St Osyth Priory Reviews

St Osyth Priory

Colchester, Essex

4.9 out of 5 rating, 18 reviews

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Emma Sent on 09/01/2025

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Amazing Venue and Team

We recently got married at St Osyth Priory on New Year's Eve and we couldn't recommend the venue and team highly enough. The venue itself is beautiful both inside and outside and created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. The venue itself has so much history and the grounds have some amazing spots for photos or for guests to explore.
Livi and Lizzie were amazingly supportive and easy to deal with from start to finish, special shout out to Livi who ran our wedding day seamlessly, we couldn't have asked for a nicer team to deal with. The rest of the team supporting were absolutely top notch, the food was amazing and we got so many comments and compliments...

We recently got married at St Osyth Priory on New Year's Eve and we couldn't recommend the venue and team highly enough. The venue itself is beautiful both inside and outside and created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. The venue itself has so much history and the grounds have some amazing spots for photos or for guests to explore.
Livi and Lizzie were amazingly supportive and easy to deal with from start to finish, special shout out to Livi who ran our wedding day seamlessly, we couldn't have asked for a nicer team to deal with. The rest of the team supporting were absolutely top notch, the food was amazing and we got so many comments and compliments from guests throughout the day.
The accommodation available on site is stunning (we we're lucky enough to also use the newly renovated Gatehouse East which was amazing).
St Osyth Priory will forever hold a special place in both of our hearts, we're so glad we found the venue and look forward to continued visits in years to come.
If you're looking for a venue and team for your wedding, we couldn't recommend St Osyth Priory highly enough.
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Eugene Sent on 22/02/2025

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Perfect day, Perfect venue.

St osyth priory is beyond belief. The venue, grounds and building are stunning. All the guests commented on how beautiful it was. Livi, Mel and the staff went over and above. All day we were looked after and they paid particular attention to my disabled parents, which made life so much easier for me. From booking the venue to the actual day, Livi communicated with me, nothing was too much. Our day went without any hitches and we owe this to the staff, Mel and Livi. Thank you for making our special day perfect.

St osyth priory is beyond belief. The venue, grounds and building are stunning. All the guests commented on how beautiful it was. Livi, Mel and the staff went over and above. All day we were looked after and they paid particular attention to my disabled parents, which made life so much easier for me. From booking the venue to the actual day, Livi communicated with me, nothing was too much. Our day went without any hitches and we owe this to the staff, Mel and Livi. Thank you for making our special day perfect.
R Hillard Sent on 10/02/2025

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Magical Venue!

We recently had our wedding at St Osyth and from the moment we first visited, we knew it was the right place for us. The setting was absolutely breath taking, with stunning grounds and gorgeous rooms. The team were so supportive throughout the entire planning process. They were always available to answer our questions and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The whole day had such a special atmosphere, it is truly such a magical place!

We recently had our wedding at St Osyth and from the moment we first visited, we knew it was the right place for us. The setting was absolutely breath taking, with stunning grounds and gorgeous rooms. The team were so supportive throughout the entire planning process. They were always available to answer our questions and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The whole day had such a special atmosphere, it is truly such a magical place!

Hannah Sent on 05/02/2025

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Amazing Venue and Staff

Amazing venue! We cannot reccommend St Osyth priory enough! We had a Winter wedding in January, so needed somewhere that was as beautiful inside as it is outside and St Osyth did not disappoint! Staff were absolutely fantastic! Lizzie and Livi were so helpful during our planning meetings. They were accommodating whilst also offering advice from their wealth of experience to help the day run smoothly. Nikki thought of every detail on the day, super calm and we didn't really have to ask for anything, because Nikki was always one step ahead! The food was really tasty and went down a treat! Also shout out the bar staff who were friendly and efficient and did a really great job throughout the evening.
The accommodation is stunning, beautifully decorated and really has everything you could need

Amazing venue! We cannot reccommend St Osyth priory enough! We had a Winter wedding in January, so needed somewhere that was as beautiful inside as it is outside and St Osyth did not disappoint! Staff were absolutely fantastic! Lizzie and Livi were so helpful during our planning meetings. They were accommodating whilst also offering advice from their wealth of experience to help the day run smoothly. Nikki thought of every detail on the day, super calm and we didn't really have to ask for anything, because Nikki was always one step ahead! The food was really tasty and went down a treat! Also shout out the bar staff who were friendly and efficient and did a really great job throughout the evening.
The accommodation is stunning, beautifully decorated and really has everything you could need
David Sent on 02/10/2024

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Best day ever!

We recently married at St. Osyth Priory and this venue did not disappoint!! What an incredible place this is. We married in the little chapel there which was very romantic! The great hall and breakfast rooms are ornate and grand with a fabulous team on hand to help with anything you need from planning to catering on the day, every detail is thought of all the accommodation here is finished to a perfect standard and we just wish we could do it all over again tomorrow ! ❤️

We recently married at St. Osyth Priory and this venue did not disappoint!! What an incredible place this is. We married in the little chapel there which was very romantic! The great hall and breakfast rooms are ornate and grand with a fabulous team on hand to help with anything you need from planning to catering on the day, every detail is thought of all the accommodation here is finished to a perfect standard and we just wish we could do it all over again tomorrow ! ❤️
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Micah Sent on 01/10/2024

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Such an incredible team and venue

The service by Livi and Lizzie is incredible! The venue and food is beautiful, with a unique touch to make your special day ours

The service by Livi and Lizzie is incredible! The venue and food is beautiful, with a unique touch to make your special day ours
Juliana Sent on 21/09/2024

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Dream duo - Livi & Lizzie

Livi & Lizzie were amazing to work with. Lizzie’s experience & professionalism helped put us at ease when issues arose.

