Couples are invited to tie the knot in the 300-year old Rickety Barn, a lovingly restored traditional timber barn with solid oak beams and wrought iron chandeliers. With twinkling fairy lights, it’s the perfect space to say ‘I do’. Seating up to 150 guests, it also features a ‘nook’ on the second floor, the ideal spot for a photographer or musician. In the warmer months, couples can also choose to tie the knot in the outdoor ceremony area, The Thatched Bower.
After the ceremony has taken place, invite your guests to enjoy reception drinks in the modern Moat Barn with its sophisticated bar, spilling out on to the pretty landscaped gardens to mingle amongst the peacocks. The Bridge Barn is the setting for your wedding breakfast at Bassmead Manor Barns. Modern and flooded with natural daylight, spectacular features include a dramatic timbered ceiling and impressive oak doors offering views across the gardens and moat. A delicate, neutral colour scheme gives you the opportunity to create your own style on a blank canvas, while its elegant simplicity needs little other than some beautiful floral arrangements.
The on-site catering and events team will work with you to create delicious food for your wedding day. Menus are expertly prepared and beautifully presented, giving you and your guests a spectacular dining experience. Every element of the day is bespoke and tailored to your needs, from the more formal wedding breakfast, to theatrical street food, barbecues, canapés and cocktails.
As the sun goes down, it’s time to dance the night away, perhaps even enjoying the patio outside and wandering in to the starlit gardens. You won't want your day to end so, with that in mind, newlyweds can spend the night in Dove Cottage – your very own honeymoon cottage. For your closest friends and family, Appletree Cottage features seven beautifully designed bedrooms. Enjoy a breakfast together the following morning to share stories of a wonderful day.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: The Bassmead Manor Barns Team
We would be delighted to provide the backdrop to your big day at Bassmead Manor Barns. Feel free to contact us to arrange a viewing of our beautiful venue with one of our team. Take a look at our website to see our availability and everything Bassmead Manor Barns can offer you.
We look forward to meeting you!
Describe the best wedding that happened at Bassmead Manor Barns?
One of our favourite weddings was Jenny, our Senior Events Manager, right at the start of us opening up again in May 2021. We were able to make her day perfect for her and also enjoy being guests and self appointed bridesmaids!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Don't sweat the small things. Everything you are worrying about being perfect you won't think about on the day because you will be too busy having the best time ever!
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Champagne bottles as table names. Each Champagne bottle was from a special life event for the couple and there was a story to go with them on each table.
Describe Bassmead Manor Barns in 5 adjectives
Romantic, secluded, unique, whimsical and enchanting
Where’s the best photo spot at Bassmead Manor Barns?
On the bridge - we think it's super romantic and truly one of a kind over our moat!
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Bassmead Manor Barns?
Mishal Husain the BBC news reader and David Davis the conservative MP both held their wedding days with us.
What’s your favourite canapé?
We absolutely love the Goat’s cheese and shallot tart, but there are so many great ones to choose from!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
A good night's sleep for couples and guests is the perfect midnight treat at Bassmead Manor Barns.
What is Bassmead Manor Barns most unique feature?
The moat with the bridge entrance, especially in the evening when the fairy lights are switched on.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our team! We are there for couples every step of the way and nothing is ever too much trouble!