Your questions, answered
Everything you need to know, gathered in one place. If your question is not here, just ask.
How many guests can you welcome?
The Crooked Barn is licensed for ceremonies of up to 85 and seats up to 60 for the wedding meal. Ivy Hall is licensed for ceremonies of up to 200 guests, seats a maximum of 200 for a sit-down meal, and is licensed to hold up to 250 people in the evening.
Are you licensed for outdoor ceremonies?
Yes. We are licensed for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. Outdoor ceremonies are held on the Ivy Hall lawn, surrounded by evergreen pine trees within our 21 acres. If the weather does not allow, we will simply move your ceremony into the barn.
What is included in venue hire?
Use of the Crooked Barn and/or Ivy Hall and gardens, your wedding coordinator and staff, tables and chairs, crockery, cutlery and glassware, white tablecloths, our fairy light canopy, a stage, a PA system and microphone, and use of the bridal dressing room.
Do we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes, the barn and/or hall are yours to enjoy. Eve’s bar remains open to the public.
Can we, and our guests, stay the night?
Yes. We have 22 bedrooms, including some suitable for families, as well as dog friendly and accessible rooms. Check-in is 2pm and check-out is 11am, with the option for early check-in from 12pm for £25.
What time does the celebration finish?
The party finishes at midnight, with the option to stay later until 1am for an extra £250. Live bands are welcome and connect to our PA system, which has a sound limiter set to a comfortable level for everyone.
Can we decorate the barn and hall?
Absolutely, you are welcome to decorate the barn and hall, as long as nothing can damage the walls or fixings. Candles are welcome, so long as they are in a lantern, candle holder or vase.
Is confetti allowed?
You are more than welcome to have confetti, we just ask that all confetti is biodegradable.
Can we use external caterers?
You have the freedom to choose the catering that is right for you, whether that is our trusted partner Funnells Kitchen or a caterer of your own choice, subject to our standard venue requirements.
Do you offer corkage?
Yes, you can supply your own wine for the tables. Corkage is £15 per bottle of wine.
How do we secure our date?
A £1,000 deposit secures your date. The best place to begin is a private viewing, which you can book below. Once you have visited and decided on your date, our wedding coordinator will be happy to guide you through the next steps.
Still have a question? Our team are always happy to help.