Guest Arrival & Parking
Guests arrive to ample parking and clearly marked drop-off areas. Accessible pathways ensure a smooth entry, setting the tone for a seamless day.
Quick Facts:
- Ample parking
- Drop-off access
- Accessible pathways
Getting Ready Rooms
Couples and their wedding parties have private spaces to prepare before the ceremony.
Bridal Suite: Spacious, well-lit, mirrors, adjacent restrooms, privacy for hair & makeup
Groom Suite: Comfortable, adjacent restrooms, space for getting ready and photography setup
Quick Facts:
- Bridal Suite & Groom Suite
- Private, well-lit spaces
- Adjacent restrooms
- Hair & makeup / photography friendly
Ceremony Spaces
ECB offers seven ceremony locations, with three primary options most commonly chosen:
Somerset Garden – Seasonal blooms, open-air elegance
Enchanted Wood – Woodland, private, romantic
Wessex Chapel – Weather-secure option, proudly the primary rain plan
Tanglewood Garden – Relaxed garden elegance
Pond Ceremony Site – Peaceful water-view backdrop
Additional Outdoor Spaces – Seasonal and guest-count dependent
Quick Facts:
- Seven distinct ceremony locations
- Primary ceremony options: Somerset Garden, Enchanted Wood, Wessex Chapel
- Wessex Chapel: fully covered, primary rain plan
- Optional indoor backup for inclement weather
- Cocktail Hour / Transitional Time
- Patio (Primary Outdoor)
The Patio
The Patio is fully paved and designed for guest comfort and connection. Guests enjoy drinks, gather at tables with umbrellas, and take in views of grazing horses, fountains, fireplaces, and sunsets.
Quick Facts:
- Outdoor bar
- Patio tables & seating
- Umbrellas
- Ambient lighting
- Convenient outdoor restrooms
- Views: grazing horses, fountains, fireplace, sunsets
Lancaster Room (Optional Indoor)
For extreme weather, the Lancaster Room provides a climate-controlled indoor cocktail hour space. Fully separated from the Main Banquet Hall, it features its own bar and is conveniently adjacent to the kitchen for catering setup.
Quick Facts:
- Indoor bar
- Climate-controlled
- Separated from Main Banquet Hall
- Adjacent to kitchen for catering efficiency
Main Banquet Hall (Reception)
Guests move into the Main Banquet Hall for dinner and dancing. The space features elegant details, high ceilings, and flexible layouts, accommodating formal dinners or lively receptions. The adjacent kitchen supports catering and smooth service.
Quick Facts:
- Elegant, high ceilings
- Flexible seating layouts
- Dance space
- Seamless flow from cocktail hour
- Adjacent kitchen for catering
Coordination & Day-of Management
ECB requires professional day-of or full-service coordination. Coordinators manage timelines, oversee vendors, and anticipate details so couples can enjoy their day without stress.
Quick Facts:
- Professional coordinators required
- Timeline management
- Vendor oversight
- Seamless flow throughout ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception
Weather Planning
Weddings are designed to flow beautifully regardless of conditions. The Wessex Chapel and optional indoor spaces ensure comfort and elegance for all guests.
Quick Facts:
- Wessex Chapel: primary rain plan, fully covered
- Indoor alternatives for cocktail hour or reception
Day Before: Arrival & Rehearsal
Couples and vendors may arrive to set up and rehearse. Optional welcome dinners help start the celebration early.
Quick Facts:
- Arrival and setup for rehearsal
- Welcome dinner optional
- Space reservations for rehearsal: Wessex Chapel, Patio
Day After: Farewell & Brunch
The day after the wedding offers a relaxed time for immediate guests to gather for brunch, reminisce, and share videos/photos. Couples are responsible for clearing personal items. Vendors complete tear-down the night before.
Quick Facts:
- Brunch or farewell gathering
- Personal item retrieval (wedding gown, décor keepsakes)
On-Site Accommodations
- Three houses on site
- The Cottage: sleeps 8
- Woodside Cottage: sleeps 13
- Sweetheart Cottage: sleeps 2
- Close to the venue
- Houses often used for bridal party or out-of-town guests
- Available for one or multiple nights
Summary
Guest Arrival & Parking
Get Ready Rooms
Ceremony Spaces
Cocktail Hour
Main Banquet Hall
Coordination
Weather Planning
Day Before & After