CHALKNEY WATER MEADOWS

A whimsical outdoor setting, surrounded by nature, and plenty of space for grand ideas.

An outdoor wedding reception with a teepee tent set up in a lush green field, surrounded by trees during sunset.

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An aerial view of a campground with several beige bell tents arranged among trees and grassy areas, with a larger central tent and outdoor seating.

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with wooden benches facing a decorated wooden platform with floral arrangements and hanging drapes, surrounded by trees.

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Elegant event setup inside a tent with wooden furniture, floral centerpieces with pampas grass, and hanging purple flowers, illuminated by string lights.

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Aerial view of a countryside with a small pond, trees, and several tents or pavilions set up in a field, illuminated by sunlight.

An outdoor wedding setup with rows of wooden chairs decorated with colorful ribbons, facing a small altar area, surrounded by green trees and grass.

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A large outdoor event tent with a teepee style design, decorated with colorful string lights and bunting. Several people are gathered outside and around the entrance during evening hours, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.

Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated on grass, a bride and groom sitting on a bench, officiant standing in front, under large trees, with a tipi and tents in the background on a sunny day.

A cozy outdoor seating area on a lawn with a sofa covered in straw and adorned with pillows, two deck chairs with red and white striped fabric, potted plants, a layered rug, a small wooden ladder with potted flowers, and string lights overhead surrou

Interior of a tipi tent with chairs and tables, a wooden dance floor, and a raised platform, illuminated with soft warm lighting.

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A bride in a white wedding dress holding a glass of champagne, smiling and waving outdoors at a wedding reception

Decorated dining area with long wooden tables, glassware, and tall floral centerpieces inside a tipi tent with warm lighting and hanging purple flowers.

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A bride and groom walking hand in hand down an outdoor aisle surrounded by celebrating guests at their wedding reception.

Open field with large tipis, surrounded by trees, benches arranged in front, and a partly cloudy sky above.

A wedding ceremony outdoors by a lake surrounded by trees, with the couple exchanging vows in front of guests seated on benches.

Decorated event tent with long wooden tables set for a celebration, colorful fabric streamers hanging from the ceiling, and a disco ball.

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A peaceful lake surrounded by green trees with a small dock on the left side.

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Couple getting married outdoors with guests watching in front of large tents, trees, and cloudy sky.

Long wooden dining tables set with white flowers, wine glasses, and bottles inside a large, orange canvas tent with wooden poles.

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up to 200 guests

Say your vows surrounded by an ancient woodland, bordered by a peaceful river and tree-lined lake, Chalkney Water Meadows is a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue in Essex.

At its heart are three interlinked tipis, offering space to host up to 180 seated guests or 200 standing. For weddings, the lakeside willow pontoon provides a picturesque setting for ceremonies, while the open grounds offer endless flexibility for all your grand ideas.

Guests can glamp under the stars in beautifully furnished bell tents, while three luxurious lakeside cabins, complete with hot tubs and a sauna, offer comfort and style for couples, families, or the bridal party to enjoy.

Next Open Day: October 4th 2026. Pre-register

Looking for something more intimate? Check out our woodland venue, Tey Brook Orchard.

let's start planning

Triple Tipi Marquee

Three interconnected tipis for the reception: seating up to 180.
Glamping Accommodation

Luxury bell tents to accommodate your guests as well as two lakeside cabins.
STRETCH TENT

Additional chill-out area doubling up as the undercover ceremony option.
Ceremonial Pontoon

A willow pontoon over the lake for a truly unique marriage ceremony.
drinks bar

We have a tented undercover drinks bar next to the Tipis and our staff will keep the drinks flowing until 12 am.
Fire Pit and lighting

A roaring fire and colourful lighting on the surrounding trees.
Dancefloor and soundsystem

DJ sound system and dance floor in the Tipi with amplified music allowed until 11pm.
Showers and toilets

Luxury shepherd’s hut lavatories and converted horse box showers for your guests.
Exclusive and personal

Exclusive use of the venue and a personal venue coordinator to help you plan.

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A wedding party of twelve people dressed in white, smiling and celebrating outdoors with trees in the background.

