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The Room in the Rodings

Ongar, Essex4.6 · 2 reviewsWebsite

Welcome to The Room in the Rodings The Room in the Rodings is a lovely venue which is ideal for weddings with 60-70 day guests and 100-130 in the evenings. The venue is located in the small village of Beauchamp Roding and surrounded by open countryside and panoramic views across neighbouring fields. Although rural, it is easily accessible by road from Chelmsford, Dunmow, Harlow and Bishop's Stortf

Venue type
In the country
Capacity
2–150 guests (150 seated)
Ceremony licence
Celebration only

About The Room in the Rodings

Welcome to The Room in the Rodings The Room in the Rodings is a lovely venue which is ideal for weddings with 60-70 day guests and 100-130 in the evenings. The venue is located in the small village of Beauchamp Roding and surrounded by open countryside and panoramic views across neighbouring fields. Although rural, it is easily accessible by road from Chelmsford, Dunmow, Harlow and Bishop's Stortford as well as being only a 25 minute drive from Stansted and the M11. Wedding ceremonies are conducted in the elegant Ceremony Room which can seat 60 guests, though we can have up to 100 guests with a combination of seated and standing. Adjoining the Ceremony Room is the tastefully decorated and spacious Dining Room. The maximum capacity is 100 seated guests and up to 150 for an evening buffet or party. Outside there is an attractive seating area with tables and chairs plus an enclosed grass area and a large field for any outdoor games and activities. Hirers may provide their own wine, champagne, prosecco and soft drinks for the reception and wedding breakfast and there is no corkage charge. Any suppliers of your choice are permitted, including caterers; giving flexibility to allow you to create the wedding you envision whilst keeping within your budget. You will have help and guidance along the way, should you need it. Packages are also available which include the food and drinks for the day, simplifying the planning process and ensuring you have excellent service throughout. The Room in the Rodings venue hire includes: Exclusive use of the venue Use of the ceremony room which is licensed for civil ceremonies Attractive courtyard and gardens Provide your own wine, prosecco & champagne for the reception and wedding breakfast with no corkage or service charge up until 7.00 pm Bring in any supplier of your choice, including caterers Fully licensed staffed bar for the evening reception from 7.00 pm (earlier by request) Tables and chairs provided Directory of local suppliers, accommodation options and useful information On the day wedding coordinator & rehearsal meeting before the wedding

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Exclusive use
  • Evening reception facilities
  • Alcohol licence
  • Car parking
  • Dance floor
  • Private catering allowed
  • Pet-friendly
  • Confetti permitted
  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

The Room in the Rodings, Ongar, Essex, CM5 0PF, England

Reviews

4.6 average from 2 reviews

Imported

Me and my wife lily had a fantastic time at the room in the rodings where we got married in September 2025. The venue was reasonably priced, the staff w

Ryan · 2026-01-14

Imported

Friendly and supportive staff. Great list of vendors that made our ceremony special!

Cecilia · 2026-06-24

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