24 of the most beautiful barn wedding venues in the UK

The sun is shining, there’s nothing but luscious green fields for miles around, and birds are singing in the background as a perfect soundtrack to the day. Idyllic, right? Now imagine that as the backdrop to your special day, and you’ve got yourself a barn wedding in the UK.

If you’ve always dreamt of a rustic wedding day, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life to say ‘I do’ in tranquil surroundings, then a beautiful barn wedding venue could be for you. Whether you still want something super chic that comes with all the frills, or a place that’s a little more rustic and stilettos can be left at home, you’re sure to find a style to suit you amongst this list.

We understand that it can feel a little overwhelming when looking for your venue, and even after deciding to settle on a barn, there’s still a plethora of options to choose from. Whether it’s location, size, or budget that takes priority for you, we’ve whittled down the best barn venues from across the country so that you don’t have to. You’ll find barns with a more industrial edge, traditional stone options, or ones with exposed beams and sprawling countryside views. One thing that they do all have in common though, is a more informal approach to the big day, regardless of whether you’ve gone down the contemporary route or something more rustic.

Take a look through our list to explore the best barn wedding venues the UK has to offer, from North Yorkshire wedding barns to venues all the way down south, and everywhere in between. Each comes with its own package on offer too, so you can do as much or as little planning as you’d like, to make your wedding day as truly special as you deserve. And if you're still not sure which one is right for you, then why not explore some of the UK's wedding fairs and open days to help you make your decision?

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Stock Farm Wedding and Events Barn, Cheshire

What: Nestled within the beautiful Cheshire countryside sits the whimsical 18th-century farmhouse, Stock Farm Wedding and Events Barn. At Stock Farm, you can discover spectacular backdrops at every turn with surrounding meadows, woodlands, and golden fields perfect for adventure lovers. Accommodating up to 280 guests for a reception, with additional access to the stables barn, spacious garden, and courtyard, Stock Farm is an ideal venue for both grand and small-scale celebrations. After the ceremony, unwind in front of their open fire and recollect the most wholesome moments of your wedding day.
Capacity: Up to 280 (seated)
Where: Ashley Road, Ashley, Altrincham, WA14 3QF
Find out more: Stock Farm Wedding and Events Barn

Burningfold Manor, Surrey

What: The barn at Burningfold Manor is a characterful timber-framed space set within a 300-acre estate on the Surrey-Sussex border. Its high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and neutral palette create a warm, rustic atmosphere that suits both laid-back and elegant celebrations. French doors open onto a private courtyard, ideal for drinks and mingling in warmer months. The barn pairs well with the nearby Stable Bar, offering a relaxed flow between spaces. Though surrounded by countryside, the venue is easily reached from London and offers on-site accommodation in the manor itself and the coach house.
Capacity: Up to 180 (seated)
Where: Plaistow Road, Godalming, GU8 4PF
Find out more: Burningfold Manor

Aldwick Estate, Bristol

What: Just 20 minutes from Bristol, Aldwick Estate combines countryside tranquillity with city convenience. There are two barn wedding venues here. The New Barn blends rustic charm with modern elegance, set amid a working vineyard in North Somerset. Its exposed timber beams, brick-walled bar and panoramic windows create a light-filled space overlooking the Mendip Hills. Alternatively, couples can exchange vows in the adjacent Old Barn or outdoors among the vines, then celebrate with estate-grown wines and bespoke menus. The venue offers exclusive use, and on-site accommodation in the luxurious vineyard lodge just helps to seal the deal with this venue.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: Aldwick Estate, Redhill, BS40 5AL
Find out more: Aldwick Estate

