About Colville Hall
A family run venue
Philippa and Richard Marriage welcome you to Colville Hall in the Essex countryside. They bought Colville Hall after falling in love with its historic charm.
The Marriage’s saw its potential as a special wedding venue. They have since lovingly restored the rustic barns on the estate. In 2019 our barns wedding venue opened.
The Marriages live on the estate with their beloved dog, Minnie. If you’re lucky, you might meet Minnie the cockapoo, when you tour the venue.
Rustic wedding location
Blessed with acres of land, Colville Hall is also a working organic farm.
Richard is from an Essex family of master millers and has his own family crest. He farms the land at Colville, growing produce for his family brand, Marriage’s Flour. Their award-winning flour can be found in supermarkets across the UK.
While Richard is farming the land, wife Philippa takes care of the wedding venue. Philippa ensures that everything runs seamlessly for wedding days. When she’s not showing couples around, you’ll find her on long walks around the estate with Minnie. Or in the kitchen baking bread from her husband’s flour.
Historic barn wedding venue
Colville Hall is a unique wedding location. Colville was previously a medieval village. It contains rustic barns, a Tudor Courthouse and grade 1 archway. The archway is one of two remaining archways still-standing from the 16th century. It makes the perfect backdrop for unique wedding photos.
What is the history of Colville Hall?
Colville Hall lies within the remains of an ancient moated site. It contains several medieval and post medieval timber framed and thatched barns. Its farm buildings were used by wealthy farmers.
A Timeline Of Colville Hall
1101-1200 – Farm building date back to the 12th century.
1500-1700 – Colville Hall was a moated farmstead. It was centred around an earlier hall, predating Colville Hall.
1537 – Established as a manor by John Browne. The original medieval house was re-built.
1701 – Mrs Prisca Coburne left the farm to the Seaman’s Widow Charity.
1846 – Roman artefacts collected by farmer Robert Judd. These dated from the 1st to the 4th centuries AD. Coins were found dating from Emperors Nero to Gratian.
1701-1914 – The Seaman’s Widow Charity owned Colville.
1914 – The farm was bought by Mr J N Lunkies.
2010 – Philippa and Richard Marriage purchased Colville Hall and stared renovations.
Rustic barn wedding
Our barns in Essex are grade 1 listed. The barns date back to the 12th century – the time of the Crusades and the beginning of the Renaissance. Post-medieval timber frames and thatching create a charming vibe. We are one of the top country barn wedding venues in Essex. Your Colville Hall wedding will be perfect.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can you accommodate in the day and the evening?
200 total, during the day or night.
Is the venue licensed for Civil Ceremonies?
Yes, the licence was just renewed this August.
Is the wedding venue available for exclusive hire?
Absolutely, Yes the grounds will be yours without any other event running at the same time.
Who will be the point of contact in the lead-up to the wedding?
We have 2 co-ordinators: Karen (Senior Wedding Co-ordinator), and Lucy. Your coordinator will be decided when your date gets closer so you will have a direct number to contact them on. In the meantime, the office can help with all your wedding related questions.
Do I have to use your recommended suppliers?
You can use your own suppliers with the exception of caterers. We work exclusively with Limeberry Catering.
We do offer a dry hire option, where you can use your own caterers, supply your own drinks for the day, and we provide the evening bar. This is limited to certain dates – please ask for info.
Do you have accommodation on-site?
Yes, we can sleep up to 20 people in our fabulous accommodation blocks – The Bridal Suite, The Stables and The Old Dairy. You can get ready on site in our prep room if you book our accommodation.
Is there enough parking for all of our guests?
Yes, we have a large car park and overflow too. Cars can be securely left overnight for collection the following day (by 10am)
From what time can we access the venue?
9:00 am
Are there areas for both of us to get ready in the morning?
If you hire the accommodation, you can get ready on site in the prep room and accommodation blocks.
How flexible are you with timings of the day?
Fully Flexible, It is your big day, please let us know what you timing/plans are and we’ll make sure all goes smoothly.
Can we get married outside?
Yes, we have various options for outdoor ceremonies , including gazebos by lakes, an ancient tree and woodland. Please email info@colvillehall.co.uk to enquire.
Are there any décor restrictions?
Not at all, no restrictions on temporary decorations. However, no naked flames/candles allowed. An LED alternative is absolutely fine.
Are fireworks/confetti allowed?
Unfortunately not. We cannot have fireworks due to the thatched roof, but confetti is ok as long as inside.
Do you allow dry hire?
Yes – please message us to enquire as we do offer dry hire on certain months / days of the week.
Are pets allowed at the wedding?
Of course, but please keep an eye on them.
Are drone cameras allowed on site?
Unfortunately not, due to the site being a working farm and private residence.
Wedding deals Essex
You can book the venue at reduced rates during ‘low season’ and ‘mid season’ throughout the year. For more information, view this PDF.
Do you offer woodland weddings?
Yes, we can do. Please email info@colvillehall.co.uk to enquire.
Is accommodation included in the venue booking?
No, it isn’t. The accommodation is only available to wedding parties at an additional charge. More information on accommodation can be found here.
Barn wedding hire
Sorry. Currently there is no option to hire without the use of a Catering or Drinks package.
Wedding catering prices
To find out more about wedding catering, visit our catering page. You can also email us for more information at: info@colvillehall.co.uk.
Colville Hall wedding cost
For a list of Colville Hall’s prices, please see this PDF.