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Amy Sent on 04/11/2026The most perfect wedding venue
Wow! What an incredible venue!
The Norman’s was the very first wedding venue we booked to view back in September 2024, and we instantly knew it was the one. We had three other venues booked in for viewings over the following weeks, but after seeing The Norman’s, we cancelled them all. Nothing else could compare!
We were greeted by Sharon, who welcomed us with the warmest smile and so much enthusiasm as she showed us around their absolutely stunning venue. She talked us through how a typical wedding day would run and showed us all the different areas we would have access to.
Our tour began in the beautiful ceremony barn, which was adorned with fairy lights and candles, creating the most romantic, rustic atmosphere. We could instantly picture ourselves standing at the end of the aisle, ready to say, “I do” and begin our forever together. It was everything we had imagined and more.
We were then shown the other areas available to us, including the cow stalls and a smaller back room complete with comfy armchairs, log burners and large seating booths. As we were planning an autumn wedding, these spaces looked absolutely perfect and so cosy!
Next was the main barn, where we would hold our wedding breakfast and evening celebrations. Honestly, it was breathtaking! Filled with beautiful fairy lights and tables set out just as we had envisioned, it gave us an instant feel for how magical our wedding day could look. The space had absolutely everything we needed, from plenty of room for our guests to a fully stocked bar, dance floor and stage for our evening entertainment.
We also got to view the on-site accommodation, which was just as beautiful. There was a gorgeous two-bedroom bridal cottage with the most stunning space for getting ready and glamming up on the morning of the wedding, as well as a six-bedroom cottage for our bridal party to stay in the night before. Both had such a lovely, cosy cottage feel and were perfect for what we needed, as well as looking beautiful in our photographs.
After the tour, Sharon took us to the office to go through any questions we had and discuss the finer details. We left feeling so excited and confident that we had all the information we needed to make our decision which, of course, was to book The Norman’s!
From that very first viewing right through to our wedding day, Sharon kept in regular contact with us, which was so reassuring. As the big day approached, she sent us helpful information about what to expect, a breakdown of how the day would run and reminders of anything else we needed to arrange or plan. We always felt informed, supported and in safe hands.
One of the many things we loved about The Norman’s is that you get access to the venue from around lunchtime the day before your wedding, giving you plenty of time to set up any personal touches yourselves. You then have until 11am the day after the wedding day to check out, meaning you can enjoy your wedding weekend without the stress of tight set-up and pack-down deadlines. Having that extra time makes such a difference and allows you to truly relax and enjoy the experience.
We had ordered a large neon sign to put somewhere in the venue and Sharons husband David had no problem taking it and sorting this for us and placed it hanging perfectly behind our top table, it was something I was slightly stressing about leading up to the wedding as to how and where we would hang it but he took it off our hands and took care of it instantly for us.
The step up went so smoothly and when we arrived the other suppliers such as caterers and florist/stylist had already been and set up the space and it looked way better than we had ever imagined.
Now, onto the wedding day itself… WOW!
Sharon and David were incredible. They were so hands-on, attentive and dedicated to making sure everything ran as smoothly as possible. Everyone always tells you that something will go wrong on your wedding day, but honestly, we cannot think of a single thing that didn’t run smoothly!
Sharon even came to check on me on the morning of the wedding to see how I was feeling, let me know what time the registrars would be arriving and reassure me that she would come and collect me when it was time to make my way down the aisle. Those little touches made such a difference and helped everything feel calm and organised.
Both Sharon and David went above and beyond throughout the day. They genuinely couldn’t do enough for us, and we didn’t have to lift a finger. It was such a special feeling knowing that everything was being taken care of, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment with our family and friends.
One particularly lovely touch was that Sharon kept some of our evening food warm for us and gave it to us at the end of the night to take back to our cottage. After a full day of celebrating, drinking, dancing and spending time with all our loved ones, it was very much appreciated!
