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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: November 2025

Coltsfoot Country Retreat is a stunning, exclusive-use venue nestled in the heart of the Hertfordshire countryside in Datchworth, England. Celebrate your milestone surrounded by acres of lush rolling hills and verdant trees. This unique setting has welcomed couples since 2000 after being converted from a working livery. Its stables have been thoughtfully redesigned to offer couples and their guests a luxurious experience.

Facilities and Capacity

At the heart of Coltsfoot Country Retreat's charm is its modernized barn. This breathtaking event space features a rustic timber frame, soaring ceilings, and stone flooring. Large windows flood the interiors with natural light, making it the perfect venue for afternoon and evening celebrations. There's plenty of space for elegant dining, a buffet area, and dancing the night away. If you're planning to say 'I do' as well, the adjacent ceremony room is equally rustic chic. You'll also gain access to the venue's enclosed garden and courtyard, which can accommodate a marquee. True to its name, the Coltsfoot Country Retreat boasts 13 overnight suites and additional Shepherds' Huts that are self-contained for privacy. Each room is lovingly maintained with traditional beams and vaulted ceilings, enhancing the stable feel. They're also equipped with stylish baths and showers, TVs, and WiFi.

Services Offered

The experienced team at Coltsfoot Country Retreat aims to provide as much support as possible to couples planning their wedding. Their in-house catering team can curate a bespoke menu for the occasion, from relaxed buffets to formal plated dinners. Upon booking, you'll also have the expertise of a wedding coordinator to assist with the details. However you choose to celebrate your love, this team will ensure it's unforgettable.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Marquees and tents
Barn
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser
Beautician

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Coltsfoot Country Retreat

Gary
Gary Sent on 29/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Not Married yet but so excited

We are due to get married in October 2026 but we are over the moon with how professional and welcoming everyone at Coltsfoot have been. Our excitement is immeasurable, and the value for money for everything is so good, not to mention it is an exclusive venue, so we will not have to worry about sharing our special day with anyone else, which will make being in the moment so much easier and no rushing around for photos will be a huge bonus.
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Ellie Sent on 01/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing :)

We got married at Coltsfoot Country Retreat in October 2023. They were absolutely fantasic. The venue looked stunning and Jenny, Ruth, and Emma went above and beyond for us. No job was too much hassle. The food was fantastic and we had loads of compliments on it from the guests. The team kept us up to date with everything from the time we first showed an interest in the venue. They were very quick at answering emails and questions. We had three agenda meetings leading up to the wedding, and we were given an extensive check list to make sure we had thought about everything, which made the whole process less stressful. On the day of the wedding, they made sure everything ran smoothly and tried to keep it as stress-free as possible for us. The rooms were lovely as well and the breakfast next day was delicious! 10/10, the staff were amazing, I can't praise them enough!!! Thank you guys :)
Diya
Diya Sent on 17/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Oasis

We got married here in September 2023, and I couldn't have wished for a better place.
The team were so supportive of anything we wanted.
We wanted a Hindu-style ceremony and prayer, and the team just went with it!
I can't say thank you enough to Coltsfoot.
We had around 60 guests, and it felt like a large family gathering. Guests loved the food and the accommodations are 5 stars.
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Coltsfoot Country Retreat Real Weddings

Ellie & James
49 photos · 19/10/2023
Elliot & Mhairi
65 photos · 11/08/2023
Gina & Marc
21 photos · 05/10/2022
Louise & Andy
25 photos · 10/07/2022

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Meet the team

Emma Clark
Emma Clark
Wedding and Events Coordinator

Hello, my name is Emma and I have been working at Coltsfoot for nearly 4 years now.

I absolutely love my job and I get to meet such fab couples! My favourite part is being able to meet you at a show around to then being able to be with you all the way through planning and be there on your big day too!

I look forward to meeting you soon.

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Coltsfoot Country Retreat, Bulls Green, Datchworth, Hertfordshire SG3 6SB Datchworth (Hertfordshire)
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