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Top Small Wedding Venues in Chelmsford
Chelmsford offers charming small wedding venues for celebrations with close family and friends. Just a short trip from London, the River Chelmer and the surrounding countryside provide beautiful backdrops for memorable photos. In areas like Springfield and Writtle, you'll find historic buildings, boutique hotels, and stylish garden venues with a private, intimate atmosphere. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate in Chelmsford’s peaceful small wedding spots—book with Tagvenue today!
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![Ballroom at Hatfield Place in Near Chelmsford]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
50 guestsHatfield PlaceNear ChelmsfordThe 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. -
![Exclusive Use at The Old Parish Rooms in Near Chelmsford]()
from £70
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
80 guestsThe Old Parish RoomsNear ChelmsfordBut 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 -
![Exclusive Use at Maidens Barn in Near Chelmsford]()
from £2600
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200 guestsMaidens BarnNear ChelmsfordThe dazzling Oak Barn, with direct access to the gardens via three sets of double doors, is an ideal space for a drinks reception. This spacious room allows you to enjoy champagne and canapes with up to 200 of your guests. -
![The Banqueting Hall at Fennes in Near Chelmsford]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Banqueting Hall
500 guestsFennesNear ChelmsfordThe 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, -
![Exclusive Use at Downham Hall in Chelmsford]()
from £89
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110 guestsDownham HallChelmsfordShould 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 -
![Exclusive Use at Leez Priory in Chelmsford]()
from £5500
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100 guestsLeez PrioryChelmsfordWelcome to Leez Priory, where a sweeping driveway leads you to a place of forgotten grandeur, and imposing gates reveal an intimate wedding venue set around a tranquil inner courtyard. -
![Lake Suite & Terrace at Warley Park Golf Club in Near Chelmsford]()
from £7999
minimum spendCheck availabilityLake Suite & Terrace
150 guestsWarley Park Golf ClubNear ChelmsfordLake 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 -
![Exclusive Use at Hutton Hall in Near Chelmsford]()
from £8000
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120 guestsHutton HallNear ChelmsfordIt can also host up to 150 guests for a drinks reception. Another room licensed for ceremonies is The Blue Room, historically Hutton Halls ballroom. Bright and airy, with gorgeous carved wall panelling, delightful ornate -
![Walled Garden Pavilion at Braxted Park in Near Chelmsford]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWalled Garden Pavilion
300 guestsBraxted ParkNear ChelmsfordThe 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 -
![Exclusive Use at Houchins in Near Chelmsford]()
from £3150
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150 guestsHouchinsNear ChelmsfordYou can enjoy a drinks reception in The Chitting Shed, with its bar area and spacious terrace overlooking the garden. It gives you the space to chat with your guests and play some lawn games if you wish. -
![The Oaks Pavilion at Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre in Near Chelmsford]()
from £3800
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Oaks Pavilion
140 guestsRivenhall Oaks Golf CentreNear ChelmsfordOur Oaks Pavilion wedding venue in Witham provides the perfect setting for all types of events. With its own private entrance, our brand new function suite can seat up to 140 people. -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Near Chelmsford]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
200 guestsHatfield PlaceNear ChelmsfordThe Orangery is a versatile venue that can comfortably accommodate between 60 to 200 guests, offering a contemporary, light-filled space with stunning views of the picturesque Walled Garden.
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FAQs about Top Small Wedding Venues in Chelmsford
In Chelmsford, prices of small wedding venues average £2500 hire fee per day. 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 Chelmsford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1800 | to £2600 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | per person |
Chelmsford and nearby areas feature a range of small wedding venues. The Old Parish Rooms in Rayleigh suits intimate gatherings up to 80 seated guests, while Maidens Barn in Hatfield Peverel offers a rustic setting for 200. Leez Priory in Felsted is a historic country house suitable for elegant and smaller celebrations.
Book popular Chelmsford venues 12-18 months in advance, especially for summer weddings or around events like Chelmerfest, which typically takes place in late June or early July, to secure your preferred date and options.
