COUNTRY CLASSICS Our roundup of some of the region’s loveliest barn venues THE RIDGEWAY BARNS 01793 791 746 | https://theridgewaybarns.co.uk The Ridgeway Barns is an award-winning wedding and events venue in the heart of the North Wessex Downs. The site features a beautiful 19th-century threshing barn, glorious gardens with stunning views and luxury farmhouse accommodation for 18. Welcome your guests into the spectacular glass atrium, say “I do” beneath the gorgeous oak-gazebo and host your drinks reception on the lawn while taking in the stunning views. Later in the day, move through to the rustic threshing barn for feasting and dancing the night away. The venue specialises in multi-day hire. For weekend weddings, it offers three-day exclusive hire including accommodation, allowing you to really make the most of your wedding gathering with your closest friends and family the night before your big day, and extending celebrations into the Sunday if you wish. One-day, one-night and two-night options are available midweek. Set among paddocks and fields of barley, oats and wheat, The Ridgeway Barns is at the heart of a working farm, with far-reaching views across rolling hills and the ancient Ridgeway Trail. The landscaped gardens include expansive lawns surrounded by blossoming roses, the oak-framed gazebo and an ancient wisteria adorning the front of the Georgian farmhouse. Ceremonies can be hosted in the aforementioned gazebo for 120 guests. The Threshing Barn can host the same number for the “I dos” allowing you to exchange vows beneath the lovely oak beams. The Ceremony Room with space for 24 nearest and dearest is ideal for more intimate ceremonies indoors. Alternatively, the Stretch Tent can accommodate 80 and is a great just-in-case when the weather isn’t quite on your side. It still offers stunning views. Receptions take place in the Threshing Barn and gardens for 100 dining and 120 evening guests. As an exclusive-use venue, you and your guests will have the whole venue to use for your celebrations. Reception drinks typically take place among the glorious gardens when the weather is fine, or in the Barn when it’s a little cooler. The stretch tent, included for weddings between May and September, provides an additional covered outdoor space. Venue hire includes support from the dedicated events team, both throughout the wedding planning journey and on the day to ensure you can fully relax and enjoy. You’re also free to choose your own caterers and other suppliers, but the team is always on hand to provide recommendations. www.storyboxfilms.co.uk www.storyboxfilms.co.uk 19 BARN VENUES
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