Milling Barn at Bluntswood Hall Wedding Venue
A romantic 17th-century barn wedding venue in the Hertfordshire countryside
Exclusive Use Barn Wedding Venue
Licensed for Civil Wedding Ceremonies
Multiple Indoor Barn spaces for ceremonies and receptions
In-house Catering with chef-prepared menus
Fully Licensed Bars across the venue
On-site Accommodation and Private Dressing Room
Business details last verified on 24th of December 2025 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £9,367
Price Range: £5,350 - £13,385
Capacity
Ceremony: 144
Standing: 250
Seated Meal: 144
Accommodation
Sleeps: 16
About Milling Barn at Bluntswood Hall
Milling Barn is an exclusive-use barn wedding venue set in the Hertfordshire countryside near Throcking. Dating back to the 17th century, the venue features original oak beams, high ceilings and characterful barn spaces. Licensed for civil ceremonies, Milling Barn allows couples to host their ceremony and reception in one location, with indoor and outdoor areas for celebrations and photography.
Milling Barn is a historic barn wedding venue offering couples exclusive use of the entire site for their wedding day. Surrounded by open countryside, the venue combines rustic charm with a refined, relaxed atmosphere, making it suitable for weddings throughout the year.
The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies and offers a choice of beautiful indoor spaces. The Oak Barn provides an intimate setting for ceremonies, while the larger Milling Barn is ideal for wedding breakfasts and evening celebrations. The Dairy Barn offers an additional space for drinks receptions, mingling or relaxed seating, creating a natural flow between each part of the day.
Milling Barn can accommodate up to 144 guests for daytime ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, with capacity for up to 250 evening guests. Outdoor areas, including a patio and countryside views, provide opportunities for drinks receptions and wedding photography.
All catering is prepared on site by the venue’s in-house chefs, with menus designed to suit a variety of styles, seasons and dietary requirements. Each barn is equipped with a fully licensed bar, and couples are able to personalise the venue with their chosen décor.
A private dressing room is available for wedding preparations, and on-site accommodation allows selected guests to stay overnight. The venue team offers planning support from the initial viewing through to the wedding day itself. Located near Throcking, Milling Barn is easily accessible from Hertfordshire and surrounding counties, with on-site parking available for guests.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Outdoor / Garden
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Dog friendly
Bridal Dressing Room
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Vegan
Buffet
No Corkage
Special Guides for Brides Offers
FREE Evening Food (Wood Fired Pizzas) for Additional Guests
Instructions
Up to 70 guests are £18 per person Next 50 guests are FREE (£900 Saving) Over 120 guests are £9 per person (50% Discount)
Terms and conditions
This offer is only valid for pizzas from the evening food menus, and not drinks packages. Offer not available to previously confirmed bookings, transfers of date, or used in conjunction with any other offer.
SAVE £150 on your Entertainment Extras
Instructions
Book our DJ & Entertainment Package 2 and receive £150 OFF any Entertainment Extras.
Terms and conditions
Offer valid only for Package 2. Limited-time offer. Subject to availability.
Contact & Location
Milling Barn at Bluntswood Hall
Milling Barn, Bluntswood Hall, Throcking, SG9 9RN, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
This is an exclusive use events venue. We will conduct viewings on the morning of your wedding up to an hour before the ceremony.
The venue is licensed to hold ceremonies and has a capacity of 144.
Wedding ceremonies at Milling Barn are held indoors. The Oak Barn provides a warm and atmospheric ceremony setting with exposed beams and original character, offering a beautiful alternative to an outdoor ceremony while ensuring comfort and reliability in all seasons.
Milling Barn does not charge corkage, as external food and drink are not permitted. All catering and beverages are provided by the venue’s in-house chefs, with a range of drinks packages available to suit different wedding styles.
Milling Barn does not allow external caterers. All food is prepared on site by the venue’s in-house catering team, offering a selection of menus and catering options for weddings.
Venue hire at Milling Barn begins at 9:00am, from which time couples and their suppliers can access the venue to decorate. Exact arrangements can be confirmed with the venue team during planning.
The music goes off and bar closes at midnight, with guests and suppliers being asked to finish their drinks and leave the building and off-site by 12.30 am.
Milling Barn operates a sound limiter set to 95dBA for all live music and DJ entertainment.
Milling Barn does not allow fireworks.
We only permit dried natural flower petals or lavender confetti, and only used outside.
We do not permit real flames inside the venue, but you are welcome to use LED tea lights or LED candles.
Yes. Milling Barn offers a dedicated honeymoon suite for the couple to use on their wedding night as a part of the venue accommodation. The accommodation will be charged separately from the venue hire.
Yes. We have 8 en-suite bedrooms including the Honeymoon suite, sleeping up to 16 guests.
Yes, there are plenty of hotels nearby. Check our page for hotel recommendations.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Milling Barn takes a considered approach to sustainability by focusing on long-term use, reuse and local sourcing. In-house catering helps reduce unnecessary transport and packaging, while seasonal menu planning supports responsible food practices. Many décor items and styling elements are reused across events, minimising waste. The gardens and grounds are maintained year-round, allowing couples to celebrate in a natural setting without temporary structures or single-use materials.
Customer Reviews
2 reviews
Lizzy Simons
Louisa Maher
From The Team
Rowan
General Manager
Thank you for considering Milling Barn for your wedding day. It’s always a pleasure to welcome couples to our beautiful barns and help them imagine their celebration here. From your first visit to the big day itself, our team is here to make the experience feel relaxed, personal and well looked after. We take great pride in offering exclusive use, delicious in-house food and a setting that feels both characterful and welcoming. I hope we have the chance to welcome you to Milling Barn soon.
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