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The Ashridge Great Barn

The Ashridge Great Barn

Okehampton, Devon
5.0 out of 5 rating, 11 reviews
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    Rachael W. Sent on 02/10/2023
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    Unique fairytale wedding of our dreams!

    Ashridge was the first venue we looked at and knew we loved it from the beginning! The beauty of Ashridge is the ability to have a personalised touch, as there is max one wedding a week you have the time to fully decorate the venue to what you wish and with the pressure taken off. Less wedding also means Cat had the time to talk us through every aspect of the day as a wedding planner which was invaluable and added to our attachment to the venue by having a consistently friendly face to talk to.

    The weather was not our friend on the day meaning we had to abandon the outdoor ceremony with an hour to go! The staff did an amazing job at being able to turn the venue around so quickly and it was beautiful!

    The venue looked so magical with the fairy lights, it really was a magical wonderland hidden away in rural mid-Devon!

    The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:

    Hi Rachael, it was our pleasure to host your wedding here and support you on your wedding planning journey! We are sorry the weather did not play nicely but the day was absolutely beautiful anyway and we loved how you styled and decorated the barn! We wish you all the best for the future!
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    Zoe M. Sent on 03/07/2023
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    Incredible

    What can I say about this venue. They have been great we are so chilled as a couple and they reciprocated this too. Nothing is too much trouble and they are there for advice to talk to or bounce ideas off when your then fiance says yeah to everything. Cat and the team are worth every penny.
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    Charlotte D. Sent on 24/11/2022
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    Gorgeous venue, amazing team!

    Ashridge Great Barn is an absolutely stunning wedding venue! Cat and her team were so supportive and professional throughout! They were always happy to run through questions, walk arounds with family, and we really valued Cat's expertise!
    The whole day went so smoothly and we couldn't have done it without Cat!
    The grounds and the barn are gorgeous (even in the rain) and it was so amazing to have access to the barn the day before and the day after the toe wedding! It took away so much of the potential stress and knowing Cat was on hand to help with anything was a huge relief!

    She is so dedicated and goes above and beyond - and she knows the local area so well and was able to advise on local suppliers and accommodation!
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    Samantha B. Sent on 11/10/2021
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    Made our dreams come true

    Cat and her team were incredible from start to finish. From the moment we had a tour of Ashridge farm, it felt like a second home! Cat made all my quirky ideas a reality and was so accommodating to the numerous date changes, the crazy amounts of emails and many visits with all our family and suppliers. Cat even allowed us to have our legal ceremony in the barn with 15 guests a year before our BIG day due to covid restrictions. I cannot recommend this venue enough, they have made all our dreams a reality and we are so lucky to have found them!

    The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:

    Hi Sam,
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review - it's been a journey! We're so delighted that you were happy with your wedding(s!) and everything went to plan eventually. It was a real pleasure to host both your celebrations and meet your family and friends. Hope to see you at an event soon!
    Best wishes,
    The Ashridge Team
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    Megan F. Sent on 12/08/2021
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    Beautiful, friendly, supportive DIY venue

    We knew Ashridge Great Barn was the place for us as soon as we toured the grounds with Cat. We instantly connected with its rural and wild beauty and knew that Cat and team's easy-going nature would be exactly right for us. Some things that drew us towards Ashridge were: the fact that we could choose whichever suppliers we wanted and have our day exactly as we wanted it; the fact that Cat and team have an excellent 'black book' of trusted suppliers which can be used as a starting point in your search; a variety of possibilities for the marriage ceremony itself - we chose to be married at a local church, but there are loads of great options all over the grounds; the grounds: beautiful, varied, colourful and full of nature all year round; the amazing rustic barn which is just gorgeous and comforting even before you start decorating it; the fact that we were able to stay on-site for a couple of days before the wedding and really spend time making sure we were ready and prepared; and the relaxed atmosphere - after viewing lots of 'stiffer' venues, we really felt at home at Ashridge and able to begin to let our creative planning juices flow!

    Our planning process was a little longer than most couples' (due to Covid) but despite this, communication with the wedding team at Ashridge stayed regular and always supportive and helpful.

