THE Hylands Estate has been shortlisted for three major wedding awards.

The venue has been shortlisted for Best Countryside Venue in the East of England by the prestigious Wedding Industry Awards, and has gained two shortlists for Wedding Venue of the Year and Wedding of the Year (Heritage) in the Essex Wedding Awards.

Ceri Lowen, manager at Hylands, is delighted with being shortlisted for the awards. She said: “Our team is dedicated to making all of our happy couples’ big day the very best day of their lives. This is tremendous to gain such recognition for the team, and for our amazing facilities at Hylands.”

The winner of the Wedding Industry Award will be announced at a gala event on November 17 in Norfolk.

The winners of the Essex Wedding Awards will be declared on the November 27 in Quendon.