Dunwell Farm

(30)
£5,795 - £5,795 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
5 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

For over a decade, Dunwell Farm has helped transform couples’ wedding visions into reality. Creating bespoke events and maintain a working farm is the heart of this venue. It’s truly unique wedding barn hosts lambing sheep in the winter and spectacular celebrations in the summer - each element of a wedding here has been curated to give guests the best countryside experience. From photo ops in-front of the sprawling views of Dartmoor, to sleeping in cosy luxury bell tents; each couple and their loved ones can truly relax in nature, knowing their special day is in the safe hands of an experienced events team. Included in the hire price of Dunwell Farm: 4 days/3 nights exclusive hire of the wedding venue 3-sided wooden barn (seats up to 150 seated, 200 standing), Marquee field (drinks tent included, with space for external company marquees if required) Campsite (30 pitches) incl toilet and shower block Choice of 3 licensed ceremony areas (barn, marquee site and campsite) Licensed bar and entertainment license on wedding day until 00:30 Catering room with washing up facilities and power Straw bales, fabric bale covers and trestle tables to seat up to 150 Fridge trailer Glassware (water, wine, champagne glasses and water jugs) No corkage charged (alcohol permitted to be brought by couple: 4 x alcoholic drinks/adult guest over the course of the wedding day) Staff on site throughout Experienced wedding planning assistance Trailer toilet by barn Fairy light canopy in barn, festoon lighting from barn to campsite Handmade bunting and wedding decorations £6500 (£500/day hire to add extra days to venue hire period) Ceremony-only hire: (one day) £800 Bell tents are priced separately – please enquire for details. NB Dunwell Farm is licensed to hold ceremonies May - September.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Libby Johns
Hi, Congratulations on your engagement - you must be so excited to start planning your wedding! If a chilled, outdoorsy, rustic wedding is the vibe you're after, we'd love to meet up and show you our venue. Our wedding barn is in agricultural use during the winter months so you'll need wellies and imagination if you visit us then - you might even see a lamb being born! Happy wedding venue-hunting. Libby and Pete x

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2014
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 30 and 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3

Overview of Dunwell Farm

Venue Type
Barn
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
5
Sleeps No. of People
24
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Church Within Walking Distance

Venue

Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Outdoor Reception Space
Bridal Changing Facilities
Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped Gardens
Disabled Access

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Dunwell Farm

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£5,795
Maximum Price
£5,795
Venue hire for exclusive use of barn, field, marquee and campsite for 4 days, 3 nights.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Couple accommodation included

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£5,795
Maximum Price
£5,795
Number of Guests Included
150
What is included in this pricing:
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Exclusive use

Reviews for Dunwell Farm
(30)

