Layer Marney Tower

Layer Marney Tower

Layer Marney, England, CO5 9US
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At Layer Marney Tower, the team understands that each couple’s wedding day should be unique and special, so they work tirelessly to make it as romantic and unforgettable as possible. Home to beautiful Tudor architecture surrounded by idyllic gardens and parkland, this much-loved historic wedding venue in Essex offers the perfect backdrop for any wedding – complete with stunning views of the Blackwater Estuary. 

With over 25 years of experience and an expert team, you can trust Layer Marney Tower to ensure your big day goes off without a hitch! They offer civil ceremonies, wedding receptions, dinner parties, and more, while the parish church located within the gardens presents the ideal opportunity for couples to have a church ceremony if they wish.

Event types supported

Wedding
Awards Night
Christmas Party
Conference
Corporate Party
Function
Gala Dinner
Meeting
Networking Event
Seminar

Venue details

Sitting
Sitting
Up to 200 guests
Standing
Standing
Up to 250 guests

Spaces at this venue

Long Gallery
Capacity
0-200

Long Gallery

Wi-Fi Projector Natural light Accessible venue Storage space Smoking area Dance floor
Corsellis Room
Capacity
0-120

Corsellis Room

Wi-Fi Projector Natural light Accessible venue Storage space Smoking area
Essex Barn
Capacity
0-250

Essex Barn

Wi-Fi Projector Natural light Accessible venue Storage space Smoking area Dance floor

Frequently asked questions

Capacity limits vary depending on your chosen event space and are as follows: Corsellis Room (ceremony) — 120, outdoor ceremony — 200Long Gallery wedding breakfast — 140, evening reception — 200Barn wedding breakfast — 200, evening reception — 250
Weddings at Layer Marney Tower should end at midnight.
Layer Marney Tower weddings look different for every guest. Some couples prefer a church wedding followed by a formal wedding breakfast amongst the historic Tudor architecture. Others like to dance the night away in the barn with rustic decorations and a dancefloor!
Couples will enjoy complimentary use of the Honeymoon Suite when they book a wedding reception at Layer Marney Tower. There is also plenty of accommodation for your guests — including the de Zoete Rooms with four poster beds and a walk-in shower or glamping!  There are six tented encampments on the grounds with wooden floors, running water and even a hot tub, all under a canvas roof. For larger events, there are also plenty of hotels in the surrounding area as well.
Yes. There are 60 spaces with an overflow area.
Excellent! Bouquet Garni provides exceptional catering at Layer Marney Tower with options for both formal and informal dining.
Yes, pre-wedding menu tastings are available with the venue’s exclusive caterer, Bouquet Garni.

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Lavinia George-Veale
Lavinia George-Veale
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