Rustic Barn & Outdoor Wedding Venues in West Berkshire: 9 of the Best
Introduction
If you’re dreaming of a wedding with warm wood beams, wild gardens, open skies, and dancing under fairy lights, West Berkshire is the perfect place to say, “I do.” This corner of the Thames Valley is home to some of the most magical boho wedding venues in England — from historic barns with character to wide-open countryside spaces. Whether you want an elegant rustic barn wedding, an open-air ceremony by the river, or a festival-style wedding beneath canvas tipis, you’ll find it here. Around Newbury and its surrounding villages, there are hidden gems that lend themselves beautifully to outdoor wedding venues and relaxed countryside weddings, giving you the freedom to style your day with dried florals, natural textures, and your own creative vision.
Venue Profiles
Here's our top 9 rustic and boho wedding venues in West Berkshire — from Aldermaston to Lambourn, Hungerford to Pangbourne — each with their own charm, flexibility, and countryside character.
The Old Mill, Aldermaston
Description & Venue Space:
The Old Mill is a family-run riverside barn venue set on 22 acres of gardens along the River Kennet. The venue offers multiple spaces: the Stable Room (for more intimate ceremonies), the Conservatory that boasts panoramic river views, and an outdoor Patio for ceremonies. The Mill, Bar, and Conservatory are used for wedding breakfasts, and the gardens and grounds for photographs.
Capacity:
Ceremony / Wedding Breakfast up to 94 guests; evening receptions up to 180. Stable Room ceremonies up to 70.
What’s Special:
Exclusive use of the venue and grounds. Riverside scenery and gardens. Choice of indoor or outdoor ceremonies (Patio, Conservatory). Facilities include chairs, tables, glassware. Emphasis on bespoke weddings and styling freedom.
Contact Details:
o Website: theoldmillaldermaston.co.uk
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 0118 971 2365
o Email: enquiries@theoldmillaldermaston.co.uk
The Barn at Herons Farm, Pangbourne
Description & Venue Space:
Herons Farm is a country retreat surrounded by 450 acres of farmland, woodlands, and meadows. Venues on site include a rustic barn (Main Barn), Pavilion on the Lawn, Walled Garden, Yellow Barn, Herons Hall, and The Courtyard—each offering something unique. Beyond the barn, Herons Farm opens out into rolling farmland, paddocks, and meadows, giving couples the chance to extend their celebrations outdoors.
Capacity:
Ceremony / Wedding Breakfast from 30 to 100 guests. Overnight accommodation available for up to 45 guests.
What’s Special:
Multiple flexible spaces so you can mix indoor and outdoor. The scenic farmland and woodland offer lots of opportunity for dramatic photographs. Rustic character is strong (17th-century barns with original features). Great privacy.
Contact Details:
o Website: heronsfarm.co.uk
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 07535 660622
o Email: nicky@heronsfarm.co.uk
Wasing Park, Aldermaston
Description & Venue Space:
Set within a private 4,000-acre estate, Wasing Park combines historic character with modern design. Couples can choose from a range of ceremony spaces: the light-filled Garden Room, the enchanting Victorian Summerhouse for outdoor vows, the 15th-century St Nicholas’ Church on the estate, or the striking Castle Barn with its red-brick tower and vaulted interiors. The Castle Barn is also the main space for wedding breakfasts and evening receptions, whilst the gardens and grounds provide stunning backdrops for photographs.
Capacity:
Ceremony / Wedding Breakfast up to 160 guests, evening celebrations up to 250. Overnight accommodations available for up to 64 guests.
What’s Special:
Exclusive-use venue blending rustic and contemporary features. Multiple licensed spaces offer real flexibility, from historic chapels to modern barns and outdoor gardens. Extensive on-site accommodation means guests can stay overnight, turning your day into a full weekend celebration.
Contact Details:
o Website: wasing.co.uk/weddings
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 0118 907 0199
o Email: wasing@wedding-venues.co.uk
Ufton Court, Ufton Nervet
Description & Venue Space:
Ufton Court is a historic Grade I listed Tudor manor house set in about 16 acres of enchanting grounds, with woodland, gardens, courtyard, and rustic barns. The venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception spaces: the 16th-century Tithe Barn (with oak beams and large barn doors), Archer’s Hall (smaller indoor barn-courtyard hall), Long Room / Manor House for more intimate ceremonies, and two picturesque outdoor spots (Courtyard & Sunken Garden) for vows in the open air.
Capacity:
Ceremony / Wedding Breakfast up to 150 guests in the Tithe Barn. Smaller indoor options like Archer’s Hall are good for 80 guests.
