Historic Orsett Hall has been won the “venue of the year” title at the Essex Wedding Awards.

The beautiful Georgian-styled Hotel set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens in the Thurrock  countryside was described by judges at the glitzy bash as having the “complete package, offering elegance, choice and great customer service”.

The venue, located a stone’s throw from picturesque Orsett village, but also just minutes from the M25, boasts four function suites, a wedding chapel with rustic furnishing and viewing gallery and extensive landscaped gardens.

Judges lauded the hotel’s services for wedding couples, including relaxing spa, spacious banqueting rooms for 30-400 guests, 40 luxurious bedrooms and on site hair salon.

Andrea Ince, marketing manager for Orsett Hall, said, “This is a very competitive category and we are extremely proud to have won this award.

“We were also winners of the category in 2013, so it is great to achieve it for a second time.

“We are certain 2016 is going to be another exciting year for us at Orsett Hall, with the Spring completion of a stunning new Kukana Spa offering six treatment rooms, sauna, steam room and spa pool as well as a new lounge and 18 additional bedrooms.”

The number of people currently employed at Orsett Hall is 150 and the Spa extension will see 41 extra jobs being created.

For details of wedding packages available for 2016, including venue only hire, call 01375 891402 or email weddings@orsetthall.co.uk

* Orsett Hall is recruiting for chef and waiting staff for its award-winning Brasserie restaurant. Visit orsetthall. co.uk for more details.