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The Ridgeway Barns An award winning wedding and events venue set in the heart of the North Wessex Downs
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✨Getaways at The Ridgeway Barns ✨✨Are you looking to escape to the countryside for a few days? Then why not book a trip ...
28/07/2024

✨Getaways at The Ridgeway Barns ✨

✨Are you looking to escape to the countryside for a few days? Then why not book a trip to The Ridgeway Barns and see what Wiltshire has to offer! Whether it's a couples weekend away, a large family get together or meeting up with friends, The Ridgeway Barns is certainly the place for you.✨

✨We have two self contained annexes, sleeping two in each with ensuite bathrooms and kitchenette facilities ~ perfect for you and your partner. Or if you are a larger group, we have our beautiful Georgian Farmhouse that can sleep 11 guests, with options to add a pop up bed and 2 travel cots.✨

✨These spaces can be booked collectively or separately depending on your guest numbers. During your stay, there are also loads of nearby trails to explore, including The Ridgeway National trail.✨

✨If you would like to book a stay then please get in touch or visit our website.✨


✨Last Few August Weekends Available✨✨Have you planned your summer holiday   with your friends and family? Our beautiful ...
14/07/2024

✨Last Few August Weekends Available✨

✨Have you planned your summer holiday with your friends and family? Our beautiful Georgian Farmhouse and Annexes are the perfect place to gather with your loved ones and explore the stunning countryside that Wiltshire has to offer.✨

✨Our luxurious accommodation sleeps 15, and we can also provide a pop-up bed and two travel cots for larger groups.✨

✨Available Dates:✨

~ 23rd - 26th August Bank Holiday Weekend £4,750 for a 3 night stay
~ 30th August - 1st September £4,275 for 2 nights or 3 nights for £4,600

✨We also have some midweek availability during the school summer holidays, If you would like to book a stay, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨


🏃Conquer the Oldest Path in Britain ~ Race To The Stones! 🏃✨Wiltshire is steeped in history, and this weekend hundreds o...
12/07/2024

🏃Conquer the Oldest Path in Britain ~ Race To The Stones! 🏃

✨Wiltshire is steeped in history, and this weekend hundreds of people will follow in the footsteps of our forefathers as they Race to the Stones along the historic , an epic 100 km endurance event completed over one or two days, along this unforgettable route running towards Avebury stone circle.✨

✨On each day there is a 50km route taking place, or for those who want to step up to the next level, there is a 100 km race that goes on throughout the day (and night!)
Why don't you tackle this challenge whilst taking in the beautiful scenery we have to offer here in Wiltshire, or just come and support the runners along the way. Good luck racers!✨

✨Things To Do During Your Stay✨✨Here at The Ridgeway Barns, there are lots of wonderful nearby activities to do during y...
05/07/2024

✨Things To Do During Your Stay✨

✨Here at The Ridgeway Barns, there are lots of wonderful nearby activities to do during your stay.✨

✨Whether you’re after stunning views across the North Wess*x Downs, a gentle stroll along the Thames, or a forest adventure searching for Gruffalo, the surrounding countryside is host to a variety of quintessentially English landscapes.✨

✨Mooch around our local market towns: hunt for antiques in Hungerford, delve into the bustling market (Wednesdays and Saturdays), or travel a little further afield to explore the Roman towns of Cirencester and Bath.✨

✨If you have children joining you, then why not take a trip to the Cotswolds, see the fascinating animals , or take a dip at where there are many choice for water-based activities, from swimming and SUPing (stand-up paddle boarding), to kayaking and adventure parks.✨

✨If you would like to book a stay, then please get in touch or visit our website for more information.✨

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✨Housekeeping Team!✨✨We are currently recruiting for a new, part-time housekeeper, to start as soon as possible or by th...
03/07/2024

✨Housekeeping Team!✨

✨We are currently recruiting for a new, part-time housekeeper, to start as soon as possible or by the 9th of September 2024. The core requirement is for 6 hours on a Monday to changeover our guest accommodation (typically 9 am – 3 pm), but with scope for additional hours later in the week. This is a fixed term contract for maternity cover, and with scope for a permanent contract in the longer term.✨

✨For more information and to apply, please visit the 'Meet the team' page on our website.✨

✨Retreats At The Ridgeway Barns✨✨The Ridgeway Barns is nestled in the peace and quiet of the North Wess*x Downs, and is ...
30/06/2024

