Leez Priory

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Welcome to Leez Priory

Our Tudor manor house and historic barn venue is set in 40 acres of verdant parkland – and is exclusively yours for your wedding day.

Leez Priory
At a Glance

Possible Ceremony Locations 8
Day Guests 40 – 100
Evening Guests 40 – 100
Onsite Accommodation 56 Guests
Dedicated Chefs ✓
Personal Event Planner Included ✓
Exclusive use of the venue ✓

Decades of Experience

We’ve plenty of experience of hosting weddings. After all, Leez Priory is Essex’s longest-running wedding venue, and we’ve had a license for over 30 years.

Amazing Location

Set in the serenity of the English countryside, it's hard to believe that Leez Priory is just over an hour from London and close to Stansted Airport.

In House Chef's

Enjoy delectable cuisine prepared by our inhouse chefs from carefully sourced local produce. Choose from a selection of expertly crafted menus.

Exclusively Yours

Leez Priory will be yours and yours alone. Our all-inclusive packages include exclusive use of the house, gardens and 40-acre parklands for your wedding.

Accommodation

There’s ample accommodation for you and your guests in the house and grounds. Our “night-before” cottage is the perfect place to prepare for your special day.

Specialist Team

Our expert team is here to make sure everything runs perfectly. Your own dedicated wedding manager is here to support you, before and during your special day.

House & Grounds

The historic Tudor manor house and traditional old barn – both are exclusively yours for your wedding day (or days).

House & Grounds

From the pretty formal gardens to the magnificent arch of the historic Great Tower, Leez Priory has a wealth of beautiful backdrops for your wedding photos.

House & Grounds

The lakes make graceful backdrops for your wedding photos, and you can even have a lakeside ceremony. The fountain adds an especially romantic touch.

House & Grounds

Leez Priory is set in over 40 acres of formal gardens and ancient parkland. From the croquet lawn to the tree-fringed lakes, the estate is exclusively yours.

House & Grounds

The fine 16th century estate is on the site of a medieval priory (you can still see the ruins). Elizabeth I liked Leez so much she visited three times! here

Your Ceremony

Leez Priory has no fewer than eight locations for wedding ceremonies, from the traditional Great Hall to refined al fresco settings in the gardens.

The Great Tower

If you love the idea of a romantic garden wedding, there are five licensed outdoor spaces at Leez Priory, from the lakeside to the Great Tower arch.

The Main Hall

The grandeur of the traditional Great Hall which can seat up to 82 guests.

Coach House Barn

The country charm of the Coach House barn with exposed walls and stone floors.

The Coach House barn

The country charm of the Coach House barn with exposed walls and stone floors.

The Courtyard

The beautiful gated entrance to the main courtyard garden.

The Lakeside

We host weddings of all sizes from intimate 30-person celebrations to parties with over 100 guests. There’s the perfect space to suit your guest list at Leez.

The Reception

After the ceremony, it’s time for the celebrations. Celebrate in the traditional Great Hall, which seats up to 82 diners in more intimate comfort.

Wedding Breakfast

For larger celebrations, the Coach House barn holds up to 110 guests beneath its high beams. The airy space is easily adaptable for all types of décor.

Evening Reception

Enjoy the fully stocked bar with its wide selection of drinks, including local draft beers and ciders.

First Dance

Where will you have your first dance? The historic carriageway is a wonderfully romantic spot for those magical steps.

Dedicated Disco

Party into the night in our indoor disco room, where the dance floor and bar are next to each other for easy celebrations.

Grand Finale

End the day with a grand finale. The outer courtyard at Leez Priory is simply perfect for a firework display.

Food & Drink

We know you and your guests will love the food at Leez. Our inhouse chefs specialise in classic British cuisine, making the most of our fine local produce.

Welcome Drinks

We’ll welcome your guests to Leez Priory with a glass of something chilled. Our Classical and Luxe menus offer bubbles, cocktails and refreshing soft drinks.

