Stratton Court Barn offers an idyllic exclusive use venue for your special wedding day. The property is nestled within 65 acres of stunning private land and formal gardens in the charming North Oxfordshire countryside, near Bicester and Oxford. We pride ourselves in our flexibility and would love for you to make the most of our gardens, grounds, lake, and woodlands. Facilities and Capacity The Main Barn is a beautifully intimate space, ideal for exchanging your vows. Built in 1872, it retains many of its original features, including oak beams, a vaulted ceiling, and a striking traditional stone structure, all of which lend a timeless charm to the setting - plus views over the breathtaking countryside. The barn's high ceilings and focal point arch create a stunning backdrop for ceremonies, blending classic elegance with modern touches. The Byre is our newest space - a breathtaking barn space with a hint of industrial charm. Doors open onto the courtyard and at the heart of the room is a striking fireplace, creating a cosy and inviting ambiance. Whether adorned with round tables or rustic long tables, this unique space seamlessly combines rustic character with contemporary style. The venue is licensed to hold civil ceremonies indoors, in the Main Barn or The Byre, and outdoors in Ferne Wood, The Courtyard or the Rose Garden. For the ceremonies our Main Barn can host up to 90 seated guests and The Byre up to 130 seated guests, with capacity up to 175 for the evening reception. Gorgeous Granary cottage is available to stay in on the night of your wedding. The cottage interior matches the classic yet contemporary style of the barn with flagstone floors, wood burning stove, two bedrooms with luxurious double beds, and a wet room stocked with The White Company products. The Hayloft wedding preparation room, designed in farmhouse-luxe style is the perfect place to get ready on the morning of your wedding from 8.30am. Airy and comfortable, with designer furniture and decor, full length mirrors, phone chargers and private en-suite bathroom, it’s a lovely place to relax and enjoy time with those closest to you while the anticipation builds Food is at the heart of every wedding, and we are passionate about delicious food that’s prepared using locally sourced and exceptional quality produce. We have six wonderful approved caterers to choose from, each specialising in their own unique field, to ensure you have exactly the type of food you wish to have on your day. For the evening, choose from one of our fabulous tried and tested food trucks or pop ups. Alternatively your chosen daytime caterer may be able to provide this. They offer a complete range from wood fired pizzas to BBQ, paella to street food, plus many other late night snacks to keep your guests going all night long. You are most welcome to bring in your own evening caterers, just enquire with us in advance. We are proud to offer an outstanding selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks and packages. From sparkling wines, to cocktails, presse, spirits, local beers (including Hawkstone), plus our local gins Cotswolds and TOAD, our fully stocked bar will perfectly compliment your day. Outside the barn you will find a lovely lawn area (hello, lawn games!), landscaped courtyard with a beautiful outside bar and fire pit. Our Rose Garden, woodlands, driveway and grounds make for spectacular photo opportunities. We are a family run, exclusive use wedding venue who believe that weddings should be fun, relaxed, enjoyable and personal to you. From your initial enquiry through to your wedding day and beyond, one of wedding coordinator’s will be with you every step of the way. They will guide you through planning, booking suppliers, timings for your day, food and drink, final planning meetings on site, decoration setup, table plans as well as everything else required to deliver a seamless experience for you and your guests. On the big day they will be there to assist you from the moment you arrive right though to the party at night. We would love to welcome you to Stratton Court Barn to discover the charm of our exclusive use Oxfordshire wedding venue! Email or call us to have a lovely chat or book in for a private venue tour. We can't wait to meet you and hear all about your ideas for your dream day!
