Monkton Barn

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£3,000 - £6,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 450
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Marlow countryside venue - Ancient barn, courtyard, Meadow, woodland, marquees. Let our brilliant crew deliver your vision; Ceremonies. Food - Fine dining to Fusion. Live music, festivals, glamping, fireworks, bonfires and late fun!
Monkton Barn Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£3,000
Maximum Price
£6,000
We host weddings throughout the year at Monkton Barn including weekdays and Bank Holidays. Options include Barn & Marquee use only, as well as the opportunity to add additional spaces to your event including use of our beautiful meadow and woodland dell. Day before set-up is available at an additional fee for Friday, Saturday and Sunday bookings. Fees based on a minimum of 75 guests.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
External caterers not permitted
Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£55
Maximum Price
£150
Catering is provided by our own catering and bar company Monkton's Rustic Table - offering a choice of formal and traditional menus, alongside an inspiring collection of more relaxed options including BBQs, hog roasts and sharing platters.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Corkage charge applicable
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included
Monkton Barn Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Barn
Dining Capacity
450
Reception Capacity
450
Usual Access Time
9:00AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Woodland and Meadow Ceremonies and Receptions

Venue

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

Food and Drink

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

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Monkton Barn Full Description
Monkton Barn is an established and independent family-run wedding venue set in the Buckinghamshire countryside, with far-reaching views across the surrounding fields and woodland. The venue consists of a delightfully converted barn set in a pretty courtyard, plus 10-acres of meadow and woodland beyond. Monkton Barn is licenced for Civil Ceremonies in the barn, main marquee, on the meadow and in our woodland dell. Although you are also very welcome should you choose to marry in a nearby church or registry office. Monkton's Rustic Table We are proud to offer clients an exciting choice of food and drink, brought to you by Executive Chef, James Knight and his team. Our inspiring menus combine hearty traditional fare, with elegant fine-dining and a choice of service style to suit your event. More About Monkton Barn The Hen House! Make yourself at home in our bridal preparation room, just a few steps from the barn. The Tasting Room! A welcoming space created for private food tastings and Planning Parties. The Monkton Lane Brewery! Producing Barnstomer IPA, our own tasty real ale Private Woodland Space! Connect with nature in our enchanting woodland dell. Available for outdoor wedding ceremonies and festival-style parties under the stars! Wedding Photography You have the option of working with Wendy Aldiss; Award-winning Professional Wedding Photographer and Co-owner of the venue. She knows all the best places to capture your day! Location We are privileged to be based in the stunning Chiltern Hills, just a few minutes' drive from the pretty riverside town of Marlow. London & Heathrow are 40 minutes' drive and both the M40 and M4 are easily accessed. We have ample parking for all your guests and cars can be left overnight.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Peter & Wendy Aldiss and the Monkton Crew
Hello from Monkton Barn! After welcoming hundreds of clients over 15-years, we know a thing or two about what makes a wedding special, and its different in every case! Whatever your dream, we can't wait to welcome you to this charming oasis in the Buckinghamshire countryside, where dream weddings are made. Our lively team at Monkton's Rustic Table & Monkton Lane Brewery; our own hospitality, catering, bar & Brewery operations, will conjure up & serve the magic ingredients for your wedding!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
7
Reviews
(72)
Zoe & Aaron
Happy couple married in June
June 2023
The location delivered on all its promises...
To Peter, Owen, Josh, James and all the rest of the magnificent team - thank you! The location delivered on all its promises; transporting our guests between moments of ethereal tranquility and sun-drenched verdant jubilation! We had the most wonderful day. We have hardly the words to express what a magical, fun-filled day it was. All the love in our contingent, reflected and amplified by this place and people keeping it running. We wish the day had lasted a month! Thank you for everything.
Will & Claire
Happy couple married in June
June 2023
Truly special - couldn't recommend you enough 🙂
To Josh and the Monkton team! Thanks for the most amazing day - every guest was commenting on how perfect each detail was, none more than Claire and myself! Truly special - couldn't recommend you enough 🙂 All the best Will & Claire xxx
Izzy & George
Happy couple married in June
June 2023
Thank you for the most amazing party...
To Josh, Owen & all the team, Thank you for the most amazing party and arranging such beautiful weather for our wedding! All of us guests (and I think staff!) had a fantastic time!
Katie & Dan
Happy couple married in June
June 2023
Thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts...
We’d just like to say thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts for such an incredible day. The weather certainly played its part but so did every single one of you at the venue. The last-minute changes 24-hours before the main event were a bit stressful but you all worked so hard to make it happen and it turned out to be such a blessing in disguise. Josh - thank you for all your help on the build-up; especially the quick turnaround the day before - and for working so hard on the day.
Hannah & Chris
Happy couple married in May
June 2023
5 stars for everything!
To Monkton Barn, WOW O WOW! What an amazing day! Thank you for making everything go so smoothly! 5 stars for everything! Many thanks, Chris + Hannah xxx
Katie & Aidan
Happy couple married in May
June 2023
You all made our day so special...
To all of the Monkton Barn team, Thank you for all your support in planning our big day! You all made our day so special. We had a bit of a dramatic start to the day but you were all so attentive and supportive, which kept me as the bride, very calm. Thank you to the chef and his team for the absolutely fantastic food! We have had so many compliments from our guests - who loved both the style and flavours. It was a beautiful day! Love - Katie & Aidan
Monkton Barn Location & Contact Details

Address

Monkton Lane, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 3RF, England

Travel Notes

You'll find us at the end of a country lane; keep your eyes peeled for some of our wildlife neighbours as you drive up!

Nearest Town

Marlow

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M40 - Junction 4

Nearest Train Station

Marlow

Nearest Airport

Heathrow

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Monkton Barn?

A civil ceremony in the barn, then across to the meadown for a village-fete styled reception with garden games, canapés and a saxophonist. This was followed by an Italian-themed marquee wedding breakfast. In the evening, a total of 140 guests returned to the meadow for a full-on festival themed party, including a big top marquee and staging for not just one, but 4 bands who performed over the course of the night! The event finished with fabulous fireworks, with many guests camping/glamping (including a hearty breakfast the following morning)! It was a truly brilliant and fun event to be part of.

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

Make sure to take full advantage of our fun and helpful wedding Planning Parties, as well as enjoying the luxury of a menu tasting in our cosy, private tasting room - your own private dinner party!

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

The Groom's excitement at planning their own labelled wedding ale, straight from our onsite brewery!

Describe Monkton Barn in 5 adjectives

Flexible, spacious, relaxed, fun and unique.

Where’s the best photo spot at Monkton Barn?

From the meadow, with views over the stunning Chiltern Hills.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Monkton Barn?

Yes, many celebrity clients and guests; including rock stars performing impromptu at their friends' parties and weddings!

What’s your favourite canapé?

A quail's egg blini with pancetta, truffle and chive. Just delicious.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Our delicious freshly made pizzas - always a welcome treat, especially after lots of dancing!

What is Monkton Barn most unique feature?

Our 10-acre meadow set in the stunning Chiltern Hills, with fantastic far-reaching views - Windsor Castle has been spotted on a clear day.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our reputation. We love what we do and we fully embrace and encourage the visions and dreams of all who choose Monkton Barn for their wedding, party or celebration!