Briar House Barns, East Sussex

What: Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the rolling Sussex Hills, Briar House Barns is a secluded wedding venue that started off life as a pig farm. As the name might suggest, there are several barn options here, catering for a range of celebrations. The Stone Barn is ideal for smaller-scale ceremonies, offering an intimate backdrop for couples looking to keep things more low-key. Elsewhere, The Great Barn is a striking spot for larger events, with space for up to 1,000 guests, so there’s no need to keep the guest list short. Head out onto the adjoining terrace for an al fresco cocktail hour, then dance all night long with ample space for a live band or DJ.
Capacity: Up to 250 (seated), extendable to 1000.
Where: Dewlands Hill, Crowborough, TN6 3RU
Find out more: Briar House Barns

East Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire

What: Airedale Barn at East Riddlesden Hall is a characterful 17th-century venue in West Yorkshire, combining rustic charm with modern amenities. Set within National Trust gardens, the barn features original stone walls, oak beams, underfloor heating, and a canopy of fairy lights. It accommodates up to 160 seated guests for ceremonies and wedding breakfasts, or 250 standing for evening receptions. Couples can also opt for outdoor ceremonies in the formal gardens, with the barn available as a wet-weather alternative. Exclusive use is offered on Thursdays and Fridays, with a dedicated wedding coordinator included.
Capacity: Up to 160 (seated), 250 for your reception
Where: Bradford Road, Riddlesden, Keighley, BD20 5EL
Find out more: East Riddlesden Hall

Crumplebury, Worcestershire

What: A contemporary wedding barn venue on the Herefordshire-Worcestershire border with 1,500 acres to its name, Crumplebury offers exclusive use of a brilliantly versatile barn wedding venue. The Great Barn stands as one of the best contemporary wedding barns in the country, offering a flexible space with unmatched views of the countryside. Catering is handled in-house, and you’ll find luxurious accommodation on site, as well as several locations for cocktail receptions and photography, ensuring a memorable experience for couples and guests alike.
Capacity: Up to 180 (seated)
Where: Whitbourne, WR6 5SG
Find out more: Crumplebury

Lower House Farm, Herefordshire

What: Surrounded by 70 acres of meadows, woodlands, and streams, this 17th-century oak-framed barn offers a charming setting for your celebration. Thinks classic barn features like vaulted ceilings, flagstone floors, and oak timber beams, that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. For outdoor ceremonies, couples can exchange vows beneath a 600-year-old oak tree by Olchon Brook or in the covered yard if the weather refuses to cooperate. The farm is committed to sustainability, serving up feasting-style wedding breakfasts with locally sourced produce.
Capacity: Up to 110 (seated), 150 for your reception
Where: Longtown, HR2 0NT
Find out more: Lower House Farm

Runa Farm, County Durham

What: If you’re looking for a barn wedding venue in the northeast with boho charm and a luxury feel, Runa Farm is a standout choice. For your ceremony, there’s the Runa Farm Chapel, an ethereal space with a tented ceiling, polished stone walls, and shimmering lanterns. The Old Barn is the heart of the celebration, where dining, drinks, and lively fun come together. This stunning timber and exposed stone building is full of character, with two private terraces on either side that evoke a Mediterranean vibe. Runa Farm provides in-house catering, with menus inspired by local produce, and offers luxury accommodation options for guests.
Capacity: Up to 118 (seated)
Where: Darlington Road, Barnard Castle, DL12 8TA
Find out more: Runa Farm

The Bottle & Glass Inn, Oxfordshire

What: Both timeless and modern, The Bottle & Glass Inn wedding barn lies at the heart of this beautiful Oxfordshire venue. The inn itself is idyllic enough, featuring a quaint thatched roof and a welcoming atmosphere, but it's the restored Dutch barn that draws the attention. A spacious wedding venue, it makes an ideal black canvas wedding venue, whether you're planning for a bohemian aesthetic, looking to incorporate modern accents, or hoping to represent a rustic countryside feel. The food is just as exceptional, prepared by an award-winning team focused on fresh local ingredients.
Capacity: Up to 150
Where: Bones Lane, Binfield Heath, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4JT
Find out more: The Bottle & Glass Inn

