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Price: £4,300 – £9,700
Guests: 200
Deals available: 2
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (2)
Description
Description
Ancient Barns and Woodland Wedding Venue close to Sudbury, Suffolk (on the Suffolk / Essex border). Alpheton Hall Barns forms part of the ancient settlement of Alpheton Hall at the end of a mile long no through road. Surrounded by rolling countryside, meadows and woodland the Barns are adjacent to Alpheton Church as well as offering Barn and woodland ceremony spaces.
Comprised of two interconnected timber frame barns Alpheton Hall Barns offer plenty of space for your civil ceremony and wedding reception. Restored rather than converted, the Barns still feature their original big Barns doors which can be fully open in good weather allowing the outside in. The ancient honey coloured oak beams and lime plaster interiors together with the black feather-boarded exteriors work with any colour scheme.
The Barns are furnished with tables and chairs and essentially everything you need for your ceremony and wedding reception. The South 'Reception' Barn is strung with a myriad of twinkly fairy lights and has lots of rustic detailing such as big iron hoop lights and vintage wooden ladders all with hanging Edison light bulbs, which look stunning on their own or dressed in foliage or flowers. And you are welcome to add your personal decorations to make it 'your' wedding venue.
Outside guests are invited to explore the heart-shaped wildflower confetti arboretum, the wedding garden with brick drinks terraces, bar cart and space for garden games and the Barns courtyard with woodfired pizza oven, ideal for evening food. Whilst the couple can wander into the gardens, woodland and meadows around the Barns for their couples photographs.
Suitable for both intimate and larger celebrations. Live music is welcome and the Barns have excellent acoustics and space for a Ceilidh or Barn dance should you wish. Open bar permitted with no corkage payable.
The Alpheton Hall Barns is an exclusive use 'blank canvas' venue. Prices are for Barn rental only but local trusted suppliers would be more than happy to put together a food and drinks package for your day or you can choose your own (subject to approval). Owners Nic and Carol have more than 15 years experience in helping couples host their weddings and love that each wedding is personal to the couple
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Carol and Nic Willcocks
You have found Alpheton Hall Barns! If the idea of an Historic Barn wedding venue, set in rolling countryside with plenty of outside space, the choice of a barn or woodland Ceremony and a big barn for your Reception where guests can eat, drink and party all in one big space sounds perfect, then AHB could be the venue for you. We can't wait to show you round, chat through your plans and help you create your day. We look forward to meeting you Carol & Nic
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2011
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Overview of Alpheton Hall Barns
Wedding Venue Type
Barn / Farm
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
Bridal Suite
Changing Only
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
Wedding Catering
External catering permitted
No corkage charge for own alcohol
Alcohol license
Cultural Specialists
Pricing for Alpheton Hall Barns
Pricing for Alpheton Hall Barns
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day
The base price includes rental of the South (Reception) Barn together with all essential service areas and extensive outdoor spaces (for confetti, drinks and Barn courtyard) all for up to 100 guests (2026) or 120 guests (from 2027). Rental of the West (Ceremony) Barn and / or Woodland Ceremony Glade incurs a small additional charge. Additional guests can (up to 200) can be added for a nominal charge per head.
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- GGill26/11/2025Really lovely venueReally lovely venueReally lovely venue. A large indoor area with lots of possibilities to design to your own needs. eating, dancing, ceremony or all three. Good facilities including a quiet area to chill from the festivities and space to have a small play area if you have children present. Outside the grounds afford interesting groves for an outdoor ceremony and space for games, fun and bouncy castles. There’s also a separate outdoor covered pizza oven and small covered area for eating them.Really lovely venue. A large indoor area with lots of possibilities to design to your own needs. eating, dancing, ceremony or all three. Good facilities including a quiet area to chill from the festivities and space to have a small play area if you have children present. Outside the grounds afford interesting groves for an outdoor ceremony and space for games, fun and bouncy castles. There’s also a separate outdoor covered pizza oven and small covered area for eating them.