What’s Special:
This is rustic character meets history: timber-framed barns, ivy, fairy lights, stone and oak details. Exclusive use of the grounds and buildings gives you freedom to style heavily. They don’t charge corkage so you can bring your own drinks, which helps cost. Plus, outdoor options add boho and natural light appeal, which goes beautifully with dried flower designs.
Contact Details:
o Website: uftonweddings.co.uk
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 0118 983 2099
o Email: enquiries@uftoncourt.org.uk
Combe Manor, Hungerford
Description & Venue Space:
Combe Manor Barns is an elegant, exclusive-use dry hire venue set in the picturesque valley of Combe, close to Hungerford. It features restored 19th-century L-shaped barns that open onto a lawned courtyard (ideal for drinks/garden mingling) and beautiful formal gardens. The barns have rustic charm (exposed beams, antique timber, traditional sliding barn doors), but also offer a clean canvas for styling. There’s a 12th-century chapel (St Swithun’s) nearby, and the 17th-century manor house and its gardens provide gorgeous photo backdrops and a bridal suite.
Capacity:
Ceremony / Wedding Breakfast 30 to 170 guests dependant on configuration. 150 seated when using outdoor barn/courtyard combinations.
What’s Special:
Full exclusive use on a dry-hire basis, giving couples complete styling freedom. Its scenic and private setting, with valley views and no trace of nearby roads, creates for a truly tranquil setting. Couples benefit from flexible access for several days before and after the wedding.
Contact Details:
o Website: combemanor.com
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 01488 668 931
o Email: jason@combemanor.com
The Post Barn, Newbury
Description & Venue Space:
A contemporary barn venue just outside Newbury, The Post blends modern design with the charm of the countryside. The venue features a stylish oak barn perfect for your wedding breakfast or evening reception, expansive outdoor lawns for ceremonies and drinks, and a gallery space to accommodate extra guests. Its sleek architecture and thoughtful layout provide a blank canvas for personalised touches, making it ideal for couples looking to combine elegance with a relaxed, rustic vibe.
Capacity:
Seated reception up to 150; ceremony inside up to 150; standing / outdoor space up to 220 depending on layout.
What’s Special:
The blank-canvas feel, flexibility in styling, strong indoor/outdoor flow, attention to detail, modern architecture softened by gardens and landscaping. A good option for golden hour / twilight weddings.
Contact Details:
o Website: thepostbarn.co.uk
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 01635 881800
o Email: info@thepostbarn.co.uk
Awberry Farm, Beenham
Description & Venue Space:
Awberry Farm is a newly established wedding venue set in the heart of the West Berkshire countryside, close to the North Wessex Downs AONB. The venue centres around an 18th-century Grade II listed barn that blends heritage with modern comfort. It offers picturesque rural views, natural surroundings, and a layout that lends itself beautifully to rustic, boho weddings. The barn is licensed for civil ceremonies. There is also on-site accommodation and ample grounds for outdoor ceremonies, photos, and garden-style mingling.
Capacity:
The guest capacity is up to 120 seated. 4 en-suite double B&B rooms located 200m from the venue
What’s Special:
The mix of historical architecture (18th-century barn) with countryside charm gives Awberry Farm character and authenticity. Exclusive or limited availability helps couples get a more personalised experience. Rural setting, views, natural light, and the capacity to style with rustic or boho décor makes it a great canvas for your vision.
Contact Details:
o Website: awberryfarm.co.uk
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 0118 971 3557
o Email: info@awberryfarm.co.uk
Templars Barn, Shefford Woodlands
Description & Venue Space:
Templars Barn is a rustic-chic, DIY-style wedding venue nestled in the countryside near Eastbury (Shefford Woodlands). It offers a blank-canvas barn plus meadow / paddock spaces for outdoor ceremonies, drinks and celebrations. They emphasise flexibility: couples can bring in their own suppliers and style the barn & grounds how they wish. The barn interior retains its rustic charm (wood beams, traditional barn structure) and the outdoor paddock / fields allow additional capacity or layout possibilities.
Capacity:
Seated wedding breakfasts for up to 150 guests.
What’s Special:
A true DIY, blank-canvas ethos, giving couples complete freedom to personalise every detail – from décor and florals to layout and overall styling. Its rustic architecture sits perfectly within the surrounding meadows and fields, creating a peaceful rural backdrop. With space for outdoor ceremonies and the option to extend into paddocks or add a marquee, it adapts easily to different visions.
