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St Osyth Priory

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£3,000 - £10,750 for Venue Hire
Up to 110
20 Bedrooms
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Description

St Osyth Priory is one of the most historic and iconic landmarks in England as well as being crowned best Manor House and Boutique Hotel wedding venue of the year! The estate takes its name from the 1,400-year-old legend of Osyth, the daughter of Frithwald. Why not begin your next chapter here, surrounded by grandeur and history? The iconic estate is continuing the development and restoration to nurture this area back to its former glory. The Priory is home to ancient lakes, breath taking woodland and historic buildings – with more to be discovered. Our Wedding Venue holds a Civil ceremony licence and if you would prefer there is a church just a two-minute walk away. You can also host celebrant ceremonies or other religious blessings within our grounds. We can host your ceremony inside Darcy House – The Gallery or Great Hall, The historic Chapel, under the Gatehouse, on the Precinct or in the gardens. This choice allows for unforgettable moments and incredible photo opportunities. Darcy house can seat 110 guests upstairs in The Gallery for your ceremony and Wedding breakfast and an additional 80 downstairs in the Great Hall for your evening reception. There is a lift inside and wide corridors for easy access. Our flexibility allows our couples and event planners the freedom to have marquees or structures in many areas of the grounds, should your numbers exceed this. There are striking, scenic and historic accommodation options across the estate for yourselves, your guests and you can even book one of our self-catering lodges to return for your anniversaries to come. Our 350-acre estate holds a home to a selection of rare breeds of deer, sheep and cows enhancing the conservation of the area and making for more unforgettable moments. We have seven self catering luxurious cottages available for the night of your wedding. The glorious Gatehouse is home to the couples suite, dressing room and some hotel style bedrooms.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Lizzie Pakenham
First of all huge congratulations on your engagement. What an exciting time for you both! We cannot wait to meet you and discuss your wedding plans, and show you around the glorious estate.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2022
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10

Overview of St Osyth Priory

Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
110
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
20
Sleeps No. of People
45
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance
Dancefloor available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Disabled access
Landscaped gardens
Pet friendly
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Wedding Catering

Alcohol license
In-house catering
Halal catering
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Pricing for St Osyth Priory

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£3,000 - £10,750
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What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
External caterers not permitted
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Furniture included
Exclusive Use Of Darcy House From 12 Noon Dressing Room Available From 6Am Ceremony Space And Set Up Dedicated Wedding Team To Help Plan Your Day Fully Stocked Bar, Operated By Our Experienced Staff Complimentary Car Parking Round Tables And Chiavari Chairs White Lawn Chairs For Outdoor Ceremony Table Wear – Cutlery, Crockery, Glassware, White Table Linen And White Napkins Event Manager On The Day Darcy West - Three Double Bedrooms For The Night Of Your Wedding Complimentary Menu Tasting Within The 6 Months Of Your Wedding
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In-house Catering (price per head)
£160 - £200
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Packages (price per head)
£140 - £180
Minimum number of guests: 0
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Packages (total price)
Price from £14,995
Number of guests included: 90
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Reviews for St Osyth Priory
(32)

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Happy couple married in October
March 2025
Magical Venue!

We recently had our wedding at St Osyth and from the moment we first visited, we knew it was the right place for us. The setting was absolutely breath taking, with stunning grounds and gorgeous rooms. The team were so supportive throughout the entire planning process. They were always available to answer our questions and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The whole day had such a special atmosphere, it is truly such a magical place!

E and C
Happy couple married in February
March 2025
Perfect day, Perfect venue.

St osyth priory is beyond belief. The venue, grounds and building are stunning. All the guests commented on how beautiful it was. Livi, Mel and the staff went over and above. All day we were looked after and they paid particular attention to my disabled parents, which made life so much easier for me. From booking the venue to the actual day, Livi communicated with me, nothing was too much. Our day went without any hitches and we owe this to the staff, Mel and Livi. Thank you for making our speci

E and J
Happy couple married in December
March 2025
Amazing Venue and Team

We recently got married at St Osyth Priory on New Year's Eve and we couldn't recommend the venue and team highly enough. The venue itself is beautiful both inside and outside and created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. The venue itself has so much history and the grounds have some amazing spots for photos or for guests to explore. Special shout out to Livi who ran our wedding day seamlessly, we couldn't have asked for a nicer team to deal with.