Scrumptious Canapes

Whet your guests’ appetites with a selection of delectable canapes, prepared by our in-house team of chefs.

Wedding Banquet

Enjoy a three-course, sit-down meal, created for you using seasonal and local ingredients. We pair the beautifully presented food with carefully chosen wines.

Delectable Desserts

Our team of in house chefs have an incredible range of menus to choose from.

Beautiful Buffets

The food doesn’t end with the wedding banquet. We’ll look after you and your guests into the evening with party menu options like Chinese or Italian.

Classical Sample Menu

Welcome Drinks

  • Prosecco with Raspberries
  • Classic Mojitos
  • Country House Garden

Canapés

  • Salt & Pepper Squid
  • Hoi Sin & Sesame Fried Chicken
  • Goats Cheese Crostini (V)
  • Mini Spring Roll (Ve)

Starters

  • Sliced Smoked Chicken
  • Warm Brie & Caramelised Onion Tart (V)

Main Course

  • Roast Sirloin of British Beef
  • Portabello Mushroom En Croûte (V)

Desserts

  • Sticky Toffee Pudding
  • Cinnamon Spiced Apple Crumble Tart (Ve)

Evening Food

  • Fish & Chip Supper served in cones

Luxe Sample Menu

Welcome Drinks

  • Laurent Perrier Champagne
  • Winter Bramble
  • Flat White Martini

Canapés

  • Panko King Prawn Tail
  • Roast Beef
  • Stilton Mousse
  • Apple & Custard Crumble
  • Banana & Toffee Pie (V)

Starters

  • Seared Scallops
  • Homemade Tortellini

Main Course

  • Fillet Of Beef Wellington
  • Miso Glazed Aubergine
  • Pan-Fried Seabream

Desserts

  • Trio of Desserts
  • Baked Cheesecake
  • Chocolate Caramel Brownie

Evening Food

  • Hog Roast with all the trimmings

Accommodation

Why rush away? Leez offers lots of options for you and your guests to stay without leaving the estate!

Honeymoon Suite

Reserve the Granary Honeymoon Suite at Leez Priory for a night of luxurious comfort.

Coachhouse Lodges

Welcoming guest accommodation is available in the coachhouse lodges.

The Night Before

Fisherman’s Cottage is a peaceful hideaway that’s perfect for your night-before stay. Relax in the hot tub and prepare for the exciting day ahead.

Early Check In

Our early check-in option gives your guests plenty of time to get ready before the celebrations start.

A Fine Breakfast

A home-cooked full English breakfast is just the thing for the morning after! Breakfast is served in the rustic Coach House Barn.

Finishing Touches

Elevate your special day with a selection of extra touches. You can easily personalise your wedding package – just ask your wedding manager.

Latest Trends

We’re always updating and adding to our menu of extra finishing touches, making sure that we’re ahead of all the latest wedding trends.

Dining Room Design

Our beautiful dining rooms can be styled to suit your theme with tasteful decorations that complement the colour scheme, food and surroundings.

Venue Dressing

We can dress the whole place to suit the style, colours and theme of your wedding (even the outdoor spaces). That’s the beauty of an exclusive-use venue.

Ceremony Styling

This is the moment you’ve always dreamed of – how do you want your wedding ceremony to look? From floral archways to rows of lanterns, we can make it happen.

Fun in the grounds

It’s playtime! Enjoy traditional outdoor fun with giant games, mini golf and even an ice cream tricycle. Add a Pimm’s cart and there’s something for everyone.

Souvenirs & Gifts

Choose from a range of bespoke gifts and souvenirs that will transport you and your guests back to your magical day.

Stands, Carts & Treats

From the fun of a candy cart or donut wall to the decidedly more sophisticated gin station, there are all sorts of appealing foodie extras you can add.

Cakes

Delight your guests with a classic croquembouche or perfect pavlova – our expert pastry chefs can create a showstopping wedding cake for you.

[Anything we missed?]

