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The Oak Barn, Frame Farm

(115)

Price: £3,140 – £8,500

Guests: 135

Bedrooms: 10

Description

YOUR OWN PRIVATE FARM ESTATE IN KENT:

Three barns, six luxury cottages, terraces, courtyard and 22 acres of countryside: Exclusively Yours for one day or more!

WHY COUPLES LOVE FRAME FARM:

One of the things couples tell us they love most is the flexibility. You can host your ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast, cocktail hour, evening party and overnight stay at the farm, without feeling confined to a single room or building all day. Our three barns each have their own character, giving your celebration a natural flow from one area to the next. The Oak Barn, Frame Farm is wonderfully secluded while offering plenty of space for guests to explore, relax and celebrate

CEREMONIES:

Licensed for ceremonies with up to 135 guests, choose from four stunning backdrops:

• The Oak Barn - our magnificent, vaulted barn with oak beams and a glass frontage overlooking the courtyard

• The Byre - an elegant, chapelesque barn which overlooks the sheep field and lily pond

• The Byre’s Terrace - our outdoor ceremony area with views across the valley and our waterfall

• Pole Barn - for a more rustic ceremony with a relaxed and fun countryside feel

FOOD & DRINK:

We offer several all-inclusive catering packages, but if you prefer a Bespoke menu then we have partnered with some exceptional caterers, allowing you to create a menu that suits your style and budget.

Our no-corkage policy gives you complete freedom over your drinks throughout the day, while evening bar options can be arranged through your chosen caterer.

STAY THE NIGHT

With six luxurious Weaver's Cottages sleeping up to 20 guests, your closest family and friends can stay on-site and make the most of your celebration.

For couples looking to slow things down and spend more time together, our multi-day wedding options allow you to turn one unforgettable day into an entire wedding experience.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Deana, Tim & Chrystelle

Congratulations on your engagement. When it comes to your wedding, it's not just about finding a venue, it's about discovering somewhere to create memories that will stay with you forever. We are a family run eco venue and dedicated to ensuring that your day will be truly magical!

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2019

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of The Oak Barn, Frame Farm

Wedding Venue Type

Barn / Farm

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

135

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Sound system available

Wedding license

Dancefloor available

Confetti permitted

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Water view

Grade I/II Listed Building

Landscaped gardens

Exclusive use

Marquee permitted

Disabled access

On-site parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-house wedding coordinator

Wedding Catering

Alcohol license

No corkage charge for own alcohol

External catering permitted

Asian catering

Halal catering

Vegan catering

Kosher catering

In-house catering

Hog Roast

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist

Other

Pricing for The Oak Barn, Frame Farm

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£3,140.00 – £8,500.00

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What's Included?

Exclusive use

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Choice of preferred caterers

Exclusive use of two stunning Grade II listed barns with terraces, a courtyard and wildlife pond set in a romantic country setting in Kent's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • Both barns are licensed for civil ceremonies, alcohol sales, events and music • Fully equipped commercial kitchen • Ladies and gentlemen's toilets in The Oak Barn with up-cycled horse trough basins • Disabled toilet n The Oak Barn with baby changing facilities • Ambulant toilet in The Byre with baby changing facilities • Stage • Outdoor sofa set, eight tall bar stools and two chairs for civil ceremonies • Easel, 20 oak benches (three are 1.85m and 17 are 2m), two oak tables (150cm x 60cm) for use of civil ceremony or presents, four tall oak bar tables, and a movable oak bar all made from a dead oak felled at Frame Farm in 2016 • The option to add a 9m x 9m marquee on the south side of The Oak Barn, if additional space is required • Terrace with breath-taking views down the valley or secluded courtyard for your drinks reception • A picturesque wildlife pond with a waterfall and pontoon for a peaceful stroll and photography • Sculptured grass and perennial garden forming a wonderful backdrop for photographs • High tech mood lighting system in The Byre and The Oak Barn • High tech PA and sound system with wireless microphone in The Oak Barn, including the toilets • High tech sound system in The Byre • Wifi in all areas • Under floor heating system in both barns • Contemporary log burner in The Oak Barn with a basket of wood for a cosy evening • Air cooling and heat extraction system in The Oak Barn for hot balmy nights • Ample onsite parking

