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The listed farmhouse at Houchins dates back to 1623 and has been beautifully and sympathetically restored to offer maximum comfort for couples & their wedding party to enjoy. The formally landscaped wedding garden has been cleverly planted to show interest all year including white roses, verbena, tulips and much more. Beyond the garden is the woodland area for woodland weddings fronted by the recently renovated pond and fountain providing an elegant arrival.

The Main Barn known as the Grain Store incorporates a large, open fireplace and mezzanine gallery to make full use of the 35-foot-high ceilings with glass doors overlooking the garden & terrace. The Grain Store is centrally located between the bar and dance barn helping your evening flow.

Creating a magical wedding is all about the details, the atmosphere, and the energy that surrounds the day. Camilla Sheeley, experienced wedding stylist and model, worked alongside her 'Two Queens' partner & photographer Elizabeth Ebsworth to create this amazing shoot at Fennes. We absolutely love the shot from the beautiful lake!

Natalie wore a Rebecca Ingram dress called Iris, purchased and altered by Grace and Lace in Colchester. The relaxed, boho look accessorised with a flower crown and orange converse high-tops suited Natalie perfectly.

Creating a magical wedding is all about the details, the atmosphere, and the energy that surrounds the day. Camilla Sheeley, experienced wedding stylist and model, worked alongside her 'Two Queens' partner & photographer Elizabeth Ebsworth to create this amazing shoot at Fennes.

Charlie and Alice met on Hinge during lockdown and had their first date the day the pubs reopened. What a day that was! Charlie was attracted to Alice's sense of humour, smile and love of sport. Alice was attracted to Charlie's handsome smile and the fact he also happened to be a Chelsea FC fan. Post lockdown the pair moved to New York and worked and breathed city life there for 13 months. A Stateside wedding was out of the question, as the pair wanted to invite all of their nearest and dearest – which couldn't be attained the other side of the Atlantic. Alice Foster-Nagel married Charlie Nagel at Hedingham Castle on 7th September 2024.

Through the power of social media, Louise and Paul found each other. Louise remembers, “We both felt really comfortable in each other's company from day one. The proposal was a complete surprise as when I met him, he was very anti marriage due to his past experience.” Louise must have made quite the impression and on 7th August 2024, Louise and Paul became Mr and Mrs at The Compasses at Pattiswick.

Vadim was the keyboard player of the worldwide metal band Dragonforce, famous for fast heavy music and featured in Guitar Hero III and Despicable Me 4 movie - Natalie was a fan of the band. The couple met at a Dragonforce concert where Natalie was photographing the show, and Vadim noticed her in the crowd and thought she was naturally beautiful and stood out. After meeting at the end of the show they fell in love very fast and had the, 'when you know, you know' feeling. Natalie was already a fan and had posters of the band on her wall as a teenager, so she was really surprised that her crush noticed her and was interested in her. Today, the pair have been married 10 years and have two daughters. Their love is stronger than ever and having not had a big wedding then, decided now was the time to renew their vows and have a huge celebration. On 2nd November 2024 they did just that at East Mersea Hall.

Charlie and Alice met on Hinge during lockdown and had their first date the day the pubs reopened. What a day that was! Charlie was attracted to Alice's sense of humour, smile and love of sport. Alice was attracted to Charlie's handsome smile and the fact he also happened to be a Chelsea FC fan. Post lockdown the pair moved to New York and worked and breathed city life there for 13 months. A Stateside wedding was out of the question, as the pair wanted to invite all of their nearest and dearest – which couldn't be attained the other side of the Atlantic. Alice Foster-Nagel married Charlie Nagel at Hedingham Castle on 7th September 2024.

Award-winning Grade II listed mansion, Hylands House, is set in 574 acres of landscaped parkland. Here, you'll find the beautifully restored ceremony and reception rooms, plus the Grand Pavilion and outdoor wedding ceremony garden a few steps away. Stunning parkland and never-ending views of the Essex skyline are all around you. The grounds and formal gardens within Hylands Estate offer adream setting for your wedding photos. Take a stroll into the Pleasure Gardens filled with seasonal flowers, including our famous wisteria in the later spring months, or visit our outdoor ceremony garden for some woodland inspired photos amongst the changing colours of the grounds.

A crisp white, spring wedding at Braxted Park Estate was the perfect choice for Lois and Kieran Handford. Lois chose a gown called 'Josie', designed by Maggie Sottero. It was an ivory satin fit and flare dress with a sweetheart neckline with off the shoulder sleeves and buttons positioned down the train. This real wedding is featured in full at: An Essex Wedding - January/February 2025 (Issue 120)