East Afton Farmhouse is located on the Western side of the Isle of Wight and offers a secluded exclusive-use wedding venue in a rural countryside setting. The venue has three event barns licensed for ceremonies, landscaped gardens, accommodation sleeping up to 20 & a main courtyard.
The largest of the three barns features floor-to-ceiling glass, brick pillars and rustic wood cladding. This is ideal for the main event- sit-down meal, dancing and entertainment. This heated barn has a capacity of up to 170 sit-down and 250 evening.
The two smaller barns are in contrast to each other and are perfect for indoor welcome drinks, entertainment or ceremonies. The venue also has a licensed bar, furniture, a commercial kitchen and toilet facilities included.
Furthermore at our sister farm- Tapnell, only a 2-minute drive from the venue, we can also accommodate another 100 guests, as well as offering a restaurant, farm park, aqua park, and lots more fun activities for your guests. As a destination venue, ferry discounts are also available to guests staying with us.
For weddings, the Farmhouse, Annex and Event Barns are all hired together for four nights from a Thursday through to a Monday with prices starting from £7,500 or 3 nights from a Monday- Thursday (without accommodation) starting from £3000. We can offer hire with or without inclusive food & drink package options, so there is something for everyone. The most important thing for us is that with our help, you can create a day that is unique to you, and everything we offer reflects the flexibility of this. With our booking options, you have plenty of time to set up and make the most of the celebrations, with a relaxed and stress-free mini-break, making memories with family & friends.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Chloe
A quick message to all of the lovely couples looking for the perfect venue to host their wedding celebrations.
Based on the Isle of Wight, we can offer the perfect destination venue, with plenty of time to get ready and set up, a relaxed and stress-free experience with flexibility, no corkage charge and lots more.
The most important thing for us is to guide you in create the best day that is unique to you. We love working with our couples to make memories that will last forever!
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2018
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Overview of East Afton Farmhouse
Venue Type
Barn
Dining Capacity
175
Reception Capacity
250
No. of Bedrooms
8
Sleeps No. of People
20
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Venue
Open Flame Permitted
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Food and Drink
External Catering Permitted
Alcohol Licence
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-house Catering
In-House Wine List
Bar
Pricing for East Afton Farmhouse
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£3,500
Maximum Price
£10,500
These prices cover mid-week or weekend hire of the venue. The hire of the venue includes use of all 3 wedding barns and outdoor areas, plus furniture, linen, wedding coordinator. The weekend hire includes accommodation for 20 within the farmhouse and annex as well (mid-week this is a surcharge)
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
In-house Catering
(price per head)
Prices Start At
£40
Maximum Price
£141
This price is a 2 course meal compared with a fully inclusive package with luxe options chosen.
Fully inclusive packages at £141 per person include: canapes, welcome drinks, table wine, toasting drinks, 3 course luxe menu, evening food luxe, tea/ coffee plus hire of crockery, plates, glasses, linen & service of everything.
There are small surcharges for under 80 guests (between £250-400)
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
No corkage fee
Wine allowance per guest
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included
Packages
(total price)
Prices Start At
£12,000
Maximum Price
£25,000
Number of Guests Included
100
Our pricing package gives couples the opportunity to create their special day from a blank canvas. We offer a unique 4 day hire giving you plenty of time to relax and enjoy time with family & friends. The hire also includes accommodation for up to 18 people within our farmhouse.
The inclusive package price ranges above include the following per person: canapes & welcome drinks, table wine, toasting drink, 3 course meal, evening food, tea/coffee, hire of plates, crockery, glasses, linen. This is all on top of the venue itself with furniture provided, plus we also provide your on the day event coordinator & wedding schedule created before you whilst liaising with your suppliers booked.
Describe the best wedding that happened at East Afton Farmhouse?
All of our weddings are so unique and different- that is the best bit- none of them are the same. Each wedding has something we love. One of our favourites was a festival style wedding with food trucks and dining in the courtyard- they were blessed with a beautiful sunny day!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
It's never too soon! To give yourself lots of options, we'd recommend getting in touch with suppliers as soon as possible after you have booked your venue. Most only ask for a small deposit, but securing the date means you can select your favourite businesses to be a part of your day.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Guest favours of illustrations. We have an amazing illustrator local to our venue- Chloe Alexander Studios, who created the most beautiful place names/ wedding favours with a drawing for every person on their place setting when they sat down. This was unique and personalised and a lovely thing for each guest to take home
Where’s the best photo spot at East Afton Farmhouse?
The most beautiful sunset photos are on the entrance driveway. The perfect spot for a confetti photo is through the main house front doors with the house as the backdrop. A group photo sits nicely in our courtyard around the centre lamp post- your photographer can go on the roof terrace to take the photo if they don't have a drone. Get away for some alone time with couples photos under the grape vines, under the stone porch, in the flower garden or under the trees.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at East Afton Farmhouse?
Now that would be telling!
What’s your favourite canapé?
Burnt end pork belly with terriyaki glaze & sesame
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Stone-baked pizza!
What is East Afton Farmhouse most unique feature?
We offer guests lots of time at the venue. A weekend hire is 4 days and mid-week is 3 days. As a result the overall experience is stress-free & lasts for more than just a day. You can create memories with family and friends. Add on the accommodation as well (included in our weekend hire but surcharge mid-week) and the combination is spot on for a destination wedding celebration!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We are most proud of the newest wedding barn. Built in 2021, we started this from the ground up purpose-built for hosting the perfect wedding celebrations at East Afton. We put a lot of thought into the design process, layout, practicability and lots more. It borders our courtyard, which is the best spot for guests to mingle & have fun!