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Last update: December 2024

Dovecote Barn (Barn & Tipi venue) is a family-run wedding venue situated in Adderbury, Oxfordshire. This rural destination offers stunning views of rolling hills, rivers, and fields, making it the perfect choice for couples seeking an idyllic country wedding. Dovecote Barn is a Grade II listed building filled with character and rustic charm. With a choice of the beautiful barn or stunning giant tipi for your reception, amidst scenic surroundings, you can celebrate your love story from start to finish.

Facilities and Capacity

Dovecote Barn (Barn & Tipi venue) is licensed for civil ceremonies, partnership ceremonies, and vow renewals. You can say "I do" against a backdrop of picturesque serenity either in the beautiful Dovecote Barn or in the summer months, you can say your vows in their newly licensed outdoor ceremony paddock. Following your vows, guests can mingle during a relaxed cocktail reception while you roam the estate for photographs with your new spouse. Wedding breakfasts and receptions are hosted in the refurbished barn, where you will find a romantic backdrop of exposed brickwork, beautiful oak beams, timber accents, soft lighting, and vintage decor. Alternatively, if you wish to host a festival-style, large gathering, then the elegantly appointed tipi is the way to go. This spacious tipi is ideal if you desire a festival-style atmosphere and the perfect blend of relaxation and refinement.

Services Offered

Dovecote Barn (Barn & Tipi venue) offers couples something truly special for their wedding day. Their wedding brochure details the many bespoke wedding services and options available. Delicious catering is provided in-house, with a selection of sumptuous menus designed to match any event size, style, and theme. There are evening entertainment facilities for your wedding DJ or band and a dance area where guests can party into the night. This is a wheelchair-accessible venue with ample parking on-site for your guests' comfort and convenience. Couples can enjoy exclusive use of this venue for the duration of their big day.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Unusual weddings
Barn
Outdoor license
Tipis and yurts
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Dovecote Events (Barn & Tipi venue)

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Nicolle
Nicolle Sent on 08/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding September 2024

We had the most fantastic wedding- From starting with the veiwing of the venue with Cece, to planning with Lauren, the staff could not do enough for us.
Setting up was a breeze, made it so easy for us.
On the wedding day the staff and venue was outstanding, it was everything we wanted and more.
Staff remembered all the little things we have mentioned, went above and beyond for all the guests.
The food was fantastic and so many of our guests commented on how amazing it was.
I couldnt priase the staff enough they really were fantatsic!
The venue itself its beautiful, Alex and I fell in love with it when we veiwed it for the first time!
A massive thank you to Lauren, Cece and the rest of the staff for the most amazing day! Was everything we could of wanted! Thank you! xx
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George Sent on 19/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

Me and my husband were blown away at how incredibly professional and supportive the staff were at dovecote on our wedding day.
Everything from when we first ever come to see the venue, to the food tasting, to the chefs creating such delicious food, to the gardeners for keeping the grounds so immaculate, to the bar staff and everyone else behind the scenes, we just can not fault! CeCe and the team made the whole experience stress free and smooth running. They all went above and beyond and it certainly did not go unnoticed, we had many positive comments from our guests, not only on the venue and the food but on all the staff too.
From the moment we first set eyes on this venue we knew this is where we wanted to get married, it just gives you a feeling and I know that our guest also picked up on that feeling. It’s an absolutely beautiful venue.
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David Sent on 05/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

My Daughters fantastic wedding

Our Daughter announced her wedding day 2 years before the date itself, in this 2 year period she applied many personal touches to make the day as special as possible, what was special about the Dovecote venue and especially the staff members there was their adaptability to work with my Daughter and encompass her requirements, a massive shout out to Cece the events Co Ordinator there and Matt, we knew as Parents our Daughter was in safe hands from day 1 of the 2 years. Thank you indeed for making their day a perfect day.
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 05/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most PERFECT day!

Having worked in events it's safe to say the standards were set pretty high for our own wedding. And if we could do it all again...we wouldn't change a single moment.

Our special day at this idyllic venue was flawless and perfect from start to finish. The entire Dovecote team were eager to help bring our vision to life to create the most magical day for us, a day we have waited thirteen years for! This dream team went above and beyond for not only us as a couple, but for all of our guests - it's as if we were an extension of the Dovecote family.

To Mel, Lauren, Helen & Tom - you co-ordinated our day in such a way that the entire day felt stress-free and completely relaxed - we were in entirely safe hands with each and every one of you and felt so at ease! We are deeply grateful to you all for ensuring the day ran smoothly, for guiding us in the run-up to the wedding with your sound advice, for coordinating both our grand entrances, and for being genuinely caring and thoughtful to ensure it really was THE most perfect memorable day.

To Tim & Tim, the incredible Chefs - thankyou for creating such delicious dishes that made it incredibly hard to choose at the food tasting! On the day, the level of detail, the flavours and presentation became a hit with the guests, who are still even weeks later talking about the food!

