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By Louise Baltruschat Hollis
Image by Paul Fuller Kent Photography // Modern Rose Gold Barn Wedding
As part of a brand new series here on Whimsical Wonderland Weddings, I want to start featuring a focus on different types of venues. I know just how hard and large of a decision it can be to choose a wedding venue, so I want to be here to inspire and guide you. First up, we’re looking at characterful, historic barn venues.
Now if you are a regular visitor to my pages, you’ll know I just love a barn wedding, in fact, I’ve featured hundreds of barn weddings on the site, I’m super lucky I know. There is just something about the rustic beams, high ceilings and surrounding countryside that make my heart sing. They are just perfect for beautiful country weddings and it’s no wonder they are proving more and more popular.
New barn wedding venues are popping up all the time, to accommodate for their high demand. They are usually a blank canvas, which means no matter your theme or vibe they can suit your day.
Here are some of the fave barn wedding venues I’ve featured here on the blog, up and down the UK.
A stunning grade two listed barn set in gardens complete with a lake, orchard and woodland. I love it’s high ceilings and rustic beams.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Rebecca Douglas via Joyful Warm & Cosy Autumn Barn Wedding
A modern, luxury barn venue, which is a real blank canvas. I love the option to marry outdoors beneath their wooden arbour too.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Jonathan Ellis via Silvery Grey Nature Inspired Wedding
Gypsy caravan accommodation, wandering farm animals and beautiful ceremony locations. Not to mention a fabric-draped barn perfect for dreamy wedding receptions.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Peter Hugo via Rustic Relaxed Cornflower Blue Barn Wedding
Set on a working farm, this barn venue is truly authentic. It’s also an exclusive-use venue so you can be assured it’s all yours for the day.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Joe Mather Photography via Colourful DIY Floral Luxe Barn Wedding
Three barns, three options, which means the ultimate in flexibility and choice. Their accommodation is just gorgeous too.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Summer Lily Studio via Pastels & Gold Pretty Summer Barn Wedding
A restored old dairy set in the beautiful South Downs National Park. Light airy space with a luxe feel, plus there is ample accommodation with a private honeymoon suite.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Camilla Arnhold via Natural & Rustic Daisy Filled Wedding
This is the perfect space for a quirky outdoor wedding, with a glamping village, woodland ceremony area and of course the stone barns. Wow.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Emily Hannah via Beautiful Woodland Glade Wedding
A barn venue set in a family estate of over 1000 acres, the barns are modern and light. Plus there is an orangery and gorgeous gardens.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Kerrie Mitchell Photography via Pretty & Light English Country Garden Wedding
Castle Barn is just so charming and full of character. Plus you can tie the knot in the open air under the Victorian Summerhouse. Stunning.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Devlin Photos
This venue based in the West Midlands was originally a grain store and was restored for weddings with style. There are multiple spaces to choose from and luxury accommodation.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Kayleigh Pope Photography via Copper Dusky Lilac & Grey Rustic Barn Wedding
I love how characterful Bassmead Manor Barns is, I mean just look at those beams and the rustic wooden floor. Positioned in a medieval moat, the venue is surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Sung Blue Photography via Romantic Soft Pastels Barn Wedding
Do wedding venues get any more whimsical? This beautiful barn location has its own carousel.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Silver & Light via Quirky Teal & Gold Barn Wedding
There isn’t really much not to love about the ambient space at Pimhill Barn in Shropshire. Really make it your own with a canopy of lights like the wedding below.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Bridgwood Wedding Photography via Quirky Crafty Rustic Barn Wedding
This Natural Trust property is bursting with charm and country style. Airedale Barn really is a breathtaking space and it can be transformed with decorations and lighting aplenty too.
Image by Tobiah Tayo Photography via Eclectic & Whimsical Foliage & Edison Lights Wedding
Once a working dairy farm The Cow Shed is now a venue based in Crail. It also boasts being 90% powered by wind, solar and recycled battery, perfect for eco-conscious couples.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Harper Scott Photo via Twinkling Rustic DIY Barn Wedding
This venue offers exclusive use of the farm with ample accommodation, they only hold 16 weddings per year. So you can be sure to receive a bespoke service.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Eleanor Jane Weddings via Chilled Country Boho White & Green Wedding
This farm setting boasts a stunning stone barn with views across South Wales. Plus holiday cottages for you and your guests to stay overnight.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Rachel Lambert Photography via Natural & Earthy Greenery Home Made Wedding
A rural venue set in the Surrey countryside. I love this barn venue’s restored series of barns and beautiful grounds.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Sophie Duckworth Photography via Magical & Fun Outdoor Barn Wedding
The venue is a third-generation working family farm and its owners got married here, which is how the wedding venue was founded. I love its courtyard, perfect for al fresco drinks.
