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A tour of Barnsley House in England, and how to know if it’s the perfect destination wedding venue for you
One of the wonderful perks of being a destination wedding photographer in Europe is getting to photograph beautiful, historic properties around the continent. On a recent visit to the Cotswolds in England, I had the opportunity to tour the 17th century Barnsley House. I met with my dear friend Olivia of Host Weddings & Events for a day of venue tours. And this stunning property stole my heart.
Barnsley House is located in the quintessential Cotswolds village of Barnsley. It’s easily accessible from London by train or rental car. With a wealth of surrounding activities to enjoy, Barnsley House provides a welcomed countryside escape from the buzz of the city.
Recently, Barnsley House was acquired by restaurant and hotel group, The Pig. Beloved in England as nurturers of the garden-to-table approach, Barnsley looks ahead to a fresh future under new ownership. Personally, I look forward to visiting again and seeing for myself how The Pig maintains Barnsley’s charm while breathing new life into it.
But for now, let’s discover this stunning property and explore if it’s the perfect Cotswolds wedding venue for you…
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01. If you’re dreaming of a romantic English garden wedding
If your ideal wedding day includes an abundance of English roses and lush gardens worthy of Monty Don’s attention, you’ve found your match in Barnsley House. Surrounding the house in a gentle hug is a storybook garden both whimsical and romantic. The gardens were designed by Rosemary Verey—a renowned British designer who also worked on King Charles III’s gardens at Highgrove House. Guests are free to wander and explore the property on their own. And for those wanting to learn more about the garden’s design, formal tours are available.
So if you long for a dreamlike, enchanting garden aesthetic on your wedding day, Barnsley House is the ideal choice for you.
02. If you’re looking to connect with the heart of the English countryside
Barnsley House prides themselves in connecting with their surrounding landscape. Whether for design inspiration or culinary ingredients, they look to the land for her wisdom, beauty, and gifts. And their recent acquisition by The Pig ensures they’ll continue to nurture these values. The Pig is known for the signature “Kitchen Gardens.” They’re leaders in the garden-to-table approach to restaurant dining.
From breakfast to dinner, guests at Barnsley House can enjoy fresh ingredients sourced locally or directly from the gardens. This creates a pure, immersive experience into the heart of the countryside. Therefore, Barnsley makes a perfect choice for couples who value these sentiments of country living.
03. If you’re looking for a relaxing, indulgent experience
Lastly, for couples looking to truly feel at ease on their wedding weekend, Barnsley House ensures you will. You and your close friends and family can enjoy 18 individually-designed rooms with a laidback, luxury feel. Enjoy the sweetness of the country air with a roam around the hotel’s sprawling gardens. Then unwind at the spa in the outdoor hydrotherapy pool. End the evening with a meal at the on-site restaurant and a private movie screening in the cinema.
Barnsley House offers everything you and your guests need for an indulgent countryside escape.
My heartfelt thanks to Barnsley House for welcoming us to your beautiful property.