Mike & Claire
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
Best venue & wedding ever!* (*not just our opinion - the guests’ too!)
We stumbled upon Dunwell Farm as a wedding venue and were smitten. Dunwell is like a blank canvas, and had everything we wanted for our wedding day idea, and Libby and Pete couldn’t have been more helpful. We wanted a relaxed, festival style wedding - Dunwell provided the backdrop for this perfectly. Gorgeous grounds, including camping. All our guests have said it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to, and are still talking about it and Dunwell a year later - if we could afford it think they’d like it to be an annual event! Most of our guests’ social media profile pics now seem to be from Dunwell! Thank you so much Libby and Pete for all your support, and for offering your home so that people can have their perfect days 💚
Rachel & Rob
Happy couple married in June
July 2023
Ra Ra Fest
We had the best festival style wedding we could have wished for! Libby was fantastic and communicated every step of the wedding with us and was there on the day to ensure the best day ever. We also used the campsite for the weekend for a total festival feel with all our friend and family. Dunwell Farm is definitely highly recommended by us and our guests.
Stacey Smith
Wedding: June
July 2023
The Best of Devon
I’ve been lucky enough to visit Dunwell Farm on more than one occasion (I get very excited when an invite says Dunwell) each wedding has been different and truly special in their own way. The Barn has been transformed each time, different colour themes, flowers, beautiful dangly things from the beams, each table layout different enabling each couple to really make this venue their own. The Marquee spot is just breathtaking. Stunning views over the iconic Dartmoor, even on rainy days this has been a picturesque talking point. The best of it all…. You can stay in the beautiful bell tents and wake up the next morning with all your friends and family and reminisce and laugh about the day before. The loo and kitchen facilities are top notch too! The team at Dunwell Farm are nothing less than perfect. Anything you need from finding the loos to needing last minute pins to alter dresses. You name it we’ve asked for it and they’ve always had it! Being run on a family farm means the team really feels like a family. Would highly recommend for a wedding or even party venue!
Abby & Alex
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
Super relaxed wedding, exactly what we were after
The venue’s rules around corkage etc were relaxed which is exactly what we wanted. Libby & her husband Pete were super helpful and helped make our day exactly what we wanted it to be, stress free & super fun! Couldn’t recommend enough 😊
Anne-Marie
Wedding: June
July 2023
Absolutely fabulous wedding
Lovely venue...views fantastic. Brilliantly managed, everyone so friendly ...such a happy memorable day.Thank you
Mrs Hamilton
Wedding: September
July 2023
Amazing Venue, Stunning views
It was a superb venue for a wedding reception. My first ever wedding breakfast sitting on a hay bale. It was a rustic barn made beautiful with bunting and fairy lights. If you love nature and the outdoors, this venue is ideal. Stunning countryside views. What’s not to like! The most unique wedding that I’ve been to.
Tess & Luke
Happy couple married in June
July 2023
Exceptional Venue with Beautiful Views
Would certainly recommend Dunwell if you are looking for somewhere with a relaxed country feel with stunning views. Libby and Pete offered plenty of help in the lead up to the wedding and on the day itself to make everything went smoothly. The field with marquee was the perfect set up for a drinks reception and the barn was an ideal blank canvas to create our own party atmosphere in the evening! There is also a lovely campsite with toilet and shower block which made the wedding feel like a proper holiday - a beautiful place to hang out with family and friends!
Cat and Dave
Happy couple married in September
July 2023
Perfect wedding venue
Love this place- it offers so much. The perfect peaceful countryside venue with outstanding views of Dartmoor. The Johns’ will go above and beyond to make your day run smoothly- very practical people with an eye for detail. Couldn’t ask for more! We have been back as guests several times and every wedding has been unique and wonderful!
Laura Crouchley
Wedding: June
July 2023
The perfect Devon Day
As a wedding photographer, Dunwell Farm will always be my favourite Devon wedding venue. With stunning Devon views, the beautiful barn, the top marque, the well kept garden and even a campsite for guests, it really has everything and more. I always feel spoilt for choice for photo locations for my couples. It's humble, gloriously green and Pete and Libby always work so hard to ensure couples have the best day. Dunwell Farm is a Devon wedding dream.
David and Catherine
Wedding: July
July 2023
Wonderful team and venue
My wife and I were guests at a wedding at Dunwell farm. The venue was wonderful and it generated such a warm and personal atmosphere. What really caught our eye though was how much effort Libby and Peter put in to making this such a personal and wonderful day for the bride and groom. They worked so hard to make the personal touches really count and made the whole day go smoothly for everyone!

Location & Contact Details for Dunwell Farm

Wedding Venue Address

Ugborough, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0HL, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

It is best to enter 'Dunwell Farm' into the sat nav as the farm shares a postcode with a neighbouring farm.

Nearest Town

Ivybridge

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A38 junction

Nearest Train Station

Ivybridge or Totnes

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Dunwell Farm?

How can we answer that?! They've all been amazing! But maybe the first wedding reception we held in the barn could be my favourite..................as it was our own wedding!

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

Get the big things booked up, such as venue, registrars, caterers, entertainment and photographers, then fill in the personalised details. Remember that while planning a wedding can be a big job and can be stressful at times, it's also a lot of fun and but we're always on hand to help even at the planning stages and certainly on the day.

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

Personal favourite was a best-man's speech in the form of a rap - it was amazing!

Describe Dunwell Farm in 5 adjectives

Relaxed. Outside. Rural. Friendly. Views.

Where’s the best photo spot at Dunwell Farm?

Top of the field - a panoramic view of Dartmoor as your backdrop.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Dunwell Farm?

Does Roy the farm dog count?

What’s your favourite canapé?

A massive spread of snacks such as individual packets of crisps, jaffa cakes, party rings etc goes down so well - and if they're not all eaten, we bring them out again in the evening, where they're devoured by late night guests!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Pizza van!

What is Dunwell Farm most unique feature?

That we spend as much time lambing in the barn as we do partying! It's a privilege to be able to diversify the farm in such a fun way over the summer months and we've made some friends for life in couples who've got married with us.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our staff. They work their socks off and are friendly, fun and dedicated to the highest standard of customer care. I am immensely proud of them all and am frequently told by guests how their approachable attitude has made the day even more special. Nothing is too much trouble for them and I can't thank them enough.

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