If you're looking for a rustic wedding venue with a difference in Devon then look no further than The Ashridge Great Barn. Nestled in a picture-perfect valley between green pastures and woodland, this is a truly enchanting place to say 'I do'.
The airy building, with 500 years of history, is extremely versatile. Whether you're looking to cover it in fairy lights, hang vintage bunting or fill it with floral details, this space can be transformed into your dream wedding venue. Every wedding is bespoke and exclusive and you will be given the barn for three days, meaning you can host a rehearsal dinner, prepare the space and relax after your big day with no rush and no stress.
The barn can seat 140 and has a maximum capacity of 200, so grand wedding breakfasts and evening receptions are always an option here. Before or after the ceremony you're also welcome to relax by the fire pit or chill out in the snug area, a great space for guests to catch their breath during the celebrations.
The Great Barn has an outdoor ceremony space in the gardens and a catering kitchen, as well as list of wedding suppliers at their fingertips, allowing you to choose a tried and trusted supplier to suit your needs and tastes. Great Barn staff will also be on-hand to help with the planning and preparation and to suggest how you can get the very best out of the magnificent space.
If The Ashridge Great Barn sounds like the perfect wedding venue for you, contact the friendly team to book an appointment or simply to find out more.
4 Reviews for The Ashridge Great Barn
Recommended by 100% of couples
Katherin R. · Married on 06/08/2017
Beautiful rustic barn
It was amazing to count on people like The Ashridge Great Barn team, they were very helpful and with professional staff that made everything easier for me and my husband, they also suggested me more things we could do or even places we could go with our guests. Apart from the fact that the view was unbelievably beautiful, we enjoyed the place and even our photographer and guests fell in love inmediately with the venue. Thank you very much from the bottom of our heart for making our special day even better.
Sent on 02/02/2018
The Ashridge Great Barn's reply:
Thanks for your kind words Kata - we really enjoyed hosting your wedding. It was so beautiful! Thank you for choosing the Ashridge Great Barn for your special day.Sonia L. · Married on 12/06/2021
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.
Sent on 27/06/2021
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!Scott · Married on 28/09/2019
Amazing wedding venue!
Amazing wedding venue, stunning barn & grounds for a perfect day!
Sent on 21/11/2019
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.