✨Retreats At The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨The Ridgeway Barns is nestled in the peace and quiet of the North Wess*x Downs, and is a great place for escaping from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The large farmhouse, beautiful gardens and stunning threshing barn are an ideal place for hosting your retreat. ✨

✨The Farmhouse can sleep up to 15 guests in 8 bedrooms and there are two large reception rooms suitable for hosting Pilates and yoga classes for up to 6 people in each room. Our expansive lawn is the perfect place for relaxing or some sunshine yoga, or if the weather isn't as glorious as it was for our team Pilates today, then our threshing barn is a great backup option for classes up to 30.✨

✨If you would like to organise a retreat at our venue, then please get in touch or visit our website for more information.✨

✨Why you should choose a professional wedding supplier…✨✨Today we owe an enormous shout out to Emma  for coming to save ...
24/06/2024

✨Why you should choose a professional wedding supplier…✨

✨Today we owe an enormous shout out to Emma for coming to save the day at a wedding over the weekend, after the original cake (made by a hobbyist baker) collapsed in transit.

✨The original cake had been ordered by one of the guests as a gift to the couple, but from an un-insured hobbyist baker. Sadly, the cake collapsed in transit and was irrecoverable on arrival.

✨We reached out to our trusted partner Emma for help, and thankfully Emma was able to use a cake she had baked ready for the next day, deliver it to the venue, and assemble it with flowers ~ all before the brides noticed it was missing. 🎂

✨Emma bakes the most wonderful, melt in the mouth cakes and decorates them beautifully. She was also able to provide her cake at a significantly better price than what the hobbyist had originally charged.🍰

✨THANK YOU EMMA, YOU ARE A SUPERSTAR!✨

✨This is a prime example of why we think you should use professional suppliers on your wedding day ~ they are highly experienced, know the value of their services, and will make sure everything goes smoothly on the day.✨

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✨Christmas and New Year Stays At The Ridgeway Barns✨✨It may seem a bit early for Christmas talk, but we think it's alway...
14/06/2024

✨Christmas and New Year Stays At The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨It may seem a bit early for Christmas talk, but we think it's always good to be ahead of the game when it comes to planning the festive period!✨

✨Our large farmhouse with eight luxurious bedrooms is the ideal place for bringing together the generations. Imagine the excitement of the children coming downstairs on Christmas morning to find their presents stacked underneath the magnificent tree, and the smell of freshly baked croissants cooking in the Everhot oven.

✨The large kitchen diner is the heart of the home, and the place where everyone is likely to gather while you make your Christmas dinner preparations: Grandad sat in the armchair by the woodburning stove, the kids laying the table, and the adults preparing the veg around the large peninsular, glass of wine in hand.

✨Choose to tuck in to your Christmas feast in the formal dining room, with stunning views over the North Wess*x Downs, or gather around the large farmhouse dining table in the kitchen. And when you’ve stuffed yourselves full of turkey, relax in the snug or take a stroll up to the beautiful Ridgeway.

✨If you would like to book your Christmas stay, please get in touch or visit our website.✨

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✨Celebrant-led Ceremonies at The Ridgeway Barns✨✨The third option for your ceremony at The Ridgeway Barns is to have a c...
06/06/2024

✨Celebrant-led Ceremonies at The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨The third option for your ceremony at The Ridgeway Barns is to have a celebrant-led ceremony. This is a great option if you've already held your legal wedding, but now want to celebrate with all your loved ones.✨

✨Because you're not completing any legally binding vows, celebrant led ceremonies can be completely personalised and bespoke to you. So whether it's telling the story of how you met, including your friends and family with readings or tangible aspects of the celebration, or the way you signify your relationship, from exchanging rings, to hand-fasting, to sand-mixing ceremonies ~ and more! The choice is yours!✨

✨We love to look back at all the lovely weddings we've had here over the years, including Emma and Doug's celebrant-led wedding, conducted by the wonderful Alison from . Like Alison, a professional celebrant will get to know you and help you to plan your ceremony with you, from helping to write the service and conducting your unique wedding ceremony.✨

✨If you can picture your special day here, then please get in touch or visit our website and see what we could offer for your special day.