- EEmma & Matt26/11/2025Alpheton Hall Barns was the perfect venue for usAlpheton Hall Barns was the perfect venue for usAlpheton Hall Barns was the perfect venue for us. We had our ceremony in the woodland area, drinks reception in the garden and dinner in the main hall for 95 guests. Nic and Carol were brilliant throughout, always answering our questions promptly, helping to think of little touches that made the day run more smoothly. We can't think Nic and Carol enough for their help. The uniqueness and beauty of the venue is really exceptional, and we felt privileged to have our wedding there. Alpheton Hall Barns was the perfect venue for us. We had our ceremony in the woodland area, drinks reception in the garden and dinner in the main hall for 95 guests. Nic and Carol were brilliant throughout, always answering our questions promptly, helping to think of little touches that made the day run more smoothly. We can't think Nic and Carol enough for their help. The uniqueness and beauty of the venue is really exceptional, and we felt privileged to have our wedding there.
- JJessica & Stuart26/11/2025We couldn't have asked for a better venueWe couldn't have asked for a better venueStuart and I would like to thank the both of you for such an incredible day. We’re still taking it all in but it was truly perfect to us and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue! We hope the pop of colour was something different for you too. We would absolutely love to leave you a more detailed review as soon as we’re back from our honeymoon! Stuart and I would like to thank the both of you for such an incredible day. We’re still taking it all in but it was truly perfect to us and we couldn’t have asked for a better venue! We hope the pop of colour was something different for you too. We would absolutely love to leave you a more detailed review as soon as we’re back from our honeymoon!
- SSara & Robert26/11/2025Everyone is saying that ours was the best weddingEveryone is saying that ours was the best weddingHonestly we are still buzzing from our wedding on the 17th May and looking at photos and watching videos. Everyone is saying that ours was the best wedding they have been to - some of them including their own! The planets very much did align for us with the weather, but it was exactly the wedding we dreamed of. It could not have gone any better. Thank you so much for all of your help and your patience. Honestly we are still buzzing from our wedding on the 17th May and looking at photos and watching videos. Everyone is saying that ours was the best wedding they have been to - some of them including their own! The planets very much did align for us with the weather, but it was exactly the wedding we dreamed of. It could not have gone any better. Thank you so much for all of your help and your patience.
- JJodie & Alfie26/11/2025Alfie & I had the most amazing wedding day Alfie & I had the most amazing wedding dayAlfie & I had the most amazing wedding day and wanted to thank you again for everything you have done for us. The venue is stunning and provides absolutely everything you could ever need for a perfect wedding. All the small additional touches that you provide, such as the photos, videos and reels are a really lovely touch and we a grateful to have them. We also appreciate the amount of help you gave setting up and packing away the venue. Alfie & I had the most amazing wedding day and wanted to thank you again for everything you have done for us. The venue is stunning and provides absolutely everything you could ever need for a perfect wedding. All the small additional touches that you provide, such as the photos, videos and reels are a really lovely touch and we a grateful to have them. We also appreciate the amount of help you gave setting up and packing away the venue.
- EEmma & Nick16/11/2025Fabulous Suffolk barn venueFabulous Suffolk barn venueWe couldn’t have dreamed of a better wedding venue or better hosts than Nic and Carol. They went above and beyond from start to finish and were genuinely invested in making our day perfect. They added so much fun and positive energy, and ensured everything ran smoothly. The venue itself is a beautiful indoor/outdoor space that worked perfectly for our day. Nic and Carol have so many ideas to bring so you’re not starting completely from scratch! They were completely supportive of us bringing in our own vendors and worked with each of them with ease. An unforgettable day—highly, highly recommended!IWe couldn’t have dreamed of a better wedding venue or better hosts than Nic and Carol. They went above and beyond from start to finish and were genuinely invested in making our day perfect. They added so much fun and positive energy, and ensured everything ran smoothly. The venue itself is a beautiful indoor/outdoor space that worked perfectly for our day. Nic and Carol have so many ideas to bring so you’re not starting completely from scratch! They were completely supportive of us bringing in our own vendors and worked with each of them with ease. An unforgettable day—highly, highly recommended!I