To Sophia, Charis and all of the bar & waiting staff - you were all simply incredible! Thank you for being so attentive to our guests, going above and beyond to make sure they were all well stocked up on their drinks, canapes, food and comfort, all whilst offering a friendly smile.

And finally to the wonderful Matt - thank you for not only being there on the day continuously checking in with us, but helping us with every step providing extra detail to ensure ourselves and our family were comfortable. Anything we asked of you never seemed too big, you provided a warm caring approach and response, and you always went the extra mile. For that, we will always be grateful to you and we appreciate everything you have done for us as a couple!

This is a beautiful setting for a rustic wedding and we wholeheartedly recommend Dovecote Events.

Mrs & Mrs Carwel x
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 21/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day of our Lives!

My Husband and I got married here last month, and it was literally one of the best days of our lives! Everything was perfect! From booking the venue 2 years in advance, until the big day, the communication with Lauren was seamless! No question was too big or too small.
The food tasting and final details meeting were perfect timing in the lead up. Absolutely loved the food tasting evening - it felt super personal and what a treat to try different options! Afterwards we were DREAMING about the food and counting down until we could have it again - the food is INCREDIBLE.
The rest of the staff and team we met were lovely and super helpful, and whenever we went to the venue before the big day they always made sure they had time to have a conversation with us and get to know us as a couple which was just so lovely!
The actual venue itself is just so beautiful, and so reasonably priced for what you get! No hidden fees, no paying extra for crockery, or toilets, or lights (other venue do that! Crazy!) - but with Dovecote, what you see is what you get.
On the day itself, when it was time for the next thing, whether it was confetti throw, or cake cut, staff were on hand to let us know but made absolutely sure there was no rush and to do everything at our pace and enjoy the day how we wanted.
Honestly cannot thank the team enough, everything was perfect and we loved every second. Wish we could do it all over again!!
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Grace Sent on 01/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

6th September 2024

Incredible venue and incredible staff. Nothing was too much to ask for and I can’t thank Lauren and the team enough for making our day go completely perfectly.
Everyone was so attentive and they thought of absolutely everything. Staff got involved in the day and ensured that everyone was enjoying themselves.
All of our guests said how relaxed the whole day was. The food was also INCREDIBLE!! Would highly recommend the barbecue menu.
The venue and surrounding grounds are beautiful and it’s a perfect venue to keep your guests together and happy.
Thank you again guys, you really are the best!
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Sophie Sent on 31/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical experience

Could not recommend Dovecote enough!! We chose the venue for our wedding as it provided everything we had hoped for … rural setting, barn ceremony and most importantly a huge tipi. It was an ideal setting for our special day. The beautiful barn was perfect for the ceremony, and the drinks reception afterwards on the patio was relaxed with ample space for guests to sit, the confetti throw and photos. We chose a barbecue meal which was delicious and plentiful. The tipi was perfect with plenty of space for the band and dance floor. The fire pits added an extra touch to make our day special. The weather was also perfect so our day couldn’t have been better! All of the staff we so helpful and friendly from the initial planning stages to the day itself.
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Cara Sent on 30/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical day!

We fell in love with Dovecote immediately. As soon as we got there, the barn, the grounds and the staff showing us around were incredible. We felt so at ease and relaxed we knew from that moment this was our venue. Throughout the whole process the staff were amazing, answered all of our questions, nothing was to much trouble. We had private food tastings, run throughs, and meetings to iron out all the details, Lauren, Cece and the team wee amazing. We chose the barn for our day and it was beautiful, you really didn't need much decor as its got such charm already, the lanterns and candles we chose set of the rustic theme beautifully. We ordered the chargrill sharer menu and the food was just incredible and guests are still talking about how amazing our meal was, you definitely don't go hungry either. If i could redo the whole day i wouldn't change a thing and that really is down to the venue and its staff who make the day run smoothly and go the extra mile whenever its needed, nothing is too much trouble, Lauren, Cece and the team are warm, friendly and attentive and helped make our day so special and memorable. Our wedding was magical, better than we could of dreamed and it's all thanks to Dovecote. I can wholly recommend to any couple who want to celebrate their love, choose Dovecote, thank you so much to Lauren, Cece and the whole team.
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Matt Sent on 23/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely perfect in every way.

