Venues and Live Music

I have been singing professionally all of my life and I run a very sucessful wedding band in Essex, called One Foot in the Groove. Some venues just aren't good for live music, so I thought I take this time to highlight a few things worth thinking about when you come to book your wedding venue.
Choosing a venue is one of the biggest decisions you will have to make when planning your wedding. If having a live band, or any kind of musical entertainment for that matter,  is important you should consider a few things.

Has it got a Sound limiter and what is it set at?

Bands hate them, although a top band should be able to deal with it. The problem is they are sometimes set very low according to council regulations and if the music gets too loud the power to the performing area will cut out. Not only does this kill the atmosphere at your wedding reception, but it can seriously damage the bands equipment. Discos aren't too bad with sound limiters as the sound is condensed before it goes into the limiter. You should disclose to your band if there is a limiter so they are prepared, some bands will refuse to play with them.

Will the music be in a seperate room?

As the manager of a band, there is nothing worse I get to a new venue to find that the band are in one room, the bar in another and the food somewhere else. Now whilst this lovely looking historical building might look gorgeous, will you be able to create an atmosphere? There are lots of venues in Essex that I know very well, that are like this. What happens, and its doesn't matter how great your band or DJ is, you will loose guests somewhere within the venue. The best venues for atmosphere are the ones where the bar, dance floor and food are all in one place, and there are plenty of fabulous venues in Essex like this, as there are across the country. I just know Essex very well.

Can you have a live band?

There are some venues that do not allow live music, or even dancing of any sort. Strange but true. Could be the floors, they don't want damaged, the ceiling, the neighbours, a whole host of reasons, but if you have set your heart on a live band at your wedding, its worth checking. There is one I know of in Essex that no longer allows live bands and there is a very famous castle, the setting for a well known Sunday night drama that is seriously thinking about not allowing dancing, unless you take your shoes off!

Live music in marquees

Marquees are great for live music because there are no acoustics so the band can get the sound just right. However, if the marquee is at yours or a family members house then you should remember a couple of things. Make sure there is a stable power supply to the marquee. You don't want it to cut out! Also make sure you have a flat area, ideally a stage for the band to set up on. If its uneven the musicians will struggle to play, especially the drummer. If you are not having a stage, leave enough space when putting in the dance floor for the band to set up, otherwise you'll have equipment all over the dance floor, which doesn't look great and is dangerous. Most bands will tell you, that the depth is the most important.

Just a few little things to think about if you want live music at your wedding. Happy planning.
By Louise Perry, One Foot in the Groove

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Maylands Golf Club- The perfect wedding venue.


Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Maylands Golf Club, is the idea venue to host celebrations and special occasions from Christenings and Birthdays to Weddings and Anniversaries.


The venue is set within the beautiful Essex countryside is especially scenic with beautiful views over the picturesque golf course, which will provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding album. The venue is located just 14 miles from central London and 5 minutes away from the M25.  

Prepare to fall in love with Maylands, a truly unrivalled wedding venue in Romford. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, our golf club offers a truly stunning setting for the most important of occasions. from welcoming your guests with Champagne, to holding a beautiful, personal ceremony, and a delightful wedding breakfast for everyone to enjoy - we will take care of everything leaving you to enjoy the most special day of your lives. Whether you are choosing the complete wedding package or having the wedding reception at Maylands following a religious ceremony, you will find our function room is beautifully appointed with plenty of natural daylight and character. Being a countryside location there is ample space for parking, for the bridal party and their guests. Our function room is licensed for civil ceremonies, therefore the whole wedding day can be planned under one roof.

Our experienced staff possess a wealth of knowledge and will arrange or advise you in the essential details to ensure your wedding day will be one of the most memorable days of your lives and perfect in ever way. Choosing Maylands as the venue for your wedding is the first step towards your special day.

Imagine holding your special day within a 200 year old barn, with its original features, exposed beams, large open fire place and many original features. The Grand Hall overlooking the stunning scenery of the tree line golf course. The room has its outside terrace areas for your private use also a private bar and dance floor. 

We can cater for up to 150 guests. Our head chef has created an outstanding range of delectable menu suggestions for you to choose from wether you are looking for a formal sit down or an informal buffet. A multitude of options allows you flexibility with expert service and exquisite cuisine, which guarantee a day to remember. Stunning photo opportunities will always be available with the golf course as your back drop.