- LLou & Tom16/11/2025We couldn't have achieved our vision anywhere elseWe couldn't have achieved our vision anywhere elseDuring our wedding venue search, we browsed many barns across Essex. And while there were lots of lovely options, we just found that they all felt too similar. On top of that, most came with a long list of rules and additional charges that would’ve forced our big ideas into their mould and pushed us over budget. Thankfully, we found a venue that was the complete opposite. We wanted somewhere that felt authentic and warm, full of character, with a stunning woodland ceremony area and a back-up option we’d be equally excited about if it rained. We found all that and more at Alpheton Hall Barns. But it’s not just the space that makes this place special, it’s the people at the heart of it. From the very first visit, Carol and Nic’s passion for weddings was obvious. Unlike so many other venues, they don’t treat it like a business. They simply want your day to be the best it can be and give you the freedom and flexibility to make it truly yours. From lending us decor and letting us set everything up the day before, creating a bespoke music and light show for our grand entrance as Mr & Mrs, to even driving us in their vintage VW camper to and from the ceremony area when we didn’t have any budget for a car, Carol, Nic and their family went above and beyond to help us create our perfect day. Simply put, we had the absolute best day of our lives and can confidently say we couldn’t have achieved our vision anywhere else but Alpheton Hall Barns. So, if you want a venue unlike any other, and a wedding day that feels truly authentic, wholesome and unique to you, you’ve found your place.During our wedding venue search, we browsed many barns across Essex. And while there were lots of lovely options, we just found that they all felt too similar. On top of that, most came with a long list of rules and additional charges that would’ve forced our big ideas into their mould and pushed us over budget. Thankfully, we found a venue that was the complete opposite. We wanted somewhere that felt authentic and warm, full of character, with a stunning woodland ceremony area and a back-up option we’d be equally excited about if it rained. We found all that and more at Alpheton Hall Barns. But it’s not just the space that makes this place special, it’s the people at the heart of it. From the very first visit, Carol and Nic’s passion for weddings was obvious. Unlike so many other venues, they don’t treat it like a business. They simply want your day to be the best it can be and give you the freedom and flexibility to make it truly yours. From lending us decor and letting us set everything up the day before, creating a bespoke music and light show for our grand entrance as Mr & Mrs, to even driving us in their vintage VW camper to and from the ceremony area when we didn’t have any budget for a car, Carol, Nic and their family went above and beyond to help us create our perfect day. Simply put, we had the absolute best day of our lives and can confidently say we couldn’t have achieved our vision anywhere else but Alpheton Hall Barns. So, if you want a venue unlike any other, and a wedding day that feels truly authentic, wholesome and unique to you, you’ve found your place.
- LLucia & Prab24/09/2025With love and gratitude With love and gratitudeWe don’t even know where to begin in thanking Carol and Nic for everything they did to make our wedding so magical. From the very first moment, their kindness, care, and attention to detail put us at ease, and on the day itself, everything felt like a dream. ABH was absolutely breathtaking, and every little detail was perfect. But more than that, it was the warmth and support from Carol and Nic that made us feel so special. They gave us the gift of being able to truly relax and soak up every precious moment, something we will cherish forever. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and seamless the day was. We will carry these memories with us for the rest of our lives, and we are so grateful that it was all made possible by them. With all our love and deepest thanks!We don’t even know where to begin in thanking Carol and Nic for everything they did to make our wedding so magical. From the very first moment, their kindness, care, and attention to detail put us at ease, and on the day itself, everything felt like a dream. ABH was absolutely breathtaking, and every little detail was perfect. But more than that, it was the warmth and support from Carol and Nic that made us feel so special. They gave us the gift of being able to truly relax and soak up every precious moment, something we will cherish forever. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and seamless the day was. We will carry these memories with us for the rest of our lives, and we are so grateful that it was all made possible by them. With all our love and deepest thanks!
- MMillie and Ryan19/09/2025A day filled with love and pure happiness A day filled with love and pure happinessWhere to begin… we honestly can’t thank owners Nic and Carol enough for everything they did for us! The communication leading up to our wedding was amazing, nothing was too much to ask and any questions we had were replied to immediately. The wedding day was absolutely incredible and even more perfect than what we could have hoped for. They really do go above and beyond. Nic was even taking photos through out the wedding day/evening and got some drone footage for us. We couldn’t ask for more. If you’re looking for a barn wedding… you need to book AHB!🤍 We also highly recommend booking the woodfire pizza they offer for the evening… this was a huge hit with our guests! 10/10!Where to begin… we honestly can’t thank owners Nic and Carol enough for everything they did for us! The communication leading up to our wedding was amazing, nothing was too much to ask and any questions we had were replied to immediately. The wedding day was absolutely incredible and even more perfect than what we could have hoped for. They really do go above and beyond. Nic was even taking photos through out the wedding day/evening and got some drone footage for us. We couldn’t ask for more. If you’re looking for a barn wedding… you need to book AHB!🤍 We also highly recommend booking the woodfire pizza they offer for the evening… this was a huge hit with our guests! 10/10!
