The Great Barn

The Great Barn

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Ashton, Devon, Tel: 01647 252552

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The Great Barn, known as the “thatched cathedral,” offers a breathtaking setting for weddings with its 45ft vaulted oak ceiling and elegant, blank canvas interior. Licensed for marriages and civil partnerships, it’s set within a private estate with a medieval courtyard and walled gardens — perfect for drinks, photos, and a truly exclusive celebration in stunning surroundings.

Spring dreams at The Great Barn

Special late availability rates for spring 2026 dates

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Late availability offer at The Great Barn

Planning a winter wedding? Enjoy the magic of The Great Barn this December with a generous discount

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The Great Barn, known as the "thatched cathedral" is licensed for both marriages and civil partnerships. The sheer scale of the vast 45ft vaulted oak ceiling provides a spectacular backdrop for your most important of days, while its chic, clean interior is a blank canvas for you to create exactly the look you want. Outside, the medieval courtyard and beautiful walled gardens are perfect for drinks and photographs. Surrounded by the Place Barton private estate, exclusivity and privacy are guaranteed.


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Spring dreams at The Great Barn

Spring dreams at The Great Barn

Special late availability rates for spring 2026 dates

Spring 2026 late availability at The Great Barn

Spring 2026 late availability at The Great Barn

A handful of spring 2026 dates are still available at The Great Barn—and we’re offering reduced venue hire rates to fill the remaining slots.

Morning Magic

Getting-ready inspiration for the bridal party

A celebration of sisterhood and the joy of getting ready together at The Great Barn

Wedding at The Great Barn, Devon

All That Glitters

Beth and James’s vibrant winter wedding at The Great Barn

Late availability offer at The Great Barn

The Great Barn late availability offer – December 2025

Planning a winter wedding? Enjoy the magic of The Great Barn this December with a generous discount

Wedding at The Great Barn, Devon

Heaven in Devon

Charlie and Matt’s summer wedding at The Great Barn

Luxe is in the air

Wedding styling: elegant, modern barn wedding

Modern elegance styled with lush greenery, dark accents & luxe texture at The Great Barn

Breathtaking natural beauty at The Great Barn

Breathtaking natural beauty at The Great Barn

Wedding at The Great Barn, Devon

White Wedding

Brodie and Ollie's modern white wedding at The Great Barn

Wedding Dresses Devon | The Great Barn | Emma Solley Photography

In the Garden

The Great Barn, a romantic rural idyll in the heart of Devon, makes the dreamiest of backdrops for daintily detailed gowns in the softest chiffon and silk