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Barn wedding venues across the UK include converted farm barns, countryside estates and contemporary wedding barns designed for larger celebrations. Whether you are planning a relaxed rural wedding or a more modern barn wedding, there are venues to suit different wedding styles, guest numbers and budgets.

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Holiday Inn Ashford Central

A centrally located hotel wedding venue in Ashford, Kent, offering licensed ceremony spaces, catering and accommodation for weddings.

Kent, Ashford

£POA

50-120 guests

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Hunters Hall

Beautiful, exclusive use, dedicated barn wedding venue the heart of Norfolk

Norfolk, Dereham

from £4,000

350 guests

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The Reid Rooms

Exclusive-use wedding site The Reid Rooms, Essex, with Grade II farmhouse accommodation for up to 20 guests.

Essex, Dunmow

from £4,500

2-200 guests

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Swarling Manor

An exclusive-use manor house wedding venue in Canterbury, Kent, offering licensed ceremonies, extensive grounds and flexible wedding options.

Kent, Canterbury

£POA

250 guests

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The Tithe Barn, Petersfield - Hampshire

Hampshire's Tithe Barn: Rustic charm for unforgettable weddings.

Hampshire, Petersfield

£POA

250 guests

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The Grand Marquee Brentwood

Wedding venue at The Halfway House Brentwood, with a 400-guest Grande Marquees and flexible celebration spaces.

Essex, Brentwood

from £3,500

150-400 guests

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Deighton Lodge Wedding Venue

Celebrate your special day in the enchanting surroundings of Deighton Lodge, a stunning North Yorkshire wedding venue.

North Yorkshire, York

££ - £££

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Eggbeer Farm Barn Wedding Venue

Tie the knot in rustic splendour at Higher Eggbeer Farm, a stunning Devon haven with charming barns, idyllic gardens and panoramic countryside views.

Devon, Exeter

from £6,000

200 guests

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Slapton Manor Wedding Venue

A family run venue offering romantic countryside weddings with a relaxed, personal and rustic touch.

Northamptonshire, Towcester

from £4,200

80-200 guests

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Donington Park Hotel Wedding Venue

Discover Donington Park Farmhouse Hotel, an enchanting barn wedding venue in Derbyshire, where your dream day will unfold in exquisite surroundings.

Derbyshire, Derby

£POA

200 guests

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Bellows Mill

Wedding Ceremony Venue in Dunstable

Bedfordshire, Dunstable

£POA

250 guests

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Kingston Country Courtyard Wedding Venue, Dorset.

Celebrate your special day in the idyllic setting of Kingston Country Courtyard, a charming wedding venue in the heart of Dorset.

Dorset

£POA

60-175 guests

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Barsham Barns

Planning your Norfolk wedding? Discover Barsham Barns' unique charm.

Norfolk

£POA

50 guests

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Minster Mill

Cotswold hotel and wedding venue Old Swan & Minster Mill in Minster Lovell, offering licensed riverside ceremonies and large evening receptions.

Oxfordshire, Witney

from £3,000

20-110 guests

Bury Manor Barn Wedding Venue

Escape to the idyllic countryside oasis of Bury Manor Barn for an unforgettable wedding celebration amidst rolling hills and picturesque gardens.

West Sussex, Pulborough

from £3,115

40-200 guests

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Stables Hospitality at Hestercombe House

Experience the romance and charm of Hestercombe Gardens, the picture-perfect setting for your unforgettable wedding day

Bristol and Somerset, Taunton

£POA

200 guests

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Lainston House Wedding Venue

Discover Lainston House, Hampshire's enchanting wedding venue where your dream day unfolds in timeless grandeur.

Hampshire, Winchester

from £8,660

200 guests

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The Saddle Club Wedding Venue

Plan your dream wedding at The Saddle Club, a picturesque Merseyside venue for an unforgettable celebration amidst horses and greenery.

Merseyside, Wirral

£POA

60-175 guests

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Bawburgh Golf Club

Welcome to Glen Lodge - a beautiful venue situated in the Norfolk countryside, offering the perfect blend of both modern style and charming character.

Norfolk

from £8,500

40-120 guests

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Maidens Barn

Barn wedding venue Maidens Barn in Essex offering indoor oak barn ceremonies and outdoor arbour space.

