Chelmsford City Racecourse

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£8,000 - £15,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 1000
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Description

We offer an end-to-end experience, providing you with a dedicated event manager who will be with you from your first site visit, guide you through all the choices that you need to make and will also coordinate on the day, ensuring everything runs smoothly for you and your guests. Our in-house catering team can accommodate any culinary requirements to ensure you and your guests have a spectacular experience, comfortably able to provide a served dinner for up to 1,000 guests in a single space. Chelmsford City Racecourse is ideal for those looking for an event just outside London, providing excellent transport links via the A131, A120 and M11 and free onsite parking for up to 800 vehicles. We are a fully accessible venue with ample facilities and a buggy service to assist with transit. QUEEN CHARLOTTE MARQUEE With remarkable views, The Queen Charlotte is a fully equipped, draped, private marquee wonderful for up to 250 guests seated with a dancefloor. Featuring a brand-new beautiful emerald green art-deco bar and a private wraparound terrace that includes comfortable contemporary seating. The marquee is ideal for racing enthusiasts who may wish to host their wedding on a raceday and also works perfectly for seated dinners, speeches and evening dancing all in one space. SUMMER MARQUEE The Summer Marquee boasts a generous seated dining capacity of 1,100. Carpeted and fully draped, creating an elegant and comfortable entertaining area while featuring 2 dedicated bars, cloakroom and a spacious private terrace with outside seating. THE CLUB RESTURANT & LOUNGE This intimately designed space provides a sophisticated culinary experience with a special ambience for your day. The octagonal level provides panoramic views over the entire racecourse ensuring that you do not miss a moment of the action as you indulge yourself with our modern British cuisine. OUTDOOR 150+ acres of grounds allow for an abundance greenery and space for summer drinks receptions to garden games.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Kate Grimes-Hilbrown
Congratulations on your engagement!! We know that wedding planning can be a lot to take in, especially when you're trying to get started. We're here to help guide you on that journey and make the process as simple as possible. Ask us anything and we'd be happy to give you the best tips and tricks along the way. We hope to welcome you to Chelmsford City Racecourse soon!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2

Overview of Chelmsford City Racecourse

Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
1000
Reception Capacity
2000

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
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Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
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Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
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Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Chelmsford City Racecourse

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£8,000
Maximum Price
£15,000
This is in relation to venue hire only weddings, where cultural catering is required that we cannot provide. We will provide you with exclusive use of your chosen venue for 12 hours of hire. A luxury dressing area is available for the family and capacity for 1,000 guests with ample of car parking space. We can provide you with all the furniture needed including tables, chairs, high chairs, a stage and cake table as well as some useful items like an easel for your table plan and a cake knife. Staffing is also including and will consist of stewards, security and an event manager. Your caterers will just need to provide their own waiting and bar staff. Our bar is available for you to use however your own stock and staff must be provided. You or your caterers will need to provide; table linen, cutlery, crockery, glassware and waiting staff.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£75
Maximum Price
£175
Minimum Number of Guests
60
Our packages all include Exclusive use of your selected venue, a welcome drink after your ceremony, canapes, a choice of either a buffet or 3 course meal wedding breakfast, half a bottle of wine per person to accompany your meal. In the evening you can enjoy a choice of delicious evening food while you dance the night away. All of our package are adaptable so you can build your perfect wedding day.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Canapés included
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£6,000
Maximum Price
£15,000
Number of Guests Included
60
We offer price per head packages that incorporate everything into one easy cost for you. Packages are completely bespoke but all include; Hire of selected venue 9am-Midnight, a choice of romantic ceremony spaces, a space for you and your bridal party to get ready, our dedicated team to help you organise your event with planning meetings prior to the day and an Event Manager to co-ordinate your special day and make sure everything runs smoothly. We will provide all of your tables, chairs, linen, cutlery and glassware so you have nothing to worry about. We also offer a complimentary 1 year anniversary meal for two in The Club Restaurant & Lounge for a fine dining experience to remember your perfect day. Our packages start at £75 per person include the following per guest; a welcome glass of prosecco or beer to enjoy after your ceremony, an afternoon tea wedding breakfast, perfect for the hot summer days. A glass of prosecco to cheers your toast and delicious evening sausage or bacon rolls (50 portions total). We do have alternative packages available offering a variety of catering to cater for everyone from a formal 3 course meal to a more relaxed BBQ or buffet.
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Canapés included
Exclusive use

Reviews for Chelmsford City Racecourse
(22)

Gaby Freedman
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
Thank you for your support

I just wanted to say thank you so much for the running of our event yesterday; your team was so helpful in assuring the day ran smoothly for our guests. Keith, Rich, Bob and the rest of the team were so helpful and attentive throughout the day, thank you to both of you for supporting us in organising of the day.