We also have to give a huge shout-out to Hog & Apple, The Norman’s exclusive caterers, who were absolutely fantastic! The food was incredible, and even now, we’ve had so many of our guests tell us how delicious everything was and how much they loved it. We decided to move away from the more traditional wedding breakfast menu and opted for their Nando’s-inspired feast instead, which went down an absolute treat with everyone!
It was exactly what we wanted for our day, something a little different, relaxed and full of flavour, which our guests could really enjoy. We couldn’t have been happier with our choice and would highly recommend Hog & Apple to anyone getting married. They really helped make our wedding breakfast something special!
We honestly cannot recommend The Norman’s enough. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, but it’s Sharon and David’s care, dedication and personal touches that make it truly special. From our very first viewing to the very end of our wedding day, we felt supported, looked after and completely at ease.
If you’re looking for a venue that is beautiful, romantic, rustic and full of character, with a team who genuinely care about making your day perfect, then The Norman’s is the place for you.
You really do have to see it to believe it. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect venue for our wedding, and we will be forever grateful to Sharon, David and the team for helping make our day so incredibly special.
Wish we could do it all again.
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Alex Sent on 03/11/2026Wonderful wedding day in wet weather!
The Norman’s did an amazing job, we ended up having our day between two major storms and the Norman’s handled it brilliantly. We were married off site so the ceremony barn was used as a reception area, it was warm and inviting despite the awful weather outside and the staff went above and beyond to keep all the guests warm and dry! We had a large number of young children attending and set up a ‘baby room’ in the tack room which worked brilliantly. All our guests had a great time and so did we! Oliver was amazing on the day and Sharon was so helpful in the run up getting organised! Thank you both! -
Tatijarna Sent on 05/10/2026
Amazing!
Wow - I don’t even know where to start with this review. To start, I’ll say if you’re even considering The Normans as a venue, you NEED to book it. You will not regret it!
From the moment we stepped foot into the Norman’s in September 2024, I knew I had to get married there. We booked in October 2024 and then got married in September 2026. Throughout our planning, Oliver, Sharon and the team at the Norman’s couldn’t be of more help. Every time we emailed or contacted them, nothing was ever too much.
We had our wedding last weekend, we arrived on Friday and we were left to our own devices to set up. In the background the team were dealing with any issues that arose and answered all questions we had. We had the venue for three days which really took the stress out of the set up and the clean up.
We couldn’t be more thankful for everyone at the Norman’s for all the help and guidance they gave us.
Our day itself was seamless, the team organised everyone and everything. They ensured our guests and suppliers were looked after. We’ve had so many compliments about the venue and the food.
The hog and apple who supply the food are incredible, you will never ever have food like it. Especially at a wedding! They were also incredibly helpful throughout the planning stages and on the day, Katie from the Hog and Apple really went out of her way to ensure we had everything we wanted.
We had the most incredible wedding day and we believe that it was made so amazing by the team at the Norman’s and Hog&Apple.
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Jenna Sent on 11/08/2026Dream Wedding Venue
Cannot give Oliver and Sharon at The Normans enough stars for how incredible they were.
No question too small and very responsive during the whole process. Oliver was incredible on the setup/day of and made sure everything went smoothly.
Even did a video for social media which we now have forever as we didn't get a videographer/content creator. Honestly the best team and most beautiful day. -
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Suote Sent on 11/07/2026An outstanding experience from beginning to end
There are simply not enough words to do justice to how incredible The Normans were as a wedding venue.
From the moment we first viewed the venue, right through to the final moments of our wedding day, Oliver, Sharon and the entire team made us feel like we were the most important people in the world. Planning a wedding can be a lot at times, but The Normans have perfected the balance of professionalism, organisation and genuine care. Nothing was ever too much trouble, no request felt too big or too small, and every question was met with patience, reassurance and expert advice.