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✨Civil Partnerships at The Ridgeway Barns✨✨So what's the difference between a civil ceremony and a civil partnership, I ...
05/06/2024

✨Civil Partnerships at The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨So what's the difference between a civil ceremony and a civil partnership, I hear you say! Well, it mostly comes down to your outlook, as the actual ceremonies are very similar (see our post from yesterday for more detail). The main difference is that civil ceremonies result in 'marriage', whereas civil partnership ceremonies result in a 'civil partnership'.✨

✨Civil partnerships all came about back in the days before same-s*x marriage was legalised, but these days both same-s*x and opposite -s*x couples can choose whether to marry or civilly partner (hoorah for equality!). Most couples now choose marriage, but if marriage isn't for you (e.g. because of your beliefs), then a civil partnership is a great alternative that results in the same legal benefits as a married couple have.✨

✨If this is the type of ceremony you would like or if you would like to have your special day at our venue, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨

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✨Civil Ceremonies at The Ridgeway Barns✨✨Broadly speaking, there are three ways to legally marry in England and Wales: e...
04/06/2024

✨Civil Ceremonies at The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨Broadly speaking, there are three ways to legally marry in England and Wales: either by having a religious wedding in a registered place of worship (such as a church), having a civil ceremony at a Register Office, or by having a civil ceremony at a licenced premises like The Ridgeway Barns. Over the next few days we will go through the different types of ceremony that we offer here, to help you decide which one is right for you.✨

✨To legally marry at The Ridgeway Barns you will need to book your civil ceremony through Swindon Register Office. They will do all the legal checks and paperwork required to ensure your marriage is legal, as well as guiding you through the process and helping you personalise your ceremony. On the day, they will provide a registrar and celebrant to complete the proceedings, including conducting the ceremony and signing the register.

✨ Civil ceremonies are a great way of ensuring you can complete all your celebrations at a single venue without your guests having to travel during the day. And here at The Ridgeway Barns we have licenced spaces ranging from intimate rooms in the Farmhouse, to the Threshing Barn, and even the stretch tent and oak-framed gazebo outdoors. Although there are certain requirements and restrictions regarding civil ceremonies, there are still lots of things that you can do to personalise them to you, from the choice of music to the words in your vows.

✨If you would like to have your special day at our venue, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨

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✨North Wess*x Downs Walking Festival✨✨We are now in the midst of the fourth annual *xdowns walking festival, celebrating...
02/06/2024

✨North Wess*x Downs Walking Festival✨

✨We are now in the midst of the fourth annual *xdowns walking festival, celebrating the stunning scenery and top-class walking countryside that this beautiful National Landscape (formerly known as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) has to offer. The event is running between 31st May and 9th June, with daily events, many of which are free to attend.✨

✨If you fancy exploring this fascinating landscape, why not book a stay here at The Ridgeway Barns in the heart of the North Wess*x Downs. Our two self-contained annexes are the perfect place to escape for a few days for a well deserved country getaway, both with king sized beds, ensuite bathroom and kitchenette.✨

✨If you would like to book a stay, then please get in touch!✨


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✨Wedding Memories ~ Saturday 27th May 2023✨✨Who says weddings all have to follow the same format?! We absolutely love lo...
27/05/2024

✨Wedding Memories ~ Saturday 27th May 2023✨

✨Who says weddings all have to follow the same format?! We absolutely love looking back at the photos from Paris and Rachel's wedding in May 2023! This beautiful couple wanted to make the most of the late-may bank holiday weekend with a super-intimate celebration and just 12 guests, and The Ridgeway Barns was the perfect location.✨

✨These gorgeous brides broke with tradition, creating a first-look opportunity as they emerged from opposite sides of the farmhouse, before walking one another down the aisle. After saying their vows in the glorious Wiltshire sunshine, they enjoyed grazing platters, cake and games of badminton on the lawn. Paris and Rachel had the most beautiful day filled with love, happiness and fun, surrounded by their nearest and dearest. ✨

✨If you would like to elope to the country for your intimate wedding, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨

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✨Viewings Day Next Sunday! 2nd June 2024✨✨Are you looking for the perfect location for your special day? Why not book an...
25/05/2024

✨Viewings Day Next Sunday! 2nd June 2024✨

✨Are you looking for the perfect location for your special day? Why not book an appointment at our viewing's day on Sunday 2nd June.

✨During your viewing you will have the opportunity to explore our stunning venue and discover the versatile spaces we have to offer during your personalised tour. Whether you are after an intimate wedding in the farmhouse, say "I do" under our beautiful oak-framed gazebo or have your ceremony in our rustic threshing barn ~ the choice is yours!

✨Meet one of our fantastic Events Managers, Georgina, who is excited to find out all about your wedding plans and discuss how we can help bring your dream day to life.

