The Beauty of a Barn Wedding Venue

Written by Lottie Dainton
Since our very first barn venue was listed on the Directory, it seems like you guys have always loved a barn wedding venue and we can definitely see why.

More often than not, they’re available to hire on an exclusive basis so you can celebrate with your friends and family without the worry of any interruptions. They’re incredibly diverse too, so no matter what your preferred wedding style may be, they offer a blank canvas where you can really showcase your personalities.

We’re lucky enough to have some of the UK’s (and beyond!) dreamiest barn wedding venues and today we’re offering you a little insight into our collection. Rustic, romantic, historical, industrial, contemporary – you name it, we’ve got it covered.

Enjoy!

Styal Lodge

This bespoke barn wedding venue in the beautiful Cheshire countryside has been built using fully sustainable Finnish timber. The exclusive-use space at Styal Lodge features high ceilings and lots of windows, so you’ll have oodles of natural light and views across their picturesque lake. A family-run business, their friendly team focus on relaxed, personal and flexible celebrations, so that you can really have the day of your dreams.

Curds Hall Barn

Located in Norfolk, Curds Hall Barn is the epitome of ‘rustic romance’. This charming and characterful barn wedding venue has onsite accommodation for up to ten guests and is available to hire for three days, so that you can really embrace the surroundings and celebrate with your friends and family. They have three licensed areas for your ceremony and encourage couples to get creative – you can use any supplier that takes your fancy.

Chalk

Set in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside, Chalk is an eco-luxe barn wedding venue that will, without a doubt, make your heart skip a beat. Sustainability combines with style, offering an elegant space with wall-to-wall windows, panoramic views and a license for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. The team are super flexible, and the venue lends itself to any wedding theme or colour scheme. Here, the possibilities are endless!

If you want to see more, check out our recent feature ‘We Went Back to the Chalk Board‘.

The Woodyard

The team at Worstead Estate have recently launched North Norfolk’s newest wedding venue; introducing The Woodyard. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and a relaxed atmosphere – the perfect ingredients for a happy wedding day! This is only enhanced with the industrial-rustic vibe, the promise of complete exclusivity and the chance to reconnect with nature and your loved ones.

This Must Be The Place

This is a barn wedding venue with a difference! Located near Barcelona (oh hello sunshine, cocktails and sunsets), This Must Be The Place oozes rustic charm and tasteful modern touches with a sprinkling of Rock ‘n Roll – it’s as magical as it sounds. It perches on the edge of a valley overlooking the rolling Catalan hills and the barn itself is just asking to be filled with love, laughter and good times!

The Farmhouse at Redcoats

If you’re looking for a barn wedding venue that’s warm, cosy and traditional, you’re going to love The Farmhouse at Redcoats. Set in the rolling Hertfordshire countryside, this collection of 18th Century barns have been fully restored to their former glory, with space for 140 of your friends and family. With a focus on farm-to-fork food and friendly service, this family-owned 2AA rosette restaurant and 4AA star hotel is brimming with historic features and quirky details.

Stone Barn

Get ready for the romance! Stone Barn is a dreamy Cotswold stone barn in the countryside, with not another building in sight! It’s cosy yet luxurious, with flag stone floors, open fireplaces and the prettiest gardens – all of which course will be exclusively yours to enjoy! As a family-run business, you’re guaranteed a relaxed atmosphere, incredible food and brilliant service.

Grange Barn

Relaxed, rustic and exclusively yours, Grange Barn in Cheshire has everything you need for an unforgettable celebration with your friends and family. This is one cool barn wedding venue – you’ll find a wooden bar with quirky hanging lighting, huge windows that let plenty of light in, four scrummy caterers to choose from and a brilliant team who are on hand to make sure your big day is epic.

The Barn at Botley Hill

If we could sum up this barn wedding venue in just one word, we’d have to say DREAMY. Found just outside of London in the Surrey countryside, The Barn at Botley Hill is the perfect fusion of rustic luxury. This spectacular space features floor to ceiling windows, Soho Farmhouse inspired interiors and an expert wedding team to boot. It’s cool, contemporary and everything you could want for your wedding day!

Barns & Yard

We just had to include Barns & Yard. A collection of ancient barns, an idyllic lake and a whole lot of history make up this charming barn wedding venue in Worcestershire. The venue has been recently restored so that it’s utterly luxurious and comfortable for you to celebrate with your favourite people. Available to hire for three-days on an exclusive basis, the team want you to feel right at home here!

The Cherry Barn

Say hello to The Cherry Barn. This unique barn wedding venue in East Sussex is set on a 400-acre working farm. With full-height glass doors and windows that overlook the orchard (swoon), this really is a blank canvas setting that is just asking to be filled with creativity and personality. It has space for up to 150 guests and can be hired exclusively for up to 48 hours. Oh, and just wait until you see that gorgeous gazebo, ready for an outdoor ceremony…

The Barn at Avington

A stylish barn wedding venue in Hampshire, The Barn at Avington is quirky and cool while holding onto those cosy rustic touches. They’ve got a secret luxury glamping side known as, ‘The Glade’, while their industrial barn is light and spacious. Plus, you get the whole venue for an entire week! Who’s ready to celebrate here?

Millbridge Court

Contemporary cool meets countryside elegance at Millbridge Court in Surrey. Its idyllic surroundings are complemented with traditional architecture, a stunning oak beamed dining room and a beautiful bridal suite known as, ‘The Loft’. You can expect an impeccable service and a truly stunning wedding venue here – what more could you want for your special day?

Eden Wedding Barn

Cue ALL the heart eyes! Eden Wedding Barn is an intimate and exclusive barn wedding venue in Cumbria. It has an undeniable charm about the place and is set within 100 acres of outstanding natural beauty, but it doesn’t end there. Their traditional 200-year-old Westmorland stone barn is the definition of rustic elegance, with a canopy of festoon lights, oak barn doors and beams that look gorgeous adorned with blooms. We are crushing big time!

Preston Court

There’s nothing quite like Preston Court, a unique wedding venue in Kent, with a Georgian country house, the dreamiest barnyard and a fully functioning Victorian carousel – yes, you did read that correctly! It’s fun, eclectic and full of personality – and the team can’t wait to welcome you through its doors.

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