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12th October 2023
A love of autumnal colours meant Amy Hutchinson knew exactly what she was looking for when she and husband Sean were searching for their dream Autumn Wedding venue.
After seeing photographs of Ellingham Hall beautifully wrapped in the bright orange and red tones of the creeping Virginia, Amy booked a viewing, and she wasn’t disappointed.
As well as the stunning autumnal backdrop of the Hall, the sun came out for what became one of the hottest days of October.
NOTES FROM THE BRIDE
Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?
I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.
Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?
We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.
Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?
I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.
How was the Night Before Celebration?
From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!
We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.
Where did your Ceremony take place?
We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.
How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?
After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.
Tell us about your Wedding Day?
WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!
Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!
What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?
We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.
What is your Tip for any Bride-to-Be?
Go for a dress that makes you feel nice and gives you a sense of confidence. Do not over-shop or look elsewhere once you’ve found the one. I think that’s important, as once I’d found my dress, I stopped looking as it’s so easy to keep doubting the choices you’ve made. Don’t look at any more images of other brides, be confident with what you’ve chosen and enjoy your special day.
If you are looking for an autumn wedding venue in Northumberland or an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.
Credits
Photo – Dan Clark Photography
Video – Abigail Grace
Registrar – Northumberland Registrars
Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.
Groom Suit – Suit Culture
Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen
Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay
Florist – Zoe the wedding florist
Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons
Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company
Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters
Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events
Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang
Cake – Family Friend
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“We like to do something different, and Ellingham Hall is certainly out of the ordinary. We had a fantastic time for our staff party and team building. The activities were fantastic and enabled us to get our teams mixed up and get everybody bonding and having a good time together in an amazing environment. We would recommend Ellingham Hall to anyone, the guys here are fantastic.”
Ben Quigley, Group Chief Executive – Everything Different Marketing
“We have hosted a number of corporate events and the staff have always been superb in supporting us. Our guests are always delighted when they walk through the doors and get to spend a day in the beautiful surroundings. “
DIGITAL SPARKLES – NICOLA LITTLE (CHIEF SPARKLER & DIRECTOR)
“The venue was immaculately presented and very welcoming. Easy to find just off the A1, with plenty of parking next to the meeting rooms and closer space to unload equipment. The area provided for breakout/coffee/lunch had plenty of room and was a relaxed environment, which gave delegates the chance to meet each other before the conference. The food and drink was plentiful, and of a good standard. The meeting room itself was well equipped and a nice size for our group, not to feel crowded, but also not lost as can happen in large rooms. The staff were on hand all day and happy to help with any of our requests.”
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Megan and Sam Burgess, 23rd September 2023
“Thank you so much for helping us have the wedding of our dreams! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day (or 3!) Our guests had a blast and we were blown away by how everything turned out. We especially appreciate your flexibility and willingness to answer all our questions. Special shootout to Alicia and Wendy for all their help on the day. Thank you so much!”
Caitlin & Chris Newman, 18th November 2023
“We just wanted to say thank you so much for making our day so amazing the other week, you are all so lovely and it was exactly what we dreamed of! So many guests were in awe of the amazing venue and things like the rooftop cocktail hour made it extra special, we really appreciate it all!”
Elena & Dan O’Hagan, 29th August 2024