Eugene and Charissa
Wedding: February
February 2025
Absolutely perfect day.

Livi, Mel and the staff at St Osyth Priory were unbelievably fantastic. We had disabled guests who were looked after the whole day, nothing was too much. Livi communicated with us throughout the whole experience from start to finish and Mel was so supportive through the day. The venue is stunning. Beautiful building and the grounds are astonishing.

Becky & Benji
Happy couple married in December
February 2025
Magical Venue!

We knew right away we had to get married here! It is such a magical place. The grounds are gorgeous, with so many choices for amazing photographs and we can't put into words how stunning the house and rooms are. The team at Osyth are so kind and enthusiastic and did so much to make all of our wishes come true! Some of our guests have shared that the food was some of the best they have ever had at a wedding. Our wedding day was so special and the atmosphere was amazing. We are excited to continue visiting St Osyth in the future!

Hannah and Paul
Happy couple married in January
February 2025
Amazing Venue and Staff

Amazing venue! We cannot reccommend St Osyth priory enough! We had a Winter wedding in January, so needed somewhere that was as beautiful inside as it is outside and St Osyth did not disappoint! Staff were absolutely fantastic! Lizzie and Livi were so helpful during our planning meetings. They were accommodating whilst also offering advice from their wealth of experience to help the day run smoothly. Nikki thought of every detail on the day, super calm and we didn't really have to ask for anything, because Nikki was always one step ahead! The food was really tasty and went down a treat! Also shout out the bar staff who were friendly and efficient and did a really great job throughout the evening. The accommodation is stunning, beautifully decorated and really has everything you could need

Emma & Joe
Happy couple married in December
January 2025
Amazing Venue and Team

We recently got married at St Osyth Priory on New Year's Eve and we couldn't recommend the venue and team highly enough. The venue itself is beautiful both inside and outside and created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. The venue itself has so much history and the grounds have some amazing spots for photos or for guests to explore. Livi and Lizzie were amazingly supportive and easy to deal with from start to finish, special shout out to Livi who ran our wedding day seamlessly, we couldn't have asked for a nicer team to deal with. The rest of the team supporting were absolutely top notch, the food was amazing and we got so many comments and compliments from guests throughout the day. The accommodation available on site is stunning (we we're lucky enough to also use the newly renovated Gatehouse East which was amazing). St Osyth Priory will forever hold a special place in both of our hearts, we're so glad we found the venue and look forward to continued visits in years to come. If you're looking for a venue and team for your wedding, we couldn't recommend St Osyth Priory highly enough.

Shoot Date
Wedding: February
December 2024
Exceptionally beautiful venue!

Exceptionally beautiful venue!

K & M
Wedding: August
October 2024
Absolutely stunning location

Absolutely stunning location for a wedding ceremony, steeped in history

A & T
Wedding: November
October 2024
amazing wedding venue

The beauty of the Priory and the attention to detail makes it an amazing wedding venue

Location & Contact Details for St Osyth Priory

Wedding Venue Address
St. Osyth Priory, West field lane, Essex, CO16 8GW, England, United Kingdom
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St Osyth Priory open afternoon!

3rd May 2025
Calling all newly engaged couples! We’re delighted to invite you to our Open Viewing! Join us on Saturday 3rd May from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and explore the beauty of our glorious estate.
FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at St Osyth Priory?

We love every wedding that we host.

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

Think about the most important part of your Wedding day! Is it the photos, the food, the entertainment? And plan your budget accordingly.

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

We love personalised table plans with locations the couple have visited, photos, special dates and key memories.

Describe St Osyth Priory in 5 adjectives

Historic, Iconic, Scenic, Unforgettable and Luxury

Where’s the best photo spot at St Osyth Priory?

There's too many to name! The monastic ruins and The Gatehouse are beautiful picture spots - especially for those intimate pictures for just the two of you.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at St Osyth Priory?

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What’s your favourite canapé?

Nduja Scotch Quail Eggs with Smoked salt, Seared Scallops in Pancetta or Whipped Goats’ Cheese Pickled beetroot, wholegrain croute.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Mini fish and chips!

What is St Osyth Priory most unique feature?

The History, the Chapel and the flexibility due to being a privately owned estate.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The team. We have a sensational team here on the estate who will make your dream day happen - and be even more what you imagined!
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