The Post Barn
Light, bright and perfect for couples looking for a venue that challenges tradition, The Post Barn blends modern style with countryside charm.
New Barn Wedding Venue
Stunning Countryside Setting
Licensed for Indoor and Outdoor Ceremonies
Onsite Wedding Planners
Up to 150 day and 220 evening guests
Situated in the Donnington & Co. grounds
Business details last verified on 18th of March 2026 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £12,500
Price Range: £8,000 - £25,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 150
Standing: 220
Seated Meal: 150
Accommodation
Sleeps: 226
About The Post Barn
Licensed for ceremonies inside and out, The Post Barn hosts weddings, receptions and religious fire ceremonies for up to 150 guests. Say 'I do' under our stunning vaulted ceiling in the barn or outside on the Upper or Lower Lawn. Celebrate with up to 150 daytime guest and up to 220 guests for an evening reception. Coming soon for 2027 is our new woodland ceremony space - enquire for details.
The Post Barn is fully licensed for civil ceremonies and offers flexible spaces to suit your guest list:
- Ceremony: Up to 150 guests
- Sit-down Wedding Breakfast: Between 20 and 150 guests
- Evening Reception: Up to 220 guests
- On-site Dressing Room
- Bar, mezzanine and main barn with floor-to-ceiling Crittal windows & doors
- Upper and Lower Lawns, rose-arch walkway, patio and outdoor kitchen
- Located in the grounds of Donnington & Co. Hotel with 111 bedrooms, spa, health club, restaurant and golf course
Packages & Pricing
Our barn and grounds are available for exclusive Venue Hire with food and drinks packages staring from £8,995. You can find our full pricing breakdown on our website. We also have a selection of limited-time packages available at The Post Barn. From Twilight Weddings to our All-Inclusive Vibe, our packages start from £5,995.
Dining
From wedding banquets and feasting platters to canapes, fine dining and late-night snacks, our hand crafted menus suit every style. Don't see exactly what you want? We love creating bespoke, seasonal dishes using locally sourced produce. The OutPost, our outdoor kitchen, is perfect for evening grazing with a rotisserie, pizza oven and BBQ in the summer.
Weekend-long celebrations
Set within the grounds of Donnington & Co. estate, The Post barn sits just across the golf course from the hotel. With 111 bedrooms, tranquil spa, and an 18-hole golf course, it's the perfect place to extend your wedding celebrations. Whether you're planning a rehearsal dinner, a day after brun
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Receptions Only
Outdoor Ceremonies
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Venue Type
Barn
Golf Club & Sporting Venues
Exclusive use
Dry Hire Available
Outdoor / Garden
Additional Facilities
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Swimming pool
Spa facilities
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Outdoor ceremonies
Wedding packages
Fireworks permitted
Bespoke weddings
Bridal Dressing Room
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Contact & Location
The Post Barn
The Post, Snelsmore Common, RG14 3AL, Berkshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, absolutely!
Yes - inside and outside!
Yes, we are able to marry outside under our ornate archway or in the pavilion overlooking the lawn.
1am - dancing all round
No, we provide inhouse caterers. However if there isn't anything to suit your fancy, just ask!
Yes - we want your day to go off with the best fireworks possible!
Petals only!
Yes, on the tables where they are safe.
Yes - we have a choice!
We link to the Golf Club, which in advance has accommodation available.
Our Sister Property the Vineyard at Stockcross will also be able to help with accommodation. Plus other hotels nearby.
Why Couples Recommend The Post Barn
Couples who married at The Post Barn consistently praise the venue for delivering a perfect and dream-like wedding day. The staff are universally described as an incredible, supportive, and highly organised team who go above and beyond to ensure every detail is flawless. From the initial planning stages, where communication is prompt and the process is made calm and exciting, to the seamless execution on the day itself, the team is commended for making couples feel completely looked after. The food is a significant highlight, frequently described as sensational, beautifully presented, and full of flavour, with guests continuing to rave about it long after the event; the venue also accommodates all catering needs. The venue itself is lauded for its stunning modern rustic barn aesthetic, featuring large windows that fill the space with light and beautiful grounds ideal for photographs. Overall, couples felt their vision was perfectly brought to life, resulting in a seamless, stress-free, and unforgettable celebration.
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