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Leez Priory, wedding venue in Essex, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(199)

Leez Priory

Hartford End, Little Waltham, Essex, CM3 1JP, Essex, UK

Guest capacity
30 to 250 guests
Per person from
Menus from £100

About Leez Priory

Tucked away in Little Waltham, Essex, Leez Priory is an elegant, Tudor-era wedding venue brimming with historic charm. Nestled amid 40 acres of postcard-perfect parkland, this getaway has been setting the scene for milestone occasions for decades. It is home to numerous cottages, lakes, and barns, and you are welcome to celebrate every stage of your once-in-a-lifetime event here. Though not far from the hustle and bustle of London, this hidden gem has a peaceful atmosphere that you and your guests are bound to appreciate. Facilities and Capacity You can be joined by up to 110 of your nearest and dearest at Leez Priory for the daytime celebrations and up to 250 for the evening party. From intimate elopements to large-scale affairs, the property can provide the backdrop for a range of wedding types. You and your partner can exchange your vows at the Great Tower, an eye-catching space situated right beside the main house. Following your photoshoot on the grounds, be sure to head into the converted Coach House Barn for dining and dancing. The Main Hall is also suitable for receptions; a sophisticated room replete with ornate decor. As well as its event spaces, this venue boasts 22 bedrooms and two Lodges, all of which can be exclusively reserved for you and your guests. Services Offered At Leez Priory, the staff will work diligently to bring every detail of your marital vision to life. You will be granted exclusive access to all of the venue's facilities, while your own Personal Wedding Manager will be on hand to ensure that everything runs like clockwork. Before the festivities begin, you can make your final preparations in the well-appointed get-ready room. Complete with a four-poster bed and a jacuzzi, this is a wonderful spot for unwinding and socialising before your wedding.

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Styles & facilities

Historic
In the country
Barn
Stately home
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Outdoor fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Changing room for wedding guests
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Overnight accommodation for guests
Pet-friendly
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence

Reviews

5.0(199)5/5 from 199 couple reviews

5/5 review

IanAugust 2026

5.0

we loved our wedding here. Everything from start to finish was perfect. From the first day we went up

5/5 review

TeresaJuly 2026

5.0

We have a Disney vs football mashup wedding theme. Our first wedding planner was great but then we got Toby. He was amazing and made our

5/5 review

GavinApril 2026

5.0

I was a guest last Friday April 10th at the most fantastic weddding. All I can say is the venue is wonderful & the staff / food was seriously good. I couldnt fault anything. Perfectly cooked food, attentative staff who couldnt do enough & nothing was too much to ask. From a guests point of view it was

5/5 review

AngharadFebruary 2026

5.0

We got married in Jan 2026 at Leez Priory. It was so magical from start to finish. The staff were fantastic, the house and grounds are kept very well and the food was amazing. We booked during one of their open days and found the process in the lead up to the big day very straight forward. I thought the package we booked was good value for money and the DJ being included was a bonus. The grounds and house are both brilliant for photos. This venue also worked for us as the disco was separate from other guest areas so there were both places to chat and places to party which suited

5/5 review

HiranNovember 2025

5.0

Practically faultless. Brilliant from pre booking all the way to after the weddi

5/5 review

SuzieOctober 2025

5.0

Rachel was absolutely amazing. She made everything so easy, perfect and seamless for us. They shouldered so much and honestly we couldn’t be more grateful to her. The venue is just stunning. There’s not a single fault I could place with Leez Priory. ALL of the staff were incredible and went above and beyond. The bar staff were so knowledgea

5/5 review

EleonoreSeptember 2025

5.0

From booking our first visit to the actual wedding day, we lacked nothing at all. Leading up to the day, we had lots of changing details but Leez Priory were great at adapting to every single one. The wedding day itself had moderate wind warnings and we saw how dedicated staff were, catching our chair sashes and holding everything together (literally). Our wedding manager Rachel ensured we had everything we could possibly want, even the groom’s favourite German beer. The day went smoothly and we felt taken care of in every possible way. We booked the Fisherman’s cottage for the bridesmaids the night before as we had many flying in internationally. We also booked all accommodation for our guests and everyone commented on how beautiful the place was. The food was amazing and we had plenty, both during the dinn

5/5 review

CharlotteJuly 2025

5.0

Everyone here is really lovely and acc

5/5 review

JohnJune 2025

5.0

As the father of the groom, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for all your help, guidance, and support in arranging, what I can only describe as, the perfect wedding. I have never experienced such an event when all the guests expressed such praise, compliments, and surprise at the quality of the arrangements, facilities and service provided. I am astonished at how well the wedding was organised, and how smoothly it ran. Every member of your staff throughout the day delivered an excellent service, particularly Leanne. A truly amazing wedding manager. Leanne was exceptional in every way. Nothing seemed too much for her to deal with and her manner remained so calm, welcoming and positive throughout the day. We knew we were in very safe hands, and the outcome proved it. A perfect example of a guardian angel! Thank you again to Country House Weddings and

5/5 review

RachelMay 2025

5.0

Thank you for the most stunning wedding ve

4.2/5 review

MelissaJanuary 2025

4.2

We got married at Leez Priory on the 7th of September 2024. Considering how long they have been a wedding venue, they were pretty flexible with some of the ideas we had for the venue styling that turned out amazingly! The staff really made the day something special and couldn't have done enough for us. Special mention must be made for Leanne, our

4.4/5 review

NikkiJanuary 2025

4.4

We got married at Leez Priory in October 2024. This venue is stunning both inside and out with immaculately kept grounds and interior. The hospitality in the lead up to and on the day of the wedding was fantastic. The food was also brilliant. Another great perk of this venue is the amount of on site accommodation. A couple of drawbacks / experiences during our wedding. There are only a few toilets in the main building which kept blocking and overflowing throughout the evening which led to us taking some guests to the dressing room or honeymoon cottage to use the facilities. You are also restricted by the venue on any external food or drink suppliers and the venues optional ext

4.8/5 review

VanessaJanuary 2025

4.8

We got married at Leez Priory in August 2024- great venue and experience from initial viewing to leaving the morning after the wedding. Leanne acted as our wedding planner and was friendly, professional and helpful throughout. We opted for the classic package and the food was amazing quality with everyone commenting how full they were! The venue is beautiful with several options for ceremony b

5/5 review

JamesDecember 2024

5.0

Stunning venue. Fantastic Team. Very accommodating toward our unique "surprise" strategy. Our guests were truly surprised. Thank you.

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