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Top Wedding Reception Venues in Colchester
History on one side, open countryside on the other; that gives receptions here a very good starting point. Wedding reception venues in Colchester include converted barns just beyond town, elegant manor houses for a more traditional celebration, and stylish dining spaces where smaller guest lists can still feel beautifully put together. It is also easier for London guests to make the trip than many couples expect, thanks to straightforward rail links. Browse the listings below and find somewhere that feels ready for the speeches, the fizz, and a dance floor that does not stay empty for long.
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![Exclusive Use at East Mersea Hall in Colchester]()
from £8686
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
250 guestsEast Mersea HallColchesterWhen you book your wedding at East Mersea Hall, the venue will be exclusively yours for the day. This, together with its secluded location, gives you the privacy to enjoy your special occasion among your family and friends. -
![The Town Hall at Colchester Weddings in Colchester City Centre]()
from £550
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Town Hall
300 guestsColchester WeddingsColchester City CentreWith its church-like atmosphere, it is the perfect space to host an intimate ceremony. You can also opt for the classic Mayoral Suite, which features Colchester’s Mayoral Regalia, oil paintings, a marble fireplace, sparkling -
![Charter Hall at Colchester Weddings in Colchester City Centre]()
from £550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCharter Hall
500 guestsColchester WeddingsColchester City CentreCharter Hall prides itself on being one of the largest venues in the county. With its modern and spacious interiors, it is a popular choice for big weddings. -
![Walled Garden Pavilion at Braxted Park in Near Colchester]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWalled Garden Pavilion
300 guestsBraxted ParkNear ColchesterThe 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 -
![Priory Helena Room at Holiday Inn Colchester in Colchester]()
from £1400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPriory Helena Room
120 guestsHoliday Inn ColchesterColchesterThe Priory Helena Suite at Holiday Inn Colchester is the hotel’s main function space, designed to host a variety of weddings, celebrations and corporate events in a bright and flexible setting. -
![The BALLROOM Space at The Georgian Mansion in Near Colchester]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe BALLROOM Space
70 guestsThe Georgian MansionNear ColchesterThe 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. -
![The Oaks Pavilion at Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre in Near Colchester]()
from £3800
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Oaks Pavilion
140 guestsRivenhall Oaks Golf CentreNear ColchesterOur 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. -
![Private Function Room at No Name Bar and Games in Colchester City Centre]()
from £150
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
250 guestsNo Name Bar and GamesColchester City CentreThis 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. -
![The Grainstore at Houchins in Near Colchester]()
from £3150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Grainstore
150 guestsHouchinsNear ColchesterThe adjoining room, The Foundry, provides an ideally located breakout space for a buffet lunch or evening reception. You can enjoy a drinks reception on the outdoor drinks terrace, with its bar area and spacious patio overlooking -
![The Summerhouse at Colchester Weddings in Colchester City Centre]()
from £550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Summerhouse
20 guestsColchester WeddingsColchester City CentreLocated just behind Colchester Castle and overlooking the park, The Summerhouse provides a secluded setting for an intimate wedding ceremony and reception. -
![The Event Hall at The Event Hall in Near Colchester]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Event Hall
350 guestsThe Event HallNear ColchesterThe Event Hall at Greenstead Hall Estate and can be hired as a standalone event space or within a wider Staycation/Event Package. Additional packages include access to all the facilities within The Georgian Mansion, our Ballroom, -
![Entire Venue at Rivenhall Garden in Near Colchester]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
600 guestsRivenhall GardenNear ColchesterRivenhall 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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Prices of wedding reception 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 Colchester, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £250 | to £550 | minimum spend per event |
| From £1400 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
| From £3800 | hire fee per event |
Cheap wedding reception venues in Colchester start from £1000 hire fee per day or £150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The BALLROOM Space at The Georgian Mansion, from £1000 hire fee per day (up to 70 guests seated)
Venue said: The Georgian Mansion at Greenstead Hall is a private-use venue in Essex, set up for everything from weddings and parties to retreats or corporate events. -
Private Function Room at No Name Bar and Games, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 250 guests seated)
Venue said: No Name Bar & Games in Colchester is a social venue set up for parties, group events, and corporate bookings. It mixes music, drinks, and interactive games, so there’s plenty to do without needing to organise much separately. -
1st Floor Function Room at Slug & Lettuce, Colchester, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 41 guests seated)
Venue said: 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...
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