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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022
Last update: October 2024
Villiers Barn is a picturesque Wedding Venue located in Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex. The barn is set in an idyllic location, with acres of beautiful gardens, tranquil lakes, and incredible countryside views, making it perfect for a rural wedding.
Facilities and Capacity
The Grade II listed seven-bay barn is rich in history and has been beautifully restored, combining traditional features and modern style.
The former coach house has been transformed into a gorgeous get-ready suite, and it's situated between the courtyard and swimming pool. At Villiers Barn, ceremonies will take place in the property's designated indoor ceremony space. The room features large windows, white walls, light wood flooring, and ceiling beams, creating a light and airy event space. Receptions are held in the main barn venue with wooden structures, ornate chandeliers, and large glass sliding double doors. If you're looking to have the fairytale-inspired wedding you've always envisioned, this venue is for you!
Services Offered
The experienced team is passionate about their work and is committed to ensuring you have the happiest day, tailored to you as a couple and full of personal touches. Villers Barn offers bespoke packages to meet all your requirements. The in-house catering team is a family-owned business that comes with 25 years of experience managing hundreds of weddings a year. They will ensure the smooth running of your day, providing a combination of top-class food and service. What's more, the venue is just four minutes from the award-winning Lifehouse Spa & Hotel. They have 89 bedrooms and will provide a discounted rate for any guests attending a wedding at Villiers Barn.
Awards
We are very proud to have won numerous wedding awards since opening in the last 2.5 years, which is a credit to the hard work and passion our team put into every wedding, making each couple's wedding vision become a reality!
- Hitched Wedding Awards 2022 & 2023 & 2024
- The Wedding Industry Awards : Regionally Highly Commended Barn Venue of the Year 2022
- The Wedding Industry Awards : Regionally Highly Commended Barn Venue of the Year 2023
- The Wedding Industry Awards : Regionally Highly Commended Best Newcomer 2023
Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
In the country
Historic
Barn
Outdoor license
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted
Overnight accommodation:
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Venue staff assistance:
Wedding coordinator
Venue leisure facilities:
Swimming pool
Other features:
Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Villiers Barn
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5.0 out of 5 rating
129 reviews
100% recommend it
Harriette B. Sent on 08/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating
First class
I don’t think the words I’m trying to find even exist in the dictionary, to describe this truly breathtaking, spectacular, unique, initiate venue - VILLIERS BARN is out of this world and that’s all down to Juliet & Barry, the Venue owners & directors & their son Jonathan who offer a 7-star, first class service. All three are extremely passionate about their business & they go above and beyond from the moment we viewed, booked & then had our wedding (last Thursday), no job was too big for them.
We viewed VILLIERS during its renovation & as soon as we drove up the lane, there was something so very special about where we had just arrived, historic, traditional - but different from any other typical barn wedding venue I’d seen online / been to as a guest. VILLIERS holds something special & unique.
VILLIERS was the first & only venue we viewed - we knew it was the one for us. We went back to see progress & it just kept getting better and better. I can’t praise the venue, the setting, the owners & staff enough.
We had an Amalfi (Italian) Coast themed wedding, the barn is simply stunning & speaks for itself - our theme fitted in perfectly, but as would any other theme over the last year I’ve seen villiers host many weddings & no two weddings have been the same it’s incredible - versatile VILLIERS! 👏🏽
Every time we viewed VILLIERS after booking, I felt so choked in the ceremony room, the barn, by the lake as I just knew this was the only place I see myself getting married to my fiancé, our wedding day was perfect & we have had fabulous comments from family and friends - saying it was the best venue & best wedding they’d ever been to, spectacular settings & top class service and so well organised.
To Juliet, Barry & Jonathan and their wonderful staff - your passion shines through & we can’t thank you enough for having us & making our day perfect, I’m so sad our wedding day is over - but the memories we’ve created will last forever & will play out like a film in our minds.
I can’t recommend VILLIERS BARN enough, if you want the best wedding, then book the best venue.
Thank you all again,
Harriette & Charlie Blackshaw-Clare 🤍🍋💙
We viewed VILLIERS during its renovation & as soon as we drove up the lane, there was something so very special about where we had just arrived, historic, traditional - but different from any other typical barn wedding venue I’d seen online / been to as a guest. VILLIERS holds something special & unique.
VILLIERS was the first & only venue we viewed - we knew it was the one for us. We went back to see progress & it just kept getting better and better. I can’t praise the venue, the setting, the owners & staff enough.
