10 Single Occ
22 Shared Occ
45mins from london
Essex
Essex Hall
A grand 16th-century manor house retreat on the Essex-Suffolk border. Essex Hall offers an exceptional setting for company offsites, combining historic character with modern comfort across 22 acres of stunning East Anglian countryside.
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Essex Hall
About Essex Hall
Essex Hall is a beautifully preserved 16th-century manor house set within 22 acres of private gardens, orchards, and woodland on the border of Essex and Suffolk.
Just a short journey from London and within easy reach of Stansted Airport, it strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and complete seclusion, making it one of the most sought-after exclusive-use retreat venues in the East of England.
Whether you're planning a leadership offsite, a team strategy day, or a multi-day company retreat, Essex Hall provides an inspiring and distraction-free environment. The rolling grounds, ancient orchard, and private woodland create a calming backdrop that encourages creativity, open conversation, and genuine connection away from the office.
The venue is available on an exclusive-use basis, meaning your team has the entire property to yourselves, including the meeting spaces, gardens, and all accommodation.
Accommodation:
Essex Hall sleeps up to 10 guests (single occupancy) across two properties on the estate.
Manor House - 7 bedrooms
Cottage - 3 bedrooms
Exclusive use of both properties for your group
Character features including original beams, fireplaces, and period detailing throughout
Check In and Check Out:
Check in and check out times are flexible to fit the needs of each client.
Extras and Activities:
Essex Hall offers a range of on-site extras to enhance your stay, including:
Swimming pool
Tennis court
Horse Powered Insight sessions
And more available on request
Getting There:
London: 45 minute drive
Cambridge: 45 minute drive
Stansted Airport: 25 minute drive
Audley End train station: 25 minute drive
Spaces for your team at
Essex Hall
Essex Hall offers a variety of inspiring spaces for teams to connect. The Great Hall serves as the main convertible workspace, functioning as a conference room, banquet hall, or yoga studio with state-of-the-art A/V equipment and luxurious furnishings. For smaller sessions and creative workshops, the Creative Studio, a beautifully converted former greenhouse, provides an intimate and imaginative setting for strategic visioning, crafting, and breakout activities. Outside, the sweeping Great Lawn offers a spectacular backdrop for outdoor events and team activities, with panoramic views across the terrace gardens, paddocks, and groves.