Tudor Barn Eltham, London

What: If you’re looking for a barn wedding venue near London, Tudor Barn Eltham is one of the best of the bunch. Not only does it offer brilliant transport networks, it comes with mountains of countryside charm and a huge capacity, able to host up to 300 guests. As you may have guessed, this barn wedding venue has a long history. Dating back to 1525, it’s surrounded by a medieval moat and acres of parkland and also offers a stunning Tudor gallery complete with authentic wooden beams. Wedding photo opportunities are covered too, with two large outdoor spaces doubling up as brilliant reception areas.
Capacity: Up to 180 (seated)
Where: Well Hall Pleasaunce, Greenwich, SE9 6SZ
Find out more: Tudor Barn Eltham

Bowerchalke Barn, Wiltshire

What: Dating as far back as 1690, Bowerchalke Barn is a brilliant rustic barn venue in Wiltshire blessed with all the contemporary features a modern couple could wish for. It’s beautifully preserved, featuring locally sourced elm wood, an exposed timber frame, and a thatched roof. Inside, it’s a spacious venue, hosting up to 130 guests with large double doors that can be opened to reveal stunning views of the surrounding 1200 acres of farmland. You’ll also have the opportunity to say ‘I do’ surrounded by lush greenery, and even have your guests seated on hay bales for an extra touch of rustic charm.
Capacity: Up to 130 (seated)
Where: Knowle Farm, Salisbury, SP5 5BP
Find out more: Bowerchalke Barn

Crondon Park, Essex

What: Run by a family business that’s been hosting weddings for more than 25 years, Crondon Park was previously voted as the best countryside wedding venue in the UK. It’s not hard to see why, as well as offering a brilliant example of authentic Tudor aesthetics (think rosewood floors and light oak timber beams), Crondon Park comes with several outdoor areas that feel made for wedding photography, whether in the garden or the courtyard by the fountain. Whatever you have in mind, the team here is prepped to cater to all needs and requirements.
Capacity: Up to 220 (seated)
Where: Stock, Chelmsford, CM4 9DP
Find out more: Crondon Park

Redhouse Barn, Worcestershire

What: Set against five acres of sprawling gardens, Redhouse Barn brings several fully-licensed spaces for your ceremony. The Redbrick Barn brings 200 years of history, and can accommodate up to 105 guests, whilst the Timbered Barn is charmingly rustic, and perfect for larger ceremonies of up to 160. Take your ceremony to the gardens for a striking drinks reception, set against the perfectly manicured grounds complete with a 40-foot Koi pond - just imagine the photos.
Capacity: Up to 165 (seated)
Where: Shaw Lane, Bromsgrove, B60 4BG
Find out more: Redhouse Barn

Bury Court Barn, Surrey

What: Dating back to the 17th century, Bury Court Barn was a thriving hop village and became a lush plant farm in the 1990s, before transforming into the beautiful wedding venue it is today. The original threshing barn has been renovated and restored into a stunning event venue that is simply perfect for wedding celebrations. As you would expect from this former plant farm, the gardens are meticulously cared for and offer the perfect natural setting for wedding photographs. The barn itself has high ceilings, oak beams and exposed stone walls that add to the rustic style of this setting.
Capacity: Up to 160 (seated)
Where: Bentley,Farnham, GU10 5LZ
Find out more: Bury Court Barn

Childerley Long Barn, Cambridge

What: Situated within acres of romantic gardens and magnificent lawns, and positioned on the outskirts of Cambridge, is Childerley Long Barn. It boasts historical ties, having been the site of the detainment of King Charles and its large association with the Jenkins family, and provides a beautifully rustic backdrop. With a 19th-century timber-framed barn, your guests are destined to be in awe upon arrival. It accommodates up to 180 guests, but you'll also have the chance to say ‘I do’ outside in its stunning garden landscape. The best part? Exclusive use is assured.
Capacity: Up to 180 (seated)
Where: 4a Mill Yard, Childerley Estates, Dry Drayton, CB23 8BA
Find out more: Childerley Long Barn