The venue itself is stunning, and even after multiple visits, still makes you feel a certain way. The beautifully restored barns, stunning grounds and thoughtful attention to detail create a setting that feels both incredibly special and completely relaxed at the same time. It's one of those rare venues that genuinely exceeds the expectations set by the photographs.
What really sets The Normans apart, however, is the people. The team worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything ran seamlessly. They anticipated needs before we even knew we had them, managed suppliers effortlessly, and allowed us to spend the day entirely focused on enjoying ourselves and making memories with our loved ones. Oliver, who worked the day, ended up feeling like another member of the family by the day's end and that, as much as anything else, is testament to just how much he and the rest of the team took care of us on the day. The result was, without question, the best day of our lives.
A massive shoutout too to their catering partners, Hog and Apple, who delivered a phenomenal dining experience. The food was exceptional from start to finish and weeks later our guests are still talking about it. Having attended plenty of weddings myself, it's not often the food becomes one of the stars of the show, but Hog and Apple achieved exactly that.
If you're considering The Normans, stop looking and book it. We genuinely cannot imagine a better venue, team or experience. Just wish we could do it all again.
A personal thank you to Oliver, Sharon and every member of the team. You didn't just host our wedding; you helped create memories that we will stick with us for the rest of our lives. We felt cared for, supported and celebrated every step of the way, and we'll always be grateful for the role you played in making our day so special. -
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Lucy Sent on 11/05/2026Incredible!!!!
Where do I even start, Oliver and his team were the most amazing hosts from the minute we met them, they made us feel so special and showed us around the venue virtually at first as we had a newborn baby and struggling to find time to visit the venue.
We booked instantly from a virtual viewing as there were only 2 Saturdays left for the following year, and you can totally understand, the venue is so thought out, everything is considered to make sure you and your guests have the most amazing day.
The venue is stunning that I saved so much on decor as it didn’t need anything adding, only a few personal touches for the groom and I.
Another thing I loved was that the ceremony room and wedding breakfast area are seperate so it ensures you day flows and no changing of a room during the day.
Oliver met us the day before our wedding and no request was too much, he took away all of the stress for Steve and I and it allowed us to be fully present with our guests.
The accommodation is beautiful and there is a big car park for guests to park the day / overnight. The venue felt like ours for the weekend and I’m sad to see other weddings there as it truly felt it was ours.
The catering from the hog and apple is also fantastic and you can tell the team work well together to make sure everything is smooth on the day.
I couldn’t recommend the venue enough - it was the first venue I looked at and being a bit of a perfectionist I knew I wouldn’t have found better. If you want a personal, family feel then The Norman’s is for you.
Thank you so so much to the team, Steve and I will never ever forget all of the effort that when into the day and how you made us feel.
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Georgina Sent on 05/01/2026Excellent wedding venue with a fantastic team
My husband and I got married at The Normans in December 2025 and we cannot recommend it enough as a venue.
We actually booked The Normans based on just my husband's viewing (I didn't see it until months later as we were living abroad), because he was so certain it was the perfect place. And he was right!
Oliver, Sharon and the whole Normans team are absolute pros at making sure everything runs smoothly (both in the run up and on the Big Day), and it was clear they really cared about each detail to make our wedding (and I suspect every single wedding they do) special. We didn't worry about a thing on the day because Sharon was masterfully managing everything for us.
The venue itself was beautiful - especially in the winter as the Christmas trees and lights everywhere made it utterly magical. But beyond that, one of the things we loved most about The Normans is that, because it is specifically a wedding venue, every single detail is considered for that purpose - from the wall of fairy lights in the Ceremony Barn, to the cottages on site (one with a getting ready room, as well as fancy hooks to hang your dress!), to how Oliver and Sharon manage the "flow" of the day with guests moving from space to space. The whole experience is incredibly intentional and well thought out.
Hog and Apple (the designated caterer) are also incredible and multiple guests said it was the best food they have ever eaten at a wedding.
Thank you to the whole Normans + H&A team for the most incredible day!
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