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£6,100 - £12,250 for Venue Hire
Up to 100
9 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Description
Description
The Ridgeway Barns is an exclusive wedding and events venue nestled in the heart of the North Wessex Downs, on the borders of Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. We specialise in three-day exclusive hire with farmhouse accommodation for up to 18 guests, to allow you to really make the most of your celebrations. We pride ourselves on creating a home-from-home atmosphere, giving you the time to gather with friends and family, and beautiful spaces in which you can celebrate. Whether you’re after an intimate wedding in the farmhouse or you want to party the night away in our 19th century threshing barn, we aim to provide you with the flexibility and support to celebrate your day ~ your way. Our dedicated events team will work with you to curate the day of your dreams, supporting you throughout your planning and working discretely to ensure your event runs smoothly on your big day. We are fully licenced for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, sale of alcohol and entertainment. Choose an intimate indoor ceremony for your nearest and dearest, a larger outdoor celebration under our gorgeous oak-framed gazebo while enjoying views down the valley, or marry in the rustic Threshing Barn. Keep it small and dine in the farmhouse, or include the barn to expand your celebrations. And if one day just isn't enough, invite everyone back the next day for a casual brunch or BBQ!
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Lou
Congratulations on your engagement, and thank you so much for considering our venue! We'd love to hear from you, and discover how we can help you make your wedding truly special.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2018
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of The Ridgeway Barns
Wedding Venue Type
Barn / Farm
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
120
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
9
Sleeps No. of People
18
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound system available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Wedding license
Wedding Venue Details
Landscaped gardens
Open Flame Permitted
Exclusive use
Marquee permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
On-site parking
Pet friendly
Bridal Changing Facilities
Wedding Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External catering permitted
Alcohol license
Pricing for The Ridgeway Barns
Pricing for The Ridgeway Barns
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Couple accommodation included
Guest accommodation included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included
Venue hire typically includes 3-day exclusive use of our farmhouse and gardens with accommodation for 15, allowing you to really make the most of your big day! You will have access to the venue from midday the day prior to your wedding, allowing you plenty of time to add those finishing touches, and enjoy a meal or drinks party with your nearest and dearest. On the day of your wedding, pamper yourself in the honeymoon suite while our dedicated events team ensure the arrival of suppliers and final preparations go smoothly. Hold your ceremony in the threshing barn or outside under the gazebo, before wining, dining and partying the night away in our beautiful gardens and threshing barn. And if one day just isn't enough, then invite your guests back for a relaxed brunch or BBQ the day after your wedding! You will be supported throughout the planning process and on the day of your celebrations by our dedicated events team. You are free to choose your own suppliers including marquee and caterers, but we have established relationships with a great selection of trusted partners to help you decide.
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Location & Contact Details for The Ridgeway Barns
Location & Contact Details for The Ridgeway Barns
Travel Notes
The best way to find us is to search for The Ridgeway Barns on Google, or What 3 Words ///shock.romantics.lasts ~ this will direct you to the farm entrance (on the left hand side as you head from Swindon to Aldbourne on the B4192), and you can follow the signs from there. If you use our postcode (SN4 0EB) please be aware that the turning for the farm is actually about 180m further down the road towards Aldbourne from where satnavs take you.
Nearest Town
Swindon / Marlborough / Hungerford
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M4 Junction 15
Nearest Train Station
Swindon (7 miles) / Hungerford (11 miles)
Nearest Airport
Bristol / Heathrow
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Ridgeway Barns?
Oh gosh, this is a toughy! Every wedding is so different, and we just love seeing how couples curate their day. Whether it's the food, the florals, the music, or just the amazing friends and family, we always have lots of fun on a wedding day.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Try to enjoy the planning process! Get creative and let your personalities shine through. If anything is feeling just a bit too overwhelming then remember, we're here to help you.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
It never ceases to amaze me the creative ways couples come up with displaying their seating plans - from beautiful stationary, to flowers to surf boards, they can be such a centre piece to greet your guests.
Describe The Ridgeway Barns in 5 adjectives
Relaxed, fun, welcoming, beautiful, natural.
Where’s the best photo spot at The Ridgeway Barns?
There are so many, and every photographer finds a new way to capture our couples and the venue. I just love watching how the seasons change the backdrop to our oak gazebo, with stunning views down the valley, across farmland and over to Sugar Hill.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Ridgeway Barns?
I'm certainly no spotter, but.. KT Tunstall! She headlined at the Summer Breeze festival held here in 2012 (okay, so not a wedding but let's not get too pernickety). And in summer 2024 we were lucky enough to be joined by Glastonbury veterans Stornoway at one of our weddings.
What’s your favourite canapé?
How can you possibly choose? Canapes are amazing!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Personally I don't think you can ever go wrong with a good wood-fired pizza - but what's your favourite topping?!
What is The Ridgeway Barns most unique feature?
Don't you just love waking up to those views?! Whether it's the green shoots of spring, the golden glory of late-summer, autumn harvest or a frosty winter morning, the views from the farmhouse and garden are just magical.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We've had the privilege of seeing so many fabulous couples get married and celebrate here, and the feedback from clients and guests couldn't be better.
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