A wedding dress hanging on a door in a modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a flower arrangement, and natural light coming through a window.

A bride and groom share a kiss during their outdoor wedding ceremony, surrounded by seated guests and teepees in the background.

Bride and groom kissing under a transparent umbrella on a wooden deck surrounded by lush green trees during a rainy day.

A newlywed couple sharing a kiss at an ice cream truck, with the groom wearing a suit and the bride in a wedding dress and veil. The ice cream truck has a sign that says "ICE CREAM" and a menu of flavors like vanilla, chocolate chip, lemon curd, and

An outdoor wedding reception with guests dancing on a wooden dance floor in front of a large, unique tent structure with multiple peaks. There are long wooden picnic tables nearby, and the setting appears to be at sunset or late afternoon in a rural

A smiling couple walking hand-in-hand on a dry grassy field, dressed in white, with trees and a sunset sky in the background.

Wedding party outdoors with bride and groom at the center, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in light-colored attire, under trees.

A white convertible car with two people, a man and a woman, sitting inside, driving on a dirt road.

A couple in wedding attire standing on a wet wooden dock by a lakeside, holding an umbrella in the rain, surrounded by lush green trees.

A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception with guests watching and smiling in the background, under a decorated tent.

A joyful woman with blonde hair wearing sunglasses and a sleeveless beige dress, holding a bouquet of flowers in the air at an outdoor evening event.

A bride and groom holding hands walking outdoors toward a large tent during a wedding celebration, with the bride wearing a white wedding gown and carrying a bouquet.

A couple walking hand in hand on a wooded path, the woman in a long white dress holding a bouquet, and the man in a light-colored suit with brown shoes, holding her hand.

A group of children and women in wedding dresses sitting in the bed of a vintage Chevrolet pickup truck, with a classic white convertible car in the background, on a gravel path surrounded by trees.

A man and a woman in a small boat on a calm river, with lush trees in the background.

A bride and groom dancing in a field of tall grass under a cloudy sky, with trees in the background.

Two young girls in white dresses walking down an aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony, holding small bouquets and a basket, with guests and tents in the background.

A couple getting married outdoors, facing each other and holding hands on a wooden platform with a woman officiant to their left, surrounded by greenery and floral decorations.

A long wooden banquet table set for a meal under a large tent with wooden support beams and string lights, decorated with pink and white flowers in glass jars, with place settings and napkins.

A daytime outdoor scene with several beige canvas tents resembling teepees and a round building, set against a backdrop of green trees and a partly cloudy sky.

A bride and groom holding hands during an outdoor wedding ceremony in a lush, green park with hay tent and seated guests in the background.

A happy couple in wedding attire sitting on wooden pallets under a large tree with green leaves, in a natural outdoor setting.

A multi-tiered wedding cake on a wooden table, decorated with orange and white bunting, flowers, and the word "Tennessee" in orange letters, with a cake topper of a bride and groom figurine.

A bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors on a wooded path during a wedding.

A newlywed couple standing on a small wooden bridge surrounded by trees, with a body of water beneath, sharing a moment during their wedding day.

A view through a mirror shows a wedding ceremony outdoors with a couple exchanging vows, surrounded by guests seated on benches, and trees in the background.

A bride in a lace wedding gown with a long train standing on a wooden dock by a lake with water lilies, facing away towards lush green trees.

A bride and groom holding hands in a field at sunset, smiling at each other.

What’s included:

Exclusive use of the venue from midday Friday to midday Sunday – your wedding, your way.
- Breathtaking lakeside ceremony area, surrounded by nature’s beauty.
- Three Giant Kata Tipis (seating up to 180) with wooden flooring, 20 dining tables, and flexible layouts.
- A spacious 15x10m stretch tent for additional covered space.
- Dance floor with a Zone Array sound system, plus a PA system for your ceremony and speeches.
- Romantic outdoor lighting, a lakeside fire pit, and complimentary logs.
- Luxury facilities: Shepherd’s hut loos, converted horse trailer showers, and a camp kitchen for glamping guests.
- On-site Venue Manager for planning support and seamless coordination.
- Bar services, mains power, water supply, parking, and coach access included.
- Three lakeside cabins available to book (not included in the venue hire price).
- Accommodation across 20 bell tents with the option to add extra bell tents. Options to pitch your own tents too (not included in the venue hire price).