We had an Amalfi (Italian) Coast themed wedding, the barn is simply stunning & speaks for itself - our theme fitted in perfectly, but as would any other theme over the last year I’ve seen villiers host many weddings & no two weddings have been the same it’s incredible - versatile VILLIERS! 👏🏽
Every time we viewed VILLIERS after booking, I felt so choked in the ceremony room, the barn, by the lake as I just knew this was the only place I see myself getting married to my fiancé, our wedding day was perfect & we have had fabulous comments from family and friends - saying it was the best venue & best wedding they’d ever been to, spectacular settings & top class service and so well organised.
To Juliet, Barry & Jonathan and their wonderful staff - your passion shines through & we can’t thank you enough for having us & making our day perfect, I’m so sad our wedding day is over - but the memories we’ve created will last forever & will play out like a film in our minds.
I can’t recommend VILLIERS BARN enough, if you want the best wedding, then book the best venue.
Thank you all again,
Harriette & Charlie Blackshaw-Clare 🤍🍋💙
Jodie R. Sent on 16/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Like your favourite relative letting you use their beautiful home for your wedding venue
Villiers Barn is an absolutely stunning wedding venue with so much rustic charm! From the moment we booked, the team went above and beyond to make everything perfect, and Juliet in particular was incredible—so helpful, kind, and attentive throughout the whole process. The food was fantastic, fresh and beautifully presented every detail felt thoughtfully planned. If you're looking for a beautiful, welcoming venue with a brilliant team, Villers Barn is the perfect choice.
Lloyd C. Sent on 19/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Wouldn't change a thing
From the moment we went and visited the venue, we were in awe of how beautiful it is.
Still, that means very little without a wonderful team, and Villier's Barn delivers in spades. Jonathan, Juliet, Becky, and everyone else we've dealt with were unbelievable.
From Jonathan answering our millions of questions as we approached the big day, to Juliet being so warm and helpful when dropping off our assorted decorations, to Becky literally putting on buttonholes right before the ceremony, we couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Everything ran smoothly, the staff were helpful throughout the day, and nothing was ever too much trouble. My wife and I are genuinely a little sad we can't do it all over again!
Still, that means very little without a wonderful team, and Villier's Barn delivers in spades. Jonathan, Juliet, Becky, and everyone else we've dealt with were unbelievable.
From Jonathan answering our millions of questions as we approached the big day, to Juliet being so warm and helpful when dropping off our assorted decorations, to Becky literally putting on buttonholes right before the ceremony, we couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Everything ran smoothly, the staff were helpful throughout the day, and nothing was ever too much trouble. My wife and I are genuinely a little sad we can't do it all over again!
Chanel P. Sent on 11/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The most magical day 🤍
Villiers Barn was the first and only venue we viewed. It was absolutely breathtaking from the minute we viewed it. The staff were very warm and welcoming. We then booked it and throughout the whole process nothing was too much trouble for the Villiers Barn Team. They did an amazing job on the day of our wedding and met and went above and beyond our expectations and we are extremely grateful.
The biggest of thank you's to Juliet, Jonathan & Becky.
All our love Richard & Chanel x
The biggest of thank you's to Juliet, Jonathan & Becky.
All our love Richard & Chanel x
Samantha B. Sent on 30/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Samantha & Adam - 24.10.24
Where do I begin? Villiers Barn was the only venue we viewed. To when my Fiancé proposed and I found the venue through my photographer I knew I’d found the place I wanted to get married in.
From our viewing with Juliet, we signed on the dotted line there and then. Jonathan was then a constant communication path for my 1000s of questions over the next 3 years. If I could give 1000*s I would, Jonathan was our rock! He would answer every question, provide every detail, no request was to much trouble and I genuinely felt so calm throughout the whole process.
The family team at Villiers care about your wedding day as much as you do, you’re treated like royalty & your guests will have the most incredible day. Down to the morning of the wedding Becky was just amazing, making sure me and my bridesmaids had everything we needed. To the ceremony and day when Jonathan had everything coordinated. My glass was always topped up, food was served by the masses and was incredible. Our music played through out the day and the little moments we had in our honeymoons lodge for some time to ourselves was so special. Jonathan and his wonderful wife & partner made sure everything was packed for us to ferry away the following morning, they even arranged special gift we received while staying at the lifehouse spa after the wedding.
I want everyone I know to get married at Villiers so they can experience the most incredible day as we did.. and of course catch up with our Villiers family.
Thank you again for absolutely everything, words simply aren’t enough. All of our love always Samantha & Adam xxxxx
From our viewing with Juliet, we signed on the dotted line there and then. Jonathan was then a constant communication path for my 1000s of questions over the next 3 years. If I could give 1000*s I would, Jonathan was our rock! He would answer every question, provide every detail, no request was to much trouble and I genuinely felt so calm throughout the whole process.
