The Oak Barn

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The Details

Type of Ceremony

Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Receptions Only

Venue Setting

Countryside

Venue Type

Barn

Guest Accommodation

1 to 9 guests
10 to 29 guests

Catering Options

Outside Caterers

Additional Facilities

Exclusive use
One wedding per day
Bridal suite
Guest rooms
Marquee space
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Bespoke weddings

What Our Couples Love

Luxurious guest accommodation for up to 18 guests
Country wedding
Exclusive use wedding venue
Collection of Grade II listed barns
Wedding venue near London
Additional marquee space
Family run venue with a personal touch
No corkage or vat charges
Hidden sound and LED lighting systems in the fabric of the historic buildings
20 acres of sheep fields
Environmentally friendly as possible with biomass boiler & solar panels
Upcycled found items during restoration - horse trough sinks & stable posts used on the pontoon

Frequently asked questions

Can we have exclusive use of the venue?

Yes

Are you licenced for civil ceremonies?

Yes in two different barns

Can we have the wedding ceremony outdoors?

You can have a celebrant led service outside

Do you charge corkage if we supply our own wine?

No, and our suppliers do not charge either.

Can we use our own caterers?

Recommended suppliers only

From what time can we get access to decorate the venue?

This would depend on your length of hire, please contact for more information

What time does the reception need to finish?

The bar and the music would need to finish at 11pm with carriages at 11.30pm

Are fireworks allowed?

No fireworks, but sparklers are allowed.

Is confetti allowed?

Yes but only real petals

Are candles allowed?

Yes

Is there a honeymoon or bridal suite?

Yes

Is there accommodation on site?

Yes

Is there additional accommodation nearby?

Yes

About The Oak Barn

Begin your “happily ever after” in your own bespoke style at The Oak Barn-be it a lavish banquet or relaxed rustic wedding. Our exclusive use farm, featuring two spectacularly restored barns and a weaving house, is the perfect venue for Your Wedding.

The Oak Barn, our spectacular Grade II listed threshing barn, is a versatile space that retains historic character. The magnificent high vaulted roof, floor to ceiling glass doors and latest technology will ensure both you and the barn are beautifully lit day or night. Underfloor heating and a wood burning stove will keep you cosy and warm in winter, and in summer our air-conditioning system will keep you cool throughout your function.

The Byre has classic elegance and tranquil views down the valley and across the pond, and flows onto the terrace through floor to ceiling glass doors and into a sheep field. Wandering away from the terrace you will discover a picturesque wildlife pond and listen to the trickling music of our waterfall. Both barns are licensed for civil ceremonies and civil partnerships.

Weaver's Cottages dates from 1607 and offer refined contemporary accommodation. Rich tones and sumptuous upholstery blend elegantly with an eclectic mix of contemporary and classically styled furnishings, and all feature an open plan kitchen, dining and living area with full height glass doors that lead into the secluded courtyard.

You will love the beauty of the farm whatever the season, from the impressive barns to the lily pond and tranquil gardens. A warm welcome and personal service will ensure that your wedding is everything you ever dreamed of.

Customer Reviews

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Stunning venue which ticked all the boxes for our December Winter Wedding. Deana and Tim were brilliant from start to finish. The natural beauty of the barn meant there was little additional decoration needed and having use of the Byre as well as the Barn allowed for rooms to be turned around at no inconvenience. The self catering cottages are of a high standard and were brilliant for our older guests to retreat to later in the night. We had a fantastic wedding day at the Oak Barn, are forever grateful for all of their help to make this possible and we highly recommend for future brides & grooms!

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Danielle & Matt

20-01-2020

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We are delighted your day was so fantastic! It was a great pleasure hosting you here at The Oak Barn and we have loved getting to know you during all the preparations. We wish you all the best for the future an

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20-01-2020

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We had such a fantastic wedding here for Tom and Charlotte - absolutely beautiful. The sun shone, the barns were wonderful and the cottages had everything we needed. Thank you so much, you've done an amazing job here."

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Parents of Tom and Charlotte

08-01-2020

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It was so good to host you all and we are very pleased that the venue provided a great setting for such a magical day. It was wonderful!

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08-01-2020

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"Absolutely brilliant for wedding of daughter Mel to Jimmy. Thank you so much!"

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Jenny & Nick

08-01-2020

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We thought it was brilliant too! We have such amazing photographs of Mel and Jimmy in the beautiful evening light by the pond - they really capture how special the day was. Thank you!

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08-01-2020

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We had an August wedding here and couldn't recommend it more. This venue was everything we hoped for and the day was perfect.

Where to start... the Oak Barn itself is beautiful. If you have a barn in mind this will be how it looks. Plus, it's been upgraded with smart lighting and a great sound system. It has a bar space inside you can use, plus lots of nice touches - like tables made from a tree on site.

