13 Feb The Boom in Barn Weddings – 5 Of Our Favourites
Barn wedding venues are becoming more and more popular with couples looking to create a truly personal celebration. With their rustic charm, versatile layouts, and relaxed atmosphere, they’re the perfect blank canvas for crafting a wedding that reflects your unique style. This type of venue is growing in popularity as many offer flexibility with catering and beverages, allowing you to hand-pick the wines that best suit your day without being tied to pricey bar packages. This freedom not only adds a personal touch but also makes barn weddings an excellent choice for budget-conscious couples who want every detail, from the decor to the drinks, to feel completely their own.
Take a look at some of our favourite barn venues below, all of which allow you to crack open your own wines with no corkage fees!
Court Farm Standerwick – Somerset
Situated on the Somerset/Wiltshire border, Court Farm offers a quintessential English countryside setting ideal for a rustic, relaxed wedding. Surrounded by historic farm buildings and set within 10 acres of beautiful gardens, this venue provides a captivating backdrop for your special day. Its charming courtyard and character‑filled barns serve as a blank canvas for your personal style, while the no corkage fee lets you select your own drinks and menu. With no fixed suppliers, you have the freedom to choose caterers, musicians, and more, ensuring a truly bespoke experience.
.
Somersbury Barn is a stunning hideaway set amid 30 acres of picturesque Surrey countryside, where the historic charm of a traditional barn meets the refined elegance of a Victorian glasshouse. With mature orchards, wildflower meadows, and a breathtaking 16th‑century manor as your backdrop, it creates the perfect canvas for your dream wedding. The venue’s warm, family-run atmosphere guarantees a relaxed and unpretentious celebration, where every detail—from the bespoke menu to the decor—reflects your unique style. Ideal for an intimate yet grand affair, it comfortably hosts up to 120 guests.
Dodford Manor – Northamptonshire
Set against the idyllic Northampton countryside, Dodford Manor is a celebration space that welcomes DIY couples with full flexibility and a no corkage policy. The venue’s beautifully restored stone and oak barns, which retain their 17th‑century charm, offer a stunning backdrop for a day to remember. Ideal for gatherings of up to 200 guests, you can start your celebration in the Mortain Barn, then transition to the enchanting Oak Barn, where a lavish wedding breakfast awaits overlooking the sweeping countryside. Fully licensed for civil ceremonies, Dodford Manor provides an all-in-one location for every milestone of your special day.
For those seeking a venue with atmosphere and magic, Curds Hall Barn in Norfolk is the perfect choice. Its soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows fill the space with natural light, offering a pristine canvas for personal touches. More than just a venue, Curds Hall is a destination, featuring on‑site accommodation at ‘The Old Coach House’ for up to ten guests, making it possible to enjoy a full weekend of celebrations. With a no‑corkage policy and an in‑house bar that keeps the festivities flowing, the cosy snug area provides a welcoming spot for cocktails and conversations.
Set across 50 acres of North Devon’s rolling countryside, Ash Barton Estate is perfect for couples looking to break away from traditional wedding norms. With 13 licensed locations on‑site—including a big party barn, threshing barn, old chapel and a charming walled garden—you can select the ideal spot for your vows. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration for up to 200 guests, the venue’s flexible approach—with no curfew, no corkage fees, and no set packages—gives you complete freedom to design your perfect day. Additionally, on‑site accommodation for up to 50 guests means you can extend the celebration into a memorable weekend.