✨If you would like to book a viewing, then please follow the link in our bio✨


✨Summer Getaways At The Ridgeway Barns✨✨Have you planned your summer escape with your friends and family? Our farmhouse ...
24/05/2024

✨Summer Getaways At The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨Have you planned your summer escape with your friends and family? Our farmhouse and annexes are the perfect place to gather with your loved ones and explore the stunning countryside that and have to offer.

✨Our luxurious but homely accommodation sleeps 15, and we also have a pop-up bed and two travel cots for larger groups.

✨Last few summer 2024 weekends remaining!✨

~ 31st May - 2nd June, 2 nights for £4,125 or 3 nights for £4,275
~ 16th - 18th August 2 nights for £4,275 or 3 nights for £4,600
~ 23rd - 26th August £4,750 for a 3 night stay
~ 30th August - 1st September 2 nights for £4,275 or 3 nights for £4,600

✨We also have some midweek availability during the school summer holidays. If you would like to book a stay, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨


✨The Ridgeway Barns Story✨✨We've noticed some new followers since the 2024 wedding season has begun, so we thought it wa...
17/05/2024

✨The Ridgeway Barns Story✨

✨We've noticed some new followers since the 2024 wedding season has begun, so we thought it was a good time to tell the story of how The Ridgeway Barns became the award winning business it is today.✨

✨From being the Ford family home, to becoming a wedding and events venue, Alex Ford and his wife Becky have created a wonderful space that has been the backdrop to so many wonderful celebrations.✨

✨Together with their close friend Louisa, they have helped so many couples dream days become a reality over the years and look forward to many more! Of course, none of this would've been possible without the amazing support we have had from you guys, so thank you for making this dream come true!✨


✨Barn Weddings at The Ridgeway Barns✨✨In 2023 we renovated our gorgeous 19th century Threshing Barn, and we have now had...
10/05/2024

✨Barn Weddings at The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨In 2023 we renovated our gorgeous 19th century Threshing Barn, and we have now had the privilege of hosting many glorious weddings. The feedback from our couples and guests has been incredible, and we have loved working with you!✨

✨The Threshing Barn is a fantastic space for your special day, and is fully licenced for civil ceremonies and civil partnerships. Wow your guests as they arrive in the glass atrium. Say I do under the rustic beams. Feast with your guests in the barn, then party the night away with drinks flowing from our bar.

✨This magnificent space has capacity for 100 dining guests and 120 evening, with several layout options for you to choose from. You will also have access to our lower courtyard with outdoor seating, that leads up to our glorious garden.

✨It is a perfect space to get married any time of the year whether it's in snowy winter or on a summers day. If you are interested in seeing what we can offer for your special day, then please get in touch or visit our website.✨

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✨The Stretch Tent✨✨Spring has arrived and our stretch tent is up ready for a summer full of weddings! Included as standa...
04/05/2024

✨The Stretch Tent✨

✨Spring has arrived and our stretch tent is up ready for a summer full of weddings! Included as standard for weddings of 80 or more day guests between April and October, it adds versatility and is a great space to use throughout your wedding, from drinks receptions to photo opportunities.✨

✨We also are excited to announce that we have now received permission to hold legal ceremonies under it, being a great alternative for an outdoor wedding when the weather isn't quite on your side.

✨ If you would like to come and visit our venue, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨

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✨Home Away From Home✨✨Do you long to escape to the countryside for a few days? Why not book a stay in our luxurious Geor...
03/05/2024

✨Home Away From Home✨

✨Do you long to escape to the countryside for a few days? Why not book a stay in our luxurious Georgian Farmhouse and Annexes.✨

✨Take in the summer sun in the glorious garden while your BBQ is sizzling and as the youngsters explore the natural wonders we share here at The Ridgeway Barns.

✨Enjoy a delicious meal in the beautiful dining room as you catch up with family and friends, or why not enjoy a marshmallow on the fire pit as the night draws in.

✨Our accommodation could be your home away from home for a couple of days, please get in touch to book your stay.✨


✨The Ridgeway Barns Garden Games✨✨Are you looking for some great additions for your big day? Then why not rent some of o...
27/04/2024

✨The Ridgeway Barns Garden Games✨

✨Are you looking for some great additions for your big day? Then why not rent some of our traditional garden games we have on offer.

✨Choose from the following items: Croquet, Giant Connect 4, Quoits or Boules. Our team will make sure they are available in the garden for you and your guests to enjoy throughout the day.

