Notley TytheBarn
Notley Tythe Barn operates on a practical advantage: you can hire the entire 17th-century estate for exclusive use, meaning no competing events and full control over your timeline.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- LTN · 60–75 minutes
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 244
Notley Tythe Barn is a estate destination wedding venue in Aylesbury HP18 9ER, UK, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from London Luton (LTN), 60–75 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Notley Tythe Barn in Aylesbury HP18 9ER, open May–August.
Notley Tythe Barn operates on a practical advantage: you can hire the entire 17th-century estate for exclusive use, meaning no competing events and full control over your timeline.
Located on 50 acres of Buckinghamshire countryside, the converted barn combines stone walls and exposed beams with modern amenities, giving you authentic character without sacrificing comfort.
The estate's self-catering cottages sleep up to 30 guests, allowing your wedding party to stay on-site.
We had the most amazing wedding day at Notley Tythe Barn! Piotr’s food was absolutely outstanding, and the waiting staff were polite, attentive and never let anyone go without an empty glass. The guests were blown away by how gorgeous the venue was - and the extra touch of Ian the beer donkey. Susan put us completely at ease, and helped to create a lovely relaxed atmosphere for all the guests throughout the day. It was a truly special day thanks to the Notley team.
4 notes, from the desk.
Grade II listed 17th-century barn with original oak beams and stone features
50-acre private estate available for exclusive hire—no other events scheduled
Self-catering accommodation in 6 cottages sleeping up to 30 guests total
Licensed for civil ceremonies with capacity for 150 guests
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Notley Tythe Barn.
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.
- 2:00 PM–6:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in to cottages; rehearsal dinner or informal gathering
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PMGuest arrival; hair/makeup in cottages or designated room
- 1:00 PM–2:00 PMCeremony in barn or outdoors
- 2:30 PM–3:30 PMCocktail hour and photos on estate grounds
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PMReception, dinner, dancing in barn
- 10:00 AMBrunch or casual departure for guests; checkout by noon
Things worth knowing.
LTN · 60–75 minutes
Guests fly into London Luton. The desk arranges every transfer.
£8,000–25,000
Exclusive-hire pricing means all 50 acres and cottages are yours alone. Self-catering model requires hiring external caterers—budget 8–12 weeks ahead. Accommodation savings offset high catering costs for guest-heavy weddings.
£1,200–2,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
£0 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
£90–150 / 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 stay on the estate with our guests?+
Yes. Six self-catering cottages on the farm accommodate up to 30 overnight guests, making it ideal for destination weddings where guests travel from afar.
Is the barn licensed for ceremonies?+
Yes, it holds a civil ceremony license. You can legally marry in the barn itself or use the grounds for an outdoor ceremony if weather permits.
What's the guest capacity?+
The barn seats up to 150 guests for ceremony and reception, with outdoor space for larger celebrations or lawn games.
Do we need to bring caterers?+
The venue is self-catering, meaning you hire your own catering team. This gives flexibility but requires more planning on your part.
When should we book?+
As an exclusive-hire venue, it books 12–18 months ahead, especially for summer weekends. Contact them early to secure your date.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Notley Tythe Barn.
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.