Wivenhoe House Hotel Wins Two Essex Wedding Awards for 2026 26 November 2025

Wivenhoe House Hotel is celebrating a remarkable achievement this year after being awarded two major titles at the Essex Wedding Awards 2026: Best Historic Wedding Venue of the Year and Best Hotel Wedding Venue of the Year.

These awards recognise the venues that consistently deliver exceptional experiences, places where couples feel supported, inspired and cared for; from start to finish. Being honoured in both categories is a huge moment for the team and a reflection of the dedication that goes into every single wedding hosted here.

Where historic elegance meets modern romance

Our Grade II listed house has always been known for its timeless charm, sweeping parkland and warm, personal service. Combined with the light and airy Garden Wing, Wivenhoe House Hotel offers couples a unique blend of heritage and contemporary style a setting where, as we often say, historic elegance meets modern romance.

Every celebration here is shaped around the couple, their story and their vision. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony within the historic house or a larger celebration in the Garden Suite, our team works to create a day that feels effortless, beautiful and uniquely theirs.

A heartfelt thank you to our couples

We are incredibly grateful to every couple who has chosen Wivenhoe House Hotel for their special day. Your trust, your ideas and your unforgettable moments are what make these awards so meaningful.

We cannot thank all our couples enough for choosing us to host your special day, and we are privileged to be a part of your next chapter. Your celebrations are at the heart of everything we do.

Celebrating the Essex wedding community

We’d also like to congratulate all of the finalists and winners at this year’s Essex Wedding Awards. It’s inspiring to be recognised alongside so many talented venues and suppliers who help make Essex such an incredible place to get married.

Looking ahead to 2026 and beyond

Winning these awards marks an exciting moment for Wivenhoe House Hotel as we continue to shape unforgettable wedding experiences for the year ahead. From seasonal celebrations to modern trends and bespoke touches, we’re committed to offering couples the very best from their first viewing to their first dance.

If you’re newly engaged or beginning your wedding planning journey, we’d love to welcome you to our award-winning wedding venue in Essex,

Find out more about weddings at Wivenhoe House Hotel or book a viewing here.