Explore all our refined finishing touches [link] – and if there’s something else you’ve always dreamed of, just let us know.

Packages & Pricing

Leez offers a range of superb packages to suit every need and every budget.

Classical Package

Prices range from £3350 - £9000

Based on 60 Guests

Born from over 30 years’ experience providing dream all-inclusive weddings, this package is the Original and includes everything you need for the perfect wedding day from start to finish.

Classical Catering

  • Classical cocktails and welcome drinks (one per person) with canapés for after your ceremony
  • Delectable three-course sit down wedding breakfast with tea, coffee and hand-made petit fours
  • Leez Priory house wine to accompany the meal (half a bottle per person)
  • Prosecco or Sparkling Rose for the speeches (one per person)
  • Late evening buffet served during the evening reception

What happens on the day

  • Full exclusive use of your very own Country House from midday to midnight
  • Private use of manicured grounds extending to approx 40 acres
  • Two tickets to one of our Dinner Date evenings to allow you to sample the food
  • Your choice of sash colour for the Chiavari chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Stylish easel for you to display your table plan
  • All non-consumables including furnishings, linen & decorations
  • House floral decorations including real Christmas trees & decorations during the festive season
  • Your own dedicated Personal Wedding Manager to help you plan and oversee your special day
  • Full bar facilities including staff
  • Hire of our selection of cake stands & knife
  • Leez Priory DJ and disco playing until midnight
  • Unlimited venue visits on non-wedding days
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Enjoy croquet on the lawn
2026
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2027
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2028
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000

* Prices are based on a package for 60 guests.

Luxe Package

Prices range from £3350 - £9000

Based on 60 Guests

New for 2025, the Luxe package includes everything in the Classical package plus a wealth of extras elevating your special day from Classic to Showstopping.

Luxe Catering

  • A choice of cocktails and Luxe welcome drinks (two glasses per guest)
  • Delicious canapés (a choice of 6) to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delectable three-course wedding breakfast from our Luxe Menu with tea, coffee, and petit fours
  • Leez Priory Luxe wine to accompany your meal (half bottle per guest)
  • Exquisite house Champagne for the speeches (one glass per guest)
  • Late evening buffet from the Luxe selection served during your evening reception

What happens on the day

  • Full exclusive use of your very own Country House from midday to midnight
  • Private access to manicured grounds extending to approx 40 acres
  • A special invitation for two to attend one of our exclusive menu & wine tasting events
  • Leez Priory DJ and disco playing until midnight
  • Our stunning Granary Honeymoon Suite for the night of your wedding
  • Ceremony Styling, Dining Room Design,Venue Dressing & Fun in the Grounds (worth over £3,500!)
  • Full bar facilities including staff
  • Your own dedicated Personal Wedding Manager to help you plan and oversee your special day
  • Your choice of sash colour for the Chiavari chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Stylish easel for you to display your table plan
  • All non-consumables including furnishings, linen & decorations
  • House floral decorations including Christmas trees & decorations during the festive season
  • Hire of our selection of cake stands & knife
  • Unlimited venue visits on non-wedding days
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Croquet on the lawn
2026
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2027
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2028
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000

* Prices are based on a package for 60 guests.

Intimate Package

Prices range from £3350 - £9000

Based on 60 Guests

Opting for a smaller wedding doesn’t mean you have to settle for a smaller venue - Leez Priory is perfectly designed for a more intimate affair.

Intimate Catering

  • Full exclusive use of your very own Country House from midday to midnight
  • Private access to manicured grounds extending to approximately 40 acres
  • Two tickets to one of our Dinner Date evenings to allow you to sample the food
  • A choice of classical cocktails and welcome drinks (one glasas per guest)
  • Delicious canapés to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delectable three-course wedding breakfast with tea, coffee, and handmade petit fours

What happens on the day

  • Leez Priory house wine to accompany your meal (half bottle per guest)
  • Exquisite sparkling wine for the speeches (one glass per guest)
  • Late evening buffet served during your evening reception
  • Leez Priory DJ and disco playing until midnight
  • Full bar facilities including staff
  • Your own dedicated Personal Wedding Manager to help you plan and oversee your special day
  • Your choice of sash colour for the Chiavari chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Stylish easel for you to display your table plan
  • All non-consumables including furnishings, linen & decorations
  • House floral decorations including Christmas trees & decorations during the festive season
  • Hire of our selection of cake stands & knife
  • Unlimited venue visits on non-wedding days
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Croquet on the lawn
2026
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2027
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2028
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000

* Prices are based on a package for 60 guests.