Image by Bloom Weddings via Rustic Charm Meets Contemporary Pastel Barn Wedding
An award-winning 17th-century stone barn with beautiful grounds. The large venue has space for 250 seated guests.
Image by Barney Walters via Eclectic Outdoor Summer Barn Wedding
A long-established venue with scenic views and exclusive use.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Gareth Newstead via Rustic Barn Red & Gold Glam Wedding
We love that fairy lights permanently light up this characterful barn setting and it’s the perfect blank canvas for any wedding style.
Image by Radek Makar via Whimsical & Modern Rustic Barn Wedding
Inside and out, this barn venue is just magical. Flagstone floors, stone walls and beams all add authentic charm.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Paul Fuller Kent Photography via Modern Rose Gold Barn Wedding
We just love the feature fireplace which you can get married against, perfect for cosy wintry weddings.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Chris Randle via Dreamy & Natural Boho Barn Wedding
Atmospheric and cosy is how I’d describe this barn venue. Festooned in fairy lights it looks magical.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Emilie May Photography via Exquisite Relaxed & Rustic Barn Wedding
The dramatic high doors open onto a majestic barn space which is perfect for contemporary and rustic wedding days alike.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Casey Avenue Photography via Flowery Bohemian Secret Garden Wedding
An exclusive-use barn wedding venue with on-site accommodation to hold your wedding all in one place. The gardens are pretty and the indoor spaces are beautiful.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Jonny MP via Rustic Greenery & Dove Grey Country Barn Wedding
Set in the gorgeous Hertfordshire countryside, this vast barn is both stylish and practical for weddings.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Lola Rose Photography via Pretty Pale Blue & Gold Fairy Lit Barn Wedding
Set just outside of Bedford, this hotel boasts a historic barn on its grounds, for the best of both worlds, modern meets old.
Image by Kirsty Mackenzie Photography via Whimsical Romantic Barn Wedding
Licensed for both civil ceremonies and receptions, this venue means you can stay in one place all day long. Plus it has exclusive use with in-house caterers.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Faye Cornhill via Simple Elegant & Pretty Barn Wedding
These 18th-century barn buildings are just perfect for weddings and special occasions. Vaulted ceilings and dreamy lighting add real wow factor.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Jenny Macare via Rustic Red Spring Barn Wedding
Three interlinking barns make up Merriscourt in the Cotswolds. We love the outstanding views and stone-walled buildings.
Featuring in real weddings here.
Image by Alexandra Jane Photography via Unconventional & Beautiful Country Cotswolds Barn Wedding
Picturesque Norfolk countryside surrounds the barns with a secret garden for outdoor ceremonies too.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Megan Duffield Photography via Fun Fusion Orange Country Barn Wedding
A listed Kentish barn, which is nestled in the heart of the countryside. A rural venue with real character and charm.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Sarah-Jane Ethan via Rustic Summer Country DIY Barn Wedding
With a maximum capacity of 300 guests, you can host a right roaring party in these rustic, authentic barns.
Featuring in real weddings here.
Image by Sugarbird Photography via Whimsical Wedding by the Sea & a Rustic Barn Reception
A fully licensed venue, which means you can host your whole day in this spectacular location.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Helen Russell Photography via Stylish Pastel & Rustic Barn Wedding
A 16th Century barn with so much charm and history. The most romantic of settings.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Lucie Watson Photography via Tropical Boho Luxe Barn Wedding
A beautifully restored barn, which is light with large barn doors that open onto the courtyard, perfect for al fresco drinks.
Featured in real weddings here.
Image by Alexandra Jane Photography via Rustic Copper Spring Barn Wedding
A brick barn with high ceilings, which is a real blank canvas, perfect for any wedding style.
Image by Joshua Patrick Photography via Ethereal Alternative Country Barn Wedding with a Dark Moody Sky
How beautiful is this modern and rustic converted barn? Perfect for a barn wedding with a twist.
Photo: Hannah Barnes Photography via Stennack Farm Wedding
So there you have it. Forty of my favourite featured wedding barns up and down the UK. I do love a barn affair and I am sure you'll be a convert after looking through these remarkable venues.
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