Summer Wedding Package

60 day guests and 100 evening guests. The complete package for only £3999

Reception drink, 3 course wedding Breakfast, Sparkling wine for the toast, Half bottle of house wine for per guest with their meal, Cake and Knife Stand, Chair covers with sashes, venue and room hire, Evening reception buffet for 100 people, Wedding DJ to play until 12.30pm, wedding co-ordinator, complementary round of golf for four guests.  All for £3999. For more information please contact Clare Daflon on 01708 341777. *Limited availability, available through our June, July & August, terms and conditions apply and available to new bookings only

Future event - Thursday 14th June, Wedding Open Evening, 6.00pm - 9.30pm, free entry and free glass of bucks fizz

For more information please contact Clare Daflon on 01708 341777 or email: clare@maylandsgolf.com.

Please visit our website at www.maylandsgolf.com

Woodhall Manor Intimate weddings

FOR exclusivity, intimacy and elegance seek out Woodhall Manor.

 This lavish 16^th Century mansion, at the heart of Suffolk’s beautiful heritage coast, is the ideal location for couples desiring a boutique-style wedding.

As many couples’ purse strings grow ever tighter there’s a real trend for smaller, more intimate celebrations, with brides and grooms inviting fewer guests, allowing them to have the lavish wedding they really want at a price they can afford.

Woodhall Manor offers a glamorous, private, home-from-home escape that suits this purpose perfectly. Whether you are opting for a smaller wedding to save money, have married abroad and want to relive your big day with family and friends in the UK, or are travelling down the aisle for the second time and only want your nearest and dearest present – Woodhall is ideal.

What makes the venue stand out is its exclusivity and flexibility. While at small hotels there may be other guests staying on the premises, at Woodhall the entire venue is yours and yours alone for your wedding, so you can live out the day of your dreams in complete privacy.

Let the manor, with its fine rooms and secluded grounds, play host to your intimate celebration in the ultimate house party.

The experienced team at Woodhall delights in making each and every wedding special, going to great lengths to take care of couples and their guests.

For your petite family wedding you can choose to hire the venue for a day, or make a mini-break of it, with fantastic mid-week packages available.

Arrive the day before your wedding and settle into one of the 12 lavishly appointed and individually furnished rooms with your guests and make the most of this precious free-time before the big day.

The bride may like to hire the services of a local beauty company to pamper her and the female members of the party in the house, while the menfolk can be pointed in the direction of facilities for clay pigeon shooting, fishing and many other activities.

Catch-up later in the evening with a steaming mug of cocoa before you head for bed, relaxed in the knowledge that there’ll be no rushing in the morning.

On the day of your wedding you have use of all of the rooms within the manor. From fabulous dining rooms in which to enjoy the wedding breakfast, to handsome ceremony rooms for your vows.

While the bar offers a spot in which to linger into the wee hours together for a nightcap, happy in the knowledge that no one has to drive home, and that younger guests can be safely tucked up in their rooms while you enjoy the final throes of your wedding day.

On your last day toast your newly married status and reflect on an occasion that will have created lasting memories for you and every single person in your wedding party.

Prices start from as little as £95+vat per person.

Call Woodhall Manor today on 01394 411288 or email info@woodhallmanor.co.uk and start planning your wonderful wedding. http://www.woodhallweddings.co.uk/

Chigwell Hall ~ The Perfect Venue

From intimate gatherings of 30 guests to lavish events for 800.

Chigwell Hall really is the perfect venue.

Located in the heart of Chigwell, Essex in 42 acres of beautiful greenery stands our Grade II listed building with two in-house function suites.

 We are also home to our unique summer marquee with the capability of seating 800+ guests.

 

Chigwell Hall has an outstanding reputation for holding Weddings and pride ourselves on providing the best service!

For exclusive packages and special offers, get in touch!

Chigwell Hall

Dessert tables with a touch of French chic?

French Made is a London/ Essex based dessert table company. Our buffet includes Anglo-French custom cakes, sweets, favours and styling. We specialise in rustic/ shabby chic/ vintage inspired design and we can work with you to make your special occasion a personalised and a truly memorable one.

Allez! Time to impress your guests. If you're looking for something Avant-Garde, hire us for your wedding, your tea or dinner party, your birthday, your Hen do, etc. No matter what you are celebrating French Made will bring a touch of quirky chic to your special event.
Bon appetit! Visit out website and feel free to contact us for a quote here.

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If anyone is looking for a venue for an intimate and affordable wedding in 2013 now is a great time to give us a call at Little Hallingbury Mill . For the next 2 weeks we will be accepting bookings for 2013 at last year (2011) rates.

Little Hallingbury Mill is located between Harlow and Bishops Stortford right on the border between Essex and Hertfordshire. We are a small venue with space to provide for up to 46 day guests and a maximum of 70 for the evening. We can offer the whole wedding day package - ceremony, wedding breakfast, drinks, evening reception and over night accommodation.

Where ever you choose to have your wedding we hope it is a perfect day for you.

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