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Reviews (115)

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Charlotte and Guy
06/05/2019
Naturally beautiful and ecoNaturally beautiful and eco
Our day was breathtaking beautiful at the Oak Barn. The setting on its own was beautiful but with a few simple flowers it came alive! Excellent facilities that fit into our eco lifestyle and Deana and Tim were extraordinarily helpful and really went out of their way to help us achieve our dream day!!! Our day was breathtaking beautiful at the Oak Barn. The setting on its own was beautiful but with a few simple flowers it came alive! Excellent facilities that fit into our eco lifestyle and Deana and Tim were extraordinarily helpful and really went out of their way to help us achieve our dream day!!!
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Melanie Wilkins & James New
12/04/2019
Our Beautiful Barn Wedding Our Beautiful Barn Wedding
We first visited Frame Farm in March 2018, before the Oak Barn had really began its main construction, and we reserved our wedding date based on paper floor plans and computer generated images. When we returned for the launch in January 2019 we could not have been more overwhelmed by the Barn's unbelievable transformation - we knew we had made the best decision choosing The Oak Barn for our wedding reception. You will not be disappointed if you choose to get married here. The Byre and Weavers Cottages add such fantastic opportunity to your event, you can arrange the day however you like. We are living on all the wonderful memories, we wish we could do it all over again and cannot wait to visit Deana and Tim again soon at Frame Farm. Thank you for everything, we had the best day ever and couldn't have asked for anymore. We first visited Frame Farm in March 2018, before the Oak Barn had really began its main construction, and we reserved our wedding date based on paper floor plans and computer generated images. When we returned for the launch in January 2019 we could not have been more overwhelmed by the Barn's unbelievable transformation - we knew we had made the best decision choosing The Oak Barn for our wedding reception. You will not be disappointed if you choose to get married here. The Byre and Weavers Cottages add such fantastic opportunity to your event, you can arrange the day however you like. We are living on all the wonderful memories, we wish we could do it all over again and cannot wait to visit Deana and Tim again soon at Frame Farm. Thank you for everything, we had the best day ever and couldn't have asked for anymore.
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Nicola Hollingworth & Chris Gibson
12/04/2019
The Oak Barn itself is beautifulThe Oak Barn itself is beautiful
We had an August wedding here and couldn't recommend it more. This venue was everything we hoped for and the day was perfect. Where to start... the Oak Barn itself is beautiful. If you have a barn in mind this will be how it looks. Plus, it's been upgraded with smart lighting and a great sound system. It has a bar space inside you can use, plus lots of nice touches - like tables made from a tree on site. We also made use of the Byre for the ceremony itself. Lovely open views of the fields (we wanted the sheep to be visible which they kindly helped facilitate) and it opens onto a terrace for refreshments afterwards. Using this made it super easy for us as the Barn could already be set up for us to use for the breakfast. No stress setting it up between ceremony and food. We also loved the cottages on site and used them before and after the day. They've been furnished to a great standard and the convenience of being on site both nights cannot be overstated. The outside spaces are perfect for pictures, and combined with the nice weather meant everyone had a wonderful time mingling. Finally, Tim and Deana were the best hosts, giving us helpful suggestions and supporting us throughout the stressful planning. Plus, their dog is the best!! All in all this venue literally ticked every box for us. And it was the second one we looked at! Don't hesitate to use it if you like what you see.We had an August wedding here and couldn't recommend it more. This venue was everything we hoped for and the day was perfect. Where to start... the Oak Barn itself is beautiful. If you have a barn in mind this will be how it looks. Plus, it's been upgraded with smart lighting and a great sound system. It has a bar space inside you can use, plus lots of nice touches - like tables made from a tree on site. We also made use of the Byre for the ceremony itself. Lovely open views of the fields (we wanted the sheep to be visible which they kindly helped facilitate) and it opens onto a terrace for refreshments afterwards. Using this made it super easy for us as the Barn could already be set up for us to use for the breakfast. No stress setting it up between ceremony and food. We also loved the cottages on site and used them before and after the day. They've been furnished to a great standard and the convenience of being on site both nights cannot be overstated. The outside spaces are perfect for pictures, and combined with the nice weather meant everyone had a wonderful time mingling. Finally, Tim and Deana were the best hosts, giving us helpful suggestions and supporting us throughout the stressful planning. Plus, their dog is the best!! All in all this venue literally ticked every box for us. And it was the second one we looked at! Don't hesitate to use it if you like what you see.
