YOUR wedding, YOUR WAY
We believe your day should be unique to you and tailored to what you require.
Hello and welcome to the world of weddings! Firstly, we are honored to be considered as your potential wedding venue. The team and I are extremely passionate about what we do and are genuinely delighted to be a part of the journey with each of our couples. We aim to take the stress out of planning and use our years of experience to effortlessly guide you from enquiry to the date in your diary. Every exquisite detail is of importance to us and together we tailor each element of your wedding day to reflect you as a couple.
Kate Grimes-Hillbrown
Head of Private Events and Weddings weddings@chelmsfordcityracecourse.com
Situated in the centre of Essex with excellent transport connections, including Stansted Airport
Fully licensed for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, with many Churches nearby
Woodland lakeview with outdoor ceremony and photo opportunities
Boutique accommodation nearby in Chelmsford, Braintree and Stansted Airport, larger hotels are available
THE QueenCharlotte MARQUEE
Perfect for your wedding reception
With a bespoke Art Deco bar as the centrepiece, soft ambient lighting, gorgeous wrap around private terrace and elegant ivory draping throughout, this venue provides a stunning blank canvas ready for your personal touch.
Capacities
Ceremony 800 | Seated dinner 270 | Dinner dance 210
*based on tables of 10
Don’t be intimidated, although impressive in size, our marquees are completely adaptable and can be transformed to accommodate smaller, more intimate weddings. We can also section the space to create multiple rooms for each element of your day.
THE ParadeRing MARQUEE
The ideal setting for your indoor ceremony
Situated at the heart of our grounds, the beautiful Parade Ring provides a stunning backdrop for you and your guests, giving everyone a front-row seat to your special day.
Smaller than its counterparts, this marquee boasts intimacy and charm and is perfect for wedding parties smaller than 100 guests or indoor ceremonies when paired with the Queen Charlotte Marquee.
Capacities
Ceremony 650 | Seated dinner 200 | Dinner dance 150
*based on tables of 10
THE Summer MARQUEE
Everything under one roof
Perfect for weddings of over 250 guests, this larger space gives you the freedom to design a wedding that is uniquely yours. Host your ceremony, reception, dinner, and evening all in the same venue, revealing each element of your day to your guests’ surprise and delight.
Capacities
Ceremony 2000 | Seated dinner 900 | Dinner dance 720
*based on tables of 10
Luxury redefined
The epitome of elegance and sophistication. This fine-dining restaurant is the pinnacle of fine dining in Essex. Elevated above the other venues on-site, the panoramic views are incredible. Your speeches in golden hour with a pink sky as the backdrop guarantees your guests memories that will live forever.
The club features a stunning grand piano which can soundtrack your drinks reception and wedding breakfast and the soft, highly controllable ambient lighting is straight out of the finest London members clubs. Above all else, the fine-dining menus in this restaurant are guaranteed to treat your guests with unrivalled dining in the most spectacular surroundings.
Capacities
Dinner dance 150 | Seated dinner 200
*based on tables of 10
Woodland LAKEVIEW
Picturesque outdoor ceremony
Currently being developed for 2025, this beautiful wooded area is nestled among a private and peaceful natural clearing. Say ‘I do’ as you look out over the serenity of our lake and enjoy the rustic setting around you.
This space can be easily adapted to suit intimate weddings or those up to 500 guests.
SAY I do, WE WILL DO THE REST
In the heart of the countryside, surrounded by nature, there’s no better place.
We have a variety of ceremony choices available to you, to ensure you find the perfect backdrop to ‘I do’. Perhaps you picture a romantic outdoor woodland setting, surrounded by lakes, trees and the soft background of birdsong. Or perhaps elegant ivory draping is your perfect blank canvas for an indoor ceremony in one of our stunning, fully-lined marquee spaces. Alternatively, opt for the opulence of ‘The Club’ and its carefully considered art deco lighting, comfortable seating and luxe London style charm, elevating the ambience of your special day. With us you have a variety of choices at your fingertips, and you can let your imagination run wild.
Food FOR THOUGHT
Exceptional food and drink that will keep your guests talking for years to come.
We understand that food is a key part of any unforgettable wedding and you’ll be pleased to know our top chefs have decades of experience in some of the country’s finest restaurants and hotels. From mouthwatering canapes to decadent mains and sumptuous sweet treats, we guarantee that food will be a universal highlight of your day with us. If you’re after something more bespoke, you’ve come to the right place!
A complimentary food tasting is included when booking your wedding. Giving you peace of mind that your food will be everything you hoped for and more.
PICTURE PERFECT moments
With over 300 acres, capture unique and picturesque settings you can’t get anywhere else.
Our grounds offer the stunning scenery of lakes, forest, fields, flowers and more, providing you with a wide variety of locations and backgrounds to capture your special moments. To minimise the time away from your guests, we supply a buggy and driver to ferry you and your photographer to each location, saving you valuable time (and your dancing feet)!
Our personal favourite are the unforgettable panoramic sunsets, coating the site in a beautiful golden glow, before fading into pinks, purples and inky blues as we approach twilight.
THE FLOOR IS yours
Dance the night away with friends and family as your celebration continues and the party begins.
Following your vision, we’ll help you create an evening that cherishes the traditions that matter to you and allows you to go beyond the ordinary.
For a night you won’t forget we can supply fireworks displays, famous bands and DJs, full festival set-ups and more! How about toffee apples and candy floss for your late night bite? As a privately owned site, you’ll be surprised at some of the entertainment options available to you!
UNIQUELY TAILORED to you
Let your imagination run wild and build the wedding of your dreams.
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we can provide you with the space and support for your vision to flourish.
All packages include
• Exclusive hire of your venue and grounds (excluding racedays)
• Dedicated and experienced events team
• Meetings prior, to finalise each detail
• Bridal preparation area (excluding racedays)
• Wedding manager present on the day
• Stewards, security and serving staff
• Fully stocked and staffed bar
• Chivari chairs, tables and table linen
• Highchairs (up to 4)
• Cutlery, crockery and glassware
• Easel for your table plan
• Highspeed Wi-Fi
• Garden Furniture
• Cake table & knife
Complimentary first anniversary meal in The Club Restaurant & Lounge
Twilight
Perfect for evening receptions
FROM £100 PER PERSON
• Exclusive hire of selected venue midday–midnight
• Welcome glass of prosecco or beer
• Three classic canapés
• Buffet wedding breakfast
• Half a bottle of wine
• A glass of prosecco to toast
• Tea and coffee after your meal
Everything you need for your special day
FROM £135 PER PERSON
• Exclusive hire of selected venue 9am–midnight
• Welcome glass of prosecco or beer
• Three classic canapés
• Three-course classic wedding breakfast
• Half a bottle of wine
• A glass of prosecco to toast
• Tea and coffee after your meal
• Evening buffet
Raceday Package
A unique opportunity to enjoy your wedding day whilst experiencing the thrill of racing.
FROM £150 PER PERSON
• Racecourse admission and racecard
• Welcome glass of prosecco or beer
• Three classic canapés
• Three-course classic wedding breakfast
• Half a bottle of wine and a glass of prosecco to toast
• Tea and coffee after your meal
• Evening buffet UNIQUE FEATURES
Available on a raceday only
• Exclusive hire of chosen marquee 9am–10pm
• Private tote betting facilities
• Named raceday (if available)
• Engraved crystal trophy
• Tipster talk
• Televised interview on the day (optional)
Thank you for everything you have done. You have helped make our vision and dream wedding come true. We are so happy with everything, it’s been the perfect venue and our guests haven’t stopped talking about it.
Sabica & Umed
