Wedding photography and film at The Manor of Groves

The Manor of Groves is a country weddings venue in Hertfordshire, set within 150 acres of countryside with a Georgian manor house, parkland grounds and river frontage at its heart.

A Georgian manor house hotel and golf resort set in 150 acres of Hertfordshire countryside near Sawbridgeworth, The Manor of Groves provides country-house event spaces with parkland grounds and river frontage — an accessible rural escape from the surrounding towns.

We are drawn to places where architecture and landscape work together, and this one has both in abundance: the classical lines of a Georgian hotel paired with open parkland and water, giving photographers and filmmakers a genuinely varied canvas to work with. Its position as an accessible rural escape, within easy reach of surrounding towns, means couples can offer guests a true countryside experience without asking too much of them. It is exactly the kind of venue we would love to bring our cameras to.

Frequently asked questions about The Manor of Groves

What is it like to get married at The Manor of Groves?

The Manor of Groves offers a genuinely romantic setting, with a Georgian manor house at its heart, surrounded by 150 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, parkland and river frontage. The combination of elegant indoor event spaces and beautiful natural grounds gives couples real variety in how their day unfolds. It has the feel of a private country estate while remaining accessible from the towns nearby, which makes it a popular choice for couples who want a rural atmosphere without asking too much of their guests.

How does the parkland and river setting work for wedding photography and videography?

A venue like The Manor of Groves, with open parkland, mature grounds and river frontage, gives photographers and videographers a lot to work with across the whole day. Natural light in open countryside tends to be generous and varied, and the Georgian architecture of the manor provides a strong visual anchor for formal portraits and wider establishing shots. The mix of formal and informal spaces means coverage can feel layered and dynamic rather than limited to one or two locations.

Can we book Big Day Productions to film and photograph our wedding at The Manor of Groves?

Absolutely, we would love to be part of a wedding at The Manor of Groves. We work with couples at country house venues across the East of England and the wider region, and a Georgian manor with parkland grounds is exactly the kind of setting we find creatively exciting. Just get in touch through our contact page and we can talk through your plans, check our availability for your date and put together a package that suits you.

Is The Manor of Groves easy for guests to reach?

The venue sits near Sawbridgeworth in Hertfordshire, which is well connected by road and has a railway station on the Stansted Express line, making it reasonably straightforward for guests travelling from London or other parts of the region. The rural countryside setting means most guests will arrive by car, so it is worth checking with the venue directly about parking and any recommended local accommodation options for those staying overnight.

Does The Manor of Groves suit smaller intimate weddings as well as larger celebrations?

Country house venues of this kind typically offer a range of event spaces, from grand reception rooms to more intimate areas within the hotel, which can work well for weddings of different sizes. We would always recommend speaking directly with The Manor of Groves events team to understand the full range of options and capacities, as they will be best placed to match the right spaces to your guest numbers and vision.

What makes The Manor of Groves stand out compared to other Hertfordshire wedding venues?

The combination of a genuine Georgian manor house, a golf resort setting and 150 acres of grounds with river frontage gives The Manor of Groves a character that is hard to replicate. Many venues offer either elegant interiors or outdoor space, but having both at this scale, within easy reach of the surrounding towns, makes it a distinctive choice. For couples who want the feel of a countryside escape without travelling far from home, it strikes a strong balance.