Country house hotel and event spaces in Essex
Celebrations
Weddings, parties, christenings, birthdays, special anniversaries, baby showers and remembering loved ones - whatever you’re celebrating, Downham Hall will ensure it’s a day to remember.
Conveniently located yet tucked away in the picturesque Essex countryside, Downham Hall is the ideal setting to bring everyone together for a special celebration. With a fully equipped marquee, elegant function rooms, beautifully landscaped gardens, and a delicious selection of food favourites, we’ll ensure your guests are talking about the occasion for years to come.
We cater for a wide variety of events, including weddings, parties, conferences and meetings, wakes, baby showers, christenings, and private dining. If you have something else in mind, we’d be delighted to hear from you too.
Tie the knot at Downham
Elegant indoor and outdoor spaces, picture-perfect backdrops, and of course, an array of exceptional dishes to enjoy — every wedding at Downham Hall is truly one of a kind. Whatever you have in mind for your special day, our dedicated team is here to bring your vision to life. And with capacity for up to 200 guests, you can celebrate in style, knowing no one has been left off the guest list.
Conference and Meetings
Downham Hall caters for a wide range of business functions, from small early-morning breakfast meetings and training days to large-scale events, accommodating between 4 and 90 delegates.
Whether you require a private room, exclusive use of the entire house, or our spacious marquee, we have the flexibility to meet your needs.
Private Dining
Downham Hall is the perfect venue for celebrating a special occasion, offering a choice of elegant settings for private dining, including our beautiful Orangery, the De Beauvoir Suite, and our spacious marquee.
Proudly awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, we promise a dining experience that is sure to impress.
We had our wedding at Downham Hall and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The venue offered a very good planning service to help organise the day. On the day itself the staff were professional and everything ran very smoothly. The price was also very reasonable considering the quality of the venue. However the thing that sets Downham Hall apart is the setting - the unspoilt panoramic views of the countryside are amazing. The building itself (including the guest rooms) is also very well presented. If anyone is looking at wedding venues I would highly recommend that you consider this place.
Mark Robertson
Google review
Food & Drink
Would it be a proper celebration without food? Whether it’s a sharing-style feast or decadent dinners you’re after, our chefs have got you covered with an extensive list of menus to choose from. And with a licensed bar situated in our marquee, you and your guests can enjoy a range of champagne, wine, beer, cocktails and spirits served by our bar team.
Our Marquee
Whatever the cause for celebration, our marquee is perfect for both daytime and evening gatherings, and can host anywhere from 20 to 180 guests. It’s fully heated during the cooler months and can be opened up to make the most of the gardens during the summer. Plus, with a custom-built bar, lounge seating area, chandeliers and starlit dance floor, you can be the host with the most all year round.
Start planning
Whether you have questions about our facilities or want to check dates with us, just drop our team a message and we can get planning.