Gallery
Styles & facilities
Woodland and festival
Asian wedding
In the country
Barn
Unique weddings
Church
Outdoor license
Sporting
Civil ceremony licence
Fire ceremony
Pet-friendly
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence
Hairdresser
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
Corkage option
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Helipad
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Horse baraat permitted
Reviews
5.0(96)5/5 from 96 couple reviews
5/5 review
LivSeptember 2026
5.0
We were married at Stratton on 31.08 and we cannot express how perfect the day was from start to finish! We first viewed the venue 5 years ago when we first got engaged and held off booking due to having 2 house renovations before finally booking in 2024, from the first meeting to the final we felt supported by the team and you can really tell how much they love their job! Holly was our coordinator and her energy and love for her couples is infectious! She goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy in the lead up and on the big day we honestly couldn’t fault her and she is a complete credit to the team at Stratton! Everything was exactly how we imagined from the decor to the music all of the team and external vendors made sure everything was perfect. Our guests couldn’t compliment the venue enough from how beautiful it is, to the range of areas you have exclusive access to for your whole day, everyone was so impressed. The grounds and barn itself are so beautiful and can be decorated in your own way to suit your particular style while still having its own charm. Our content creator had never been to Stratton and absolutely loved it and we had so many places to take pictures in all different styles. We had a lot of extras we wanted for our day, from live singer, sax player, photo booth, sparklers and nothing was too much for the team everything we wanted was encouraged and set up seamlessly. We would highly recommend Stratton Court Barn to anyone for their special day, we can’t thank the team enough and are so grateful for giving us the best day of our lives and memories we will cherish forever! We can’t wait to come back during an open day just to relive every moment. Thank you to everyone involved a
5/5 review
KassandraSeptember 2026
5.0
There are so many amazing things we could say about Stratton Court Barn, and we honestly couldn’t recommend it enough. From the very first moment we drove through the gates, walked the grounds and met the team, we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. There was something so special about the venue, and we immediately felt that we could see our wedding there. Taryn was absolutely incredible to work with from start to finish. She was always so kind, patient and considerate, answering all of our (often very random!) questions and making us feel completely supported throughout the whole process. She really understood what we were envisioning for our day and, most importantly, she made us feel like nothing was ever too much trouble. On the day itself, Taryn and the entire team went above and beyond for us. Taryn made sure everything ran so smoothly that we genuinely felt completely stress-free and were able to just enjoy every single moment. And my goodness, did everything come together spectacularly! The day was honestly more perfect than we could have imagined, and we truly couldn’t have done it without her and the amazing team behind her. Seb and the bar team were also fantastic in the evening, looking after us and all of our guests so well and helping to make the evening so much fun. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, the grounds are beautiful, the accommodation was cosy and comfortable, and every little detail came together perfectly on the day. But what really made Stratton Court Barn so special for us was the people. From the planning stages right through to the moment we left, we felt so looked after, and we will always be incredibly grateful for that. Thank you so much to Taryn, Seb and the entire Stratton Court Barn team for being such a huge part of the best day of our lives. We will fore
5/5 review
BeckiAugust 2026
5.0
We got married at Stratton Court Barn earlier this year and I cannot recommend it and its staff enough! The venue is truly gorgeous with so much space for your guests, both inside and outside. We had our ceremony in the Rose Garden which was just beautiful, before having our main meal in the Byre and our evening disco in the Main Barn. Every space was great and we found we needed very little decoration to elevate them. The staff are a true asset to Stratton Court. We are so grateful for Holly, our wonderful wedding co-ordinator, who constantly reassured me in the build up to our day, helped brainstorm ideas for any gaps we had and did the most incredible job setting up and making everything look gorgeous on the day. Our day wouldn't have been half as good without all the work Holly, Seb and all of the staff working did looking after everyone and making sure we all had the best day! Stratton Court Barn also have a great list of recommended suppliers which they are constantly reviewing and which we were really grateful for as non-locals. We really loved the freedom and flexibility the venue offered with multiple approved caterers, whi
5/5 review
NicoleAugust 2026
5.0
Stratton Court Barn was the most perfect venue for our recent wedding, the team worked so hard to bring our vision to life and make our day flow so seamless. They honestly go above and beyond and made the whole process from start to finish stress free. I would highly recommend Stratton Co
5/5 review
ErinAugust 2026
5.0
We had the most EPIC wedding at Stratton Court Barn!!! My (now!!) husband and I knew instantly from our first drive up to this magnificent venue that this was the place for us. We were met with fun, kindness, comfort and the most wonderful wedding knowledge which, let’s face it, we needed desperately, as we did not have a clue what we were doing!!!! From the moment we first made contact, every single member of the team we encountered made us feel so special and welcome. On the big day, both Josh and I were able to relax, knowing full well that everything was in complete control (big up Taryn!). Th
5/5 review
ArunimaAugust 2026
5.0
