£1,950 - £8,850 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
18 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Late Availability
Last Minute Dates Available
25% Off
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Seasonal Offer Available
Low Season 2-Day Hire
Merriscourt is a breathtakingly beautiful Cotswold wedding venue on the border of Oxfordshire & Gloucestershire. Home of Thomas Astor & his family, the three interlinking Cotswold wedding barns are exclusively for you & your guests to enjoy.
Merriscourt Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£1,950
Maximum Price
£8,850
The price of the venue hire differs in low and high season as well as on Bank Holiday weekends. Our low season is January - March and November - December. High season is April - October.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£75
Maximum Price
£150
Our catering price is from £75 per person for catering only.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Corkage charge applicable
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£75
Maximum Price
£160
Minimum Number of Guests
50
Our food & drink packages range in pricing, depending on how much is included. There is a minimum number of guests, dependant on the day of the week. Please enquire for more details on the specifics.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Canapés included
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Day before set up available
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Merriscourt Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Barn
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
18
Sleeps No. of People
35
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available

Venue

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

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Merriscourt Full Description
Merriscourt home of Thomas Astor and his family is nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds on the borders of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. The panoramic views are breathtakingly beautiful all year round and this makes Merriscourt a perfect location for your Wedding day. No two Weddings are the same at Merriscourt and the Event team pride themselves on listening to what our clients want and delivering their special requirements and wishes. Merriscourt combines traditional Cotswold style with elegant light, spacious interiors. It is the perfect environment for expressing your personality and creative ideas for your Wedding. Each of the barns are inter-connecting and open on to a beautiful flower-filled courtyard which means your guests are never too far from the celebrations. All three barns have their own individual characteristics giving your guests a surprise as they enter each barn.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Emily
Firstly, a huge congratulations on your engagement. We are delighted that you’re interested in celebrating your marriage here at Merriscourt, thank you so much for reaching out. Merriscourt is a breathtakingly beautiful wedding venue on the border of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. We can’t wait to get to know you a little better, so please enquire today to arrange a visit & get copies of our brochures & prices.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2008
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Reviews
(30)
O&J
Happy couple married in December
March 2024
You won't regret booking regret booking Merriscourt. We had the best day!!
Merriscourt is a truly stunning venue and was perfect for our winter wedding on NYE as they can host everything inside in the three barns with no need to go outside. The lovely accommodation is perfect for hosting the wedding party and means you can spread the celebrations over more than a day. Eva and Emily were a delight to work with and made planning soooo much easier. The planning meetings we had were so helpful and on the day Eva was amazing, ensuring everyone remained calm, and the day ran without a hitch. It is also worth noting that we found Merriscourt to be much more flexible, e.g. on decoration and corkage etc, than other wedding venues we looked at. The food was exceptional (we had lots of compliments from guests) and we hired their lovely Bentley which we would highly recommend.
Joe and Sam
Happy couple married in December
December 2023
Best day of our lives!
We cannot explain how amazing our wedding at Merriscourt was. The venue is absolutely stunning, with multiple rooms for guests to experience. Emily, Eva & Artur were absolutely fantastic at coordinating the whole day and we felt very comfortable. Emily knew intuitively what we needed on the day and when, giving us drinks and canapés to make sure we were eating enough! She always checked to see how we were doing. The accommodation is just out of this world. Cosy open fires, incredibly comfortable beds and fridges stocked with local produce were just a few of the things that made the stay so incredible. Our families all mentioned what a fantastic time they had. I hope more people know about Merriscourt in the future because it is beautiful. Thank you for giving us the wedding of a lifetime!
Response from the venue
Sam & Joe, Thank you so much for your lovely words - it was honestly a pleasure to host your wedding day. From your first viewing to your wedding day you have made us laugh throughout and been a joy to plan with. We wish you all the best for your long future together and hope you have a wonderful first Christmas together as husband & wife. Best Wishes, Emily x
Venue responded
Anna Hussey-Andrews
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
The best wedding venue!
Booking Merriscourt for our wedding was the best decision we could have made! Not only is the venue stunning (we fell in love with the stone barn the moment we saw it!), but the whole experience - from our first visit to the big day itself - exceeded all expectations. The team there are incredible and supported us every step of the way, with excellent communication and advice from the start. We always felt like we were in very safe hands! A special shout out to Eva who did such a fantastic job managing the day itself. She was such a warm and reassuring person to have around and really went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The service on the day was immaculate and everything ran like clockwork. The food was incredible! We went for a sharing menu and had a lot of fun choosing what to include (we were even able to include some tailor-made choices). It was the best food I’ve ever had at a wedding and several of our guests have said the same to me. Everyone went home very well fed! The accommodation was gorgeous and it was so special to be able to stay there the night before with our family and bridal party. We really did have the perfect day and cannot recommend Merriscourt enough!
Response from the venue
Thank you so much Anna & Matt, We are so pleased that you had such an incredible day and we cannot wait to see more amazing photos. Thank you for your beautiful words above and we wish you all the love, happiness and laughter for your long marriage ahead. Best Wishes, Merriscourt xx
Venue responded
Mother of the Bride
Wedding: October
October 2023
What a Wonderful Place
What a wonderful place. Our daughter recently got married at Merriscourt and the whole weekend went perfectly. The staff here are superb and do everything to ensure the wedding was a joy to attend. On the day the food and drinks were fantastic, the staff were always smiling. Emily and Eva ran everything so well, it all went so smoothly. Thank you so much for making the wedding so wonderful. You and the location are amazing.
Amber
Happy couple married in October
October 2023
The Most Incredible Day
Our wedding was the most incredible day we could have ever wished for. All of this is truly thanks to Merriscourt! The day was seamless, we didn't have to want or ask for anything. It was beyond perfect! The food was honestly the most amazing thing I have ever had too. Thank you to Merriscourt
Robert Benson
Wedding: September
October 2023
A stunning Cotswolds venue
A stunning Cotswolds venue with a spacious courtyard for entertaining guests (an ideal spot for some relaxing live music). The two main function rooms open into the courtyard so it's easy to make full use of the space at the venue. The traditional country décor inside is complimented by the beautiful variety of plants flowers outside, some of which are used in the delicious food served on site. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

