Great Leighs, nr Chelmsford, Essex
Nestled in the glorious Essex countryside, Leez Priory is a Tudor manor house exclusive-use wedding venue, just over an hour away from Central London. A sweeping driveway leads you to a place of forgotten grandeur and imposing gates reveal an intimate wedding venue set around a tranquil inner courtyard. With shimmering lakes and manicured gardens, you won’t believe you have found a place of such beauty and splendour.
Leez Priory, our beautiful Essex Tudor Manor, is one of the best-loved wedding venues in the UK. It is admired for its unrivalled stately elegance and welcoming feel. Leez Priory offers you the exclusive-use of a charming carriageway, the great tower, two reception rooms, bar and a characterful cellar disco. You will also have seven beautiful ceremony options available to you, including three outdoor options that will take your breath away. Surrounded by lush greenery, Leez Priory’s gardens are home to woodland, parkland, two beautiful lakes and a brook.
Our in-house culinary team will work with you to ensure a memorable dining experience enhances your dream wedding. Choose from our array of contemporary cuisine or design your menu with your Wedding Manager for a truly unique wedding breakfast. Bring your ideas to the table and we'll provide the skill and expertise to make them a reality. Our talented chefs use fresh local produce wherever possible to create flavoursome dishes served beautifully.
Our dedicated Bar & Beverages team are on hand to help you select suitable drinks to serve throughout your day. Leez Priory has a stunning original Oak Bar, which is fully stocked with all your favourite beverages. During the day, you and your guests can enjoy Champagne and cocktails in the Bar and reception rooms or outside in the carriageway on sunny days and in the evening, our selection of drinks ensures there is something for everyone.
Our wedding accommodation is full of rustic, countryside charm. We have 20 bedrooms set in a courtyard away from the Main House, two family lodges nestled in the grounds, two Main House bedrooms with historic tower views and a private cottage as the Bridal Suite. In total we can offer accommodation to 54 guests.
Make an appointment to come and see us at Leez Priory - a breath-taking Tudor manor house wedding venue set within 40 acres of parkland and gardens where your dreams of a perfect wedding day can come true!
Photographers: Lavenham Photographic | Neil Bailey Photos | Boutique Wedding Films | EPS Photography | Matt Birchall | Chris Woodman | John Payton | Jasmine Jade Photography | Jonathan Flint | The Kensington Photographer | Paul Liddement | Tom Halliday | Scott Miller | Justin Bailey | Lily & White | Visions of View | Liam Gillan | Rebecca Clark | Chris Woodman | Fizzy Photography
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Last call for May 27!
All remaining dates until 31st May 2027 just £9,995 for the Classical package for 60 guests!
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Summer 27 from just £11,500!
June to August 2027 wedding packages now from just £11,500!
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When one day is not enough...
Upgrade to a two-day wedding for just £3,995!
On selected dates and midweek dates only - talk to a member of the team for more details.
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Leez Priory
Hartford End
Great Leighs, nr Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 1JP
Telephone: 01245 362 555
Email: info@leez-priory.co.uk
Website: leez-priory.co.uk
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