An event space in a museum with arched white walls, wooden floors, and rows of chairs facing a table at Colchester Weddings.
An event space in a museum with vaulted white walls, arched windows, and rows of white chair covers at Colchester Weddings.
An event space in a museum with arched ceilings, a large window, and aisle seating with white chair covers at Colchester Weddings.
An event space in a museum with a glass roof, exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and floral arrangements at Colchester Weddings.

The Castle at Colchester Weddings

Event Space in an Event Venue
·
Private space
Castle Bailey, Colchester, CO1 1TJ –
Colchester City Centre
Up to 80
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Castle is an Event Space in Colchester Weddings, a historic chamber set inside an 11th‑century castle keep notable for its compact, ceremonial layout.

Design: The space has high, whitewashed curved ceilings, narrow proportions and a straight central aisle punctuated by a tall arched window; pale plaster walls sit above an oak floor for a restrained, formal appearance.

Features: The room includes a PA system and permits external music sources. The room provides Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, and it has wheelchair access and accessible toilets. The floor can be cleared for a dance area and seating can be arranged to suit a ceremonial layout.

Ideal for: Intimate, seated gatherings that favour a formal, processional layout and a restrained historic interior.

What guests say: The space is supported by friendly staff and accessible interpretation resources, and the surrounding castle grounds are regarded as an attractive external setting.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £550 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Theatre
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Free parking is available on-site
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

This space also has a dancefloor for your dance party.

Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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Sarah F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Colchester Weddings

Colchester Weddings is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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