Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton is a hotel destination wedding venue in Bicester, United Kingdom, hosting 150 at dinner and 200 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about £24,000 (our estimate), reached from London Luton Airport (LLA), 60–75 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.

Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton

BicesterEngland, United Kingdom

The Tythe Barn sits on 5 acres of Oxfordshire countryside near Bicester, with views across rolling farmland and period barns that anchor the property.

Guests
150 at dinner200 standing
Rooms
8 rooms, sleep 16
Cost
About £24,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
LLAabout 1 h 15 by carAisle estimate

About the venue

The Tythe Barn sits on 5 acres of Oxfordshire countryside near Bicester, with views across rolling farmland and period barns that anchor the property.

Stone walls and mature trees frame the venue, creating a rural landscape that feels removed from everyday life.

The barn itself is a converted agricultural building with exposed beams and natural light, maintaining the character of its working heritage.

  • 5-acre rural estate with panoramic countryside views across Oxfordshire
  • Converted barn venue with original stone and exposed timber beams
  • On-site accommodation available for guests
  • Google rating of 4.8/5 from verified visitors

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton cost?
Aisle estimates about £24,000 for 80 guests. Hire, fees, food and drink. Rooms are extra.
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How many guests does Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton hold?
Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton holds 150 at dinner and 200 standing.
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Can guests stay at Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton?
Yes. 8 rooms, sleeping 16.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton?
Best weather: June – September.
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How do guests get to Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton?
Fly into London Luton Airport (LLA), about 1 h 15 by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
150 guests
Standing reception
200 guests
Ceremony, seated
150 guests

Staying over

Rooms
8 rooms
Sleeps
16 guests
Room types
3 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes
Shortest whole-property stay
1 nights

House rules

Days of the week
Any day
Exclusive use required
Yes
Fireworks
No
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: out of season
  2. February: out of season
  3. March: out of season
  4. April: out of season
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: out of season
  12. December: out of season
Best weatherGoodFairWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.
Nearest airport
LLA, 75 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Phone
01869 321442
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Reviews of Tythe, The Tythe Barn, Launton

“Great venue as we attended a wedding there for the service and meal and it was first class from a guests point of view. Very helpfu and courteous staff. Food was excellent.”

Bob JonesOn Google

4.8out of 5, from 274 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

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What is included in venue hire at The Tythe Barn?
The venue provides exclusive use of the barn and grounds. Catering, bar service, and staffing are typically arranged through the venue's preferred partners or your own suppliers. Contact the venue directly for package specifics.
Can we accommodate guests overnight?
Yes, on-site accommodation is available for wedding guests. Room availability and rates vary by season and booking size. Check the website or contact the venue for current lodging options.
Is the venue suitable for outdoor ceremonies?
The 5-acre grounds offer outdoor ceremony options weather permitting. The barn provides a backup indoor space. Confirm current outdoor setup availability with the venue directly.
What is the nearest airport?
London Luton Airport (LLA) is approximately 40 miles away, with a transfer time of 60–75 minutes by car. London Stansted (STN) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) are also accessible alternatives.
Are there restrictions on guest numbers?
The venue accommodates between 20 and 150 guests depending on the configuration and season. Custom layouts are available, discuss your headcount with the team.

A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 14:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in at on-site accommodation
  • 18:30–19:30Welcome reception and informal dinner
Saturday · day 02
  • 14:00Ceremony in barn or grounds
  • 15:00–16:30Reception, photographs, and cocktails
  • 17:00–23:00Seated dinner and evening celebration
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00–11:00Departure breakfast and guest checkout

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 150 guests

    “Seating in the barn can be provided for up to 150 guests for the wedding breakfast, with capacity for 200 plus guests in the evening.”
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  • Standing reception: 200 guests

    “There’s room for 200+ guests in the evening so evening guests are welcome to join you for drinks and dancing and to continue your celebrations.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 150 guests

    “Yes, we are licensed for up to 150 guests and can host both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.”
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  • Rooms: 8 rooms