Party Package

Prices range from £3350 - £9000

Based on 60 Guests

Prepare for a wedding like no other as we focus on the afterparty with our brand-new Party package.

The Formal option:

  • A choice of cocktails and classic welcome drinks (one glass per guest)
  • Delicious canapés to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delectable three-course wedding breakfast with tea, coffee, and handmade petit fours
  • Leez Priory house wine to accompany your meal (half bottle per guest)
  • Exquisite sparkling wine for the speeches (one glass per guest)

The Informal option:

  • A choice of cocktails and classic welcome drinks (two glasses per guest)
  • Delicious canapés to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delicious buffet served to you and your guests including our BBQ or Hog Roast options
  • Exquisite sparkling wine for the speeches (one glass per guest)
  • Leez Priory DJ and disco playing until midnight

Both options include:

  • Full exclusive use of your very own Country House from 3pm to midnight
  • Private access to manicured grounds extending to approximately 40 acres
  • Two tickets to one of our Dinner Date evenings to allow you to sample the food
  • Full bar facilities including staff
  • Your own dedicated Personal Wedding Manager to help you plan and oversee your special day
  • Your choice of sash colour for the Chiavari chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Stylish easel for you to display your table plan
  • All non-consumables including furnishings, linen & decorations
  • House floral decorations including Christmas trees & decorations during the festive season
  • Hire of our selection of cake stands & knife
  • Unlimited venue visits on non-wedding days
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Croquet on the lawn
2026
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2027
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2028
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000

* Prices are based on a package for 60 guests.

Two Day Luxe Package

Prices range from £3350 - £9000

Based on 60 Guests

When one day isn’t enough, make your Luxe wedding a two-day extravaganza and enjoy even more wedding memories.

The Formal option:

  • A choice of cocktails and classic welcome drinks (one glass per guest)
  • Delicious canapés to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delectable three-course wedding breakfast with tea, coffee, and handmade petit fours
  • Leez Priory house wine to accompany your meal (half bottle per guest)
  • Exquisite sparkling wine for the speeches (one glass per guest)

The Informal option:

  • A choice of cocktails and classic welcome drinks (two glasses per guest)
  • Delicious canapés to accompany your welcome drinks
  • Delicious buffet served to you and your guests including our BBQ or Hog Roast options
  • Exquisite sparkling wine for the speeches (one glass per guest)
  • Leez Priory DJ and disco playing until midnight

Both options include:

  • Full exclusive use of your very own Country House from 3pm to midnight
  • Private access to manicured grounds extending to approximately 40 acres
  • Two tickets to one of our Dinner Date evenings to allow you to sample the food
  • Full bar facilities including staff
  • Your own dedicated Personal Wedding Manager to help you plan and oversee your special day
  • Your choice of sash colour for the Chiavari chairs for your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Stylish easel for you to display your table plan
  • All non-consumables including furnishings, linen & decorations
  • House floral decorations including Christmas trees & decorations during the festive season
  • Hire of our selection of cake stands & knife
  • Unlimited venue visits on non-wedding days
  • Complimentary car parking
  • Croquet on the lawn
2026
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2027
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000
2028
Day Price to Price from
Mon to Weds £5,000 £20,000
Thurs & Sunday £6,000 £21,000
Friday £7,000 £22,000
Saturday £8,000 £23,000

* Prices are based on a package for 60 guests.

Late Availability & Offers

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