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Top Intimate 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 ChelmsfordHatfield Place is a period country-house ballroom that retains classical proportions and architectural detail, providing a formal, adaptable interior for private events.
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![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
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![Downham Hall at Downham Hall in Chelmsford]()
from £89
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDownham Hall
110 guestsDownham HallChelmsfordWeddings are a big part of what we do too, with ceremonies and receptions in the house, the barn or the garden.
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![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,
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![Exclusive Use at Leez Priory in Chelmsford]()
from £5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
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.
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![Forest Suite at Holiday Inn London Brentwood in Near Chelmsford]()
from £250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityForest Suite
140 guestsHoliday Inn London BrentwoodNear ChelmsfordThe Forest Suite is our largest space; it can accommodate up to 120 guests and can be subdivided into 2 rooms, which is perfect if you wish to use a smaller space and a breakout room.
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![Entire Venue at Rivenhall Garden in Near Chelmsford]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
600 guestsRivenhall GardenNear ChelmsfordRivenhall Garden is a brand new wedding venue in Essex. We just opened! up to 600 plus seating capacity with 60 hotel rooms and 153 free car parking spaces.
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![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
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![Private Hire at The Brentwood Kitchen in Near Chelmsford]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Hire
36 guestsThe Brentwood KitchenNear ChelmsfordWhat sets it apart: An in‑house PA and a small dance area allow the venue to shift from dining to an evening party atmosphere. What guests say: The Brentwood Kitchen delivers attentive, personable service that keeps events
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![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.
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![Restaurant at Marco's New York Italian Brentwood in Near Chelmsford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
120 guestsMarco's New York Italian BrentwoodNear ChelmsfordThe restaurant area has a capacity of up to 150 guests and is ideal for dinner parties, corporate events, cocktail receptions and other special occasions.
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![Entire Venue at Bar and Beyond Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
45 guestsBar and Beyond ChelmsfordChelmsfordFeatures: The venue has an in-house PA system and speakers, and it permits external DJs and guest playlists. The bar serves cocktails, beer, wine and spirits and supplies food and happy-hour options.
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FAQs about Top Intimate Wedding Venues in Chelmsford
Prices of small wedding venues average £1000 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 £800 | to £3150 | hire fee per day |
| From £32 | to £50 | per person |
| From £1000 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
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 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.
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