We personalised our wedding quite abit & nothing seemed too much trouble. Any concerns we had were swiftly dealt with. Livi & Lizzie are a great asset to St Osyth Priory.

I’d say 2 organizers onsite for weddings would be better as it’s impossible for 1 person to be everywhere. This is not a reflection on Livi & Lizzie capabilities :)

We hired the entire venue and all accommodation available at the time, it’s premium price especially for the area, but it’s premium luxury in every way & the condition of the venue is...

Livi & Lizzie were amazing to work with. Lizzie’s experience & professionalism helped put us at ease when issues arose.

We personalised our wedding quite abit & nothing seemed too much trouble. Any concerns we had were swiftly dealt with. Livi & Lizzie are a great asset to St Osyth Priory.

I’d say 2 organizers onsite for weddings would be better as it’s impossible for 1 person to be everywhere. This is not a reflection on Livi & Lizzie capabilities :)

We hired the entire venue and all accommodation available at the time, it’s premium price especially for the area, but it’s premium luxury in every way & the condition of the venue is flawless, maybe partly due to how new the venue is.

Top Tips:
discuss ceremony seating plan & indoor backup plans in detail (in case of inclement weather)

There are works ongoing across the venue, so something to factor in when planning

We wholeheartedly recommend these suppliers:
Flowers @amnesia_flowers
DJ/ Master of ceremony/ photobooth @dj2four7
Photography & videography @cjdreamzs
Drummer @magicfingers_beats
Makeup artist @jo.xoartistry
Hairstylist @hairupbydevonne
Performers @rockitwithrho_entertainment
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Chyanne Sent on 04/09/2024

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Went beyond to make sure everyone's dietary requirements were catered for

Having a few allergies and intolerances myself, I am probably more anxious and aware of dietary requirements than the average person. However, The Priory were superb with dealing with the long list of individual requirements.

Having a few allergies and intolerances myself, I am probably more anxious and aware of dietary requirements than the average person. However, The Priory were superb with dealing with the long list of individual requirements.
Natalie Sent on 31/08/2024

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Wedding of Dreams

Our Wedding was truly a dream come true from our first venue tour, the food tasting, planning, and to the Wedding day. St Osyth Priory is a breathtaking venue, and we feel so lucky to have celebrated our special day there. Every room and every detail of the venue is perfection and immaculate. The gardens and the chapel are also beautiful and very unique. Livie and Lizzie were an absolute pleasure to get to know, so warm, welcoming and professional from the beginning. Very responsive to any questions I had, knowledgeable and experienced when it came to giving advice and recommendations for set up, timings and working with vendors. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and they were...

Our Wedding was truly a dream come true from our first venue tour, the food tasting, planning, and to the Wedding day. St Osyth Priory is a breathtaking venue, and we feel so lucky to have celebrated our special day there. Every room and every detail of the venue is perfection and immaculate. The gardens and the chapel are also beautiful and very unique. Livie and Lizzie were an absolute pleasure to get to know, so warm, welcoming and professional from the beginning. Very responsive to any questions I had, knowledgeable and experienced when it came to giving advice and recommendations for set up, timings and working with vendors. Nothing was too much trouble for them, and they were very supportive and encouraging of my ideas and requests. They coordinated and prepared perfectly with all the vendors. So that the day ran so smoothly, and we were made to feel so special and relaxed. The food was really delicious, and we have had many compliments that it is the best wedding breakfast our friends have tried. We cannot thank the team at the Priory enough as we had a truly incredible day which we and our family and friends will treasure and remember forever.
Lucy Sent on 26/08/2024

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`The best day of our entire lives!

We recently tied the knot at St Osyth Priory and it truly was the best day of our entire lives! Happy tears were flooding the morning after the wedding whilst we reminisced every detail of the most perfect day.

Everything was simply perfect and we are so grateful for the amazing team, especially our venue co-ordinator Livi for going above and beyond to make our dream day happen and run smoothly.

The venue itself is absolutely stunning and when we first viewed it, every part of it took our breath away. We knew immediately this was the venue for us. Our guests were also blown away with the beauty of the venue, as well as...

We recently tied the knot at St Osyth Priory and it truly was the best day of our entire lives! Happy tears were flooding the morning after the wedding whilst we reminisced every detail of the most perfect day.

Everything was simply perfect and we are so grateful for the amazing team, especially our venue co-ordinator Livi for going above and beyond to make our dream day happen and run smoothly.

The venue itself is absolutely stunning and when we first viewed it, every part of it took our breath away. We knew immediately this was the venue for us. Our guests were also blown away with the beauty of the venue, as well as our suppliers, especially our photographer and videographer, who felt absolutely spoilt for choice with the options for perfect beautiful backdrops.

Our friends and family are still raving about the day and have said it has been the best wedding they have ever attended.

We will never ever forget our wedding day at St Osyth Priory and have the most beautiful memories that we will cherish forever. We just want to do it all over again!

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Mr & Mrs Durrance