Stratton Court Barn gave us the most beautiful day of our lives and my husband and our families can't thank them enough for that! We had our wedding here in July 2026 and Holly, our coordinator made sure it was everything we could have imagined. The grounds, barns and Rose garden are absolutely stunning and having full and exclusive use of that for the day was great for our guests (and for photos!) But they're also flexible as a venue, as we could pick our own caterer (for a fee) and decorate as we wished. We fell in love with the venue when we first visited but it's the team that convinced us. The entire team are really friendly and respond within 24 hrs generally but our coordinator Holly was exceptional. She hyped us up at our planning meeting and the drop off week of the wedding. Her organisation and attention to detail helped us plan the perfect day and took a weight off us, reassuring us that everything would go to plan (which it did!). And on the day itself, she kept everything running perfectly, making sure we didn't have to lift a finger. She even went above and beyond to help us find a meaningful and valuable nec
5/5 review
LindaJuly 2026
5.0
From the moment we walked into stratton Court barn for the first time, we knew
5/5 review
LucyJune 2026
5.0
We cannot recommend Stratton Court Barn enough. We fell in love with the venue on visiting and knew it was perfect. The setting is gorgeous, the buildings are beautiful, and altogether it's just the most wonderful place for a stylish, friendly wedding. We had our ceremony in the Main Barn, and it was everything we wanted -- intimate and romantic. Through the day, our guests were able to mill around the courtyard and grounds, toasting marshmallows and playing croquet, while the dancefloor in the Main Barn blended seamlessly into the courtyard as night fell. It was exactly what we had had in mind for our day. What really sets SCB apart, though, is the incredible staff. Our wedding coordinators Charlotte and Taryn were absolutely sublime, responding to every question within hours, constantly trying to accommodate what we wanted. Taryn even managed to get permission for us to have our first dance outside. Taryn went above and beyond in helping us get ready for the day, and she made it so the day caused us absolutely no stress at all: everything just happened without us having to worry about whether the cakes were out, or if the firepit had been lit yet. Taryn, you were better than any review can properly capture, especially in how carefully you ensured I got my walk-in as a bride at the exact moment in the song I wanted. That meant so much to me and Peter. The bar staff -- particularly night manager Seb -- were equally as professional and helpful, moving all our stuff into Granary Cottage for the night so we didn't have to haul anything around, and even providing tea for us to have after the guests departed. The staff also did the majority of set up and broke down our decorations for us on
5/5 review
HilaryJune 2026
5.0
We recently had our wedding at Stratton Court Barn, and the entire experience was nothing short of incredible. From start to finish, the team was exceptionally friendly, professional, and genuinely kind. They were instrumental in bringing all our ideas to life, making the planning process enjoyable. On the day itself, the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything ran perfectly so we could enjoy our time. We have to call out Taryn, our venue coordinator, who was our absolute legend. Her ability to keep calm and collected was invaluable - she even saved the day by sewing my wedding dress after a mishap during photos! If you are looking for a venue that t
5/5 review
KimberlyJune 2026
5.0
Stratton court barn is the most beautiful venue I loved how the rooms are all inter connected we had our ceremony in the beautiful main barn and then wedding breakfast in the byre and for the evening we had evening food and a 360 booth in the barn which the venue changed over so well and used all our flowers off our wedding breakfast decor so everything had lots of use! The evening also we had the bar area as our dance floor for the band which worked so well! The grounds are beautiful and well kept flowers all around which makes the pictures amazing for the backdrop! We had 12 children for day and night which was absolutely no trouble as they had a bouncy castle on the grass area and plenty of space they could run around and be safe. The staff at Stratton court barn are incredible a massive shout out and big thanks to Taryn our wedding coordinator she was phenomenal! She made sure our day was flawless and completely stress free! While planning she was great to chat to so friendly, so informative and gave great advice! On our handovers she was so on the ball super organised, took any stress from us! And on the day she was so good to us, everything went exactly as we planned and she set up all our decor exactly as we wanted it and as I said earlier when clearing down the byre from wedding breakfast she used our flowers to make the evening area just as beautiful! All our guests understood why we chose Oxfordshire for our location and the venue is stunning and worked so well! If we could
5/5 review
CourtneyJune 2026
5.0
Stratton Court Barn was the venue for our wedding in April 2026 and they were amazing! The entire venue is finished beautifully and the entire setting of the venue is incredible. The staff were absolutely fantastic in the run up to our wedding and on the day itself. Taryn was our coordinator, working with us to plan our day and was there on the day too. We felt very at ease when we met her to discuss the big day in a planning meeting a few months before the wedding, and she went through a lot of detail to ensure everything was as we wanted. The staff worked with us to make the day amazing and Taryn was on hand all day to ensure everything went smoothly. They setup all our decorations for us on the day so we didn’t have to worry about that. Taryn went above and beyond on the morning of our wedding from helping me into my dress, calming my nerves and helping with practice walks down the aisle. Taryn also met my fiancée (now husband) when he arrived and made sure he was okay, had everything he needed and made sure he was as calm and relaxed as possible. She took him to the side for 5 mins with a drink to make sure he was chilled and ready for the day which he really appreciated. She was always on hand to make sure anything that needed to be done was done. Taryn handed over to Seb the bar manager in the evening who was also very attentive. We stayed in the on-site cottage the night of the wedding which was a lovely addition. It’s a very well maintained property with lots of lovely details. The staff were very thoughtful and took some cake across to the cottage for us and some pizza from our evening food to ensure we got to have some. We felt very looked after by Taryn and all of the staff
