Your wedding at Fennes
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Fennes is a true gem in the heart of 100 tranquil acres of rural North Essex countryside – the perfect setting for a stunning celebration. With years of experience when it comes to weddings, our dedicated team leave nothing to chance.
In need of some inspiration? Take a look at weddings held at our venue throughout the seasons.
The flow of your day...
Getting ready. Our changing room.
Fennes boasts two spacious private rooms, with a bathroom for your wedding party to prepare and pamper themselves for your special day. Each room contains theatre-style dressing tables.
Choose your wedding ceremony.
Our idyllic venue has three indoor ceremony rooms, the stunning chandelier-lit Pavilion, the impressive Banqueting Hall or, for the small and intimate ceremony, the atmospheric Drawing Room. If you are looking to say “I do” in the gardens, we have a few options, the gorgeous gazebo, in front of the bridge, in the meadows or a stunning lakeside ceremony.
Pavilion
Capacity 300
Lakeside
Capacity 150
Banqueting Hall
Capacity 600
The Gazebo
Capacity unlimited
Your drinks reception
After the ceremony ends, it’s time to mingle and start the celebrations. On sunnier days, explore the outdoor patio area and beautifully manicured gardens. Enjoy canapés and a refreshment - everything from bubbly to personalised cocktails.
Your wedding breakfast rooms.
Fennes has four indoor rooms in which you can start the evening’s festivities. Choose between the starlit Pavilion and the chandelier-lit Banqueting Hall, or for a small and intimate event, either the Dining Room or Drawing Room.
Pavilion
Capacity 150
Dining Room
Capacity 22
Banqueting Hall
Capacity 500
The Terrace
Capacity 100
Food and beverage.
Celebrate your first meal as a married couple with fine wine and exceptional cuisine, thoughtfully prepared to cater for all tastes and dietary requirements.
From classic and deluxe wedding breakfasts to bespoke hog roasts and barbecues, our menus offer something for every celebration. As the evening festivities begin, keep your guests fuelled with delicious late-night feasts, from gourmet BBQs to flavours inspired by cuisines from around the world.
Our recommended suppliers.
Over the years, we have compiled a list of tried and tested suppliers just for you, approved and trusted by us. The list is made up of companies and individuals that love what they do and put our couples first. For an extensive list of recommended suppliers, click below.
More weddings at Fennes.
Our prestigious, award-winning venue makes every occasion magical – our professional, friendly team ensures this most special journey goes without a hitch. Endless flexibility enables us to host both small and intimate weddings or large and lavish celebrations. With many characteristic rooms throughout our stunning Manor House and licensed Gazebo for outdoor ceremonies in our beautiful grounds, you’ve numerous options for your ceremony.
Whether you’re a traditionalist and would rather opt for a church wedding or would prefer to have a civil ceremony, we’d love to help you plan your special day.