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The Barn at Old Down Estate

Rustic Country Estate with Barn

Bristol and Somerset, Tockington

£7,000

70 guests

Exclusive use situated in rolling hills of South Gloucestershire

The option to hold your ceremony inside or outside, weather dependent

Master of ceremonies/ Toast master

Confetti permitted

Open flames permitted

Car parking facilities

Prices & Key Facts

Prices

Price Band: ££

Typical Price: £7,000

Based on a typical wedding reception for 80 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package and evening buffet.

Hire Price Range: £2,440 - £2,867

Capacity

Guests for a ceremony: 100

Guest Capacity (min/max): 15 / 70

Guests for sit down meal: 1 - 60

Space for more? (e.g. marquee): Yes

Accommodation

Accommodation Rooms: 5

Accommodation Capacity: 11

About The Barn at Old Down Estate

The Barn at Old Down is a rustic wedding venue set within the stunning 66-acre Old Down Estate just 30 minutes’ drive from the bustling city of Bristol. The Barn blends old style charm with contemporary features.

The Barn features tranquil walled gardens, an award-winning chef and space for up to 100 guests, you need look no further than The Barn at Old Down Estate for your perfect wedding venue.
Available 7 days a week and exclusively yours from midday to midnight, this magical venue offers plenty of flexibility for you to create your dream day. You can say “I do” in front of 70 guests in the barn before making the most of the stunning gardens and enjoying a glass of bubbly or two as you mingle with your nearest and dearest. Alternatively, you can marry at the local church before being greeted with welcome drinks back at the barn.
When it comes to your wedding breakfast, you’re in great hands with The Barn at Old Down. All ingredients used in the kitchens are locally sourced and, where possible, organic or raised on the estate. The experienced catering team will create a menu to delight and impress your guests, for a memorable start to your evening.
The Barn at Old Down will also provide plenty of drinks options, keeping everything flowing as you begin your evening reception. The Barn will be totally transformed to fit your theme, so all you need to worry about is your dance moves!

The Details

Type of Ceremony

Civil ceremony licensed

Humanist / Celebrant weddings

Outdoor Ceremonies

Receptions Only

Venue Setting

Countryside

Woodland

Venue Type

Barn

Exclusive use

Intimate Venue

Outdoor / Garden

Additional Facilities

Outdoor ceremonies

Orangery Or Marquee

Live music permitted

Discos permitted

Wedding coordinator

Onsite car parking

One wedding per day

Licensed bar

Inhouse Toastmaster

Wedding packages

Bespoke weddings

Dog friendly

Walled Garden

Catering Options

Inhouse Caterers

BBQ / Hog Roasts

Halal

Vegan

Contact & Location

The Barn at Old Down Estate

Foxholes Lane, Tockington, BS32 4PG, Bristol and Somerset, United Kingdom

FAQs

Yes we want to ensure you have the wedding of your dreams and this includes the option of exclusive use

Yes in a number of areas, outdoors, in the Barn and the best of both worlds!

Yes the Victoria Walled Garden is a ideal setting for an outdoor ceremony

N/A

N/A. Our chefs pride themselves on sourcing produce from our gardens and local suppliers only.

You have exclusive use of the venue from midday, our team will be available to setup for you on the morning of the wedding. Alternatively we can look to accommodating setup the evening before, subject to availability.

Live music is permitted until midnight

N/A due to livestock

YES! Biodegradable is preferable please.

Absolutely, a beautiful addition to decoration, small touches.

N/A

Yes situated on site.

Yes we will support you in the booking process

Last drink orders at 11.30pm for the evening to finish at midnight.