We also made use of the Byre for the ceremony itself. Lovely open views of the fields (we wanted the sheep to be visible which they kindly helped facilitate) and it opens onto a terrace for refreshments afterwards. Using this made it super easy for us as the Barn could already be set up for us to use for the breakfast. No stress setting it up between ceremony and food.

We also loved the cottages on site and used them before and after the day. They've been furnished to a great standard and the convenience of being on site both nights cannot be overstated.

The outside spaces are perfect for pictures, and combined with the nice weather meant everyone had a wonderful time mingling.
Finally, Tim and Deana were the best hosts, giving us helpful suggestions and supporting us throughout the stressful planning. Plus, their dog is the best!!

All in all this venue literally ticked every box for us. And it was the second one we looked at! Don't hesitate to use it if you like what you see.

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Nicola & Chris

08-01-2020

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Nichola and Chris, this is a wonderful review for us to read and we are very pleased that your day was so perfect. It was great fun getting to know you during the planning and a delight to host you and your gue

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08-01-2020

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We had our wedding at Frame Farm in July this year. The venue has been converted with amazing attention to detail and the overall setting is idyllic. Both the inside and outdoor areas provided such great spaces for all aspects our day. The Byre gave us an intimate feel to the ceremony and accommodated our 100+ guests comfortably. The terrace was great for post ceremony drinks and was a secondary space for guests after our meal in the main barn. The courtyard enabled our guests to choose to relax outside or spend time on the dance floor. Tim and Deana were very helpful and attentive through our whole planning process and supported all our suppliers on the day. The accommodation for guests on site is stunning and helped make the whole weekend just perfect. I would have no hesitation recommending the venue and really encourage couples to opt to have the farm for the whole weekend, it made the day so less stressful and rushed.

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Richard & Mark

08-01-2020

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Richard and Mark, it was a great day indeed and we will never forget the projection cake (ingenious) and all your attention to detail in styling a great day. It was a pleasure to have you both here for your marriage and celebration and on many occasions beforehand. We wish you a wonderful future together. Tim and Deana.

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08-01-2020

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We just wanted to a huge thank you again - you both went above and beyond for us and we couldn't be more pleased at how the day went. The venue really is stunning and everyone loved staying in the cottages, so thank you.

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Alexandra & Tom

08-01-2020

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We are so pleased that the day went so well and everyone had a great time and enjoyed the cottages so much. We loved having you here!

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08-01-2020

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Most fun we’ve ever had. Thank you so much for your fantastic hospitality, your kind words, brilliant communication, your help and your stunning venue. It will forever hold a dear place in our heart.

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Catherine & Robert

08-01-2020

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It was a very special weekend indeed! We loved hosting you and your guests and are delighted the venue was everything you hoped for. We hope to see you both again soon and that 2020 has started brilliantly for

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08-01-2020

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Chris and I would like to say a big Thank you for making Chloe and Nick's day so special. The venue is of course magical and how wonderful to see the vision you shared with us last year come to life. We feel it really does have 'The WOW' factor but in a relaxed, natural way which was perfect for us. All of our guests commented on what a wonderful venue and in the last few years there have been many weddings all different so it was great for Chloe to have something unique and different to her friends. It was everything we wanted as we wanted our guests to feel relaxed and have fun!

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Lesley & Chris

26-11-2019

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We are so pleased you enjoyed the venue and celebrating Chloe and Nick’s special day here; it was a wonderfully laid back occasion and we are so pleased the barns gave you the perfect setting for their marriage

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26-11-2019

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Dear proprietors of this marvellous venue.
Yesterday we were guests at Kate’s and Mike’s wedding. Your facility is a romantic vision of what a
country wedding can be. Great organisation of the property, good parking, several options of
ancillary rooms, and brilliant views. This was a winter event so the outdoor space was just a view of
sunlit snow dusted fields, come spring it will be even more amazing when the terraces can be used
as well.
The only improvement I would suggest is the lighting for the raised area where the ceremony took
place. At the moment it is dark and does not show off the bride and groom or that marvellous string
ensemble. Just a few spots that cover the central area would do it. Don’t go wild with floods and
spots. (I was the Technical Director at Glyndebourne) thus I feel confident in my advice.
We had a grand time and want to wish you the greatest success for your endeavour. Certainly will be
recommending The Oak Barn to everyone.

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Peter Horne

21-10-2019

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We are so pleased you enjoyed the venue and we are thankful for your helpful comment on the stage lighting; we now have two very discreet spot lights on dimmers so the bride and groom are beautifully lit for ce

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21-10-2019

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Many congratulations Mathew and Jen. We all had a beautiful and wonderful day. The venue is
gorgeous and comfy with every amenity you could want. Thank you so much to Tim and Deana for a
memorable stay and for welcoming us all.
Matt & Jen wedding - 30 March 2019

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Carol

10-10-2019

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It was a great pleasure to host you all here and we are so pleased Matt and Jen had a fabulous day. Tim

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