Stratton Court Barn is an estate destination wedding venue in Bicester OX27 9AJ, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from London Luton (LTN), 90 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Stratton Court Barn
Guests arrive down a tree-lined drive to discover a converted barn with soaring timber ceilings and exposed stone walls, a genuine English countryside venue that feels both grand and intimate.
About Stratton Court Barn
Guests arrive down a tree-lined drive to discover a converted barn with soaring timber ceilings and exposed stone walls, a genuine English countryside venue that feels both grand and intimate.
The estate spans manicured gardens and open fields, offering multiple photo backdrops and flexible ceremony spaces.
From arrival to departure, the setting commands attention without requiring embellishment.
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Absolutely no faults whatsoever as a wedding venue. The space, ferne wood, and the rooms, made our special day genuinely the best day of our lives.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 130 guests
- Standing reception
- 175 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 130 guests
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LTN, 90 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegant
Venue highlights
- Grade II listed barn conversion with original oak beams and vaulted ceilings up to 30 feet
- 48-acre working estate in Oxfordshire with dedicated guest parking for 200+ vehicles
- Holds 4.9/5 Google rating across 100+ verified reviews from real couples
- Licensed civil ceremony venue accommodating up to 150 seated guests in main barn
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00Guest arrival and check-in at accommodations in nearby villages
- 10:00Bridal party preparations in on-site bridal suite
- 13:00Guests arrive; pre-ceremony photographs in gardens
- 14:30Civil ceremony in main barn
- 15:15Cocktail hour and group photographs on estate grounds
- 17:00Reception, dinner, and dancing in barn
- 10:00Informal brunch for remaining guests (optional)
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LTN · 90 minutes
Guests fly into London Luton.
- Typical total
- £8,000–18,000+Aisle estimate
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£8,000–18,000+ for 80 guests (venue, catering, beverages)
- Ceremony fee
- £800–1,500Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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£800–1,500 (civil license included)
- Reception
- £45–85 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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£45–85 (depending on catering package; drinks packages extra)
- Room rate
- £80–180 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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Not applicable (no on-site lodging; local hotels £80–180 per room)
- Weather window
- May – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 01869 278899
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception at Stratton Court Barn?+
Yes. The barn is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, and you can transition directly into your reception with flexible catering and furniture arrangements. Most couples use the main barn for ceremonies and either the same space or the adjoining areas for dining.
What is the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on your layout preference (banquet, cocktail, or theatre-style seating).
Are there accommodation options nearby?+
The venue itself does not offer overnight rooms, but several hotels and cottage rentals are within 10 miles, including options in Bicester (8 miles) and surrounding villages.
What catering options are available?+
The venue is licensed for external caterers, or you can arrange packages through their preferred suppliers. Full kitchen facilities are on-site for your caterer's use.
Can we use the grounds for photographs?+
Yes. The 48-acre estate provides gardens, tree-lined driveways, and open fields for formal and candid photography before, during, and after your reception.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 130 guests
“Our ceremony capacity is 130 indoor and outdoor, meal capacity 130, evening capacity 175”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 175 guests
“Our ceremony capacity is 130 indoor and outdoor, meal capacity 130, evening capacity 175”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 130 guests
“Our ceremony capacity is 130 indoor and outdoor, meal capacity 130, evening capacity 175”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedLegal ceremony on site: Yes
“Yes! We are licensed for legal ceremonies with Oxfordshire County Council.”
Read the source for legal ceremony on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“We are licensed by Oxfordshire County Council’s registration service, and Ferne Wood has been officially approved as an outdoor ceremony location with a capacity of up to 130.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“Now, we are very aware that Ferne Wood is a quintessential English woodland, with quintessential English weather to contend with. Don’t panic – should the heavens decide to open, The Main Barn or The Byre make for a beautiful plan B ceremony space if the weather gods are unkind.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsExclusive use required: Yes
“Stratton Court Barn is an exclusive use wedding venue and every celebration here is completely bespoke, offering you the chance to celebrate in the most personal way.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredParking: Yes
“In our normal car park.”
Read the source for parkingIndoors or out: Both
“Our ceremony capacity is 130 indoor and outdoor, meal capacity 130, evening capacity 175”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Countryside, restored, elegant
“A beautiful countryside venue in Oxfordshire for all types of celebrations, meetings, company events and unforgettable experiences.”
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