Weddings

Downham Hall is an Exclusive Country House Wedding Venue in Essex

Hello & Wellcome

Downham Hall

From small intimate weddings spent with your nearest and dearest to a full on affair – Downham Hall is sure to be anything but ordinary We believe that no two weddings are the same; we carefully plan each and every event to create a day that reflects you. There are plenty of options to choose from and a wonderful team of recommended suppliers on hand to help you build a package that perfectly reflects your vision

Ceremonies

We are licensed to hold civil ceremonies in a number of beautiful locations, both indoor and out…the choice is yours. If you are considering a church wedding, St Margaret’s church is located just a stone’s throw from the venue and can comfortably seat up to 100 guests

Ceremonies

Wedding

Wedding Open Evening

Our next Wedding opening evening is on Saturday 27th September from 11am – 2pm. To make an appointment, please email: info@downhamhall.com. Our team will be on hand to talk you through your wedding day and answer any questions you may have. We will provide you with a bespoke quotation and have some exclusive special offers on the day!

Contact:

info@downhamhall.com or call us 01268 422464.

The Orangery
Capacity 40

Our light and airy Orangery situated at the rear of the hall, overlooks the most beautiful views of the North Wing gardens and rolling landscapes. It is the perfect setting for an elegant, intimate wedding, with natural décor to simply complement the beautiful outdoor space
The De Beauvoir Suite
Capacity 87

The de Beauvoir suite, named after the most significant family to have owned the house in the past, carefully decorated in tasteful colours, this is the perfect room to hold your ceremony, with panoramic views of the hills and a perfectly positioned bay window which outlines our wedding couples perfectly, whilst they sign the register
Outside Ceremony
Capacity 110

If you would like to make the most of our stunning grounds, our lawns overlooking the moat are the perfect backdrop to say "I Do". Our wedding couples walk along the front of the Hall to the rear of the grounds and enjoy country views all around surrounded by wildlife. Secluded, quiet and the perfect private area for our couples and their guests, this is a fantastic setting for our couples to enjoy and make the best memories.
Wedding Receptions

Wedding Receptions

Following your ceremony, you have the opportunity to design your dream wedding reception.

From an informal BBQ and garden party to a traditional seated Wedding Breakfast, our elegant marquee and picturesque grounds are at your service.

At Downham Hall, we are incredibly proud of our food.  All of our wedding packages feature restaurant quality menus, full of exciting seasonal dishes to suit every taste, all of which are complimented by an extensive wine list, craft ales and signature cocktails.  Being a small team, we work closely with all of our couples to design a bespoke catering package perfectly tailored just for you.

The Marquee
The marquee, situated within the beautifully landscaped grounds of Downham Hall, offers breath-taking views across the picturesque Essex countryside. This suburb space offers a fully licensed bar, comfy seating, classic ivory draping, chandeliers and twinkly fairy lights …the perfect setting for your wedding celebrations. The Marquee can comfortably accommodate from 50-180 guests, all year round and is perfect for both the Wedding Breakfast and the Evening Reception. During the evening, the marquee is the ultimate party space, with fantastic music supplied by our award winning DJ, delicious evening food ranging from BBQ’s, to Pizzas and of course not forgetting those cheeky cocktails.

Dining Capacity 50-100

Evening Reception/party capacity 180
The Orangery
The Orangery is located to the rear of Downham Hall and enjoys an abundance of natural light and the most breath taking views across the Essex Countryside. With direct access to the Terrace, this beautiful room lends itself to ceremonies, drinks reception and intimate wedding breakfasts…the perfect setting for a small celebrations

Dining Capacity 20
The De Beauvoir Suite
This striking room is situated within the main Hall itself, coupled with opulent décor and views overlooking the beautiful St Margaret’s church, this exquisite room is the perfect setting for your intimate Wedding Breakfast.


Dining Capacity 25-36

Food & Drink

At Downham Hall our food is freshly made in-house by our wonderful Head Chef and his team, using

good quality, local produce. We have a wonderful list of menus which have been especially created to provide

the perfect choice for every occasion and with our licensed bars serving a wide range of champagne, wine, beer,

cocktails and spirits, we promise all the right ingredients needed for a truly memorable event.

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Bridal Dressing Room

Bridal Dressing Room

Our charming dressing room, with views overlooking the gardens to the rear of Downham Hall, is the ideal spot to sip a glass of bubbles

and enjoy a delicious brunch platter…..the perfect start to your big day ahead.

Light and airy, this stunning room is every photographers dream for capturing those very special moments with your bridesmaids, before you say ‘I do’

This beautiful room has been specially designed and laid out with meticulous attention to detail and every need considered to ensure that the morning on your wedding is absolutely flawless.

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FaQ’s/Guest Information

Downham Hall, Castledon Road, Billericay, CM11 1LG
Telephone: 01268 422464

Your invitation will specify your arrival time, typically 30 minutes before the ceremony.
The bar will be open before and after the ceremony.
Last orders at the bar are at 11:45 PM, and we kindly ask that all guests depart by midnight.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. We’ll do our best to have your room ready earlier—please contact us in advance to check.
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

The Bridal Changing Room is available from 8:00 AM for bridal party members.

Yes, you are welcome to leave your car overnight at your own risk.

Only naturally dried flower petals are permitted to protect the local wildlife.

We accept both cash and card payments (excluding American Express).

Dogs are allowed, but please confirm with the bridal couple in advance.

The bridal couple will inform us of any dietary needs ahead of time.
We are unable to accommodate last-minute changes on the day of the wedding.

Yes, baby changing facilities are available in the house.
High chairs are available upon request—please ensure the bridal couple has informed us in advance.
Please supervise children at all times, especially near the roped-off moat area.

Yes, our venue is wheelchair accessible.
Disabled toilets are located in the main Hall.
Please let us know in advance if you or a guest will be using a wheelchair.

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