Staffordshire

The Ashes

Location

Staffordshire

The Details

As barn wedding venues go, you can‚Äôt get more picturesque than The Ashes Barns. A private, family-run wedding venue in a gorgeous fifty acre estate, at the foothills of the Peak District National Park, within the borders of Staffordshire in the West Midlands. From lush lawns with verdant borders, the idyllic pond and lustrous lake, apple orchard and bramble hedges to wilder things‚Ä¶wheat fields, bubbling brooks and starlit vistas, you ºll be overwhelmed by the variety of magical backdrops for your wedding photographs.

The Country House lawn offers incredible views across the surrounding countryside setting of the stunning collection of listed stone barns which make up The Ashes Barns Venue. Licensed for civil ceremonies and comfortably seating up to a 150 guests, The West Barn features exposed oak beams, gorgeous stone flagged floor, original mullioned windows, a Juliet Balcony for your musicians and a stunning aisle to sway down. Choosing a historic barn wedding venue certainly adds a touch of magic to your ceremony.

Charming wedding venue featuring a serene pond, lush greenery, and historic stone buildings, perfect for outdoor ceremonies.

Charming rustic venue with exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and elegantly set tables for a romantic wedding reception. Bright windows add warmth.

Charming historic venue with stone architecture set on lush green lawns, surrounded by trees and garden spaces perfect for outdoor events.

Couple dancing on a stone pathway, surrounded by rustic stone buildings and twinkling lights in a charming outdoor space.

Rustic barn venue featuring exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and elegantly arranged round tables for a charming wedding reception.

Ever Thine Film & Photography

2 weeks ago

As a wedding photographer, The Ashes Barns near Stoke-on-Trent is one of those venues that instantly makes you relax the moment you arrive – and that feeling carries right through the entire wedding d...

Scott Green

2 months ago

We had the most amazing day here for our Daughters wedding! The venue was stunning, everything was so well organised and beautiful! The staff were amazing and Events manager was really attentive and...

Roxanne Athersmith

4 months ago

Just want to say what a fantastic wedding day we had. The ashes barns made our journey so perfect. Every step was made easy and stress free. They made our vision of the day perfect. The food was Amazi...

Hannah Elizabeth

4 months ago

The most AMAZING day from start to finish! We couldn’t fault Sarah and the team at The Ashes. The communication was great throughout the whole planning process and on the day everything ran so smoothl...

Alice Roberts

6 months ago

We had our wedding at The Ashes Barns and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The location is stunning, with the perfect rustic vibe we were looking for. Everything felt so relaxed, beautifu...

Katie Tilstone

7 months ago

We had the most magical wedding day! From walking in to the venue on a viewing day, to meeting our event planner for our planning meeting and the day itself, everything was faultless. Francesca was ou...

lorraine Foster

10 months ago

The venue had a wow factor as soon as we drove up the long driveway to the venue. It was stunning and the staff were accommodating. Everything was stress free and very relaxed. The caterers Jenkinson...

More Information

The Ashes, nestled in the picturesque Staffordshire countryside, offers a truly enchanting setting for weddings. This exclusive-use venue is set within a sprawling 50-acre estate, featuring beautifully restored 17th-century barns that exude rustic charm and elegance. Couples can exchange vows in the atmospheric West Barn, with its exposed beams and stone walls, or opt for an outdoor ceremony amidst the lush gardens and serene lake views. The East Barn provides a warm and inviting space for receptions, where guests can enjoy fine dining and dance the night away under twinkling fairy lights. With its stunning natural backdrop, attentive service, and attention to detail, The Ashes creates a magical and memorable experience for every couple's special day.