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Woolas Barn, wedding venue in North Yorkshire, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(21)

Woolas Barn

Appleton Roebuck, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 7HT, North Yorkshire, UK

Guest capacity
Up to 120 guests
Per person from
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About Woolas Barn

Woolas Barn is a unique rural wedding venue in York, North Yorkshire UK, offering services to couples hosting their special day. Originally built in 1863 and renovated in 2018, this stunning venue sits on a family-run 400-acre farm and offers couples the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern facilities. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from York and 30 minutes from Leeds centre, it is the perfect place for couples to create the bespoke wedding celebrations of their dreams. The dedicated team prides themselves on providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere and loves working with couples on such a momentous occasion. Facilities and Capacity Woolas Barn caters to weddings with up to 120 guests. There are four ceremony and reception locations available. Couples can exchange vows in the dedicated ceremony room, a unique area that was once the stable for the farm’s working horses. The space has been lovingly restored and features the original brickwork and exposed timber beams which give it a delightful rustic charm and elegance. Outside, the large courtyard boasts stunning views of the Yorkshire Wolds and is the perfect place to toast marshmallows over the firepits when the sun goes down. Couples can host their drinks reception in the oldest part of the property, the Granary. This magnificent space exudes a rich sense of history and features a rustic bar, reception area, and most importantly, space where guests can strut their stuff when the music starts. Upstairs lie two cosy snugs providing the perfect place to enjoy a chat with old friends over a cocktail or two. Finally, the Lambing Shed boasts a striking vaulted ceiling and glass doors that provide views across the courtyard and beyond. This space is ideal for a wedding breakfast and can host up to 120 of your closest friends and family. Services Offered The Woolas Barn team offers a range of services and packages that can be tailored to the needs of each couple. An onsite wedding coordinator is available who will ensure that each client's big day is a seamless and enjoyable experience. Couples can enjoy exclusive use of the facilities for the duration of the wedding. Outside vendors are welcome and the team can supply a list of trusted suppliers if required. There is a dancefloor and live music facilities onsite to facilitate bands and DJs. This hidden gem is easily accessible, has facilities for disabled guests, and plenty of parking.

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Styles & facilities

Historic
In the country
Barn
Civil ceremony licence
Evening reception facilities
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Pet-friendly
Entertainment licence
Corkage option
Live band facilities
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Exclusive use
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Confetti permitted
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
DJ facilities

Reviews

5.0(21)5/5 from 21 couple reviews

5/5 review

FaithSeptember 2026

5.0

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had the most amazing day at this beautiful wedding venue! Being family-run, James was so friendly, welcoming and genuinely happy to help with anything we needed. The communication throughout the whole process was fantastic, which made everything feel so easy and stress-free. The building and grounds are absolutely beautiful, and our wedding guests couldn’t stop talking about how lovely everything was. We had an amazing day, and so did our guests. We honestly couldn’t recommend this venue highly enou

5/5 review

JessAugust 2026

5.0

We highly recommend Woolas Barn as we had the best possible wedding there! If we did it again, the only thing we would have changed about our wedding would be to somehow magically slow time down and make the day last longer! James and everyone else we worked w

5/5 review

PhoebeAugust 2026

5.0

We couldn’t recommend James, Emily and the Fusion team more highly. From start to finish, they were absolutely fantastic and made our wedding experience so special. Being a family-owned working farm made the venue feel incredibly personal and unique, and the team went above and beyond to create a day that felt completely tailored to us. They were flexible, professional and so easy to work with throughout the planning process, always making us feel like we were in the best hands. The food was absolutely amazing, our guests couldn’t stop talking about it, and the service on the night was exceptional. The bride and groom were so well looked after! We are i

5/5 review

JamesAugust 2026

5.0

What can we say about the team at Woolas. From the first interactions with James, we immediately knew this was the place we wanted to get married. Nothing was too much trouble. In a time that is of course fraught with planning and details etc. James and the team really took the stress out of many elements, making the whole process all the easier. When it came to the day, no detail was left unaccounted for, thus allowing Becky and I to enjoy the day. This along with the fabulous food, gorgeous barn and amazing service made the day truly unforgettable. What probably emphasises the incredible job the guys do is the amount of our guests that heaped praise on James and the team, with everyone feeling the attention to detail and service. Not least Auntie Maggie, who at 93 was looked after by James, makin