5/5 review
LouiseJune 2026
5.0
From the moment we first viewed the venue, we completely fell in love. It truly is one of the most beautiful wedding venues we've ever seen. Every single corner has been thoughtfully designed and maintained – from the stunning barns and courtyard to the rose garden, woodland areas, and breathtaking countryside views. There is so much space, yet it still feels incredibly intimate and special. We attended one of the wedding open days and instantly fell in love with Ferne Wood, which is where we ultimately chose to hold our ceremony. We originally started looking for somewhere to host a simple vow renewal after missing out on a traditional wedding during Covid, but Stratton Court Barn inspired us to create something so much bigger. Before we knew it, our vow renewal had turned into the wedding celebration we'd always dreamed of having! Olivia and Jonny are some of the loveliest people you could ever hope to meet. They have created something truly special at Stratton Court Barn, and we feel incredibly lucky to have found it. And then there's Holly, our Event Manager. I work in events myself, and I can honestly say I have never met anyone quite like Holly. She is absolutely exceptional. The amount of care, effort, organisation, and attention to detail she puts into every wedding is incredible. Throughout the planning process she guided us through everything so thoroughly, making sure no detail was missed. She was always available to answer questions, offer advice, and suggest ideas we would never have thought of ourselves. What amazed us most was how tirelessly she worked behind the scenes. She genuinely cares about creating the perfect day for every couple and goes above and beyond in ways that most people will never even see. Her passion for what she does shines through in every interaction. Our wedding day was everything we had dreamed of and so much more. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue or a better team to help bring it all to life. If you're looking fo
5/5 review
KeannaMay 2026
5.0
We fell in love with stratton court barn almost straight away. From walking through the rose garden and courtyard, to seeing the barn and the lake, to finally walking though ferne woods. It was the only venue we saw where we loved both the interior and exterior and meant i could live my dream of getting married in the woods. Each visit was just as good as the previous and meant we met new suppliers each open day they hosted giving us lots of options to choose from. The staff were always super helpful and friendly and answered any question we had in a timely manner. When it came to our actual wedding day, our wedding coordinator, Holly, was absolutely amazing. She was so supportive and clearly loved what she did with her enthusiasm and ideas and was incredibly accommodating, we couldn't have had such a smooth wedding day without her kee
5/5 review
EllieMay 2026
5.0
f we could give Stratton Court Barn more than five stars, we absolutely would. From the second we visited, we knew the venue was special but we couldn’t have imagined just how much the people would make it what it became for us. The venue itself is honestly breathtaking: absolutely gorgeous, full of character, beautifully cared for, and somehow feels both incredibly grand and completely welcoming at the same time. It was the perfect backdrop for our day and every single corner felt magical. But what truly makes Stratton Court Barn exceptional is the team. The owners are so lovely and clearly care so deeply about creating an unforgettable experience for every couple - after we booked we went back months later for an open day and the owners remembered us, which was just such a lovely touch. Every member of staff was incredible - kind, attentive, and so invested in making the day run seamlessly. A special mention has to go to Seb, the bar manager, who was amazing and brought such great energy to the day and night. 10/10 drinks too! But the biggest thank you in the world goes to Taryn. We genuinely don’t think our wedding would have been what it was without her. Taryn was everything you could ever hope for in a wedding coordinator and somehow even more than that — fun, affirming, calm, endlessly capable, and possibly the greatest wedding coordinator the world has ever seen. From start to finish she made us feel completely supported and looked after. She gave us pep talks when we needed them, kept us excited and grounded all at once, and somehow made everything feel effortless even though we know she was working magic behind the scenes all day long. She arranged the most beautiful set up — walking into the space and seeing everything come together was such an emotional moment because she brought the vision to life even more beautifully than we imagined. She made sure everyone was in exactly the right place at exactly the right time, kept the day flowing perfectly, and handled every detail with so much care. And perhaps the ultimate proof that she goes above and beyond… she literally put deodorant on for me when I forgot mine and I was already in my wedding dress😂 (please enjoy the picture proof!) That tiny moment somehow sums up the whole experience - she thought of absolutely everything and showed up for us in ways big and small all day long. By the end of the wedding, Taryn didn’t feel like a coordinator - she felt like a friend firmly in our corner who genuinely wanted us to have the best day of our lives, and because of her and the entire team at Stratton Court Barn… we did. We cannot recommend this venue highly enough. It i
5/5 review
BeccyMay 2026
5.0
Stratton court barn was the first and only venue we looked at! And that says a lot. I had been following Stratton court barn on Instagram way before I was even engaged and knew as soon as I was this was the place I wanted to get married! ( I just needed to convince my other half haha ) which he was as soon as we visited! Everything was just perfect, from booking and leading up to the day. Our wedding day was honestly the most amazing day of our lives, the venue is just perfect, every single little detail . We had Taryn as our wedding coordinator and Taryn just made the day for me, she was there as soon as I arrived and truly felt like my best friend for the day, I couldn’t have done it without her - thank you again Taryn. I wish I could get married all over again! I would recommend Stratton court barn to absolutely everyone! Thank you to everyone who made our day special, thank you will never be enough! Beccy and Ryan Lemmon
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