Essex, Chelmsford

£££ - ££££

50-200 guests

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Westmill Farm

Hertfordshire couples: discover Three Lakes at Westmill Farm, a picture-perfect wedding venue.

Hertfordshire, Ware

£POA

200 guests

Tower Hill Barns - Luxury Barn Wedding Venue on the North Wales borders
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Tower Hill Barns

Step into Tower Hill Barns — the idyllic Wrexham wedding venue where rustic charm and modern elegance come together in the most unforgettable way.

Wrexham

from £10,000

60-200 guests

Rivervale Barn Venues in Hampshire
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Rivervale Barn Wedding Venue

A charming countryside wedding venue nestled amidst Hampshire's rolling hills.

Hampshire, Yateley

£POA

15-150 guests

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Gaynes Park

Gaynes Park wedding venue in Essex offering Mill Barn receptions and Orangery ceremonies on a private estate.

Essex, Epping

£POA

50-150 guests

Bury Court Barn Venues in Surrey
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Bury Court Barn

Surrey's Bury Court Barn: enchanting ceremonies and unforgettable receptions.

Surrey, Farnham

from £4,000

50-200 guests

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Upwaltham Barns Wedding Venue

A collection of lovingly restored long barnsm available exclusively for your wedding day

West Sussex, Chichester

£POA

50-150 guests

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Allington Castle

An exclusive-use castle wedding venue in Maidstone, Kent, offering civil ceremonies in the castle and barn receptions within private grounds.

Kent, Maidstone

from £1,500

2-150 guests

What is a barn wedding venue?

A barn wedding venue is a converted agricultural building used for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Across the UK, many traditional farm barns have been restored as wedding venues, retaining original features such as exposed timber beams, high ceilings and brick or stone walls while adding modern facilities for events.

Barn wedding venues are usually located in rural or countryside settings and often form part of farms, estates or dedicated wedding venues.

Wedding packages and dry hire options

Barn wedding venues typically offer either structured wedding packages or dry hire options. Venues with packages usually include catering, furniture, bar services and coordination provided by the venue team.

Dry hire barn venues provide the venue space only, allowing couples to organise their own catering, styling and suppliers. This flexibility allows couples to personalise their wedding day with their own suppliers and styling choices.

What size weddings do barn venues accommodate?

Barn wedding venues range from small barns for intimate weddings to large open-plan barns that can host several hundred guests. Many venues can hold the ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception in the same building, making them suitable for weddings of different sizes.

You can also browse other wedding venues across the UK on Guides for Brides, including country houses, hotels and castles.

FAQs About Barn Wedding Venues

Barn wedding venues are popular for their countryside settings, spacious layouts and rural surroundings. Many are located on farms or private estates, with views across fields, woodland and open countryside, making them particularly popular for couples looking for a rural wedding setting.

Costs vary depending on location, guest numbers and whether the venue is offered on a dry hire or package basis. Smaller midweek barn weddings can start from around £3,000–£5,000 for venue hire, while larger exclusive-use barn wedding venues with accommodation often exceed £10,000, particularly during peak summer weekends.

Dry hire barn wedding venues usually provide the venue space and core facilities, allowing couples to arrange their own catering, styling and suppliers. All-inclusive barn wedding venues typically include catering, furniture, staffing and bar services within the wedding package.

Exclusive-use hire is common at barn wedding venues, giving couples private access to the venue and grounds throughout the wedding day. This is particularly popular at rural venues where the ceremony, reception and accommodation are all located onsite.

Yes, many barn wedding venues are licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing couples to hold both their ceremony and reception in one location. Ceremony spaces can include the main barn, separate indoor rooms, gardens and outdoor structures.

Yes, some barn wedding venues offer onsite accommodation including converted cottages, farmhouses, lodges, shepherd’s huts and glamping accommodation. Venues with accommodation are particularly popular for weddings that continue into the following day.

Layout is one of the biggest differences between barn wedding venues. Some use one large open-plan barn throughout the day, while others have separate spaces for the ceremony, drinks reception and evening reception. Couples also often compare accommodation, outdoor space, parking and wet weather options before booking.

Most modern barn wedding venues are designed for year-round weddings, with heating, enclosed reception spaces and indoor ceremony options. Features such as timber interiors, fireplaces and indoor bars make many barn venues popular for autumn and winter weddings.