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The Flying Fish Barn

The Flying Fish Barn

Ilminster, Somerset
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    Jason Sent on 14/10/2025
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    Great day from start to finish

    From the moment we booked our wedding it was nothing but smooth sailing. All the staff made us feel welcome and we were looked after from start to finish. Nothing was to much trouble. Venue was so beautiful with amazing views. Food was amazing and the turn around of the barn through out the day was so smooth. Accommodation was also amazing. Very clean and spacious and our friends and family had nothing but lovely things to say.
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    Terry Sent on 24/08/2025
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    Our wedding day

    We had an amazing wedding day at the flying fish the staff were all friendly and super helpfull every detail was spot on. The wedding barn was all decorated and looked amazing. Outside the scenery is perfect for photos. We had a carvery for the daytime meal which was lovely and a hot buffet in the evening which again was lovely. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff Julie the wedding planner was amazing we didn't have to do anything. We also met buddy the owner really nice man friendly we had a rum together 😀. The accommodation on site was spotless and really nice massive comfy bed slept like a baby. We had a really amazing day thank you so much.
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    Jess Sent on 18/08/2025
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    Couldn't have wished for a better day!

    There is so many amazing things I could say about Julie and The Flying Fish venue but the most important I'd like to share is that you will have a better day than you can imagine!

    Julie and her team were amazing on the lead up as well as on the day, ensuring every element is sorted stress free. They are incredibly hard working, creating such a special environment and going the extra mile while making it look easy.

    The venue is beautiful, the food was amazing and so many people have told my husband and I that it was the best wedding they had been to. Wish we could do it all over again.
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    Sunnybluedecor470 Sent on 13/08/2025
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    Mr and Mrs Musgrave

    We had the most perfect wedding here that we could’ve asked have ever imagined. Julie was incredible throughout, she took all the stress off of us throughout the process, she was honest about options/advice during the preparation and she ensured the day itself ran with no hiccups. Her and her ‘happy helpers’ were professional and attentive throughout and we couldn’t have asked for more from them. The barn was beautifully presented throughout and the food was all amazing. The rooms were clean and incredibly spacious, with a lovely breakfast the following provided with them the following morning.

    The Flying Fish Barn's reply:

    Thankyou for your wonderful view it’s truly appreciated, it was an absolute pleasure hosting your special day and fo pop back and see us again.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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    Timothy Sent on 15/07/2025
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    Stunning views and amazing food

    Amazing value for money the people that are truly amazing go above and beyond the staff are just the same they truly make a day very special. The views down there are just stunning can’t ask for a better setting. The food is out of this world and the chef really does know what they’re doing. The bar itself is beautifully decorated already really doesn’t need much adjustment. Just really couldn’t ask for a better day.
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    Matt Sent on 20/05/2025
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    Absolutely fantastic!

    Wow! What an amazing place! Everything about the Flying Fish was absolutely outstanding. Julie and her team are a well oiled machine; the barn was magically transformed several times, into exactly what we needed! The food was incredible, the staff were delightful & we have not a single negative thing to say!

    The Flying Fish Barn's reply:

    Thankyou so much for your kind review and for choosing us as your Wedding venue, it was a great day and we wish you all the best for the future.xxxxx
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    Victoria Sent on 13/05/2025
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    100% recommend!!!

    Genuinely cannot thank all the staff at The Flying Fish enough for making our wedding reception and stay the best! Everything just went so smoothly. It’s such a beautiful place with amazing views and the best food. We genuinely couldn’t have asked for more. Julie’s Happy helper were a great bunch of lads that were so professional, the owners (sorry I didn’t get your names) were soo welcoming and lovely. But the person I want to thank the most is Julie. You listened to what we wanted, put our minds at ease (mainly mine haha) and made the whole thing so easy and lovely! So thank you!
    Really couldn’t recommend The Flying Fish enough. :-)

    The Flying Fish Barn's reply:

    A massive thankyou for such a lovely review, it was a lovely day and was a pleasure to be a part of it, thankyou again for choosing The Flying Fish Wedding Barn to host your special day.xxxx
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    Tanya Sent on 07/05/2025
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    Wedding 12april 2025

    Well what can I say
    Amazing venue and the quality and service you get for the price is second to none.
    The staff were so accommodating understanding and helpful as they say they went above and beyond the whole day even the run up to the wedding day.
    The surroundings,vibe and atmosphere was amazing.
    Anyone looking for a barn wedding/country wedding this is the place.
    Food was plentiful throughout the day and as for the overnight rooms well...... Clean airy and lots of room.
    Thank you to everyone at the flying fish you guys totally made out day

    The Flying Fish Barn's reply:

    Thankyou for your lovely review, we wish you a long and happy Marriage together, thankyou for choosing The Flying Fish Wedding Barn to host your wedding.x
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    Kerry Sent on 23/10/2024
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    Wedding 19/10/24

    The flying fish is definitely the place to get married! The staff, the manager and wedding coordinator are all outstanding! We had the most amazing wedding and can’t fault anything! Julie was amazing from the get go nothing was ever too much for her. The food was absolutely beautiful and catered all the needs that was required and more! The overnight stay was amazing and breakfast was delicious! All guest said how wonderful and welcoming everyone at the flying fish was. I can’t wait to return back with my now husband and children for a meal. Thank you all for being amazing and absolutely outstanding all your efforts didn’t go unnoticed!

    Best wishes for the future
    Love Mr&Mrs Foster.
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