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Golf Club Description: BLAKES IS THE PERFECT VENUE FOR ALL OCCASIONS…We take pride in providing a first class catering experience for all types of events and is renowned for its exclusive location and flexible approach.
Blakes elegant entrance has automatic gates which takes you onto a leisurely drive through the golf course leading to the venue. The private first floor View Bar accommodates up to 100 guests with a concealed balcony that overlooks the breathtaking panoramic views. The impressive Restaurant accommodates up to 260 guests with idyllic countryside views over the water fountain. The adjoining Marquee opens onto a private patio and garden area with seating available for those summer evenings. Both the Restaurant and View Bar are decorated in an exclusive and contemporary style, and each boasts air conditioning and their own fully stocked bar.
Our high caliber of staff have many years of experience therefore enabling us to offer you a fine dining experience with a high level of service. From four course a la carte dining to informal buffets and barbeques, our expertise will make your event extra special. All food is prepared and cooked on site by our team of qualified chefs. (Please see our website for sample menus).
We believe that your wedding day should be the most amazing day of your life and we will ensure you have everything as you think it should be. Our dedicated event team has access to leading photographers, florists, suit hire, and music and entertainment providers, allowing you to relax on your special day knowing that we can create the perfect wedding reception.
For a summer or winter wedding, 50 or 260 guests, extravagant or relaxed, Blakes Golf club will provide you with a day you will never forget.
* Wedding coordinators who will create your perfect wedding reception.
* Flexible catering options to suit your every need.
* Superb facilities for winter and summer receptions.
* Magnificent country setting.
* Unique contemporary style.
* Easy access location with hotels within walking distance.
Practicalities
Prices: From £45pp Ceremony/Reception: Ceremony & reception Capacity for ceremony: 260 Seated meal capacity: 260 Buffet meal capacity: 260 Total venue capacity: 260
Additional details: Late Availability Saturday 25th September 2010 The Ultimate Blakes Suite Package Includes Reception drinks Canapes 3 course meals 1/2 bottle of house wine per person Glass of sparkling wine for toast Evening buffet Room hire & use of the private garden area (Based on minimum numbers) £60.00 per head
Saturday 13th November 2010 The Ultimate Blakes Suite Package Includes Reception drinks Canapes 3 course meals 1/2 bottle of house wine per person Glass of sparkling wine for toast Evening buffet Room hire & use of the private garden area (Based on minimum numbers) £50.00 per head
Friday 15th October 2010 The Ultimate Blakes Suite Package Includes Reception drinks Canapes 3 course meals 1/2 bottle of house wine per person Glass of sparkling wine for toast Evening buffet Room hire & use of the private garden area (Based on minimum numbers) £50.00 per head
Saturday 1st January 2011 New Years Day Special The Ultimate Blakes Suite Package Includes Reception drinks Canapes 3 course meals 1/2 bottle of house wine per person Glass of sparkling wine for toast Evening buffet Room hire & use of the private garden area (Based on minimum numbers) £100.00 per head
Directions by public transport: One of Blakes many strong points is the accessibility. Located 2 miles from junction 7 of the M11 east bound on the A414, Blakes is only 10 minutes from Greater London and 15 minutes from Stanstead Airport.
BY UNDERGROUND
4 mile from Epping Station on the Central Line.
BY RAIL
5 miles from Harlow Mill Station.
Directions by car: FROM THE M25
Leave the M25 at junction 27 (signposted M11, Cambridge, Stanstead) and join the Eastbound M11 towards Stanstead.
Leave the M11 at junction 7 (signposted Harlow) at the roundabout, turn right to take the A414 (fourth exit).
At the first roundabout you come to go straight over, first exit.
At the second roundabout (with The Talbot pub on the left), go straight over, second exit.
The entrance to Blakes is half a mile on the right hand side, just above the Travel Lodge.
