About

WEDDINGS - Located in its own pocket of the Essex countryside, just outside Coggeshall, this charming, characterful event venue is centred around a historic 17th century farmhouse and an outstanding modern barn complex, all of which can be yours for the entire day. Hosting ceremonies and formal receptions for 150 guests and evening parties up to 180, each area within the barn has been tastefully designed and finished to create a rustic-meets-traditional ambience for every aspect of a wedding celebration.

Celebrate your wedding in the simply perfect surroundings, and even get married outdoors in the bijou Loggia, with your guests looking on under the protection of an elegant garden marquee. The experienced Houchins events team have several preferred catering companies who are renowned for providing delicious cuisine for occasions of all shapes and sizes, so you can rest assured you and your guests will be eating well on the day, and the farmhouse can offer accommodation for the wedding party. Just launched this year are the Glamping Tents in the Herbery nestled just behind the house and next to the wonderful woodland sauna, The Hide. The glamping allows up to 26 guests to stay at Houchins while The Hide offers the perfect opportunity to unwind either before or after your wedding.

CORPORATE - Houchins also offers a distinctive space for Business events. The buildings are historic, the grounds are beautiful and the atmosphere is anything but corporate. Whether you're planning a focused team meeting, an annual strategy away day or a full company offsite, Houchins gives you the kind of setting that inspires fresh thinkning and real connection.There are spaces for every occasion ranging from an intimate boardroom for ten to a converted granary seating 100. Every room at Houchins can be configured to suit what you need, formal or relaxed, structured or creative.