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Cider Barn

From £4,950

Based on a weekend wedding in October. Includes 3-night venue hire.

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The Cider Barn is a simple, rustic and wonderfully charming venue. An old agricultural stone and thatched barn, it's found up a bumpy track through the woods and surrounded by the fields and woodlands of the Dillington Estate.
Key Info
Cider Barn
Dillington Estate
Whitelackington
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 9EG
Website: www.dillingtonestate.co.uk
Tel: 01460 57075
Email: weddings@dillingtonestate.co.uk
 
 
Capacity
Ceremony:120
Dinner:120
Standing:150
Facilities
Licensed For Marriage:Yes
Accommodation:Yes
Exclusivity:Yes
Food & Drink
Catering:Couple's Choice
Bar:Couple's Choice
Licensed Until:n/a
Other
Pets Welcome:Yes
Disabled Facilities:Yes
Child Friendly:Yes
Contact venue for late availability and exclusive offers
Pricing
From £4,950

Based on a weekend wedding in October. Includes 3-night venue hire.

Starting price includes:
  • Exclusive use of the venue.
  • Three-day access period for suppliers.
  • Use of the stretch tent and festoon lighting.
  • Use of the illuminated outdoor bar (and there is no corkage fee).
  • Parking for 50+ cars.
Additional costs:

These items are not included in the price above but can be added for an additional fee:

  • Ceremony fee - £250 in the barn, or you can use the nearby church, or get married elsewhere!.
  • Food and drink - you're completely free to choose you own suppliers, but the team can offer ideas.
  • Accommodation - you're welcome to book some / all of the nearby cottages (sleeping 50+).
  • Furniture - although wooden tables and X-backed chairs are available for hire.

Please contact the venue for detailed prices.

About
Setting

The Cider Barn, part of the Dillington Estate in Somerset, exudes rustic charm. Surrounded by fields and woods, this old stone and thatched barn offers breathtaking views over the rolling Somerset countryside. Accessed via a winding track through the woods, the barn presents a magical and romantic escape where natural beauty meets authentic craftsmanship.

The venue’s timeless architecture, with exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and thatched ceilings, provides a magical backdrop lit by fairy lights and metal chandeliers. Its unpretentious design makes the space blend effortlessly with its surroundings, offering a truly captivating setting.

Ceremony

The Cider Barn is fully licensed for weddings, with various enchanting locations for ceremonies. Couples can exchange vows inside the barn, beneath the stretch tent, or in the walled garden when the weather permits.

For those seeking a traditional church service, St Mary’s Church, Whitelackington, is a short stroll away. This historic church can accommodate up to 120 guests, offering an idyllic setting for a religious ceremony before guests return to the barn for the festivities.

Reception

The Cider Barn offers a seamless experience for your celebration, allowing couples to personalise the space. The barn is a versatile venue for wedding breakfasts, evening receptions, and dancing. Surrounding the barn, the walled garden, courtyard, marquee, and outdoor bar provide multiple spaces for socialising, dining, or evening drinks. With charming details, such as the illuminated wooden bar under the trees and festoon lighting, the reception atmosphere is warm and inviting.

Accommodation

The Dillington Estate offers a collection of beautifully refurbished cottages within a mile of the barn, accommodating over 50 guests. These cottages range from the historic Atherstone Farmhouse, which sleeps 14, to the picturesque Dairy House, set in the parkland around Dillington House and accommodating 16 guests. Each cottage combines comfort with character, ensuring a relaxing stay for couples and their guests.

Food & Drink

Couples enjoy complete freedom when it comes to catering. The Cider Barn has no restrictions on caterers, allowing for anything from fine dining to street food. A dedicated kitchen, equipped with industrial-grade appliances, is available for caterers to ensure smooth service.

For drinks, the outdoor wooden bar can be staffed or left for guests to help themselves. With no corkage fees, couples can serve whatever they like without hidden costs.

Local Area

The Cider Barn is located on the Dillington Estate in the heart of Somerset, easily accessible for guests. The venue is reached by a scenic, rustic track through the woods, setting the tone for a secluded and intimate wedding celebration.

FAQs
When can we have access to the barn for deliveries and setting up?

For a Saturday wedding, you'll have access to the barn for deliveries and set up from 9am the Friday before until noon the Monday after the wedding.

How many guests can we have?

We can accommodate 120 guests for ceremonies in the barn. The venue works very well for a sit-down dinner for 100 guests, but it can seat up to 120 inside. For the evening celebration with drinks and dancing, 150 is fine.

What restrictions are there around the caterers we use?

None! You're welcome to use whomever you'd like, but we'd happily recommend some excellent local suppliers.

Do you offer an event management service?

Unfortunately, this is not a service we offer as the barn is a 'dry hire'. To make it easier for you, we can recommend suppliers you can contact directly and, if you like, suggest a local event manager and/or wedding day coordinator.

What facilities are there at the barn?

The barn has a newly built extension that has toilets (five cubicles, a larger access cubicle, a baby-changing table and urinals) and a caterer's prepping kitchen. There is also a small storeroom.

What equipment is there in the kitchen?

We provide plenty of stainless-steel worktops, a large 1300L double-door fridge and a 600L single-door freezer, double sinks with hot water, and an outlet for bottled gas so a gas cooker/hob (which the caterers can bring if needed) can be connected.

Do you charge corkage?

No, we don't. You may run the bar as you like and fill the galvanised bathtub with ice for cooling self-served beer and wine. Please speak to us if you plan on having a paid bar, as you will need to apply for a temporary events licence.

Can we rent tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery, or glasses?

We have 20 tables and 120+ chairs, available to hire in 60, 90 or 120-person packages (as well as individually). We do not provide crockery, cutlery or glasses but can recommend suppliers.

What else do we need to hire?

It's entirely up to you, but the list might include caterers, entertainment, decorations, a sound system, and heaters. We have a list of recommended local suppliers for you to contact.

Can we decorate the barn?

Yes...to some extent! Please discuss anything other than table decorations with us in advance. Décor can be wrapped around the beams, but the barn's walls are old and fragile, so items cannot be attached to them (unless they're hung from the beams above). Candles contained on tables are allowed.

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