Open Day

13th April 2024
We are delighted to welcome you to our open day on Saturday 13th April 2024 from 11am-2pm. Please enquire to register your space!

Open Day

11th May 2024
We are delighted to welcome your to our open day on Saturday 11th May 2024 from 11am - 2pm. Please enquire to register your space!
Merriscourt Location & Contact Details

Address

Sarsden , Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 6QX, England

Travel Notes

It's best to put our postcode into Apple or Google Maps & it will bring you straight into the heart of the farm!

Nearest Town

Chipping Norton

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M40

Nearest Train Station

Kingham Station

Nearest Airport

Birmingham Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at Merriscourt?

No two weddings are the same at Merriscourt. They are all equally as specially and incomparable.

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

Don't wear a watch! It is our job to keep track of timings and your job to enjoy your day!

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

We absolutely love the phone guest books! Such a fun activity for guests during the early evening, then hilarious messages once the drinks have been flowing a while...!

Describe Merriscourt in 5 adjectives

Picturesque, Peaceful, Elegant, Blank Canvas, Rural

Where’s the best photo spot at Merriscourt?

It's impossible to pick just one! With the Merriscourt Estate covering 500 acres of land, the couples photo opportunities and locations are endless! Though, the wedding lawn is particularly beautiful at sunset!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Merriscourt?

We like to keep discretion at the heart of our company's ethos and therefore would never divulge names.

What’s your favourite canapé?

You cannot beat honey & mustard chipolata! But, we love being creative so if you have an idea in mind then let us know and our Head Chef will work his magic

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

There's nothing better than grabbing a slice (or two!) of pizza after a couple of hours of dancing !

What is Merriscourt most unique feature?

We love that during our low seasons, we can offer couples exclusive 2 day use of our venue. Not a lot of venues can say the same.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are proudest of our incredible staff and everything they do to create the most magical day for our couples.