The Old Kent Barn, Kent

What: Here, couples can choose from ceremonies in the ‘new’ barn or outdoors by the bandstand with a rose and wisteria-covered aisle, giving an option for every season. The barn is traditional and rustic with its oak frame, but is brought to life through the warm glow of twinkling fairy lights that are wrapped around the room. Meanwhile, the ‘old’ barn, which was built 225 years ago, is kept for accommodation and is set within a well-polished landscape. When it’s time to get a photo ready, the 2.5-acre gardens make the perfect backdrop with romantic roses, sweeping curved hedges and a lake garden with a lit fountain.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: Smersole Farm, Swingfield, CT15 7HF
Find out more: The Old Kent Barn

Apton Hall, Essex

What: A rustic grade II listed farmhouse, Apton Hall has been entirely refurbished specifically to host weddings. There are multiple areas here, so you can host a reception in the courtyard, have a ceremony in the garden under the gazebo, and celebrate in the barn. The New Barn also makes a brilliant area to enjoy your wedding feast in a light and airy space with folding doors that open directly onto the courtyard. After your party can proceed to the renovated cowshed, which has been renovated as a blank canvas venue so you can decorate it as you wish.
Capacity: Up to 200 (seated)
Where: Apton Hall Road, Rochford, SS4 3RH
Find out more: Apton Hall

Winters Barns, Kent

What: For an impressive wedding venue in the country, Kent is the destination that will leave you spoilt for choice. If you are looking to say ‘I do’ at a barn wedding venue in the Garden of England, then Winters Barns offers the perfect setting for your wedding day. Located in Canterbury, Winters Barns is a beautiful collection of barns that would be a picture-perfect backdrop for your celebration. Vaulted ceilings and wooden beams create the romantic ambience you would want from a barn venue, and the historic buildings are full of Kentish character.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: Nackington Road, Canterbury, CT4 7AY
Find out more: Winters Barns

Middle Coombe Farm Farmhouse and Cider Barn, Devon

What: An unforgettable countryside wedding venue, hidden away in a sheltered valley, free from light and noise pollution, sits this Grade ll-listed farmhouse. Middle Coombe is a 16th-century rustic estate, set amid woodland providing sensational views across the Devon countryside. Unlock the doors to your festival-themed do for the ultimate wedding experience and celebrate your day surrounded by the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Couples will have a broad selection of wedding packages to choose from and an array of interesting features.
Capacity: Up to 100 (seated)
Where: Uplowman, Tiverton, EX16 7QQ
Find out more: Middle Coombe Farm Farmhouse and Cider Barn

Cripps Barn, Gloucestershire

What: If you are searching for the dream countryside wedding venue, then it doesn’t get much better than an 18th-century stone barn in the Cotswolds. Cripps Barn beautifully combines a rustic country vibe with the polished finishing touches you would expect from a modern venue. Cotswold stone is juxtaposed with vast glass windows which allow plenty of natural light to flood in during the day, before glowing fires and fairy lights make for a magical evening setting. The venue can accommodate up to 150 guests for the ceremony and reception, with an evening capacity of 200. If you wish to host your ceremony on-site, then you have the choice of saying ‘I do’ in the main barn or outside within the venue’s woodland glade.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: Fosscross Lane, Bibury, GL7 5BA
Find out more: Cripps Barn

Trevenna Barns, Cornwall

What: You’ll be hard pushed to find somewhere more picturesque than Trevenna Barns, with the rolling hills of the Cornish countryside, flowers at every turn, and a choice of ceremony locations with a view of it all. Whether you’d like to say your vows within a chic barn with natural stone walls, or under a handmade wood and slate Arbour, both boast breathtaking vistas. The venue can be hired out exclusively, including accommodation across six barns and a farmhouse for up to 40 guests, two private bars, and a catering crew to design your menus. Don’t worry, you can add additional day guests to increase the number to 120 people.
Capacity: Up to 120 (seated)
Where: Trevenna Farm, St Neot, Liskeard, PL14 6NR
Find out more: Trevenna Farm

