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Last update: October 2025
Rettendon Lodge is a wedding venue located in Wickford, Essex, in the East of England. Offering stunning views, a charming reception venue, and an idyllic setting, this property provides a romantic location for exchanging vows and celebrating with loved ones. Couples can wed beneath a beautiful marquee and pergola nestled in the heart of the Essex countryside. This spacious and pastoral location offers couples a blank canvas upon which to create their wedding vision.
Facilities and Capacity
The venue boasts bucolic grounds and captivating views that create a romantic aesthetic for wedding events. The pergola is licensed for civil ceremonies, offering to-be-weds the chance to marry against a beautiful, natural backdrop that will look simply stunning in photographs. Following on from the ceremony, couples will be invited to enjoy a welcome drinks reception on the Event Lawn. Here, guests can mingle and the photographer can capture images of the special day. For grand affairs, couples can gain exclusive use of the entire property. To-be-weds can relish in a truly bespoke experience with the assistance of their very own event manager and events team. This beautiful location offers couples an unforgettable place to celebrate their happiest moments. Guests are given an option to stay at The Rettendon Lodge overnight, in one of their 8 en-suite guest rooms.
Services Offered
Rettendon Lodge is a spacious venue to host your wedding ceremony and reception. Clients will be given a tour of the property and encouraged to discuss their ideas. This allows the team to gain a genuine understanding of their individual style and your expectations for the day. Collaborating with some fantastic suppliers, the Rettendon Lodge can provide vendor recommendations to their couples to ease the stress of wedding planning. The venue prides itself on its high standard of service and quality facilities, ensuring that each couple receives the event of their dreams. With extensive on-site parking and on-site accommodation, guests will be taken care of throughout their stay. The venue can take care of the setup and breakdown of the event to make the process easier for you on the big day.
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Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Marquees and tents
Outdoor license
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Overnight accommodation:
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests
Venue staff assistance:
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator
Venue leisure facilities:
Hairdresser
Other features:
Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Rettendon Lodge Events
Jamie Sent on 18/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Day 2025
We had our wedding here in March this year and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the very beginning, the service was excellent — we had regular meetings in the lead-up to make sure everything was planned and ran smoothly on the day.
The staff were absolutely amazing and took care of everything, meaning we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. It made the whole day completely stress-free and allowed us to just enjoy every moment.
We had a particular theme in mind for our wedding party setup, and Sam and Ann went above and beyond to help us achieve it. The space looked absolutely beautiful - even better than we had imagined!
We honestly couldn’t recommend this venue enough, the staff, the service, and the attention to detail were all outstanding. Thank you for helping make our day so special!
The staff were absolutely amazing and took care of everything, meaning we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. It made the whole day completely stress-free and allowed us to just enjoy every moment.
We had a particular theme in mind for our wedding party setup, and Sam and Ann went above and beyond to help us achieve it. The space looked absolutely beautiful - even better than we had imagined!
We honestly couldn’t recommend this venue enough, the staff, the service, and the attention to detail were all outstanding. Thank you for helping make our day so special!
Claire Sent on 15/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating
A wonderful day.
My daughter had her wedding reception at the lodge on a Monday evening - a twilight wedding. We were able to get into the marquee early on the Monday morning to decorate and the Photo Booth, Dj were able to get access readily whilst we attended the ceremony elsewhere so they could set up. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food was delicious, they chose the hot buffet of seven items and it was a perfect amount for the 70 guests.
The grounds outside are beautiful, perfect for unforgettable photographs with manicured gardens and a beautiful pond and trees as a backdrop.
A wonderful venue and I would highly recommend it for any celebration, not just weddings.
The grounds outside are beautiful, perfect for unforgettable photographs with manicured gardens and a beautiful pond and trees as a backdrop.
A wonderful venue and I would highly recommend it for any celebration, not just weddings.