5/5 review

OliverJuly 2026

5.0

Our wedding at Woolas Barn was absolutely perfect, and we couldn't recommend it highly enough. The venue itself is a stunning setting – rustic, full of character, and the perfect balance of relaxed and fun while still feeling special for such an important occasion. One of the biggest advantages was having exclusive use of the venue for the entire weekend, which allowed us to spend much more quality time with our family and friends and made the whole celebration feel far less rushed than a traditional one-day wedding. Emily K, our wedding planner, was fantastic from start to finish. She was organised, calm, incredibly helpful, and always on hand to answer questions or offer advice. Having her involved was worth every penny and made the planning process and wedding weekend run seamlessly. The in-house catering was another real highlight. We've attended a lot of weddings over the years, and the food at Woolas Barn was genuinely some of the best wedding food we've ever had. The quality, presentation, and service were all exceptional, and many of our guests commented on how good it was. A special mention also goes to James, the owner, who was always friendly, approachable, and incredibly responsive throughout the process. His flexibility and willingness to help made everything so much easier. If you're looking for a beautiful, rustic venue with fantastic food, a brilliant team, and the opportunity to make a whole weekend of your wedding, Woolas Barn i

5/5 review

GeorgiaJuly 2026

5.0

James & the whole team at Woolas Barn are phenomenal. From the first enquiry, to everything in the run up and the day itself, James and the team always went above and beyond to help us with whatever we needed, no request was too big or too small. The different spaces the venue had was amazing, our guests loved that there were so many places to sit, both inside and out, and it means that nothing ever feels rushed. This was true also for the setting up & taking down in the days either side of the wedding, James and his team couldn’t have been more warm and helpful. Woolas Barn and its eth

5/5 review

EmilyJuly 2026

5.0

Woolas Barn is an incredible venue! From the moment we started searching for venues online we came across Woolas Barn and fell in love with this rustic venue. We attended an in person open day and loved every aspect of it, James was great at answering all of our questions, was there through every step and made sure our day went exactly how we planned. The ceremony room and breakfast room were perfect for a medium sized wedding, an intimate space with gorgeous rustic charm. The venue was perfect inside and out, so peaceful in a beautiful setting with everything you could ever need at the venue. It can be dressed up as much or as little as you want and still looks stunning. The catering company (Fusion) at the venue was exceptional, from the delicious tasting before the wedding to all the questions handled, nothing was ever too much and they ensured the day ran like clock work. The food was sensational and all our guests commented on how delicious the food was! If you are looking for a stun

5/5 review

KirstenJuly 2026

5.0

There are so many barn-type venues in the area and, after looking round dozens, we weren’t sure we were going to find one that ticked all our boxes. We stumbled across Woolas by accident - and oh my gosh are we glad we did. The venue itself is simply beautiful, with plenty of rustic charm and natural light. Exactly what we wanted. What really makes Woolas special though is the team behind it. From the open day, through the planning, right up to the day itself, there was nothing that James and team wouldn’t do for us. They worked with us to create a wedding that was unique to us - with no pressure or expectation to do what other couples do. The result was the most beautiful day. We knew it would be and yet it still was just beyond anything we

5/5 review

JodieJune 2026

5.0

We booked Woolas Barn more than two years before our wedding after a viewing with James. From the very beginning, he was incredibly helpful and there was absolutely no pressure to book on the spot. He encouraged us to take our time and think about it. However, we fell in love with Woolas from the moment we arrived. One of the biggest selling points for us was that they only host one wedding per week. This meant we had plenty of time to set up the day before and collect everything afterwards, which took away so much stress and made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. We didn’t know anyone who had previously got married at Woolas, so attending open days and bringing our parents to view the venue was really important to us. James and the team were always accommodating and welcoming throughout the entire process. On the day itself, the venue received countless compliments from our guests, who loved the intimate, relaxed atmosphere. In terms of value, Woolas offers excellent pricing for such a beautiful venue. You pay a venue hire fee, with the option to add a wedding coordinator and stylist, while catering is priced separately. We found everything to be very reasonable considering the quality of the space and service. Everyone at Woolas played a part in making our wedding day absolutely perfect. We genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better venue or team to support us throu

5/5 review

KerysJune 2026

5.0

I don't even know how to put into words how amazing James and his team were but I'll give it a good go Nothing was ever too much. James was super responsive and really laid back with anything we asked for. James himself is really down-to-earth and so easy to get on with. He's really understanding and just genuinely lovely. The onsite caterers, Fusion, also made our day flawless. Everyone involved made us feel like VIPs from start to finish. Even the tasting was incredible. It was intimate, romantic and nothing was too much trouble. One of the team helped take pictures of our guests with our guestbook camera and stuck them in (without us even asking), they helped with timings, light candles, turn on any USB lights and were just incredible. I cannot fault these guys at all. Throughout the planning process, we were considering just going to a registry office instead but every time we discussed it, it all came back to the venue. We knew we would regret missing out on this incredible venue and we were completely right. I wish we could do it all ag