The family team at Villiers care about your wedding day as much as you do, you’re treated like royalty & your guests will have the most incredible day. Down to the morning of the wedding Becky was just amazing, making sure me and my bridesmaids had everything we needed. To the ceremony and day when Jonathan had everything coordinated. My glass was always topped up, food was served by the masses and was incredible. Our music played through out the day and the little moments we had in our honeymoons lodge for some time to ourselves was so special. Jonathan and his wonderful wife & partner made sure everything was packed for us to ferry away the following morning, they even arranged special gift we received while staying at the lifehouse spa after the wedding.
I want everyone I know to get married at Villiers so they can experience the most incredible day as we did.. and of course catch up with our Villiers family.
Thank you again for absolutely everything, words simply aren’t enough. All of our love always Samantha & Adam xxxxx
Ellie W. Sent on 26/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
A perfect experience!
From the first time we entered Villier’s Barn we knew it was somewhere very special, Juliet initially showed us around and was very attentive and welcoming. She really cared about us and our relationship, it felt like we’d known her for years.
After booking the venue, communication was always prompt and professional, no question was too much hassle. At no point did we feel as if we didn’t have a team supporting us. They were always there to help us plan and execute the wedding we dreamed of.
Our day went as flawlessly as we could hope, Becky and Juliet coordinated our day down to the last detail. They helped keep us both calm and relaxed. Becky even played along with a joke in our Best Man’s speech, which will now be one of our favourite memories of the day!
All in all, we’re so grateful for everything the Villier’s Barn team did for us and wish we could have our special day again!
Mr & Mrs Wason x
After booking the venue, communication was always prompt and professional, no question was too much hassle. At no point did we feel as if we didn’t have a team supporting us. They were always there to help us plan and execute the wedding we dreamed of.
Our day went as flawlessly as we could hope, Becky and Juliet coordinated our day down to the last detail. They helped keep us both calm and relaxed. Becky even played along with a joke in our Best Man’s speech, which will now be one of our favourite memories of the day!
All in all, we’re so grateful for everything the Villier’s Barn team did for us and wish we could have our special day again!
Mr & Mrs Wason x
Dave B. Sent on 08/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
A perfect day thanks to an incredible team
We got married at Villiers Barn in September 2024. We had the most amazing, perfect day and cannot thank the Villiers Barn team enough.
From our very first contact with Villiers Barn, almost 2 years earlier, Jonathan was prompt, precise and honest will all of his communication. All aspects of pricing were extremely clear and easy to understand. Villiers Barn were happy to accommodate us with multiple visits to view the venue alone and with family.
Closer to the day, Juliet and Rebecca were fantastic in dealing with all of our questions and reassuring us that all would run smoothly.
The experience of the whole team is clear to see at all stages of planning and there seems to be no request or scenario they have not come across before.
On the day, the entire team were extremely attentive and ensure the day ran as smoothly as possible taking care of dealing with suppliers so that we could focus on enjoying the day. All of our guests were extremely impressed with the venue and organisation and several commented it was one of the best wedding they had attended.
We would highly recommend hosting your wedding at Villiers Barn and cannot give high enough praise to Jonathan, Juliet, Rebecca and the team!
From our very first contact with Villiers Barn, almost 2 years earlier, Jonathan was prompt, precise and honest will all of his communication. All aspects of pricing were extremely clear and easy to understand. Villiers Barn were happy to accommodate us with multiple visits to view the venue alone and with family.
Closer to the day, Juliet and Rebecca were fantastic in dealing with all of our questions and reassuring us that all would run smoothly.
The experience of the whole team is clear to see at all stages of planning and there seems to be no request or scenario they have not come across before.
On the day, the entire team were extremely attentive and ensure the day ran as smoothly as possible taking care of dealing with suppliers so that we could focus on enjoying the day. All of our guests were extremely impressed with the venue and organisation and several commented it was one of the best wedding they had attended.
We would highly recommend hosting your wedding at Villiers Barn and cannot give high enough praise to Jonathan, Juliet, Rebecca and the team!
Emma Sent on 08/10/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating
Fantastic wedding day
This is a family run business that makes you feel part of the family. We knew as soon as we stepped into Villiers and got goose bumps because of its beauty, that is where we would marry. The staff are all lovely, they were quick to reply to questions and give advice. The food was amazing and just kept coming! Wish we could do it all again as it went to quickly!
