Blake Hall wedding venue in Ongar, Essex can accommodate up to 150 guests for your wedding ceremony and wedding breakfast, with space for up to 200 guests in the evening. Our beautifully restored barns and landscaped gardens allow your guests to move comfortably throughout the day.

To ensure a consistently high standard of food and service, we work with our trusted catering partner, Waters Edge Catering, for most of our weddings.

We also offer dry hire options if you wish to bring in your own team. View dry hire details.

You and your suppliers will have access to the barns and grounds from 9am on your wedding day, giving you plenty of time to set up and prepare.

The spacious surroundings of the Barns offer ample opportunity for guests to stretch their legs. In the interest of safety and timings, guests are requested to remain within this area. There are many areas within the beautifully landscaped gardens and wildflower meadow for photographic opportunities.

Yes. Guests are welcome to leave their cars in our designated overnight parking area, at their own risk.

Vehicles can be collected between 9am and 12 midday the following day.

Yes, accommodation is available to book on site at Blake Hall. All of the rooms are booked directly through the couple via our secure planning portal.

Guests can contact the couple or visit our Guest Information page for a list of local hotels and B&Bs in Essex.

Yes. Blake Hall is an exclusive use wedding venue in Essex, meaning the entire venue — including the barns, gardens, and grounds — is yours for the duration of your wedding day. There are no other weddings or events taking place, giving you complete privacy and a truly personalised wedding experience.

Yes, as a family-friendly wedding venue in Essex, children are very welcome at Blake Hall.

The couple is responsible for their wellbeing at all times. Need a helping hand? We recommend several wedding crèche services on our Recommended Suppliers. 

Absolutely! Well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome to join your ceremony and feature in your wedding photos. See our pet policy.

Yes. Blake Hall offers both indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony options. Couples may choose a romantic outdoor ceremony under the canopy of the Saddlery, or an indoor ceremony within our Hay Barn. Both options offer stunning backdrops for your vows and photography and this flexibility makes it one of the most sought-after Essex wedding venues for both indoor and outdoor celebrations.

Blake Hall does not host weddings during January or February, but we are open for viewings, show rounds, and planning meetings during these months.

No surprises. All fees and charges are clearly outlined in your initial quote and discussed at your first meeting.

We’re committed to transparent, up-front pricing to make planning stress-free.

Download a brochure to get an initial quote for your wedding day.

Winter weddings at Blake Hall are truly magical. Our historic barns provide a warm, romantic atmosphere, and the surrounding grounds look stunning. While we are closed in January and February, our historic barns offer a stunning backdrop with seasonal lighting and décor, perfect for winter celebrations in the months before and after.

Planning a winter wedding? Get in touch to explore availability and ideas for your perfect day – Availability, pricing and brochure.

Autumn weddings at Blake Hall are truly enchanting, with the venue surrounded by rich colours. Our rustic barns provide a cosy yet elegant atmosphere, while the gardens and grounds are ablaze with autumn leaves, making for stunning photo opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a warm, intimate celebration or a grand affair, Blake Hall offers the perfect backdrop for a magical autumn wedding.