Friern Manor Country House Hotel

Friern Manor Country House Hotel built in circa 1790, was transformed in the late 1980's to one of the country's foremost exclusive hotels. Being amongst the first properties in England and Wales to benefit from the change in the Marriages Act 1995, it now boasts unrivalled facilities for wedding ceremonies within its unique setting.

Playing host to many small, intimate weddings to the larger society gatherings, Friern Manor has three distinct locations for the solemnisation of marriages: The Dunton Room, The Old Coaching stables & The South Lawn Conservatory.

As one would expect from a venue such as this, the care and attention doesn't just stop at the building. A whole host of luxury awaits both you and your guests, from crystal glassware to English bone china, from competent trained staff to an unparalleled level of service, not to mention our award-winning cuisine. You can rest assured that your special day will be memorable for all.

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Address:  Friern Manor Country House Hotel
Lower Dunton Road, Dunton, Brentwood
Essex, CM13 3SL
Contact:  01268 494200
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Summary information

Our buffet and cocktail party selections offer you the finest quality food, served in the elegant way that has come to be expected at Friern Manor Country House Hotel. We take pride, not only in the exceptional standard of food we present, but also delight in the ambience we achieve. We like to work hard for you achieving your day your way! Children are an integral part of your special day, over past years we have strived to meet their ever-changing needs. 'Little Rascals' has been designed to offer a nutritious balanced meal that will not only accomodate the children's needs but also be appealing.

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Reviews for Friern Manor Country House Hotel

    • 25 May 2012, John Goldsworthy rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Kirsty & John Goldsworthy
      To Sarah and Valerie Thank you for all your help we had an amazing day!All our guests have been saying what a wonderful time they had.

    • 25 May 2012, Michelle Goodson rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Mr & Mrs Goodson 19th May 2012
      Thank you Sarah and the team at Friern Manor.We had the perfect Wedding Day and could not have asked for any more.Your help over the past few months has been fantastic.Everyone has commented on the smooth runnibg of the day,helpfulness of the staff,quality of the food and the beautiful venue. Could you please pass on our thanks to all the staff for looking after us and our guests throughout the day.

    • 19 May 2012, Mr & Mrs Wesley Brown rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Mr & Mrs Brown 12th May 2012
      Sarah I just wanted to say thank you so much for everything you and everyone at Friern Manor did to make our day so special!It was amazing and it went without a hitch.We could not have asked for any more from any of the staff and every guest commented on the venue and the amazing food! Once again thank you so much.

    • 12 May 2012, Christine and Derek Jacks rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Wedding 6th May 2012
      We would like to take this opportunity of thanking all at Friern Manor for making the wedding day of Amanda and James truly special.Your service and attention to detail was faultless,it was what every parent wishes for on their daughters special day.On behalf of Amanda, James and ourselves we would like to express our heart felt gratitude to everyone involved.It was a wonderful day,which not even the British weather managed to spoil.

    • 12 May 2012, Jo Wade rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Graeme and Sarahs Wedding Day
      On Friday 4th May my son Graeme and his now wife Sarah married and had their reception at Friern Manor.From the start to finish the day went like clockwork.This was down to the professionalism of your staff,who worked timelessly throughout the day and evening.The food was exceptional and the service impeccable.The staff delightful,helpful and discreet.You are an amazing team.Thank you all very much for making Graeme and Sarahs day very special.

    • 05 May 2012, Ellena Camenzuli rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Ellena's wedding day
      Just wanted to say a big thank you for helping to make our day so special - we thought you were all brilliant.

    • 05 May 2012, Debbie Wimbledon rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Debbie & Andy's Wedding
      Thank you for a fantastic day!I have had feedback from my friends and family telling me what a wonderful venue we had chosen,the food was outstanding,even now my friends are still going on about it,the staff were fantastic everyone thought how helpful and professional they were.

    • 21 Apr 2012, Wendy & Neil Dobbin rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Wedding 3rd March 2012
      Thank you so much for making our wedding everything we hoped it would be and more.We had a truely wonderful day and the service we received in the run up to and on the day was exceptional.

    • 10 Apr 2012, Mr & Mrs Burdikin rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Friday 6th April 2012
      Sarah thank you for all your help and hard work to make our day amazing.Everything went perfectly and it was the best day of our lives.Please extend our sincere thanks to all the staff at Friern Manor

    • 09 Apr 2012, Mrs. V. Harvey rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Steve & Gaynors Wedding 08.04.12
      Thank you so much for the magical day we had yesterday at Friern Manor. The decor was so beautiful and the staff absolutely brilliant and so professional. Food was lovely and everything flowed to perfection from start to finish. Would highly recommend to friends in the future. Thank you again.

    • 27 Mar 2012, Pauline Wilson rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Chantelle & Gerry's Engagement 24th March 2012
      I would like to thank all the staff who made Chantelle and gerry's engagement party very special.All the waiters on the evening worked their socks off and the bar staff!!Many thanks also to the kitchen staff and the chefs who made the most wonderful dishes everyone commented and enjoyed the food very much.Its no wonder that your venue is very much sort after and I would recommend your Manor House to everyone.Thank you again.

    • 19 Mar 2012, Ken & Pauline Smith rated Friern Manor Country House Hotel  

      Golden Wedding Anniversary 10th March 2012
      To Tracy and all the staff at Friern Manor just to say a big thank you for an excellent evening to celebrate our Golden Wedding anniversary.The service and food were excemplary and all our guests were very impressed and all enjoyed themselves.Thank you once again.

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Facilities for Friern Manor Country House Hotel

Venue Type :
Civil Ceremony License
Exclusive Use
In the Country
Small Hotel
Evening Entertainment :
Evening Reception Facilities
Marquee Available
Dance Floor
Entertainment License
Live Band Facilities
DJ Facilities
Overnight Accommodation :
Overnight Accommodation for Wedding Couple
Overnight Accommodation for Guests
Other Features :
Confetti Permitted
Changing Room for Guests
Disabled Facilities
Car Parking
Helipad
Dining Options :
Seated Meal Facilities
Buffet Meal Facilities
In House Catering
Alcohol License
Corkage Option
Capacity :
Less than 30 guests
30 to 50 guests
50 to 75 guests
75 to 100 guests
100 to 150 guests
150 to 250 guests
Venue Staff Assistance :
Wedding Coordinator
Master of Ceremonies/ Toastmaster

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