Based on a weekday wedding in March. Includes food and drink.
These items are not included in the price above but can be added for an additional fee:
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Set within the rolling countryside on the Northamptonshire-Oxfordshire border, The Great Barn is a beautifully positioned barn wedding venue offering a peaceful and private setting with a refined, design-led feel. Surrounded by open landscapes and mature greenery, it creates a natural sense of calm while still feeling elevated and considered. From relaxed drinks on the patio to golden-hour moments on the lawns, every part of the setting flows effortlessly, creating an atmosphere that feels open, stylish, and completely immersive from start to finish.
The Great Barn offers ceremonies in The Card Shed, a separate space from the main barn that can seat up to 120 guests. This allows couples to hold their ceremony in a dedicated setting, before guests move through to the main barn for the rest of the celebrations.
The Great Barn offers flexible reception spaces designed for seamless transitions from day to night. The Croughton Barn provides a spacious setting for the wedding breakfast and evening celebrations, accommodating up to 120 guests seated and 175 for the evening. The Aynho Barn is perfect for private drinks or a quieter moment during the festivities. Outdoor patios and lawns create ideal spaces for drinks or sunset photos, giving couples plenty of variety throughout their day.
The Great Barn offers three charming on-site cottages that can accommodate up to 10 guests, providing a comfortable, convenient stay for loved ones. Each cottage is individually styled and perfect for extending the celebration. Accommodation is booked separately from the venue hire, giving couples and guests the flexibility to choose the space that suits them best.
All food at The Great Barn is prepared in-house by the venue’s experienced chef team, offering couples a choice of menus tailored to different tastes and seasons. From relaxed dining to elegant multi-course meals, the kitchen focuses on fresh, beautifully presented dishes that complement the barn’s warm, welcoming atmosphere. The fully licensed bar serves a wide range of drinks, and couples can enhance their day with extras such as styled décor, LED lighting, neon signs, garden games, and the Selfie Photo Station. In-house DJ and lighting packages are also available to create the perfect evening atmosphere.
The Great Barn sits on the edge of Aynho, surrounded by countryside, walking routes, and pretty stone buildings. Nearby towns such as Banbury and Bicester offer shops, restaurants, places to stay, and plenty to explore. The area is a lovely blend of rural tranquillity and easy convenience for guests travelling from across Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, and beyond.
Located in Aynho on the Oxfordshire/Northamptonshire border, The Great Barn is easily reached from the M40, A43, and A361. The venue offers ample on-site parking, and the nearest train stations, including Banbury, are only a short drive away.
My husband and I got married at The Great Barn in August 2025. From our first viewing of the venue the year before, we were obsessed! The scenery, the buildings, and the overall feel of the venue were just what we had in mind for our wedding day. As the planning process commenced, it was clear that the team were thorough and organised, leaving no aspect of the day unspoken about to ensure our wishes were carried out. Alice, our wedding coordinator, was very attentive in answering all our questions throughout and helping us find a plan that suited our wants. The visits throughout the year helped us plan what decor we needed and how we would want things set up, and the menu tasting night acted as an exciting date night!
On the day itself, the whole team and The Great Barn were so friendly and attentive! My husband and I really got to enjoy the day how we wanted, as Alice and her team got to work ensuring we didn’t have to worry about a single thing, and we didn’t, as it was all taken care of!
We ended the evening in one of the neighbouring cottages to hire, feeling so grateful to the whole team for looking after our guests and us so well and for ensuring our wedding day went just as we had spoken about in the months leading up to the day itself.
Thank you to everyone at The Great Barn.
Married August 2025
A lovely rustic barn venue with a range of multi-purpose areas. The exterior ceremony room is a stunning space to get married, holding a sizeable amount of guests whilst still feeling intimate. The main room has a large and stylish bar, whilst the courtyard has an outdoor kitchen where fresh pizza can be served. As a performer, the courtyard offers a vibrant space where guests, food, and live music meet.
Married April 2025
I knew I wanted to get married at The Great Barn the second I walked in; I got goosebumps! It is such a stunning venue, perfectly suited to host our Autumnal wedding. The cosy, rustic vibe with twinkly lights brings all the magic you could want. On the day, Alice went above and beyond to support our needs and help our dreams come true, we couldn’t have done it without her and the rest of the team at The Great Barn. Food and drinks were a huge hit with our guests, with so many compliments. I couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else, truly the best day of our lives!
Married January 2026
The Great Barn is absolutely beautiful and the perfect venue for a wedding. It hardly needs any decoration to look stunning, and the grounds are gorgeous – even in February, the site looked naturally beautiful and had that classic Cotswold feel.