    “The Farmhouse at Tythe, our 17th century manor house, together with the adjacent Shepherd’s Hut, provides luxury accommodation for 16 guests across 8 beautifully-designed double, ensuite bedrooms.”
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  • Sleeps: 16 guests

    “The Farmhouse at Tythe, our 17th century manor house, together with the adjacent Shepherd’s Hut, provides luxury accommodation for 16 guests across 8 beautifully-designed double, ensuite bedrooms.”
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  • Room types: 3 listed

    “The 17th century manor house is referenced in the Domesday Book and offers seven double ensuite bedrooms, including a Master Wedding Suite and dedicated preparation room, two large reception rooms, dining room, garden room, country kitchen and open fires whilst outdoors sees a Shepherd’s Hut sleeping two, tennis court and a wonderful wood-fuelled hot tub - all right next door to the Tythe Barn.”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “A one-night wedding at Tythe gives you and your guests the run of the entire estate, that's the whole shebang, for 24 hours.”
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  • Shortest whole-property stay: 1 nights

    “A one-night wedding at Tythe gives you and your guests the run of the entire estate, that's the whole shebang, for 24 hours.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Yes, we are licensed for up to 150 guests and can host both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Yes, we are licensed for up to 150 guests and can host both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “Our country gardens offer a pretty setting for reception drinks or, if the weather isn’t playing ball, retreat to The Cowshed where floor to ceiling windows offer that perfect indoor-outdoor setting.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Tythe’s in-house caterers Absolute Taste love to explore creativity and have been involved in hanging mini desserts in glass baubles from our London Plain trees to serving up cones filled with all manner of potatos – think mashed, chipped, nests, hashed!”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “We are partnered with award-winning caterers Absolute Taste and do not allow outside catering in the barn.”
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  • Bring your own wine: Yes

    “No corkage fee on wedding breakfast drinks.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The barn is equipped with a Bose sound system, dance-floor lighting, a luxury, fully-stocked bar, an evening lounge, and, should you want it, a huge disco ball!”
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  • Days of the week: Any day

    “Weddings can take place on any day of the week, with prices dependent on the time of year.”
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  • Exclusive use required: Yes

    “The Tythe Barn is an ‘exclusive use’ venue which means we only ever permit and host one event at a time.”
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  • Fireworks: No

    “Due to the potential risk, fireworks are therefore not allowed at the venue.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “We are happy for our wedding couples to include their dog as part of their wedding ceremony*, however, prior to the wedding breakfast being served, we ask that the dog leaves the premises.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Please count each person as a place at the table regardless of age so babies in highchairs (we have seven highchairs) are counted as part of your total number of guests.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “The car park at Tythe has space for 75 cars and the capacity to accommodate larger vehicles, such as a coach or bus.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Other Pets Welcome: Yes Disabled Facilities: Yes Child Friendly: Yes”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “The Thatched Barn can be used for your ceremony, wedding breakfast and reception, and its flexible interior adapts to both smaller gatherings and larger celebrations.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “An avenue of Silver Birch trees create a breath-taking canopy for a ceremony or dinner, with the backdrop of the Thatched Barn whilst the natural beauty of our weathered-oak Arbour is lit with festoons and frames the cows and sheep in the fields beyond.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “The barn is equipped with a Bose sound system, dance-floor lighting, a luxury, fully-stocked bar, an evening lounge, and, should you want it, a huge disco ball!”
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  • Setting: Countryside, restored, elegant

    “Our countryside estate becomes your dream wedding destination.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Tythe brings together three impressive bright and airy refurbished barns, a 17th century Farmhouse and Shepherd’s Hut alongside a backdrop of expertly manicured gardens and wild open fields.”
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  • Private grounds: Yes

    “Our secluded setting offers a wonderful, rural, private and exclusive destination.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “At the heart of the farm lies the historic 14th Century, Thatched Barn, carefully restored for the modern day without losing an ounce of its charm.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Event coordinator, catering manager and expert team to assist with planning and to run your day.”
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  • Suppliers from the venue's list: No

    “Please note that Tythe does not formally recommend or receive any commission from the ‘ Helpful Bunch’ and you are more than welcome to select your own.”
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About £24,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate

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