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Sudbury, Essex

Smeetham Hall Barn

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£2999 - £5199 for venue hire
Up to 150
On-site
Exclusive Use
Wedding licence
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Although still a working farm, Smeetham Hall is a stunning setting for your wedding and is widely known to be a leading wedding venue in Essex.
Features & Capacity
Overview
Venue Type
Barn
Guests
150
Reception Capacity
250
Venue
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Exclusive Use
Grade I/II Listed Building
In-house Wedding Coordinator
Landscaped Gardens
Marquee Permitted
On-site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
Water View
Ceremony and Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Confetti Permitted
Fireworks Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Food and Drink
Alcohol Licence
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted
In-house Wine List
Pricing & Costs
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Venue Hire Only
Prices start at
£2,999
Maximum Price
£5,199
Reviews
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A Perfect Day!
Dear Bridget,  Happy New Year to you!  We had such a wonderful wedding at Smeetham Hall Barn on Saturday 17th December. Our day was just... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in December 2016
Best Day of Our Lives!
Dear Bridget, We wanted to say a huge thank you for helping to make our wedding day the best day of our lives!  You were incredible on t... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in October 2016
Lots of compliments!
Dear Bridget, We had an amazing day and everything was absolutely perfect. Had lots of compliments.  Best wedding our guests had been to... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in April 2017
Perfect Venue!
Hi Bridget, Sorry we missed you on Sunday to say goodbye and thank you. We had such a wonderful day on Saturday and so much of that was ... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in April 2017
HUGE thank you!
Hi Bridget and Lou, We just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for everything this weekend! We had a perfect day and the venue looked absolu... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in April 2017
Perfect Wedding!
Just wanted to say a quick thank you for everything you did before and on our wedding day. It was such a perfect day :-) It was everythi... 
By Chris Hewitson on 3rd August 2017
A happy couple
Married in March 2017
Full Description
  • When it comes to weddings, we know that there is no 'one size to fit all' package. Whether you are looking for a venue for your wedding reception, civil ceremony or both, we are sure to have something to suit you. For a Saturday wedding, the Barn is available from 9am on Friday until midday on Sunday. For a Tuesday wedding, for example, the Barn is available from 2pm on Monday until midday on Wednesday. Charges for a weekend wedding include Fridays and bank holidays. All prices exclude bank holidays and Christmas period. A deposit of £750 is required to confirm a booking and the balance is due eight weeks prior to the wedding date. No corkage! A huge saving! We have three AMAZING LATE AVAILABILITY package offers available for 2018: Friday, 8th June £6,699 (incl. VAT): 80 day guests for a 3-course wedding breakfast; 100 evening guests for delicious bacon butties/fish finger and rocket sandwiches DJ Saturday, 30th June £6,999 (incl. VAT): details as above Saturday, 21st July £6,999 (incl. VAT): details as above Please call 01787 374544 or visit our website www.smeethamhall.co.uk
  • Personal Message from the Manager
    Name of Wedding Contact: Bridget Hyde Parker
    Our couples are very important to us and we look after them from the minute they book until the end of their wedding day - they are welcome to come and see the Barn as many times as they like, or, they can call and chat to ask as many questions as they like! We never mind. We want them to have a wonderful experience in planning their wedding.
  • Experience
    # Of Weddings Hosted
    More than 50
    # Of People In Team
    3
    Public Liability Insurance
    Yes
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Location & Contact Details
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  • Directions
    • Address
    • Smeetham Hall Lane, Sudbury, Essex, CO10 7EU, England
    • Nearest Town
    • Sudbury
    • Nearest Motorway & Junction
    • M11/A120
    • Nearest Train Station
    • Sudbury
    • Nearest Airport
    • Stansted
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
They truly are all special!
What’s your #1 wedding planning tip for couples?
To ask as many questions as they need and to visit Smeetham as much as possible to feel at home.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Beautiful, personal, historic, romantic, relaxed
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
There are so many but a sunset shot in our wild flower meadow in the summer.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes! But the secrets are ours!
What’s your favourite canapé?
We only get to look! Mini shepherd's pies always look amazing.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
I don't have one!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The romantic atmosphere - lots of fairy lights, lots of beams
What part of your business are you most proud of?
I get great joy in showing couples around the Barn - it speaks for itself.

Open Day 12pm-3pm free entry

  • 29th April 2018
  • Come and see our beautiful Barn set up for a wedding and meet a handful of our wonderful local suppliers - all with a glass of fizz in hand! We are happy to show you around and talk weddings!!

Bridebook benefits

  • Bridebook Discount: We have three AMAZING LATE AVAILABILITY package offers available for 2018: Friday, 8th June £6,699 (incl. VAT): 80 day guests for a 3-course wedding breakfast; 100 evening guests for delicious bacon butties/fish finger and rocket sandwiches, DJ // Saturday, 30th June £6,999 (incl. VAT): details as before // Saturday, 21st July £6,999 (incl. VAT) details as before // Please call 01787 374544 or visit our website www.smeethamhall.co.uk

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