- With 38 (yes, 38!) different gardens to choose from, the photographic opportunities at Barnsdale Gardens are endless: traditional family and group shots on manicured lawns; romantic pictures in the Woodland Walk and Japanese Garden; or some quirky wheelbarrow shots on the Allotment, the choice is yours! - Whether you want a pretty-as-a-picture setting for the wedding photos or a unique outdoor space for the whole event from ceremony to reception, it's all possible at Barnsdale Gardens. - Nestled within the Gardens our outdoor arbour is licensed for civil ceremonies. Our lawn area can accommodate either a marquee or 2 Giant Kata tepees with capacity for a seated reception for up to 120 people (layout dependant), we offer the flexibility to create a wedding that is truly unique. - Couples bring in their own suppliers, from caterers and marquee hire to florist and planners, or work with the Barnsdale team and our list of trusted suppliers. - Each wedding is unique so planning and packages are flexible, aiming to fit your requirements.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Charlotte

Firstly a big congratulations on your engagement or welcome if your browsing for that question soon to be 'popped!' ;) From everyone at Barnsdale Gardens we look forward to meeting you and can't wait to hear about all your plans for your big day. Please do get in touch for a personal show or if you have any questions! x

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1980

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Barnsdale Gardens

Wedding Venue Type

Garden / Outdoor

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

140

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens

Marquee Permitted

Disabled Access

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Water View

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Barnsdale Gardens

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£800 - £4,250

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Reviews for Barnsdale Gardens
(7)

Amanda Dawson

Happy couple married in September

December 2023

Fabulous

Everything at Barnsdale was exactly what we wished for. We wanted a relaxed small wedding and it was fabulous. Charlotte and her team were brilliant and made everything easy. The food was excellent and the gardens beautiful. All our guest loved it too. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this wonderful, special place.

Lucy Richardson

Happy couple married in August

August 2022

Amazing wedding day

We had such an incredible wedding day at Barnsdale Gardens. Charlotte the wedding coordinator was so friendly and helpful. She made everything run so smoothly on the day. A beautiful venue and we couldn’t have been happier with how it all went. It was brilliant that we had the flexibility to do things how we wanted them. Barnsdale were very easy to work with. The whole thing felt so relaxed.

Paula and Tony

Happy couple married in August

March 2021

Thank you for going above and beyond for us!

We just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all your expertise in planning our wedding day. It went absolutely beautifully down to the little details. It wouldn't have been possible without all your help and support!

Nick and Steph

Happy couple married in May

March 2021

The Gardens Looked Stunning!

Thank you so much for all you did to make our wedding day wonderful! The gardens looked stunning and the food was delicious.

Claire Maxted

Happy couple married in August

December 2018

The best, most fun garden wedding you could hope for

Barnsdale Gardens is a wonderful place to get married - Charlotte and Nick take care of you beautifully. The gardens are exquisite for plenty of lovely photographs, and the ceremony in the conservatory is more intimate, less formal, very moving but fun, all at the same time! - just how we wanted it. Very highly recommended, I loved our wedding day so much, it was the perfect place for us.

Claire & Steve

Happy couple married in August

August 2018

Beautiful Gardens

Thanks for a fantastic wedding at your beautiful gardens, it was utterly perfect and we had the best day ever!

Gemma and Tom

Happy couple married in January

April 2017

The day couldn't have gone any better.

"We were so thrilled with how our wedding day went at Barnsdale Gardens. We didn't want a typical wedding venue, and Barnsdale allowed us to create our own day in beautiful settings."

Location & Contact Details for Barnsdale Gardens

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Phone

Wedding Venue Address

The Avenue, Exton, Oakham, Leicestershire, LE15 8AH, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Near Rutland water, located close to the A1.

Nearest Town

Oakham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

Nearest Train Station

Oakham

Nearest Airport

East Midlands

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Barnsdale Gardens?

All of them ;) I personally love seeing how each couple puts there own stamp on each wedding! Although the mini golf was definitely a crowd pleaser!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Firstly, take time out of your big day for the two of you! Secondly, Choose things you and your partner love and don't get caught up worrying about how weddings are 'normally' done and the great great aunt your mum wants you to invite!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Has to be the craft packs for the children, great to keep them entertained!

Describe Barnsdale Gardens in 5 adjectives

Bespoke, flexible, rustic, picturesque, unique

Where’s the best photo spot at Barnsdale Gardens?

With 38 individual Gardens there is too many to choose from! Its a tough choice between the garden bridge (it doesn't sound fancy but its a great spot!) or our pelargonium greenhouse!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Barnsdale Gardens?

Now that would be telling....... although the gardens is slightly famous?!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Anything with cheese!!!!...

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Everyone love cheesy chips topped with bacon right? Can you tell my favourite food is cheese?

What is Barnsdale Gardens most unique feature?

We can't stop saying it but it has to be the 38 individual gardens!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The relaxed atmosphere with a beautiful backdrop!

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