Louise Sent on 26/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Mr & Mrs Knight
Me and my husband booked our wedding 3 years in advance and from the moment we booked Sam and her staff were so helpful. On the day all the staff went above and beyond from start to finish. The venue looked absolutely stunning. I had so many family members telling me that it was one of the best wedding venues that they have been to. If I could do it all over again I’d still pick this venue no doubt about it. 100% recommend
Amy Sent on 22/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating
What a wonderful day!
From the minute we booked Samantha and Anne were helpful and accommodating.
Anything I asked Samantha she would reply to every one of my queries.
Even when I wanted to make amendments after my itinerary was made she was most helpful making changes.
My decor looked stunning and my guests all commented how beautiful the venue was!
The roast carvery was delicious and I had comments from my vegetarian guests that the beetroot wellington was divine.
On the evening of my wedding nothing was too much trouble for Samantha and Anne and the bar staff were really friendly and helpful. I had childcare for my son who has additional needs and they made sure she was looked after and ensured they took her a meal and drinks outside when she couldn’t sit at the table.
Ian the dj , well he was great , a good host , confident and great music for the evening disco.
All in all we had a fantastic day and everything ran smoothly!
For the Price you pay compared to other venues I would highly recommend!
Anything I asked Samantha she would reply to every one of my queries.
Even when I wanted to make amendments after my itinerary was made she was most helpful making changes.
My decor looked stunning and my guests all commented how beautiful the venue was!
The roast carvery was delicious and I had comments from my vegetarian guests that the beetroot wellington was divine.
On the evening of my wedding nothing was too much trouble for Samantha and Anne and the bar staff were really friendly and helpful. I had childcare for my son who has additional needs and they made sure she was looked after and ensured they took her a meal and drinks outside when she couldn’t sit at the table.
Ian the dj , well he was great , a good host , confident and great music for the evening disco.
All in all we had a fantastic day and everything ran smoothly!
For the Price you pay compared to other venues I would highly recommend!
Bobbie Sent on 09/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating
What a venue! Stunning
I had viewed a few venues and they didn’t come close to what I had visioned. We were getting married in Cyprus but I wanted a Uk party, all the venues I’d looked at weren’t ticking the boxes, and then a friend recommended the Lodge. As soon as I walked in I fell in love. The decor was stunning it was private and spacious. My package included food, lights and a dj. Samantha was so easy to communicate with and we had meetings before so I knew the timeline for my guests. The food was so yummy and Dj had everyone dancing all night. We were then able to book a room in the main building to stay the night. We had a great second celebration thank you so much
Chrissi Sent on 14/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Brilliant venue
An absolutely brilliant place with lovely staff, and so reasonably priced. And although reasonably priced everything was top quality - the food was great. I'm recommending it to anyone who asks. Most of our guests were older or had various medical issues and nothing was too much. The dj even checked that the lights were OK for my epileptic sister, and he's a brilliant dj.
We also booked rooms at the lodge, which my family say were also lovely and comfortable.
We also booked rooms at the lodge, which my family say were also lovely and comfortable.
Nicola Sent on 30/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Stunning wedding venue
My daughter’s wedding was held here on the 28th March. The marquee was absolutely stunning. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. They did everything they could to make our day perfect. The professionalism and attention to detail were first class. I would highly recommend the lodge rettendon wedding marquee.
Charli Sent on 05/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Day!
Wow! Where to even begin…..
We booked our wedding here last August! And from the minute we booked to the day we got married in February everything was just perfect.
From all the help from the wonderful owners, to our wedding planner Samantha, Annie and all the staff in the lodge! Thank you ♥️
Every little detail was considered and all our requests were carried out with perfection.
The day flowed perfectly, the attention to detail was amazing. From organising the times, to waking down the Aisle, the food, drinks, Dj and staff! I would highly recommended this venue for your wedding, or any event as its first class! I would give this 100 stars if I could because it was just the best day ever!!!
Thank you to everyone!!! Can we do it again please?! x
We booked our wedding here last August! And from the minute we booked to the day we got married in February everything was just perfect.
