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Price: £3,500 – £21,999
Guests: 80
Bedrooms: 10
Description
Description
Country Ways is a totally bespoke venue where you have the whole complex to yourselves and the freedom to create your own dream wedding from the day you book to the Big Day itself. Country Ways gives you the opportunity to share a wonderful getaway experience with up to 120 of your friends and family in a stunning and very private location. With extensive gardens and ancient woodland, you can celebrate in style with the magnificent North Devon scenery as the backdrop for your special day. What could be better than the exclusive use of our 5 self-catering cottages, our outdoor ceremony area The Cedars, which provides a truly romantic and picturesque experience? As well as the choice of 2 beautiful Barns. Country Ways has 18 acres of woodland and 24 acres of stunning North Devon Countryside.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Tracey
From the moment you book until the day of your wedding we are here to support you. Sometimes this can be just to literally leave you alone to plan using your own creative ideas. However, we are always on hand to offer suggestions or help if needed. We also offer to help with all your Wedding Planning and dressing of the venue.
Whatever your needs, we will help you create the perfect bespoke wedding.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2019
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Overview of Country Ways
Wedding Venue Type
Barn / Farm
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
120
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
10
Sleeps No. of People
28
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding license
Confetti permitted
Sound system available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Please ask us for more information about all our facilities.
Dancefloor available
Wedding Venue Details
Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet friendly
Disabled access
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Marquee permitted
Wedding Catering
External catering permitted
You can choose any suppliers you like.
In-House Wine List
No corkage charge for own alcohol
Bar
Vegan catering
In-house catering
Hog Roast
Alcohol license
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Indian
African
Western / European
Caribbean
Latin / South American
Eastern European
Chinese / Japanese
Kosher catering
Halal catering
Cultural Specialists
Other
Pricing for Country Ways
Pricing for Country Ways
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
None of our packages are set in stone and can be altered to suit you. We can even create a completely bespoke package if you wish. We are always happy to discuss your budget and work alongside you to make memories that will last a lifetime.
Our prices for our packages are dependent upon the time of year chosen, the summer months are our peak season.
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- GGoogle04/11/2025World class & absolutely phenomenalWorld class & absolutely phenomenalWow wow wow we just celebrated the wedding of Georgia and Dan at Country Ways. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, everything was outstanding, Tracey and her team made the whole experience incredible for everyone who came. I cannot recommend Country Ways highly enough, if you don't book your wedding or celebration at Country Ways you are missing out on a world class experience! absolutely phenomenal!Wow wow wow we just celebrated the wedding of Georgia and Dan at Country Ways. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, everything was outstanding, Tracey and her team made the whole experience incredible for everyone who came. I cannot recommend Country Ways highly enough, if you don't book your wedding or celebration at Country Ways you are missing out on a world class experience! absolutely phenomenal!
- GGoogle Reviews24/10/2025The hosts were fabulous, as was the food and the aThe hosts were fabulous, as was the food and the aWe had a weekend stay here with family for my niece's wedding. The hosts were fabulous, as was the food and the accommodation. The setting is gorgeous too as long as you don't mind narrow lanes to get here. Ideal for a family. My kids loved the hot tubs! Everything you might want in the kitchen is there down to an air fryer. We had a weekend stay here with family for my niece's wedding. The hosts were fabulous, as was the food and the accommodation. The setting is gorgeous too as long as you don't mind narrow lanes to get here. Ideal for a family. My kids loved the hot tubs! Everything you might want in the kitchen is there down to an air fryer.
- GGoogle Review23/10/2025Tracey and her team are unbelievably good at what Tracey and her team are unbelievably good at whatWhere do we even begin… Tracey and her team are unbelievably good at what they do; they run such a tight ship and whilst working so hard, they manage to make it look like effortless and keep our special day/ weekend feel totally relaxed. It goes without saying how STUNNING this venue isWhere do we even begin… Tracey and her team are unbelievably good at what they do; they run such a tight ship and whilst working so hard, they manage to make it look like effortless and keep our special day/ weekend feel totally relaxed. It goes without saying how STUNNING this venue is
- GGoogle Reviews23/10/2025What a beautiful place and run very well run. What a beautiful place and run very well run.Went to a friend's wedding here, what a beautiful place and run very well run. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone. Went to a friend's wedding here, what a beautiful place and run very well run. I would definitely recommend this venue to anyone.
- GGoogle Reviews23/10/2025Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their calm Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their calmMore than we ever could have dreamed of! From the moment we arrived for the very first time, we knew this was the perfect place for our big day. Tracey and Amanda, and the rest of the team were absolutely incredible — so attentive, kind, and hardworking both in the lead-up to the wedding and on the day itself. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their calm professionalism made everything feel effortless. More than we ever could have dreamed of! From the moment we arrived for the very first time, we knew this was the perfect place for our big day. Tracey and Amanda, and the rest of the team were absolutely incredible — so attentive, kind, and hardworking both in the lead-up to the wedding and on the day itself. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their calm professionalism made everything feel effortless.