- KKatie & Ben07/09/2025An absolute gem of a venue!An absolute gem of a venue!What a day!! We can't thank Carol & Nic enough for our wedding and experience at Alpheton Hall Barns! From the first visit they were warm and enthusiastic, offering lots of ideas and advice to make our day feel special and unique to us. On the lead up they were also great at promptly answering any questions we had. They really know their stuff when it comes to the ins and outs of a wedding, and we felt in such safe hands. Because of this, we were so relaxed throughout our day and were able to really enjoy every moment without worrying about anything - we'll forever be grateful for this! The venue itself is stunning! Relaxed, rustic and with spaces for guests to move around in, which we loved. The weather was a bit touch and go but Carol & Nic put everything in place to make sure that if the woodland ceremony couldn't happen, the beautiful indoor barn was ready to go. Thankfully we were able to have our dream outdoor ceremony in the end! There's so much flexibility in how you might decorate the barn, meaning that each wedding can feel unique to each couple. Our guests have raved about it feeling like one of the most joyous and lovely weddings they've been to - and we know that the location will have absolutely contributed to that! Thank you again Carol & Nic, Alpheton Hall Barns is an absolute gem of a venue!!What a day!! We can't thank Carol & Nic enough for our wedding and experience at Alpheton Hall Barns! From the first visit they were warm and enthusiastic, offering lots of ideas and advice to make our day feel special and unique to us. On the lead up they were also great at promptly answering any questions we had. They really know their stuff when it comes to the ins and outs of a wedding, and we felt in such safe hands. Because of this, we were so relaxed throughout our day and were able to really enjoy every moment without worrying about anything - we'll forever be grateful for this! The venue itself is stunning! Relaxed, rustic and with spaces for guests to move around in, which we loved. The weather was a bit touch and go but Carol & Nic put everything in place to make sure that if the woodland ceremony couldn't happen, the beautiful indoor barn was ready to go. Thankfully we were able to have our dream outdoor ceremony in the end! There's so much flexibility in how you might decorate the barn, meaning that each wedding can feel unique to each couple. Our guests have raved about it feeling like one of the most joyous and lovely weddings they've been to - and we know that the location will have absolutely contributed to that! Thank you again Carol & Nic, Alpheton Hall Barns is an absolute gem of a venue!!
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
The best weddings are where the couple are incredibly happy with their day. We have had glorious big budget weddings and weddings which by utilising the particular skills of the couple and the talents of friends and family cost significantly less but are really personal and 'them'.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Don't be afraid to ask questions! Hopefully you only do this once and no one expects you to know what you are doing. Your venue (and suppliers) should be more than willing to discuss your options and point you in direction you want to go. We are always happy to give as much or as little help as you want or need to plan your day.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We are always amazed by the originality of our couples .. but if we had a list at the top might be the Harley Davison Ice Cream Trike or the food served from a dinghy under sail or the family singing troupe the list goes on ..
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Historic Romantic Rustic Natural Personal
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Probably the evening sunset in the arboretum and wild flower garden although in mid October / November our 'green lane' becomes the red, russet, amber lane and is truly breathtaking. In late March / early April the lane to the Barns is lined with daffodils and then there is the little oak bridge by the medieval fish ponds with big old apple tree .. the light from the big open skies.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes, several but we maintain high standards of privacy.
What’s your favourite canapé?
The one everyone else has already eaten!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Knowing that everything has gone to plan, our couple have had a day beyond their expectations and we've helped them get there
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Easily accessible but you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. The venue offers plenty of inside and outdoor space and wildlife! The Barns are surrounded by organic farmland and we have Buzzards & Red Kites wheeling overhead, a myriad of deer, hares, badgers, owls and bats!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our reputation - we are a family business and choose to only do a small number of weddings each year. This means that we get to know all our couples individually and even after the wedding many come back to revisit the venue (and us) year after year with their growing families.
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