    In the few days we spent at Ashridge before, during and after the wedding, the team could not do enough for us. They worked so hard to make sure our visions were realised, and on the day of the wedding, we felt completely able to relax and enjoy it, as the Ashridge team kept an eye out for suppliers who were on their way and helped make sure the day ran as close to the schedule as weddings can.

    In all, we had a dream wedding - We would do it all again, at Ashridge, in a heartbeat!

    The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:

    Hi Megan,
    Thank you for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure to host your wedding celebrations and meet your lovely family and friends. Glad that you found our support useful during the (slightly lengthened!) planning process - you put together a great team of suppliers and we're delighted that we were able to give you your dream day!
    Best wishes,
    The Ashridge Team
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    Samuel L. Sent on 03/08/2021
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    Wonderful wedding venue

    After all of the Covid challenges we've just – finally! – had our wedding at Ashridge Court and it was truly wonderful. The main thing to say is that Cat is incredibly helpful, flexible, responsive and accommodating to help make sure you have the day you always wanted the way that you want it. For those looking for a DIY and rustic country wedding, the site is perfect to be able to let your imagination run and truly make the space and the day your own. And it's set in such a lovely and secluded part of Devon, you really feel transported away from it all into the countryside and that you are in your own private space. The glade is such a beautiful and intimate setting for a wedding, the gardens are a great drinks reception space, and then you have the HUGE barn that's ideal for a meal and a party. What's more you're less than an 1hr from Devon's lovely beaches if you want a bit of a relaxed day afterwards with guests. Would also recommend looking into Eggesford Barton as a great nearby accommodation option for guests (e.g. Bride & Groom's family, Bridesmaids and Groomsmen). We and our guests had an absolute blast and would definitely recommend it to anyone.

    The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to host your wedding and be part of the amazing day that you put together!
    Best wishes,
    The Ashridge Team
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    Sonia L. Sent on 27/06/2021
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    Beautiful and relaxed wedding venue

    Ashridge have been so fantastic! We booked the venue in February last year and then had to ask them to rearrange the reception to next year, because of the pandemic. Instead we had a small ceremony outside in the garden. They were so understanding and helpful about rearranging, which really took the stress out of it. The ceremony in the garden was so lovely and it was such a beautiful setting. All of the photographs look fantastic, with the flowers and tall trees in the background. We did most of the arranging with Cat, who is the magic combination of relaxed and organised. When Cat went on maternity leave we dealt with Jo, who was also fantastic. We couldn’t think of a nicer place to get married, and can’t wait to have the big do next year in the barn.

    The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:

    It has been an absolute pleasure to host your wedding - very much looking forward to seeing you all again next year!
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    Scott Sent on 21/11/2019
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    Amazing wedding venue!

    Amazing wedding venue, stunning barn & grounds for a perfect day!

    When we first visited Ashridge Barn we knew it was the wedding venue for us. Tea and cake on arrival, with a combination of relaxed atmosphere, stunning grounds and gardens (which we got to see in every season!) and the beautiful barn full of Devon charm. Simple enough for your own stamp but special enough not to need too much dressing to show it off. A huge plus was the ability for our guests to camp which kept the wonderful weekend going the following morning. All of our guests questioned where we found this little gem.
    Finally, we can’t comment on the venue without mentioning Cat. When we first met she described her team as can do people, which isn’t strictly true, there are can do people, and then there is Cat!
    From advising on table hire, short listing suppliers, providing foliage and last minute printing of forgotten readings. We even chose our rings based on her recommendation. Cat has the amazing gift of being 100% on hand whilst also being totally invisible. The smooth running of the entire day was down to her hard work and commitment to make it perfect for us. And for this we couldn’t thank her enough and will be forever grateful.
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    Ellie Sent on 22/01/2019
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    An Incredibly Special Place

    If you are looking for a beautiful, rustic barn and gorgeous grounds with the freedom to do your day your way, Ashridge is the place for you. Aside from the stunning venue, Cat was amazing both in the lead-up to the day and the weekend itself; she was very helpful in suggesting suppliers but equally happy to listen to and support our ideas. We loved the fact that she was happy to have our dog there on the day and there were lots of gorgeous props for us to choose from to help with the decoration. Nothing was too much trouble and we can't thank her enough for making our wedding day truly the best day out of lives. Thank you!
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