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Catherine Bee & Robert Sibley
12/04/2019
It will forever hold a dear place in our heartIt will forever hold a dear place in our heart
Most fun we’ve ever had. Thank you so much for your fantastic hospitality, your kind words, brilliant communication, your help and stunning venue. It will forever hold a dear place in our heart. Most fun we’ve ever had. Thank you so much for your fantastic hospitality, your kind words, brilliant communication, your help and stunning venue. It will forever hold a dear place in our heart.
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Richard Gregg & Mark Andrew
12/04/2019
A Perfect WeekendA Perfect Weekend
We had our wedding at Frame Farm in July this year. The venue has been converted with amazing attention to detail and the overall setting is idyllic. Both the inside and outdoor areas provided such great spaces for all aspects our day. The Byre gave us an intimate feel to the ceremony and accommodated our 100+ guests comfortably. The terrace was great for post ceremony drinks and was a secondary space for guests after our meal in the main barn. The courtyard enabled our guests to choose to relax outside or spend time on the dance floor. Tim and Deana were very helpful and attentive through our whole planning process and supported all our suppliers on the day. The accommodation for guests on site is stunning and helped make the whole weekend just perfect. I would have no hesitation recommending the venue and really encourage couples to opt to have the farm for the whole weekend, it made the day so less stressful and rushed.We had our wedding at Frame Farm in July this year. The venue has been converted with amazing attention to detail and the overall setting is idyllic. Both the inside and outdoor areas provided such great spaces for all aspects our day. The Byre gave us an intimate feel to the ceremony and accommodated our 100+ guests comfortably. The terrace was great for post ceremony drinks and was a secondary space for guests after our meal in the main barn. The courtyard enabled our guests to choose to relax outside or spend time on the dance floor. Tim and Deana were very helpful and attentive through our whole planning process and supported all our suppliers on the day. The accommodation for guests on site is stunning and helped make the whole weekend just perfect. I would have no hesitation recommending the venue and really encourage couples to opt to have the farm for the whole weekend, it made the day so less stressful and rushed.
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Jennifer Bailey & Matthew Sussman
12/04/2019
It was exactly what we were looking forIt was exactly what we were looking for
Just a quick note to say a huge thank you for allowing us to host our wedding at the beautiful Oak Barn. As soon as we saw the venue we knew it was exactly what we were looking for. You have done an incredible job and I'm sure it will see the start of many happy marriagesJust a quick note to say a huge thank you for allowing us to host our wedding at the beautiful Oak Barn. As soon as we saw the venue we knew it was exactly what we were looking for. You have done an incredible job and I'm sure it will see the start of many happy marriages
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Danielle Mitchell & Matt Gosling
12/04/2019
Stunning venue which ticked all the boxes Stunning venue which ticked all the boxes
Stunning venue which ticked all the boxes for our December Winter Wedding. Deana and Tim were brilliant from start to finish. The natural beauty of the barn meant there was little additional decoration needed and having the use of The Byre as well as The Oak Barn allowed for rooms to be turned around at no inconvenience. The self-catering cottages are of a high standard and were brilliant for our older guests to retreat to later in the night. We had a fantastic wedding day at the Oak Barn, are forever grateful for all of their help to make this possible and we highly recommend for future brides & grooms!Stunning venue which ticked all the boxes for our December Winter Wedding. Deana and Tim were brilliant from start to finish. The natural beauty of the barn meant there was little additional decoration needed and having the use of The Byre as well as The Oak Barn allowed for rooms to be turned around at no inconvenience. The self-catering cottages are of a high standard and were brilliant for our older guests to retreat to later in the night. We had a fantastic wedding day at the Oak Barn, are forever grateful for all of their help to make this possible and we highly recommend for future brides & grooms!
