Essendon Country Club

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£3,500 - £6,500 for Venue Hire
Up to 180
4 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

We specialize in bespoke weddings, allowing you to build your own package around your own ideas, requirements and budget, making the day as personal to you as possible.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jo Newell
Thank you for checking out Essendon Country Club and congratulations on your engagement! Our Grand 16th Century Oak Framed Barn is surrounded in 400 acres of stunning countryside, the perfect place to host your exclusive wedding ceremony and/or reception. We specialise in bespoke weddings, allowing you to build your own package around your own ideas, requirements and budget, making the day as personal to you as possible.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
30

Overview of Essendon Country Club

Wedding Venue Type
Barn
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
180
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
4
Sleeps No. of People
10
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
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Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Water View
Grade I/II Listed Building
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Wedding Catering

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Essendon Country Club

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£3,500
Maximum Price
£6,500
Our Grand Barn Venue Hire rates include: • A specialised personal wedding planner to guide you through the experience and offer help and suggestions whenever needed. • All tables and chairs in the format of your choice. • White table linen and linen napkins, cutlery/crockery and glassware. • Waiting staff, bar staff and wine waiters, a dedicated duty manager and wedding planner on the day. • A private bar, wooden dance floor and alcove staging for a DJ or Band. • PA system for background and ceremony music, cordless mic for speeches, TV screen for video/photos in the lower barn, silver cake stand & cake knife and a wooden easel for your Seating Plan. • Full exclusivity of the venue from 7am – 12am on the day of the wedding.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£60
Maximum Price
£120
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Corkage charge applicable
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£120
Maximum Price
£230
Minimum Number of Guests
80
- Exclusive Venue Hire and Exclusive use of the venue. - Use of the Estate Grounds for a pre-wedding ❖ Bride & Bridesmaid shoot or Engagement shoot ❖ Pre-Menu tasting Evening for 4 ❖ Pre-Wine tasting Evening for 4 ❖ Pre-Wedding Brunch for 6 guests ❖ Reception drinks–2 drinks per person ❖ Canapés 4 types ❖ 3-Course Gourmet Wedding Breakfast Menu ❖ 1⁄2 a bottle of Wine per person ❖ Glass of fizz to toast ❖ Tea, Coffee & Chocolates ❖ Rustic Sweetie Cart with all your favorites' ❖ Evening buffet. Eg “Hog Roast” ❖ Evening Bar Credit of £250. Great for your extra evening guests ❖ PA system for background music, cordless mic for speeches, cake stand and knife, easel for seating plan ❖ House DJ with PA system and Lighting ❖ 4 Golf Green Fees for use before your Big Day ❖ Personal Wedding Planner to guide you through every stage.
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.)

Reviews for Essendon Country Club
(40)

john & Georgina
Happy couple married in March
March 2024
A great day!

Thank you so much to you and all your lovely team for all your amazing support and care in making our day so so special. We can not express just how much we appreciate the care and attention you gave to us and all our guests. All our family and friends could not praise you and your team enough.

Mr and Mrs Cohen
Happy couple married in September
January 2024
Highly recommend!

We got married at the venue in September 2023. The team at Essendon ensured that our wedding went smoothly from start to finish! We had a fantastic day and all of the guests commented on how lovely the venue was. Our wedding planner Fiona was very attentive throughout and also very flexible with our ever-changing minds and guest list! They listened to everything we wanted and went above and beyond to achieve this for us. I highly recommend to anyone considering choosing Essendon for their wedding venue!

Tracey & Paul
Happy couple married in October
January 2024
Fabulous Day

The staff at Essendon were superb and made our day really special. We can't thank them enough for their professionalism and attention to detail.

Sophie & Ross
Happy couple married in June
January 2024
We haven't stopped smiling from ear to ear

We could not be happier with Essendon as our wedding venue of choice. Whatever expectations and hopes we had were far exceeded by Jo, Fiona & the entire team at Essendon. Jo & Fiona could not have been more accommodating from day one and all the way through the process. On the day itself, the venue was spectacular and the staff, food & wine were all equally as exceptional. We haven't stopped smiling from ear to ear since the day and don't intend to do so any time soon.

