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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: March 2026

Whistle Barns is a wedding venue in Heanor, Derbyshire. This stunning establishment has everything you need to enjoy a spectacular, joyous, laughter-filled, unforgettable wedding day.

Guests enjoy a pre-wedding drink in the Engine Room, your private pub, before heading into the iconic ceremony space, featuring a double staircase for the grandest entrances.

Explore the inspiring grounds and make the most of the stunning lake, waterfront decking, vintage train carriage and traditional redbrick pub as unique backdrops for your photographs.

Relax and enjoy lakeside dining before hitting the dance floor or retiring to a cosy corner to catch up with friends.

  • Brand New Wedding Venue
  • Exclusive Use - All Yours, All Day
  • Supply Your Own Drinks Option
  • Friendly, Experienced Wedding Specialists
  • Iconic double-staircase ceremony barn.
  • Outside Ceremony Space
  • Onsite Guest Accommodation
  • Free Wedding Night Suite
  • Licensed for up to 150 guests
  • Convenient location on the border of Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Pub or restaurant
Barn
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

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

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
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Reviews for Whistle Barns

Becky
Becky Sent on 15/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The most stunning venue

When we walked in to this venue, it was still being built. But from the video on the laptop we knew it was the one for us and we were sure as hell right. The place is beautiful. With a staircase entrance for the bridal party in a stunning ceremony room. Everyone commented on how gorgeous it really was. Food was lush too! And the staff are just so nice and helpful. No job was too big or too small. Always friendly and smiling. Big shout out to Paige who was our events manager she was just so lovely and definitely put a stressed bride at ease! We would 100000% recommend this venue. THE BEST DAY EVERRRR
Alice
Alice Sent on 06/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely venue

When we went to have a look around Whistle Barn it was a lovely venue with a unique feel! Each room had a different vibe for different parts of your day.
Eva
Eva Z. Sent on 10/02/2025
4.6 out of 5 rating

Hired for wedding

The whole process of booking and arranging viewings was staight forward and rays. Any enquiries we had were sorted in simple email or phone call. So excited for our big day with them and hope the great service we've had from them continue till we have our wedding there next year.
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Whistle Barns Real Weddings

Eva & Michael
24 photos · 25/03/2026

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Whistle Barns Wedding Venue DE75 7JF Heanor (Derbyshire)
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