The Tythe Barn, Oxfordshire

What: A 14th-century barn packed full of character, The Tythe Barn in Oxfordshire offers a beautiful countryside setting for your rustic wedding day. The venue is family-run and located at the heart of their farm. The Tythe Barn and adjoining Cow Shed can accommodate seated receptions for between 40 and 150 guests, and the venue’s highly skilled caterers will work with you to create the perfect menu for the day. One of the extra special parts of The Tythe Barn is ‘The Nook’, a dressing room for the bride with its own en-suite, mini kitchen and large ornate mirrors and chandeliers, meaning you can have some incredible ‘getting ready’ pics.
Capacity: Up to 150 (seated)
Where: Manor Farm, Launton, OX26 5DP
Find out more: The Tythe Barn

Clock Barn, Hampshire

What: This quaint Hampshire wedding venue is found in the village of Whitchurch and is the perfect romantic retreat for your special day. On arrival, your guests will be greeted by the iconic thatched roof clock that the barn is named after; this is just one of the charming characteristics this barn wedding venue has to offer. Expect traditional elements such as high ceilings and chunky wooden beams, just waiting to be adorned with fairy lights to light up your wedding ceremony. Immaculate gardens and sprawling meadows surround the venue and make it an ideal setting for a rustic celebration.
Capacity: Up to 160 (seated)
Where: Tufton Warren, Whitchurch, RG28 7RB
Find out more: Clock Barn

Cooling Castle Barn, Kent

What: Set within the tranquil Kent countryside, Cooling Castle Barn is a gorgeous venue choice for couples who want the look and feel of a rustic barn but with all the finishing touches of a modern venue. On arrival at Cooling Castle Barn, the impressive castle-inspired building is the first thing you will see but on exploring the location you will discover the heritage barn - an ideal location for your guests to gather and mingle before the ceremony, couples then have the choice of holding their ceremony in the beautiful gardens under the wedding pavilion or in the Fathom Barn.
Capacity: Up to 160 (seated)
Where: Cooling, Rochester, ME3 8DT
Find out more: Cooling Castle Barn

Barn wedding venue FAQs

If you are considering a barn wedding celebration but not quite sure where to start, then our frequently asked questions are here to help to plan your special day with ease. 

I’m planning a rustic wedding. Will a barn wedding venue suit my style?

Absolutely! The wonderful thing about getting married in a barn is that they are often blank canvas style wedding venues so you can really put your own stamp on them with festoon lighting, hay bales, hurricane lanterns and anything else that you love.

How much does a barn wedding venue cost?

Hiring a barn for your wedding varies in cost. Some dry hire barns - where you simply hire the barn and do everything else yourself - can start at as little as £500 to hire the space for the day. More professional style barns with sound systems, lighting and staff on-hand will run into the thousands.

What colours are good for a rustic wedding?

With the right details, you can make almost any colour scheme have a rustic feel, but traditionally think of the colours you would find in nature, so deep greens, burnt oranges and neutral tones would all work well. 

How do I decorate a barn wedding venue?

One of the easiest ways to transform a barn wedding venue is with the lighting. Festoon lighting or fairy lights can be wrapped around wooden beams to create a warm and cosy feel. Wildflowers will also perfectly suit a barn wedding venue.

Can I get a dry hire barn wedding venue?

Smaller barn venues are often more likely to have a dry hire option. If you are keen to have your own caterers, source your own alcohol and don’t mind doing a bit of DIY, then a dry hire venue could suit you.

What is a rustic wedding venue?

A rustic wedding venue is a location that has a less formal and almost casual feel to it. Typically rustic wedding venues are farms, barns, yurts and teepees.

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