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Top Quirky Wedding Venues in Essex
The typical wedding venue doesn’t cut it when you’ve got bigger ideas. Essex is brimming with unusual wedding venues that are offbeat and exciting. You'll find converted barns near Braintree, art gallery spaces in Chelmsford, or quirky industrial-style halls. These places aren’t just settings; they help tell your story. Why settle for ordinary when your wedding could be completely original? On Tagvenue, you can browse and compare Essex’s most unique wedding venues without the faff. Easy booking, real photos, and local gems you won’t see on every other site. Start browsing and book one today!
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![Exclusive Use at The Old Parish Rooms in Essex]()
from £70
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
80 guestsThe Old Parish RoomsEssexSo you're looking for an alternative to the usual venues but without the London price tag. That's where we step in - we're a unique and quirky space which we know you and your guests are going to love. -
![The Grainstore at Houchins in Essex]()
from £3150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Grainstore
150 guestsHouchinsEssexA converted timber barn venue characterised by a high, vaulted roof and a wide, column-free central space that supports flexible layouts. Design: An airy barn interior featuring exposed timber beams, high ceilings and neutral -
![The Barn at Barnfields in Essex]()
from £200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Barn
70 guestsBarnfieldsEssex15 minutes from Braintree, in a secluded space on the farm, The Barn at Barnfields is an 150 year old converted barn with exposed beams and brickwork, and beautiful views. -
![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, -
![Pavilion at Fennes in Essex]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPavilion
300 guestsFennesEssexOur grand and beautiful stately home in the North Essex countryside offers romantic weddings and elegant functions set in a gorgeous Georgian manor set amidst 100 acres of picturesque grounds with a charmingly intimate atmosphere. -
![Entire Venue at The Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell in Essex]()
from £250
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18 guestsThe Essex Mansion & Spa, ChigwellEssexThe Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell is a country house that combines formal period architecture with an on-site spa and guest accommodation. Venue highlights: The house offers a mix of formal reception rooms and outdoor terraces -
![Gunpowder Cafe at Royal Gunpowder Mills in Essex]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGunpowder Cafe
100 guestsRoyal Gunpowder MillsEssexThe high ceilings give the space an open and spacious feel, while the abundance of natural light makes it bright and airy. -
![Ballroom at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
50 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexHatfield Place is a period country-house ballroom that retains classical proportions and architectural detail, providing a formal, adaptable interior for private events. -
![Exclusive Use at Leez Priory in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £5500
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100 guestsLeez PrioryChelmsford, EssexLeez Priory is a historic Tudor country house venue whose defining quality is its intact period architecture set within extensive formal estate grounds. -
![Exclusive Use at Creeksea Place in Essex]()
from £7975
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60 guestsCreeksea PlaceEssexWhen not being utilized as a filming location (Great Expectations, BBC’s The murder Game) Creeksea Place opens its doors to the UK’s most exclusive bespoke weddings. -
![Captain's House at Osea Island in Essex]()
from £2688
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCaptain's House
22 guestsOsea IslandEssexCaptain's House is the sort of place where plans start around the dining table and end with everyone gathered by the sea. Set on the coast with private beach access, the house combines grand living spaces, sea views, and -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
200 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThe 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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Prices of unusual 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 £500 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £1000 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
| From £30 | to £276 | per person |
You'll find unusual 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £2688 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 180 and 260 guests | prices average £3150 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 375 guests | prices average £4000 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Banqueting Hall | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event | typically between 260 and 400 guests |
| Country House | prices average £5500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 230 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £4000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 400 guests |
Smaller unusual wedding venues usually fit up to 100 guests seated. Here are some great options in Essex, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The Summerhouse at Colchester Weddings, rated 5/5 - outdoor space for 80 guests
Venue said: Colchester Weddings is a wedding venue set inside a medieval Norman keep, defined by original stone architecture and period interiors. Venue highlights: The venue contains event areas across the keep and grounds, allowing... -
The BALLROOM Space at The Georgian Mansion - event venue for 100 guests
Venue said: The Ballroom is within The Georgian Mansion at Greenstead Hall Estate and can be hired as a standalone event space or within a wider Staycation/Event Package. -
Private Hire at The Brentwood Kitchen - restaurant for 80 guests
Venue said: The venue has step‑free guest entry and wheelchair‑accessible toilets to support mobility needs.
Cheap unusual wedding venues in Essex start from £1000 hire fee per day or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Gunpowder Cafe at Royal Gunpowder Mills, from £1000 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests seated)
Venue said: The high ceilings give the space an open and spacious feel, while the abundance of natural light makes it bright and airy. -
Dance Studio & Events Space at Strictly Smartz, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: The venue can hold up to 100 guests and is available on weekday evenings, full weekends, and selected daytime slots. -
Private Function Room at No Name Bar and Games, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 250 guests seated)
Venue said: This is a large private event room designed for bigger groups and busy events. It can hold up to 375 guests standing, around 250 in theatre-style seating, or 160 for banquet setups.
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