For pricing, please enquire, and we will send you our brochure.

ENQUIRE

wedding glamping

We have 20 “Nomadic” Tents on-site for guest accommodation. The tents have a double bed, bedside tables, a table and two chairs, a clothes hanger, full bedding, and bath towels. 15 tents have a basic power supply (lighting and USB phone charging). Five tents do not have power but have battery lanterns.

There is a “Getting Ready” tent onsite with full-length mirrors and plug sockets for electrical appliances, e.g., hair dryers. There is also a camp kitchen for guests to use.

Extra bell tents can be hired if more than 20 is required.

GLAMPING

lakeside cabins

Little Wren

Water Lily Lodge

Kingfisher’s Nest

Jess and George

It has taken a while to put into words how amazing our wedding at Chalkney Water Meadows was. It was the first venue we viewed and the only one, we fell in love instantly with its beauty and relaxed atmosphere. Holly guided us through planning with ease, always answering our many questions. On the day, Meg and the team were fantastic, even on a very hot day, suggesting lovely touches like speeches in the shade. Our guests loved it. A truly unforgettable day. Thank you all.
Cait and Brett

Every single person we met was so welcoming and helpful and would go above and beyond. It was so much more than we could’ve ever hoped. Our events manager was just the most wonderful person and I’m so glad we got to experience this with her by our sides.
We cannot recommend BB enough, we had amazing feedback from all of our friends and family. It really is a haven and yet it’s still so central. The cabins too are amazing. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You put your heart and soul into everything you do and it shows.
Ben and Sam

We had our wedding at Chalkney at the start of June and we had the best day/weekend! We loved the natural, relaxed setting, and it was such a great venue for maximising time with our family and friends, and so gorgeous in the sunshine. We also booked the two cabins, which were lovely. Holly and team were brilliant - clearly very experienced and really friendly, easygoing and helpful. Everyone had a brilliant time, it was such a happy day. We’d love to do it all again!
Donna and Archie

We had the most incredible wedding at Chalkney Water Meadows. It's the perfect place to be creative and create the wedding of your dreams. The staff were extremely accommodating and flexible and as excited as us about creating the perfect day. We hired the log cabins and Bell tents as accommodation for us and guests and it will forever be the most unique special memories we hold. I'd recommend this venue 100%.
Carla and Matt

Well, where do we begin, we have just had the most magical wedding day at Chalkney Water Meadows.. we fell in love with the venue on our first visit on a cold January morning, and almost 9 months later, it turned out to be everything we had dreamed of and so more. We worked closely with our Event Manager Meg, who was a star. Everything was perfect! The staff on the day were unbelievable, our guests booked the lodges fantastic and over 40 bell tents. The feedback we’ve had from everyone just prove how wonderful it all was! We would recommend the venue and the team to anyone looking for their dream day.
Claire and Dan

We had always wanted an outdoor wedding, and if that’s you, then Browning Bros is the place to do it!! The venue is just beautiful, big, and well looked after. We had the venue Friday through Sunday and stayed in one of their cabins, which was also perfect. Chalkney Water Meadows has the wow factor!!! The glamping tents were comfy and warm. The team is very laid-back ( which on the day is what we needed). The staff are amazing, a real asset to the team. We highly recommend Browning Bros.
Beccy and Tom

We had our wedding here at Chalkney on the 26.08.23 and I just want to say it was honestly the greatest day of our lives, the staff were absolutely incredible, from the lead up to the wedding right up until the day. They made sure our day ran perfectly, Holly and Fiona were our wedding coordinators and I can’t thank them enough, you girls are amazing. Thank you 💗
Jess and Joe

We married at Chalkney Water Meadows in July 2025 and couldn’t be happier. The venue is beautiful, with on site stays that made everything easy, and we loved that our dog could be part of the day. Gill, Head of Weddings, was outstanding. From last minute steaming to pinning flowers, she was always there and nothing was too much. Our smaller wedding of 80 guests felt perfect. We’d also recommend booking a lodge for getting ready. All in all, a five star experience.