Our listed Georgian Townhouse offers a unique wedding setting in Colchester. With our gothic folly and secret gardens, we create an intimate atmosphere. Perfect for couples seeking small wedding venues with character.
Experience Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Colchester at The Minories
There's something irresistibly romantic about our Colchester wedding venue thanks to The Minories' listed Georgian building and intimate garden surrounds - one of the most distinctive wedding venues in Colchester.
All of our wedding packages include exclusive use of our historic Colchester venue and secret gardens. With a capacity of 45 people for both ceremony and reception, we're perfect for intimate wedding venues in Colchester.
Couples who choose our wedding venue near Colchester will say their vows either in our enchanting walled garden or our beautiful ballroom. With both indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, you can celebrate your special day at The Minories in any season and any weather.
We offer versatile wedding options in Colchester, from intimate elopements to complete wedding packages where our unique art gallery becomes your celebration's centerpiece. As one of the most unusual wedding venues near Colchester, we'll work closely with you to create a truly memorable occasion.
To enquire about hosting your Colchester wedding at The Minories, please contact our dedicated Wedding Coordinator Sally Murray at weddings@theminories.org
"Our special day was absolutely perfect and everything we had hoped for. We wanted a less conventional wedding and The Minories turned out to be a great venue to make that happen. The staff and volunteers were very helpful in helping us plan and execute all our ideas for what we wanted. It was fabulous to have exclusive access to the entire building and the gallery and artwork made an amazing backdrop to our special day. Our guests commented on how wonderful an idea it was to get married in an art gallery too as they perused the artwork on display during the drinks section of the night. On the day, both of us didn't have a moment of stress as the staff had everything in hand and everything ran incredibly smoothly."
- Sophia and Konrad, Married at the Minories in November 2024
Our listed Georgian Townhouse offers a unique wedding setting in Colchester. With our gothic folly and secret gardens, we create an intimate atmosphere. Perfect for couples seeking small wedding venues with character.
Ceremony
Exchange vows in a choice of rooms within our historic building, or in the beautiful Gothic folly in the garden, with up to 45 of your guests.
Venue
The Minories building was built during the Tudor period and remodelled in the 1730s to fit Georgian tastes. It now houses Colchester's Oldest Art Gallery, which was established in 1956.
Reception
Book your wedding reception in our beautiful first-floor Ballroom. Use our on-site catering for a buffet or sit down meal, or alternatively bring in your own eco-conscious caterer.
Sustainability
Sustainability is at the centre of everything we do. Our wedding packages and recommended suppliers list champion sustainable suppliers and products, allowing us to make the smallest possible impact on our environment. We are also a member of the Sustainable Wedding Alliance.