Jordon Sent on 07/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect wedding venue
We had the most perfect day, it was everything we imagined and so much more 🤍 from start to finish The Day family made it a dream come true. Villiers is so much more than a venue, you are not a number to them, it’s personal and your home for the day. Communication was excellent! The food was exceptional. Staff were amazing! I can’t find a single fault or thing I would have changed about the day at all. Everything was simply perfect. Juliet and her team gave us the wedding me dreamed of! Thank you doesn’t even come close to our gratitude.
Jamie G. Sent on 19/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Mr & Mrs Greig
BOOK THIS WEDDING VENUE, YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!
From the moment me and wife stepped foot on the premises we knew this was the place we wanted to get married!
Juliet, Jonathan and Rebecca made the process from the initial viewing to the big day absolutely seamless! Any questions we had were answered quickly and informatively.
The big day came and what a day and went with absolutely no issues, the whole team at Villiers barn were working tirelessly behind the scenes to take any worries away for me and my wife.
The canapés and the food was absolutely amazing and a mega advantage for couples is the venue save you a tray of canapés for you to eat on your own while you take a moment together while once your photos are done, and not only that but you and your partner get to choose any meal of the menu you want as it is your big day!
The honeymoon lodge is beautiful, then night of our wedding rained and laying watching the rain hit the pond and tap on the roof was a lovely way to wake up!
I honestly can not recommend this venue enough, it was the absolutely best day of our lives and would love to be able to do it all over again!
From the moment me and wife stepped foot on the premises we knew this was the place we wanted to get married!
Juliet, Jonathan and Rebecca made the process from the initial viewing to the big day absolutely seamless! Any questions we had were answered quickly and informatively.
The big day came and what a day and went with absolutely no issues, the whole team at Villiers barn were working tirelessly behind the scenes to take any worries away for me and my wife.
The canapés and the food was absolutely amazing and a mega advantage for couples is the venue save you a tray of canapés for you to eat on your own while you take a moment together while once your photos are done, and not only that but you and your partner get to choose any meal of the menu you want as it is your big day!
The honeymoon lodge is beautiful, then night of our wedding rained and laying watching the rain hit the pond and tap on the roof was a lovely way to wake up!
I honestly can not recommend this venue enough, it was the absolutely best day of our lives and would love to be able to do it all over again!
Louise S. Sent on 04/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The Most perfect Wedding day!
I don’t even know where to begin. What and absolutely Incredible Venue. This was the first venue we looked at and knew from that point we didn’t need to look anywhere else we just knew this was the one and absolutely fell in love with it, Since booking this gorgeous barn Juliet, Jonathan, Rebecca and the rest of the team have all been absolutely amazing, They were aways there to answer any questions we had no matter how big, small or silly and it was always such a quick and lovely response. We had our gorgeous wedding at the beautiful Villiers barn on Saturday and from getting ready in the bridal suite to the honeymoon lodge when the wedding was over honestly couldn’t of been anymore perfect. The whole team were incredible and we honestly couldn’t fault anyone or anything, someone was always on hand throughout the whole day and that was so reassuring the whole team made sure that our day ran so smoothly which It did. With every wedding you expect a blip but I can’t even say we had one due to how organised professional and caring the whole team was and the attention to detail for everything was just phenomenal, Our guests spent the whole day saying how beautiful the venue and wedding was and how everything was running so smoothly and honestly we can’t thank you enough for that we also just want to mention the food as from the canapés to the evening buffet it was all absolutely delicious. We honestly can’t thank you all enough for giving us the wedding of our dreams we will remember that day for the rest of our lives and that is all thanks to you and your incredible team. There is honestly no words to describe how greatful we are for giving us the most incredible day which will stay in our hearts forever.
Lots of Love always Mr & Mrs Sayers ❤️
Lots of Love always Mr & Mrs Sayers ❤️
Lauren P. Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Lauren & Adam Pomphrett
Wow. What an incredible experience from beginning to end. As soon as we visited Villiers I knew it was the place we wanted to get married. The venue is just beautiful but Jonathan and Juliet really made us feel special and we just knew it was the place for us. Nothing was ever to much trouble. People gave always told us a wedding is very stressful to plan, but with Villiers barn that was never the case. The venue, the food and the staff were just incredible.
Francesca O. Sent on 23/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The Owens 05/07/24
Honestly, look no further - there is no venue more incredible than Villiers Barn!