Amy Upton
Happy couple married in October
November 2024
Weekend Celebrations

Thank you so much for Saturday. Everyone had a great time. The staff were amazing as well if you could feed back to everyone involved.

Mohammed
Happy couple married in October
October 2023
We were so happy

We want to thank you guys so much for everything you have done, we were so happy with how it all turned out and the venue has been mentioned countless times!

Sara
Wedding: October
October 2023
Beautiful & memorable

Thank you for making my little cousin’s wedding day so beautiful and memorable. We were all very impressed with the venue and your teams effort in making the wedding run smoothly.

Yushfa
Wedding: September
October 2023
The friendliest staff

We felt so welcome by the lovely staff who seemed happy to help with any request. It was a great day and the staff undoubtedly played a part in the smooth running.

Aamina
Wedding: September
October 2023
What a hidden gem

Me and my family have attended many weddings but this venue is beautiful, I don't know how we haven't found it sooner! The grounds are lovely and there is so much space inside, I can't wait to attend another event here.

Umed & Sabica
Happy couple married in September
October 2023
Thank you so much

Dear Kate, Thank you so much for all you have done, without you, we would never had our vision come to truth. Much love, The Alams, Umed + Sabica

Bill M
Wedding: June
March 2023
A lovely day at the races, calm environment, 5 star experience!

We had a lovely day at the races and the Fairwood Restaurant is a great base with views across the finish line. We had a warm greeting by the host and shown to our table The food was excellent value for money, great quality, fresh and plentiful. All three courses were buffet style and the main course a 3 meat carvery.

Ali S
Wedding: October
March 2023
Excellent customer service, Above and Beyond!

We invited nearly 60 people, friends and family, to join us to celebrate my husband’s Big Birthday with the added bonus of the raceday entertaining, ending with a DJ Chris Moyles set. The staff were absolutely brilliant, from booking, the excellent customer service from the bar staff and front of house team, our afternoon and evening couldn’t have gone more smoothly. Louise from the bar team in particular went above and beyond to make sure our celebration went perfectly.

Graeme
Wedding: November
March 2023
What a night

My first visit to Chelmsford City Racecourse and what a night. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The whole site is extremely well maintained and clean. I enjoyed a lovely meal in comfortable surroundings. I do not frequent racetracks, but I will pay another visit to Chelmsford. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Location & Contact Details for Chelmsford City Racecourse

Wedding Venue Address
Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1QP, England, United Kingdom
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Please join us from 1st & 2nd February 2025 from 11am - 3pm for the Wedding Fair! We are also showcasing two of our beautiful marquees, beautifully decorated for viewings and complimentary bubbles!
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Chelmsford City Racecourse?

We were fortunate enough to hold the wedding of a valued member of staff. It was very special for us to curate a bespoke day for some-one we value so much and has worked so hard for the company.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

When it comes to planning, a dedicated wedding email address is a must! Everything is so much easier to keep track off and it helps you keep on top of everything when it's in one place.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

A wonderful couple took the time to write their favorite memory with each guest on the back of each wedding favor. It was a very thoughtful idea that kept guests talking all evening.

Describe Chelmsford City Racecourse in 5 adjectives

Unique. Luxurious. Welcoming. Adaptive. Friendly.

Where’s the best photo spot at Chelmsford City Racecourse?

There is a terrace we grant special access to that allows an incredible shot of the entire grounds with the happy couple. We also love that this time gives you a chance to get away together and enjoy a little moment just the two of you.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Chelmsford City Racecourse?

Glenn Johnson, Dan 'Lockie' Locke, Mario Falcone, Gemma Collins, Robbie Fowler, Ian Rush, Jamie Carragher, Billy Ocean, Simply Red, UB40, Blue, The Shires, Madness, Jools Holland and many more!

What’s your favourite canapé?

It has to be our pulled pork bao buns! We can't get enough.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Pizza! We have a huge variety of late night bites but who doesn't crave stone baked pizza after a couple hours on the dancefloor?

What is Chelmsford City Racecourse most unique feature?

How can we not say the horses?! From arriving to your special day on horse and carriage or featuring your wedding during the thrill of a raceday we can provide televised interviews, personalized trophies and advertising around site. We are fortunate to have many tricks up our sleeve if you're looking for something different that no-one has experienced before.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our food service. The quality of our food and friendly service is always the first compliment we receive from couples and guests. We pride ourselves in our fine dining and are happy to curate bespoke menus around our couples to ensure your day is nothing short of magical.
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