✨If you are interested in hiring any for your celebration, then please get in touch.✨

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✨The Ridgeway Barns Prop Hire✨✨We are excited to announce that we now have a selection of props we can offer for your we...
25/04/2024

✨The Ridgeway Barns Prop Hire✨

✨We are excited to announce that we now have a selection of props we can offer for your wedding at The Ridgeway Barns.✨

✨We have 2 rustic wooden barrels that are perfect underneath showstopper pieces like your wedding cake or an audio phone book, a beautiful wooden easel ideal for your welcome sign or displaying your seating plan, a rustic card post box, a wooden cake stand to give that rustic feel, and 6 wooden crates to decorate the barn or display your flowers.

✨If you are interested in adding any of these items to your special day, then please get in touch with your Event Manager.✨

✨Introducing Our New Glass Atrium!✨✨Lots of you came along to our Spring Showcase Day in March, but for those who didn’t...
20/04/2024

✨Introducing Our New Glass Atrium!✨

✨Lots of you came along to our Spring Showcase Day in March, but for those who didn’t, we are excited to finally reveal our new Glass Atrium! After months of hard work by multiple trades people we are finally there, with the stunning atrium, traditional flooring, beautiful loos, all wired, plumbed and perfectly painted.

✨The atrium is a fantastic space for many purposes including greeting your guests, welcome drinks and photo opportunities, or just a space to stop for a chat with a friend.

✨If you would like to come see our venue to discuss your wedding plans, then please visit our website or get in touch.✨


✨Home Grown Blossoms at The Ridgeway Barns✨✨We are lucky to have so many beautiful flowers and plants growing around our...
17/04/2024

✨Home Grown Blossoms at The Ridgeway Barns✨

✨We are lucky to have so many beautiful flowers and plants growing around our venue throughout the seasons. From snow drops carpeting the woodland floor in early February, daffodils lining the driveway in March, purple allium and wisteria flooding the garden in late Spring, to blooming roses in the summer, gardener Jonathan keeps our gardens in top shape throughout the year, creating the perfect backdrop for your celebrations.✨

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✨The Ridgeway Barns Open Evening✨✨Are you interested in exploring our versatile venue to picture your perfect day? Why n...
11/04/2024

✨The Ridgeway Barns Open Evening✨

✨Are you interested in exploring our versatile venue to picture your perfect day? Why not come along to our open evening on Wednesday 17th April between 6-8 pm.✨

✨You will have the opportunity to tour our rustic Threshing Barn including our new Glass Atrium, our beautiful Georgian Farmhouse, luxury Annexes, and stunning Garden at your leisure.

✨Meet one of our wonderful Event Managers Lou or Georgina and discuss your day to remember. If you would like to book a space, then please follow the link below.✨

https://calendly.com/theridgewaybarns/open-days

✨Viewings Day ~ Sunday 7th April✨✨Are you looking for the perfect place for your celebration? Why not book an appointmen...
02/04/2024

✨Viewings Day ~ Sunday 7th April✨

✨Are you looking for the perfect place for your celebration? Why not book an appointment to meet our senior event manager Lou at our viewings day this Sunday!✨

✨During your viewing, you will have a personalised tour around our beautiful venue and the opportunity to discuss your plans with Lou.

✨Whether you are after an intimate wedding in the farmhouse, you want to say your vows under our glorious oak framed gazebo, or have your ceremony in our rustic threshing barn, the choice is yours!

✨Please follow the link below to book your viewing ~ viewings by appointment only.✨

https://calendly.com/theridgewaybarns/viewing_opportunities

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✨Inspiration From Our Spring Showcase Day✨✨Our Spring Showcase Day was full of inspiration for your wedding, with help f...
01/04/2024

✨Inspiration From Our Spring Showcase Day✨

✨Our Spring Showcase Day was full of inspiration for your wedding, with help from some of our favourite suppliers!

✨Izzy dressed our beautiful oak-framed gazebo with stunning pink & white florals and foraged blossoms, while Becky hung gleaming fairy lights throughout the barn and styled the tables with vibrant decorations.

✨Meanwhile Peter from tempted our tastebuds with some flavoursome local bread and tasty pizzas, whilst Andy served delicious canapes throughout the day.

✨If you want a sweet treat that is both beautiful and delicious, then there's no better person to speak to than Emma , she created an extravagant cake table full of goodies to try. Caroline also joined us with her crepe van Hugo, and provided samples of her yummy savoury and sweet crepes.

✨Matt was on hand with his guitar juke box, playing a mixture of tunes to our guests as they toured the venue.

✨We were also joined by Peter .co.uk, Jay , Holly , Claire , Alex and Emily .celebrant. If you weren't able to come along, then please get in touch to book a 1:1 appointment.✨

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