Rosanna & Dan
Happy couple married in July
January 2024
We had the most wonderful time

The wedding was perfect and amazing despite the weather. We had the most wonderful time and it was everything we wanted it to be! Our guests were just so happy with everything. They were so complimentary on the venue, the food and the staff! Thank you both again- you made everything possible including the buggy which we are grateful for as it was very wet- but we’re hoping we got some good shots! Thank you for everything and for answering all 10,000 questions I had we are both truly grateful!

Katerina & Anthony
Happy couple married in July
January 2024
We had the best wedding day

Thank you so much to the entire team at Essendon. We had the most perfect wedding day, it was everything we imagined it to be and more. We’d like to thank Joanna and Fiona for all their planning and support right from the beginning to the very end. We're really grateful for the care you’ve shown us to ensure we had the best day. All our guests had an amazing time with so many saying it was the best wedding they had been to which is so special to hear.

Claire & Martin
Happy couple married in September
January 2024
Your attention to detail is genuine perfection

We have had nothing but amazing words from everyone who attended about the venue, the decorations, the signs (thanks to light up love), the food, the service, just everything about the whole day planned so perfectly by you. Your attention to detail is genuine perfection, I compare our day to other weddings and I have enjoyed them all. I have to say the way you serve food, the speed but care in the way it is done stands out amongst any weeding I have been to.

Clive & Raphaella
Happy couple married in October
January 2024
We really couldn't have asked for a better planner

We really could not have asked for a better planner. You have been fantastically efficient, constantly upbeat and reassuring, and overall a complete pleasure to deal with. Once we knew that we could rely on you unquestionably, everything became easier for us. Your entire team did a brilliant job. Special shout out to Fiona and Tyra who were both amazing. Everyone had a great time and the feedback has been amazing.

Hannah & Carl Brooks-Plunkett
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
What a wonderful Wedding day we had

Thank you to you both for everything; what a wonderful wedding day we had. Words can't quite describe our wedding day, it was simply wonderful. The day was exactly what we envisaged; everything worked so well in terms of decorations at the church and Essendon, the food was delicious and the service was spot on. A highlight was when we were welcomed and everyone was waving their napkins, looking down at the barn and seeing all of our family and friends who we care about so much.

Sarah & Lenny Cooper
Happy couple married in December
January 2024
We just wanted to say thank you!

We just wanted to say thank you so much for everything you guys did in the lead up and yesterday to make everything run so smoothly! All the guests commented on how well everything ran and how seamless it all was, and that is down to you all.

Location & Contact Details for Essendon Country Club

Wedding Venue Address
Bedwell Park, Essendon, Hertfordshire, AL9 6HN, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Essendon Country Club?

For us, every wedding we host is incredible and special in its own right, and for each of our clients we aim to give them the 'best wedding ever'.

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

Don't rush any decisions, take your time and discuss all options available to you as a couple, have fun and enjoy every moment..

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

Personalised mini booze bottles

Describe Essendon Country Club in 5 adjectives

Bespoke, Natural, Boho, Country, Rustic.

Where’s the best photo spot at Essendon Country Club?

The Bridge, 5 mins drive into our 400 acre countryside - its just stunning.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Essendon Country Club?

Anna Williamson (Celebs go dating guru) got married at Essendon.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Mini beef yorkshire puddings!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese & ham toasties!

What is Essendon Country Club most unique feature?

The two levels to our stunning barn, connected by a fabulous grand staircase.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The passion, dedication and family feel to our team and bond we have with each of our wedding couples.

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftRound of golf for 4 persons on either Championship Course
Bridebook Special Offer£500.00 OFF VENUE HIRE (for remaining 2023 dates)