- BBobby & Victoria30/08/2025Our dream wedding Our dream weddingNothing was too much for Tracey and family at country ways, the day went so smoothly because of them and I’ve never felt so relaxed at a wedding which surprised me with it being our own. Everywhere you look it’s beautiful there, inside and out Nothing was too much for Tracey and family at country ways, the day went so smoothly because of them and I’ve never felt so relaxed at a wedding which surprised me with it being our own. Everywhere you look it’s beautiful there, inside and out
- TThe Cottams21/10/2024The most beautiful wedding venue with your very own fairy godparentsThe most beautiful wedding venue with your very own fairy godparentsWe got married at country ways in July and the whole weekend felt like a romance film. The photos below of venue, with its breathtaking views, luxury accommodation and beautiful new barn speak for themselves. But what really makes country ways incredible is Tracey, Peter and the family. Nothing at all, was too much, they made so many moments perfect, even spring out hiccups that we wouldn’t find out about for days! From our first viewing to the extra night we stayed just us, we felt like the only people in the world with our own fairy godparents. From printing speeches last minute, to the people management, it was so perfect. Perfect location and perfect hosts. We will be back! Thanks again for having us and making our time so special 🤍We got married at country ways in July and the whole weekend felt like a romance film. The photos below of venue, with its breathtaking views, luxury accommodation and beautiful new barn speak for themselves. But what really makes country ways incredible is Tracey, Peter and the family. Nothing at all, was too much, they made so many moments perfect, even spring out hiccups that we wouldn’t find out about for days! From our first viewing to the extra night we stayed just us, we felt like the only people in the world with our own fairy godparents. From printing speeches last minute, to the people management, it was so perfect. Perfect location and perfect hosts. We will be back! Thanks again for having us and making our time so special 🤍
- MMatt Holland17/10/2024The Country Ways family are simply amazingThe Country Ways family are simply amazingWe recently had our wedding at Country Ways in October 2024. The Country Ways family are simply amazing to put it simply and anyone looking for a countryside, small or large wedding with a chilled-out and relaxing venue should look no further, with Tracey and the families' expert helping hands . It's rumoured weddings can be stressful, but Country Ways and our providers took all of that away and it was as plain sailing and a joy. We recently had our wedding at Country Ways in October 2024. The Country Ways family are simply amazing to put it simply and anyone looking for a countryside, small or large wedding with a chilled-out and relaxing venue should look no further, with Tracey and the families' expert helping hands . It's rumoured weddings can be stressful, but Country Ways and our providers took all of that away and it was as plain sailing and a joy.
- TTrip Advisor15/08/2024Large family wedding.Large family wedding.Large family wedding. The attention to detail and a wealth of experience made our weekend one of fantastic memories 200 letters are not enough, Our daughters wedding so hired the whole place, cottages , yurts and main hall, big shout out to Tracy and Peter letting all 65 of us make it our home for the weekend. Accommodation was great with fully loaded kitchens, superb beds ,hot tubs ,views ,parking and just great hospitality from all involved. it is home from home and a little piece of heaven. GLarge family wedding. The attention to detail and a wealth of experience made our weekend one of fantastic memories 200 letters are not enough, Our daughters wedding so hired the whole place, cottages , yurts and main hall, big shout out to Tracy and Peter letting all 65 of us make it our home for the weekend. Accommodation was great with fully loaded kitchens, superb beds ,hot tubs ,views ,parking and just great hospitality from all involved. it is home from home and a little piece of heaven. G
- NNorton Family - Trip Advisor15/08/2024Best stay everBest stay everBest stay ever Thanks everyone at Country Ways for an excellent stay. The accommodations were spotless and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Hot tubs were brilliant and countryside so peaceful. You are the nicest people. Many thanks.Best stay ever Thanks everyone at Country Ways for an excellent stay. The accommodations were spotless and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Hot tubs were brilliant and countryside so peaceful. You are the nicest people. Many thanks.
Location & Contact Details for Country Ways
Location & Contact Details for Country Ways
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Getting to Country Ways
If you are following a Sat Nav , please put Country Ways and the postcode in (EX37 9BJ) or Little Knowle Farm and the postcode. It will then bring you to the top of the drive.
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Nearest Town
Barnstaple
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M5 Junction 27
Nearest Train Station
Umberleigh
Nearest Airport
Exeter
The North Devon Wedding Network Wedding Fair
11th January 2026
Calling all couples!
Join us for the Happily Ever After Wedding Show hosted by the North Devon Wedding Network
📅 Date: 11th January 2026
📍 Venue: Country Ways
🕙 Time: 10AM – 3PM
Plymouth Wedding Extravaganza
11th January 2026
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Every single wedding is unique because the couple are able to choose everything they love to make it special and personal to them. From the suppliers to the decorating of the venue and grounds and even the style of ceremony.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
If it's not in your heart then it's not right for you! Never compromise when it comes to your wedding day!
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
A Bassett Hound was the Best Man and spent the weekend wearing a smart black bow tie. We are a very dog-friendly venue!
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Breath-taking, magical, personal, bespoke, friendly
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
In front of The Corn Barn, The Cedars, and The Terrece Bar. As there is an uninterrupted panoramic view of the beautiful North Devon countryside.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
The team from children TV CBeebies
What’s your favourite canapé?
Mini Roast Beef and Yorkshire Puddings with horseradish
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
A locally made Scone with Clotted Cream and Jam
What is your venue's most unique feature?
You have exclusive use of the venue, with use of our 5 cottages
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Every single part of it, it is unique and very, very special
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