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70 Venues for Hire in Essex, England

Hylands Estate offers an impressive setting for holding Business & Corporate Events such as meetings, conferences and seminars. Surrounded by 574 ...
Hylands Estate

Hylands Estate

 Chelmsford
London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 8WQ
4 Meeting Rooms 300 Max capacity 350 Max Price
Amazing ideas are sparked from inspiring teams. From conferences and breakfast brainstorms to cocktail parties and gala dinners. Plus, we offer our be...
County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2PZ
5 Meeting Rooms 150 Max capacity 500 Max Price
Welcome to the best choice of conference and meeting rooms in ChelmsfordHere at Chelmsford City Council’s main Civic Centre building, we have a variet...
Civic Centre Chelmsford

Civic Centre Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1JE
5 Meeting Rooms 200 Max capacity 550 Max Price
Situated in a prime position on Southend’s famous cliffs, the Cliffs Pavilion offers fantastic views across the Thames Estuary and is an exclusive ven...
Cliffs Pavilion Southend

Cliffs Pavilion Southend

 Southend-On-Sea
Station Road, Station Road, Southend-On-Sea, SSO 7RA
4 Meeting Rooms 1630 Max capacity 300 Max Price
The Palace Hotel, previously known as the Park Inn by Radisson Palace Hotel, Southend-on-Sea is a historic building on the seaside, offering 7 meeting...
The Palace Hotel Southend-on-Sea

The Palace Hotel Southend-on-Sea

 Southend-On-Sea
Church Road, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2AL
7 Meeting Rooms 280 Max capacity  
Great Hallingbury Manor has undergone an extensive refurbishment and upgrade, offering an enhanced experience for every guest. Conveniently located cl...
Great Hallingbury Manor

Great Hallingbury Manor

 Stansted
Great Hallingbury, Stansted, CM22 7TJ
3 Meeting Rooms 50 Max capacity 250 Max Price
Meetings@ Holiday Inn Colchester presents you with a new outlook on the way meetings are held. We offer a fresh approach to meetings at our venue; fro...
Holiday Inn Colchester

Holiday Inn Colchester

 Colchester
Eight Ash Green, Abbotts Lane, Colchester, CO6 3QL
5 Meeting Rooms 120 Max capacity  
Located within St. Botolph’s Quarter in the historic centre of town and set over two floors, Curzon Colchester hosts 3 screens from 56 seats up to 139...
Curzon Colchester Cinema

Curzon Colchester Cinema

 Colchester
Roman House, 19 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PH
4 Meeting Rooms 139 Max capacity  
A meld of character, charm and effortless efficiency, The George’s Tudor room handles events with a special touch. Whether a boardroom meeting for up ...
The George Hotel Colchester

The George Hotel Colchester

 Colchester
116 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1TD
  40 Max capacity 55 Max Price
Looking for a relaxed, yet highly professional location for your business meeting or social event? Well, thanks to our fully-equipped meeting room, th...
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

 Colchester
A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, CO7 7QY
  15 Max capacity 29 Max Price
Rich in history and surrounded by 500 acres of stunning parkland, Braxted Park Estate is the ideal venue to host your meetings, conferences, corporate...
Braxted Park

Braxted Park

 Witham
Great Braxted, Witham, CM8 3EN
  400 Max capacity  
Where the meadows and creeks of the Tendring Peninsula meet the sea, a hidden corner of Essex awaits – barely an hour from London but a million miles ...
Kingscliff Hotel

Kingscliff Hotel

 Clacton-On-Sea
55 Kings Parade, Clacton-On-Sea, CO15 5JB
1 Meeting Room 80 Max capacity 45 Max Price
Mulberry House is a hidden gem nestled within the beautiful Essex countryside village of High Ongar, ideally situated just 40 minutes from central Lon...
Mulberry House

Mulberry House

 Ongar
Chelmsford Road, High Ongar, Ongar, CM5 9NL
8 Meeting Rooms 200 Max capacity  

Bar & Beyond Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
6 Moulsham, Chelmsford, CM2 0HR
2 Meeting Rooms 800 Max capacity  

Essex County Cricket Club

 Chelmsford
The Ford County Ground, New Writtle Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0PG
  200 Max capacity  

Greenwoods Hotel & Spa

 Chelmsford
Stock Road, Stock, Ingatestone, Chelmsford, CM4 9BE
3 Meeting Rooms 200 Max capacity 1500 Max Price

Chelmsford City Racecourse

 Chelmsford
Moulsham Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM3 1QP
  400 Max capacity  

Best Western Atlantic Hotel Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
New Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1PP
  60 Max capacity  

Little Channels

 Chelmsford
Pratts Farm Lane West, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 3PR
  90 Max capacity 250 Max Price

Pontlands Park Hotel

 Chelmsford
W Hanningfield Rd, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, CM2 8HR
  100 Max capacity  

Holiday Inn Basildon

 Basildon
Waterfront Walk, Basildon, SS14 3DG
  300 Max capacity 125 Max Price

Toby Carvery Basildon

 Basildon
Unit 5, Festival Leisure Park, Festival Way, Basildon, SS14 3WB
  60 Max capacity 60 Max Price

Harlow Greyhound Stadium

 Harlow
Barclay Entertainment Ltd, The Pinnacles, Roydon Road, Harlow, CM19 5FT
     

The Heron Country Club

 Brentwood
Herongate, Brentwood, CM13 3LW
  120 Max capacity  
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Funeral Wake / Celebration of Life at Great Hallingbury Manor
Celebrate the life of a loved one in the welcoming and historic surroundings of Great Hallingbury Manor hotel, close to Bishops Stortford, Great Dunmow and Stansted. Our thoughtfully designed packages include unlimited tea and coffee, a delicious finger buffet, and room hire, making it easy to create a meaningful and heartfelt gathering. Whether sharing memories, stories, or quiet moments together, our attentive team will ensure the occasion is comfortable, supportive, and memorable for all.Prices start from £28.00 per personbased on minimum of 20 guests
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Thursday 31,
December 2026

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Celebration of Life at The Palace Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Celebrate a life well lived with our thoughtfully designed Celebration of Life package. We provide a beautiful, stress-free setting where family and friends can gather, share memories, and honour a loved one with warmth, dignity, and personal touches.
- Complimentary hire of the Pier View Suite
- Unlimited tea and coffee throughout your gathering
- Light buffet, including a selection of sandwiches, sausage rolls, and crisps
- Bluetooth speaker available for background music
- Easel provided for the display of photographs or tributes
- Elegant centrepieces: glass vases with mirror bases
- Tables available for memorial or tribute displays
Package details:
Minimum of 10 guests (maximum capacity: 30) £23.95 per person
Discounted bedroom rates available for guests
Upgrade options:
Laurel & Hardy Suite – £150 (capacity 50)
Pier View Restaurant – £500 (capacity 70)
Palace Ballroom – £300 (capacity 150)
Buffet upgrades available
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Thursday 31,
December 2026

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Day Delegate Package at The Palace Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Host a successful meeting with our convenient Day Delegate Package. Enjoy a fully equipped meeting space, refreshments, 2 x snack breaks and lunch to keep delegates energised throughout the day. Prices start from £35.00 per person.Bedrooms can also be added for those wishing to stay overnight at a discounted rate.
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Thursday 31,
December 2026

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