Dovecote Events (Barn & TipiVenue)
Set across rolling Oxfordshire countryside near Banbury, Dovecote Events spans open fields and tree-lined grounds with dual venues—a traditional barn and contemporary tipi structure.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- BHX · 1 hour 15 minutes by car
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 164
Dovecote Events (Barn & Tipi Venue) is a estate destination wedding venue in Banbury OX17 3NP, UK, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Birmingham Airport (BHX), 1 hour 15 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Dovecote Events (Barn & Tipi Venue) in Banbury OX17 3NP, open May–August.
Set across rolling Oxfordshire countryside near Banbury, Dovecote Events spans open fields and tree-lined grounds with dual venues—a traditional barn and contemporary tipi structure.
The estate's elevated positioning offers sweeping rural views, while mature trees frame intimate garden spaces ideal for ceremonies and photographs.
Both structures provide weather-protected event spaces without sacrificing the pastoral landscape that defines the setting.
Just incredible! It was the first venue we visited after getting engaged, but told ourselves we needed to view more before we make a decision, but ultimately we knew it was where we wanted to tie the knot as soon as we saw it, we fell in love with Dovecote! Absolutely stunning from Barn to tipi and in between. The team were so friendly and welcoming and always went out of their way to assist us, Lauren and Mel did an amazing job throughout, from initial booking to the wedding day itself. There were a a few hiccups and miscommunication’s but were resolved efficiently and effectively. Everything else went smoothly on the day and was so well organised thanks to the whole team. The food was insanely good and we’ve not stopped having compliments from our friends and family about the sharing boards! Everyone had such a wonderful time. It was the perfect place to be able to customise it to suit our alternative personalities, but also simply stunning enough that we didn’t need to over do it either, it was the most beautiful, dreamy wedding space. Would 10/10 recommend this venue, for small or large, simple or eccentric! The team will be behind you and support you 100%! Thank you so much to Dovecote for giving us the most incredible wedding day, we’ll never forget it and probably never stop talking about it!
4 notes, from the desk.
Dual venue setup: restored barn plus 50-person capacity tipi on the same 25-acre estate
Capacity range from 20 to 150 guests across both spaces
Google rating of 4.7/5 from verified customers
On-site facilities include bar, kitchen, and designated parking for 60+ vehicles
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Dovecote Events (Barn & Tipi Venue).
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 14:00–18:00Vendor setup (catering, floristry, AV equipment); guest accommodation check-in at nearby hotels
- 09:00–10:30Bridal party preparation; final venue checks and guest arrival
- 11:00–12:00Ceremony in barn or designated garden space
- 12:00–13:00Aperitifs and group photography on estate grounds
- 13:00–15:30Seated reception, meal service, and speeches in barn or tipi
- 15:30–23:00Evening entertainment, dancing, cake cutting, departure
Things worth knowing.
BHX · 1 hour 15 minutes by car
Guests fly into Birmingham Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
£3,500–8,500
Pricing excludes external services (catering, flowers, entertainment, photography). Confirm all fees with the venue directly. Peak season rates may apply for summer dates.
£500–1,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
£45–75 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
£80–180 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we use both the barn and tipi for a single event?+
Yes. Many couples use the tipi for ceremonies and the barn for receptions, or vice versa, allowing flexible use of the 25-acre estate across multiple spaces.
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests when using both the barn and tipi together, with the barn holding approximately 100 and the tipi 50.
Is the venue licensed for civil ceremonies?+
Yes, Dovecote Events holds a civil ceremony license, permitting legal marriages on the estate grounds.
What catering options are available?+
The venue provides an on-site bar and commercial kitchen. External caterers are also welcome to work within the space.
Is accommodation available for guests?+
The estate does not offer lodging, but Banbury and surrounding Oxfordshire villages have hotels, cottages, and farm stays within 3–8 miles.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Dovecote Events (Barn & Tipi Venue).
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.