Dovecote made the perfect wedding venue for our special day. The whole team did everything that they possibly could to ensure that it was the best day of our lives. I can't thank them enough for everything they did for us. It's a dream venue and dream team. Extra special thanks to Cece and Matt, who both helped us to coordinate and navigate the logistics of arranging it all. I wish we could do it all over again as it was perfect. Absolutely perfect.
Tom
Tom W. Sent on 21/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Wedding at Dovecote

From the first time we set foot in Dovecote we knew it was where we wanted to get married. From the warm welcome we had from Melanie, to the beautiful barn, stunning tipi and spectacular grounds, we were blown away. Every step of the way the whole team were so helpful, and left us feeling so excited and stress-free going into the day. The private food tasting with Lauren, Tom and Matthew was a real highlight and our dietary requirements were catered for so thoughtfully - huge thank you to chefs Tim (x2) and team. Setting up the tipi the day before the wedding could not have gone smoother thanks to so many of the team being available to support. And of course, the day itself was perfect and everything that we hoped it would be, special thanks to Lauren for accepting my last minute deliveries and ensuring everything ran so smoothly, with Cece, Tom and co. All of our guests commented on how beautiful our venue was, and we couldn’t be happier that we chose you. We cannot wait to find an excuse to come back and see you all soon!
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Sarah Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best choice I could’ve made when it came to my wedding!

I honestly wish I could give more than five stars!
From start to finish, the team at Dovecote were nothing short of amazing. They made everything so easy for me and I couldn’t fault a thing. Not to mention they completely accommodated me when it came to details regarding my family coming from overseas.

This venue is beautiful, cozy and full of character and run by people who definitely know weddings.

100% recommend for a super special evening.
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Mara Sent on 12/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mrs Mara Ravic

We had the most amazing wedding at Dovecote, we used the barn for the ceremony and then the tipi.

The whole process was so seamless, from viewing the venue, to booking, trying the food (which is fantastic), setting the venue up the day before and the main day!

The whole team was so helpful and having Melanie to coordinate on the day meant it was a hands off, stress free wedding.

The venue itself is so beautiful and having everything in one place meant everyone stayed together.

Don’t hesitate to book this venue!!!
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Ellie Sent on 03/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best day EVER!

We had the most wonderful day at Dovecote Barn in September - we are so sad it’s all over! Cece and her team did a fabulous job at keeping in touch with us throughout the whole process, answering questions (no matter how silly they seemed), making the venue look exactly how we wanted on the day and looking after us and all our guests. As a very nervous bride, Cece made me feel completely at ease and I just knew we were in good hands. They were all so friendly and attentive. And not to mention, the barn and grounds are so beautiful!!! Don’t hesitate, book Dovecote Barn! Xx
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Lauren Sent on 28/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best day of our lives.

Dovecote was our first venue we visited, we fell in love as soon as we got there, both with the barn and the staff showing us around. We felt so at ease and relaxed we knew from that moment this was our venue. It did not disappoint.

Throughout the whole process the staff were amazing, answered all of my questions, nothing was to much and on the day just WOW. We chose the barn for our day and it was beautiful, you really didn't need much decor as its got such charm already. The food was also fantastic and guests are still talking about how good it was 5 weeks on, you definitely don't go hungry either.

If i could redo the whole day i wouldn't change a thing and that really is down to the venue and its staff who make the day run smoothly and go the extra mile whenever its needed. You won't be disappointed choosing Dovecote as your venue.
Fiona
Fiona Sent on 28/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding

We got married at Dovecote Barn 3 weeks ago, and it was honestly the best day of our lives. Lauren, Matt and the team were lovely to deal with from our first visit, they were so responsive to all of my (many!) queries and questions; and they made the whole planning process a breeze. The day itself was wonderful - I personally felt so relaxed and we just enjoyed ourselves because everything was being taken care of by Lauren - it ran like clockwork, but so smooth that we didn't notice anything happening behind the scenes. Everything just "happened"! The food was out of this world, all of guests have been saying that it was the tastiest food they have eaten at a wedding (and it was so hard for us to choose our menu, as the options were all delicious). The bar staff were so friendly with our guests, nothing was too much trouble for them and they seemed to enjoy making the numerous cocktails they were being asked to make. The grounds are gorgeous for photos, even if we did have rain on the day - it didn't matter to us. We had the best day ever and we can't thank them enough!
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Events

29 Mar
Open Door

Join Dovecote Events for their first open day of 2025.

Dovecote Barn will be open and dressed for a wedding. With tasty canapés, a glass of fizz you can wonder around the venue at your leisure, taking in the beautiful surroundings that could make the perfect backdrop to one of the biggest moments of your life. Their super friendly wedding experts will be on hand to answer all your questions and offer advice on how to make your day completely unique and stress free.

Dovecote Barn will be open between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, and there is no need to book. Entry is free, with plenty of parking available.

This is a venue showcase as opposed to a wedding fair, so there will be limited supplier stands on display. The tipi is still in hibernation for the winter, however, they will be able to show you it's summer location and talk through your plans.

Date: From 29/03/2025 to 29/03/2025 Schedule 10:30 - 14:30
Place: Dovecote Events, Bo Peep Farm, Adderbury, Banbury, Oxfordshire

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Dovecote Events, Bo Peep Farm, Adderbury OX173NP Banbury (Oxfordshire)
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