5/5 review

SarahMay 2026

5.0

James and the whole team at Woolas were absolutely incredible from start to finish. Woolas is a truly special place in a gorgeous setting but it's the people that make it truly magical. We had the most perfect May wedding here, all our guests commented on how well

5/5 review

KatieMay 2026

5.0

We got married at Woolas Barn on 16th May 2026 and it was without doubt the best day of our lives. Woolas was the first of three venues we looked at, and we knew pretty much straightaway it was the one for us. As the daughter of a farmer, we loved how authentic and rustic it was, as opposed to purpose-built wedding barns, and the fact they only hold one wedding a week, for a select period of the year, made it feel more personal and less like you are on a wedding conveyer belt. From day one, James encouraged us to use Woolas as a blank canvas - with the exception of the in-house caterers, we could bring in whichever vendors we wanted and do whatever we wanted with the place, e.g. putting specific beers on tap behind the bar. As for Fusion, the in-house caterers, WOW. We have lost count of the number of guests who have told us it was the best wedding food they have ever had. We loved the process of selecting our menu. We chose the Asado Feast for our main course, but were able to ask for our own starters and desserts, which Charlie the head chef went away and created his own, incredible versions of. It meant we were able to put our own little touches on everything. On the day of the wedding, our guests loved the personalised service of the Fusion team, including the waiting staff knowing their names as they put their plates down, while it was absolutely no issue for Fusion to include a lit candle on the dessert of a guest whose birthday it was. Finally, a special mention for the incredible Emily, our wedding planner. Her ideas, advice and gorgeous little touches made planning our wedding far easier than we ever expected. She was a joy to work with and on the day, we were blown away by just how perfectly she had nailed our vision and how seamlessly it all ran. To James, Emily and all the tea

5/5 review

PatrickMay 2026

5.0

We had the most incredible day celebrating our wedding at Woolas Barn. From start to finish, everything felt effortless, and a huge part of that was thanks to our wonderful wedding planner, Emily, who ensured the entire day ran seamlessly. The venue itself is absolutely stunning—made even more perfect by the sunshine we were lucky enough to have! James and the team at Woolas were fantastic. The venue has such a relaxed, family-run atmosphere, which really sets it apart from others that can sometimes feel like wedding “factories.” We loved that they only host one wedding a week, making the whole experience feel so personal and special. The hospitality team at Fusion were equally outstanding. So many of our guests commented that it was the best wedding food they’d ever had! They were incredibly flexible with our menu and drinks choices, allowing us to create exactly the experience we wanted for our guests. On the day, the staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly

5/5 review

LaurenApril 2026

5.0

We had the most perfect wedding day at Woolas Barn on 4th April. When we went to the open day in January 2025, we knew instantly it was the venue for us! It is the perfect combination of modern and rustic. James (the owner) showed us around and we loved the informal and relaxed feel that he described. James’s communication was excellent for the next 15 months. When it came to setting up the day before, James and the team at Fusion Events were so helpful. Jules and Charlotte from Fusion looked after us on our wedding day and nothing was too much trouble! We also want to give a special mention to Chloe, who was just amazing!!! Many of our guests said the food was some of the best they’ve had at a wedding, which was lovely to hear. It was delicious!! Everything went smoothly and the venue really worked for us, being able to move seamlessly from the ceremony room to the bar to the Lambing Shed. We cou

5/5 review

TomApril 2026

5.0

Woolas Barn is a spectacular venue. It is well looked after and maintained. One of the huge pull factors for us was just the sheer number of individual spaces around the venue - the mezzanine floor has two smaller rooms, which we used for more chill activities away from the dance floor, the ceremony room is the perfect size for crazy golf, the dining area is just stunning and the outdoor area provides so many opportunities for more fun with the fire pit and grass verges, perfect for garden games or similar. We were also particularly impressed with how accommodating the venue were with what we wanted to do. There was no pushiness with regards to choosing certain suppliers - it was all down to us and James was happy to make anything we wanted to do work. In terms of value for money, Woolas is spectacular. During our initial venue exploration phase, we looked at several venues - many of whom were significantly more expensive than Woolas, however they did not provide nearly as much space, opportunity or beauty as Woolas Barn did. We can only give a huge thank you to all of the staff at Woolas, but especially to James & family, EmilyKWeddings and all of our suppliers that made the day as phenomenal as it was. Woolas Barn truly provided us with the greatest day of our lives.

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