Contact Details:
o Website: templarsweddings.com
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 07500 576 652
o Email: info@templarsweddings.com
Sheepdrove Organic Farm, Lambourn
Description & Venue Space:
Sheepdrove is an exclusive-use, eco-friendly wedding venue set on an organic farm spanning 2,000 acres, located on the Berkshire/Oxfordshire border. The venue includes several beautifully designed and flexible indoor spaces (such as the Oak Room, Beech Room, Reception Hall, Dining Hall, Gallery, Library, and quirky Rook’s Nest Tower) plus extensive outdoor grounds: wildflower meadows, ancient woodland, fragrant herb gardens, a lake with pontoon and boathouse, a courtyard, and tipis or bell tents for relaxed outdoor setups.
Capacity:
Ceremony up to 150 guests. Reception up to 170 guests. Dining seated up to 140. On site accommodation for up to 28 people.
What’s Special:
This venue stands out for its strong sustainability credentials. Architecture mixes rustic charm (vaulted oak beams, exposed timbers) with modern, light-filled spaces (floor-to-ceiling windows, double-height halls), which works beautifully with natural textures and dried florals. As an eco-venue, they don’t charge corkage, allow decor flexibility, and provide a setup day in advance.
Contact Details:
o Website: sheepdrove.com
o Location: google maps
o Phone: 01488 674 747
o Email: info@sheepdrove.com
Top Tips for Choosing Your Rustic Barn & Outdoor Venue
When selecting the perfect venue for your wedding, here are some key things to consider ensuring your floral theme and vision shines:
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Outdoor Ceremony Licensing:
Check if outdoor spaces (lawns, gardens, patios) are licensed for legal ceremonies. If not, you’ll need to use an indoor area or a licensed alternative. -
Exclusive Use / Access Times:
Does the venue offer exclusive hire (so you don’t share with another event)? What time can you access for setup? How late can you stay? -
What’s Included vs Dry Hire:
Blank-canvas “dry hire” venues give you styling freedom (great for dried flowers décor!), but you’ll need to bring in more (tables, chairs, lighting etc). Venues that include basic furniture/lighting will ease stress & cost. -
Indoor + Weather Backup:
Even if you love outdoors, make sure there is a beautiful indoor space (barn, conservatory, etc) in case of rain. Hybrid barn/outdoor venues are ideal. -
Supplier Freedom:
Venues that allow you to bring your own florist, decorator, stylist etc will let you create a more unique, personal wedding. -
Venue Aesthetic & Surroundings:
Natural light, rustic beams, exposed wood, stone, mature trees, gardens → these all photograph beautifully and complement dried florals. -
Logistics & Guest Comfort:
Parking, nearby accommodation, ease of access (for guests, suppliers), restrooms, shelter etc.
Conclusion
Rustic barns, outdoor lawns, and countryside venues are more than just backdrops — they’re the canvas on which your wedding story unfolds. West Berkshire is home to some of the most enchanting boho wedding venues in England, giving you the freedom to add your own style, décor, and those all-important dried flower arrangements that last long after the big day.
If one of the venues above has caught your heart, the next step is to arrange a viewing and imagine how it could look dressed for your celebration. Picture flower arches framing the aisle, garlands draped over rustic beams, and muted tones harmonising with nature. Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic barn wedding, an outdoor countryside ceremony, or a festival-style tipi reception, Newbury’s surrounding villages offer the perfect setting to bring your vision to life.
When you’re ready to bring that rustic wedding dream to life, we’d love to be a part of it. Explore our dried flowers collection or get in touch for a bespoke floral design tailored to your chosen venue.
Our Dried Flower Rose Pew Ends offer a delicate and rustic adornment that will bring a touch of natural beauty to your special day. This enchanting pew decoration is crafted with love, featuring gypsophila, eucalyptus variations, and a faux rose, all elegantly tied off with white organza ribbon.
Key Features:
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Rustic Elegance: Our Dried Flower Pew Ends effortlessly captures the essence of rustic charm. The combination of gypsophila, eucalyptus variations, pampas, corn and a faux rose showcases a rustic elegance that will beautifully compliment any wedding theme.
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Natural Beauty: The inclusion of delicate gypsophila, aromatic eucalyptus leaves in various shades, and the unique texture of thistles gives this pew end a natural and ethereal beauty that adds a touch of enchantment to your wedding venue.
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Versatile: These pew ends can be easily attached to the pews at your ceremony venue, and they also work beautifully as aisle markers. Use them to line the path that you'll walk down, creating a captivating entrance.
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Customisable: We understand that personalisation is essential for your special day. You can choose the colour of the rustic ribbon to match your wedding colour scheme, making this pew end a truly bespoke addition to your décor.
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Timeless Keepsake: Unlike fresh flowers, our dried flower pew end will remain beautiful long after your wedding day. It can be kept as a cherished keepsake, reminding you of the love and memories you shared on that special day.
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Eco-Friendly: We're committed to sustainability. By using dried flowers, we reduce waste and environmental impact, making this pew end a thoughtful choice for eco-conscious couples.