From all the help from the wonderful owners, to our wedding planner Samantha, Annie and all the staff in the lodge! Thank you ♥️
Every little detail was considered and all our requests were carried out with perfection.
The day flowed perfectly, the attention to detail was amazing. From organising the times, to waking down the Aisle, the food, drinks, Dj and staff! I would highly recommended this venue for your wedding, or any event as its first class! I would give this 100 stars if I could because it was just the best day ever!!!
Thank you to everyone!!! Can we do it again please?! x
Belvedere Sent on 19/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Review of Rettendon Lodge Marquee - Jazz evenings
Samantha, Ann, Richard the Chef and their team of Shelly, Molly & Fayre every jazz night are friendly, very helpful and can't do enough to make the evenings successful with a friendly welcoming atmosphere.
Attention to detail is amazing along with tasty meals created by top Chef Richard South.
Club members can't hold them all in high enough esteem.
I highly recommend Rettendon Lodge to any persons wishing to use the venue for their wedding or any other function.
Phil Church
Attention to detail is amazing along with tasty meals created by top Chef Richard South.
Club members can't hold them all in high enough esteem.
I highly recommend Rettendon Lodge to any persons wishing to use the venue for their wedding or any other function.
Phil Church
Courtney Sent on 09/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding reception
Had the most amazing evening at the lodge celebrating our wedding reception! Would so highly recommend this venue they go above and beyond for everything. Thank you!
Karenramsey123 Sent on 30/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding celebration
From first meeting Samantha & Ann the
wedding planners, we knew this was the
venue for us. First class, stress free from start to finish & could not of wished for a better service
from organising event, to food, cake cutting, decor, bar, DJ no detail was left out & all the staff
Went above & beyond to make our event absolutely perfect!
wedding planners, we knew this was the
venue for us. First class, stress free from start to finish & could not of wished for a better service
from organising event, to food, cake cutting, decor, bar, DJ no detail was left out & all the staff
Went above & beyond to make our event absolutely perfect!
Karis Sent on 30/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding day
Everyone says not everything will go to plan and no ones day is perfect, but I can tell you ours was !
Everything ran so smoothly and was absolutely perfect for us.
All our family and friends have gave nothing but positive comments about the day, the venue and the staff that supported.
Thank you for making our day so special and one we will remember forever.
From the moment we viewed the lodge we knew it was where we wanted to get married.
The package blew us away with what was included and all suppliers involved were lovely.
We couldn't recommend this venue more.
Thank you 💗
Karis and reece
Everything ran so smoothly and was absolutely perfect for us.
All our family and friends have gave nothing but positive comments about the day, the venue and the staff that supported.
Thank you for making our day so special and one we will remember forever.
From the moment we viewed the lodge we knew it was where we wanted to get married.
The package blew us away with what was included and all suppliers involved were lovely.
We couldn't recommend this venue more.
Thank you 💗
Karis and reece
Brian Sent on 16/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
A Fantastic Day
We looked at several venues, but the fact that we had so much flexibility made the Lodge the best option. We had the ability to completely tailor the day to suit our needs. All of the staff were brilliant, the venue was the perfect size. The DJ was brilliant too. We both sat down the next day and said there was not one thing we would have changed about it.
We wanted to have the ceremony outside and the team had two seating plans arranged for us should the weather change. The bar drinks were extremely reasonably priced.
We opted for a BBQ and it was a very good choice, all of the guests commented on the food and they liked the fact it was less formal. The food for the buffet was really good also.
The staff were constantly clearing the tables and making sure we were all ok.
I really cannot recommend this venue enough. We cannot thank them enough for making our day so special and all of our guests all agreed.
We wanted to have the ceremony outside and the team had two seating plans arranged for us should the weather change. The bar drinks were extremely reasonably priced.
We opted for a BBQ and it was a very good choice, all of the guests commented on the food and they liked the fact it was less formal. The food for the buffet was really good also.
The staff were constantly clearing the tables and making sure we were all ok.
I really cannot recommend this venue enough. We cannot thank them enough for making our day so special and all of our guests all agreed.
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