We had 86 guests all day, and the size of the venue was ideal (although the venue could easily accommodate more guests than this). Having the separate ceremony space made the moment of getting married feel so special. The layout of the wedding breakfast and bar room also worked perfectly, as it allowed guests who didn’t want to dance to chill out or use the photobooth. The bar room – complete with LED lights – became the ultimate dancefloor!
We were so fortunate to have Grace look after us. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and she made the entire day feel seamless and calm. The rest of the staff were equally as fantastic, and the service was top-tier.
As foodies, the quality of the meal was a huge highlight for us. We opted for the Feast Menu, and it was exceptional. We had the charcuterie starter, the sirloin of beef main, and lemon meringue / crumble for dessert – we would definitely recommend!!
We’ve had so many comments from guests saying it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding.
We had the most joyful and perfect day. We cannot recommend The Great Barn and their expert planning team enough for delivering such a wonderful experience. Thank you!
Married March 2026
The Great Barn is absolutely beautiful and the perfect venue for a wedding. It hardly needs any decoration to look stunning, and the grounds are gorgeous – even in February, the site looked naturally beautiful and had that classic Cotswold feel.
We had 86 guests all day, and the size of the venue was ideal (although the venue could easily accommodate more guests than this). Having the separate ceremony space made the moment of getting married feel so special. The layout of the wedding breakfast and bar room also worked perfectly, as it allowed guests who didn’t want to dance to chill out or use the photobooth. The bar room, complete with LED lights, became the ultimate dancefloor!
Married February 2026
We got married at this stunning venue this month, and all we can say is wow! The Great Barn is perfect for both scenery and staff. We had nothing but great communication and a smooth process throughout. The day itself was utterly perfect, with a shoutout to our wedding planner Alice, who made everything run flawlessly with each and every request and detail met! We would recommend The Great Barn to everyone! Thank you
Married April 2025
My husband and I got married this week at The Great Barn, and it was lovely. The staff were all so lovely and made the day less stressful for us as they sorted everything out. The food was amazing, with empty plates on all tables. The venue looked beautiful, and they sorted out all our decorations. Thank you to The Great Barn and Alice for making our day the best day.
Married February 2025
We got married at this stunning venue this month, and all we can say is wow! The Great Barn is perfect for both scenery and staff. We had nothing but great communication and a smooth process throughout. The day itself was utterly perfect, with a shoutout to our wedding planner Alice, who made everything run flawlessly with each and every request and detail met! We would recommend The Great Barn to everyone! Thank you.
Married April 2026
We had the best day at The Great Barn for our wedding! The Great Barn was the first venue we viewed and we knew immediately it was the one, the place has an amazing feel with just the right amount of tasteful decor to make the rooms feel full without too much extra but also enough to be able to personalise the space. We particularly loved the main room with the bar, as it kept everyone together in the evening and ensured the dance floor remained full!
Alice was our wedding coordinator; she made sure everything went so smoothly and was a pleasure to have around on the day with her warmth and enthusiasm.
We would highly recommend The Great Barn to all couples; it was the perfect venue for us and the perfect day.
Married March 2026
We had the best day at The Great Barn for our wedding in March 2026! The Great Barn was the first venue we viewed and we knew immediately it was the one, the place has an amazing feel with just the right amount of tasteful decor to make the rooms feel full without too much extra but also enough to be able to personalise the space. We particularly loved the main room with the bar, as it kept everyone together in the evening and ensured the dance floor remained full!
Alice was our wedding coordinator; she made sure everything went so smoothly and was a pleasure to have around on the day with her warmth and enthusiasm.
We would highly recommend The Great Barn to all couples; it was the perfect venue for us and the perfect day.
Married March 2026
Yes. This is an exclusive use events venue.
Yes. The venue is licenced to hold ceremonies and has a capacity of 120.
Your hire of the venue is from 9am until midnight.
Yes. There is a dressing room available from 9am for you and your wedding party to get ready before the ceremony. This is included in the venue hire price, and all your possessions must be removed by 7pm. The room has toilet facilities, four dressing stations, a full-length mirror, and tea & coffee. Please note that no outside food or drink can be brought in.
Accommodation and breakfast, chair covers, DJ / entertainment, catering and drinks, decorations, the registrar, and tablecloths.
Yes. Your venue hire includes all wooden tables, chairs, napkins, outdoor furniture, fairy lights, a PA system, a cake stand and cake knife, a table/barrel, and an easel. All glassware, cutlery, and crockery are included, along with napkins for your evening meal.
We have ample hard parking spaces.
Yes. If any of your day or evening guests have dietary requirements other than vegetarian, vegan, or pescatarian, they must complete our online form at least 8 weeks before the event.
Yes. We have a fully licensed bar to serve alcohol until midnight. We only accept credit and debit cards.
Yes. We only permit dried natural flower petals or lavender confetti, and only use them outside.