We had our wedding at Villiers this year after completely falling in love with everything about it and then booking with them 2 years prior to our wedding day. Juliet and her team are amazing, they made us feel so comfortable and looked after, no ask was too big or too small! They look after you like family and in all honesty Juliet was one of the main reasons we booked Villiers in the first place! From the lead up, to the morning of the wedding, the team made me process so smooth, enjoyable and stress free, they just wanted us to enjoy our day and not to worry about a single thing! It’s difficult to put into words what this venue and the people who run it mean to us but it will always hold the most special place in our hearts🤍
We had our wedding at Villiers this year after completely falling in love with everything about it and then booking with them 2 years prior to our wedding day. Juliet and her team are amazing, they made us feel so comfortable and looked after, no ask was too big or too small! They look after you like family and in all honesty Juliet was one of the main reasons we booked Villiers in the first place! From the lead up, to the morning of the wedding, the team made me process so smooth, enjoyable and stress free, they just wanted us to enjoy our day and not to worry about a single thing! It’s difficult to put into words what this venue and the people who run it mean to us but it will always hold the most special place in our hearts🤍
Hayley W. Sent on 22/08/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating
An amazing wedding day
We celebrated our wedding at Villiers in July 24 and had an amazing day. Staff were professional, friendly and supportive throughout the day. Becky and Alice were amazing!! Juliet ensured we were looked after whilst getting ready in the morning and the set up of the barn was everything we wanted. BBQ wedding breakfast was very nice and well organised and the staff ensured we, the couple, got some canapés and time to sit by ourselves to soak it all in. The only downside was that we didn't see the evening food but that might have been because we were dancing too much!! Highly recommend the venue, the setting and staff made our day everything we wanted and more.
Sophie N. Sent on 28/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating
There aren’t enough words 🤍
I don’t think there are the words to describe Villiers Barn – neither the venue nor team, they are simply outstanding and we will never be able to thank them enough for making our wedding day nothing short of perfect.
We viewed several venues prior to seeing Villiers, and cancelled a number of viewings afterwards! Not only was the venue breath-taking, it was the people that had us hooked immediately. Jonathan booked us in for a visit with great communication, then Juliet and Becky welcomed us in with open arms. They instantly put my bride fears at ease! The whole team are so knowledgeable about the industry and so reassuring; we said we could forget everything on the day and know the venue would speak for itself and the team would have us covered. As a family run business, you’re not only booking a venue at Villiers - you are booking (lovely) people that care.
We knew we would be in good hands but the day STILL managed to surpass our expectations. From the most delicious chicken we have EVER tasted, to the little touches of Becky helping my with my bags from the car and a coffee in the morning. The team had thought of EVERYTHING – a speaker for the girls getting ready, help with decorations that needed last minute tweaks, being pulled away to enjoy our husband and wife canapés by the lake which was a beyond beautiful moment, to helping box everything up the next day for an easy getaway into married life. Every single person that attended our wedding was wowed; The barn, the grounds, the décor, the vibes, the attentive staff, beautiful (and plentiful) food and drink… there is just too much to say.
In summary, thank you. Thank you for making our dreams come true. The day would not have been the same without you and we will never forget that it was Villiers and the Villiers team that created the best day of our lives.
Sophie & Christoper Lutton
27.06.2024
We viewed several venues prior to seeing Villiers, and cancelled a number of viewings afterwards! Not only was the venue breath-taking, it was the people that had us hooked immediately. Jonathan booked us in for a visit with great communication, then Juliet and Becky welcomed us in with open arms. They instantly put my bride fears at ease! The whole team are so knowledgeable about the industry and so reassuring; we said we could forget everything on the day and know the venue would speak for itself and the team would have us covered. As a family run business, you’re not only booking a venue at Villiers - you are booking (lovely) people that care.
We knew we would be in good hands but the day STILL managed to surpass our expectations. From the most delicious chicken we have EVER tasted, to the little touches of Becky helping my with my bags from the car and a coffee in the morning. The team had thought of EVERYTHING – a speaker for the girls getting ready, help with decorations that needed last minute tweaks, being pulled away to enjoy our husband and wife canapés by the lake which was a beyond beautiful moment, to helping box everything up the next day for an easy getaway into married life. Every single person that attended our wedding was wowed; The barn, the grounds, the décor, the vibes, the attentive staff, beautiful (and plentiful) food and drink… there is just too much to say.
In summary, thank you. Thank you for making our dreams come true. The day would not have been the same without you and we will never forget that it was Villiers and the Villiers team that created the best day of our lives.
Sophie & Christoper Lutton
27.06.2024
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Grove Farm, Tan Lane, Thorpe-Le-Soken CO16 9PT Thorpe-le-Soken (Essex)
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