by a tree-lined avenue and the historic Incorporating Mills. Can accommodate large audiences. Cinema, theatre, reenactments, demonstrations, classic vehicle shows, corporate

from £800
hire fee / per day

Patio

40 guests

Powerleague Colchester

Colchester, Essex

Outdoor Space at a Sports Club

Semi-private area

Sun shades above the area offer shade and protection from the rain, ensuring your event can continue regardless of the weather. rewrite This versatile outdoor setting is ideal for casual events and informal gatherings.

from £100
hire fee / per session

Walled Garden Pavilion

400 guests

Braxted Park

Essex

Event Venue

Private space

The 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

from £4000
hire fee / per day

Cocktail Bar

150 guests

D Supreme Roof Garden

Epping Station

Essex

Cocktail Bar

Whole venue

Whether you're celebrating a milestone birthday or hosting a memorable baby shower, our ground-level and 1st-floor terrace spaces provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion.

from £350
minimum spend / per session

Indoor & Outdoor Venue Hire

300 guests

The Woods Retreat

Brentwood, Essex

Country House

Whole venue

These lodges serve as the ideal base for event preparations, guest accommodations, or simply a quiet retreat during your celebration. The expansive outdoor area offers endless possibilities, with ample room for marquee setups,

from £1000
hire fee / per day

Exclusive Hire

Event Venue

Private space

Teybrook Orchard is an intimate woodland venue that is hidden away from the world, and is perfect for a quirky venue in Essex for events with up to 120 guests.

from £3500
hire fee / per day

Exclusive Use

200 guests

Downham Hall

Chelmsford, Essex

Hall

Whole venue

Should 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

from £89
per person / per session

Full Venue Hire

360 guests

Slug and Lettuce Southend

Essex

Bar

Whole venue

The venue features natural light, Wi-Fi, and a built-in PA systemgreat for both laid-back gatherings and more structured events like seminars or corporate meetups.

from £2000
minimum spend / per session

The Summerhouse

Event Space in a Museum

Private space

A part of the park is also licensed for outdoor civil ceremonies. You can put up marquees to celebrate your marriage among the tranquil natural surroundings.

from £550
minimum spend / per session

The Banqueting Hall

500 guests

Fennes

Essex

Banqueting Hall in a Country House

Private space

The 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,

from £2400
minimum spend / per session

Full Venue Hire

Bar

Whole venue

Come and join us at our gorgeous bar in Chelmsford - conveniently located in the centre on Moulsham Street with a great outdoor area space, a chic bar and classic booth seating throughout!

from £500
minimum spend / per session

Exclusive Venue Hire

650 guests

Puttshack Lakeside

Essex

Event Venue

Whole venue

Inclusive of four high-tech mini-golf courses, a stunning terrace, a restaurant, a bar, aprivate function rooms and a cloakroom, it is the perfect destination to enjoy adelicious selection of food and drinks while bringing

from £6600
minimum spend / per afternoon