If you or your fiancé have ever dreamt of getting hitched by a beach or the ocean, you have probably always thought that you would have to save up to go somewhere far flung, like the Caribbean or Thailand.
In truth though, there are a handful of coastal wedding venues that are much closer to home, with Roslin Beach Hotel in Essex being among the prettiest. Found in Southend on Sea, this 62-room hotel offers up two bespoke spaces for couples looking to tie the knot, while panoramic views across the twinkling Estuary only add to the venue’s appeal.
For medium-sized wedding parties, there is the Tide Ballroom. This majestic space is flooded with natural light thanks to large floor-to-ceiling windows that offer up tranquil views of the sea, while the neutral tones of the décor mean that the space is something of a blank canvas, able to be decorated specifically to your individually needs.
The Tide Ballroom can host up to 50 guests for a seated evening reception and a further 30 standing guests for drinks and dancing. Your wedding package will include a three-course menu for up to 50 of your guests, followed by a DJ and disco party lasting until midnight. There are plenty of practical touches tied into the offering too – the hotel’s events manager can act as your toast master, a cake stand and knife is provided, and you’ll also benefit from a dedicated wedding coordinator. The Tide Ballroom also boasts its own private terrace, for starlit drinks receptions or as break-out areas from the main room.
If you are looking to have your whole day at Roslin Beach, you can also tie the knot here. The Bay Room is best suited to intimate weddings and can host up to 25 seated guests, who will sit in front of floor-to-ceiling glass windows that overlook the private terrace which you and your guests can escape to after the ceremony, to enjoy drinks in the sunshine.