It sometimes gets a bad rap, but I really love the county of Essex and all it has to offer – which includes some stunning wedding venues! I grew up in Billericay in South Essex and still have lots of family and friends in the area, so I’m really familiar with lots of locations around there. I love the gorgeous villages and rolling countryside in Essex, there’s so many lovely spots to discover! Just a stone’s throw from London, it’s so easy to get to, and with so many beautiful places to get married it’s no wonder that so many couples opt for an Essex Wedding. Essex is a big county and there are so many amazing venues to be found, but I’ve mentioned just a handful of my favourites below! Set back down a winding country lane in the Epping countryside, Gaynes Park, has everything you need for a truly magical wedding day. I love the stunning barn with mezzanine level, and the lovely walled garden, with the ‘long walk’ aisle up to the Orangery for your ceremony. Channels Golf Club is a venue that’s close to my heart, as it’s actually where I got married! This lovely golf club venue boasts a gorgeous barn reception venue and beautiful grounds, including a beautiful tree-lined pathway which is perfect for your photos.