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Peter Horne
12/04/2019
Romantic VisionRomantic Vision
Yesterday we were guests at Kate’s and Mike’s wedding. Your facility is a romantic vision of what a country can be. Great organisation of the property, good parking, several options of ancillary rooms, and brilliant views. This was a winter event so the outdoor space was just a view of sunlit snow dusted fields, come spring it will be even more amazing when the terraces can be used as well. * Matilda Delves Wedding PhotographyYesterday we were guests at Kate’s and Mike’s wedding. Your facility is a romantic vision of what a country can be. Great organisation of the property, good parking, several options of ancillary rooms, and brilliant views. This was a winter event so the outdoor space was just a view of sunlit snow dusted fields, come spring it will be even more amazing when the terraces can be used as well. * Matilda Delves Wedding Photography
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Alexandra Hirst & Tom Newell
12/04/2019
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much!From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much!
We cannot put into words how thankful we are to have gotten married at your beautiful Oak Barn. From start to finish, working with you both was an absolute pleasure and nothing was ever too much or too complicated to organise. The barn is a really special venue, from the small details right up to the overall design, everything has been meticulously thought about, which makes the memory even more special. You both made our day so memorable and were on hand throughout the whole process (right up until the last guest was in the taxi!) to help with queries and questions. Not only the Barn, but also the cottages were a great base for our guests and we had so many compliments about the comfort of each room. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much. We loved every part of it. We cannot put into words how thankful we are to have gotten married at your beautiful Oak Barn. From start to finish, working with you both was an absolute pleasure and nothing was ever too much or too complicated to organise. The barn is a really special venue, from the small details right up to the overall design, everything has been meticulously thought about, which makes the memory even more special. You both made our day so memorable and were on hand throughout the whole process (right up until the last guest was in the taxi!) to help with queries and questions. Not only the Barn, but also the cottages were a great base for our guests and we had so many compliments about the comfort of each room. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much. We loved every part of it.
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Robert Hardman & Katy Lewis
12/04/2019
The location is incredibly idyllicThe location is incredibly idyllic
We had our wedding at Frame Farm, on the 26/05/19. The location is incredibly idyllic, set in the beautiful Kent countyside, all of our guests were blown away with how amazing the venue was. Tim and Deana allowed us to visit the venue with our friends, family, caterers, photographer etc on numerous occasions, which made the preparation so much easier and they were on hand to assist or answer any questions when needed, over the entire period. We would recommend this venue to anyone, it's a perfect setting for such a special day and run by a lovely couple."We had our wedding at Frame Farm, on the 26/05/19. The location is incredibly idyllic, set in the beautiful Kent countyside, all of our guests were blown away with how amazing the venue was. Tim and Deana allowed us to visit the venue with our friends, family, caterers, photographer etc on numerous occasions, which made the preparation so much easier and they were on hand to assist or answer any questions when needed, over the entire period. We would recommend this venue to anyone, it's a perfect setting for such a special day and run by a lovely couple."

Location & Contact Details for The Oak Barn, Frame Farm

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Wedding Venue Address

Frame Farm, Iden Green Road, Benenden, Kent, TN17 4EZ, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

You can't miss us, we are the stunning barn and Oast house in the valley between Benenden and Iden Green. What3words:///stuns.onlookers.seriously

Nearest Town

Benenden

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M25 junction 5

Nearest Train Station

Staplehurst

Nearest Airport

Gatwick

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