One of the things we love most about what we do is that no two weddings here ever look the same. Over the years, we’ve hosted incredible one-day celebrations, intimate weddings with just closest family, full weekend takeovers, and church ceremonies followed by a big party in the Barns. Some couples want everything in one place, others love mixing tradition with something more informal later on. All of it works here.

That’s because flexibility sits at the heart of The Barns at Redcoats. We genuinely enjoy new ideas, creative flair and personal touches, and if something feels important to you, we’ll always explore how to make it happen. There’s no fixed template, no “this is how it’s done here”. Instead, there’s space to shape a day (or weekend) that feels like yours, supported by a team who know how to make those ideas run smoothly.

If you’re at the start of planning, our advice is simple: choose a venue that gives you options, not restrictions. The freedom to adapt your day is what makes it memorable.

Weddings bring together a lot of moving parts, and this is where experience really comes into its own. When you’re in it every weekend, you start to spot things early. The moment a room needs opening up, when guests are ready for the next part of the day, or when a tiny tweak will make everything feel smoother.

Our team has supported hundreds of weddings, which means we’ve seen a lot. Timings shift, weather changes, speeches run long, plans evolve. None of that is unusual, and it’s rarely a problem when you’ve got people around you who know how to adapt quietly and calmly.

That experience isn’t about control or sticking rigidly to a plan. It’s about reassurance. Knowing there’s a steady, capable team behind the scenes means you don’t need to worry if things run a little late, guests drift between spaces, or the day takes on a life of its own. We’re already thinking a few steps ahead, so you don’t have to.

One of the things couples tell us most often afterwards is that they felt able to properly enjoy their day. They weren’t clock-watching or second-guessing what was coming next. They knew where to be, what was happening, and that someone had their back.

So our advice is simple. Trust the professionals you choose. The right team won’t make the day feel managed, they’ll make it feel effortless, even when a lot is happening quietly in the background.

This is the bit where we get really excited… because we’ve seen just how magical styling can be when it comes from the heart.

Some couples arrive with mood boards full of colour, texture, florals and lighting ideas. Others walk into the Barns, look up at the beams, and say, “We don’t want to do too much, it already feels perfect.” Both are completely valid, and both have worked beautifully here.

Over the years, we’ve lit hundreds of candles, hung disco balls over tables, carefully positioned lights so they glow just right as the sun goes down, and worked alongside some truly brilliant florists and stylists to bring big ideas to life. We’ve hidden ceremony drinks under chairs, tucked paper planes into corners ready for that first cheer, and quietly stepped back with watery eyes when the doors open and everything just lands... honestly it can be a moment! 

We’ve watched the Grain Store transform with seasonal blooms, seen beams dressed in flowing drapes that stopped us in our tracks (we also get that WOW moment), and felt that collective intake of breath when couples walk in and see it all for the first time. Those moments never get old for us. It makes our job the best in the world! 

What makes styling work here is that the Barns already give you a strong starting point. The history, the warmth, the countryside outside. Everything you add should build on that, not compete with it. Whether you’re going bold and colourful, soft and seasonal, or somewhere in between, the best weddings are always the ones where the space reflects the couple, not a trend.

So our top tip here is this: decide what matters to you visually, then let the space, and the team supporting you, do the rest.

Weddings are joyful, emotional and, if we’re honest, at times pretty full on. There’s a lot of love in the room, a lot of people to talk to, and a lot happening all at once. That’s why we always encourage couples to build in a little breathing space for themselves.

Some of the most special moments we see are the quieter ones. Stepping outside together after the ceremony. A short walk into the countryside while guests enjoy a drink. Taking a few minutes away from the noise to just be together and let it all sink in.

The setting here makes that easy. There are open fields, countryside paths and tucked-away spots around the Barns and Farmhouse where you can pause without disappearing completely. You’re still part of the day, just with a little room to breathe.

Those moments often turn into the photos couples love most, but more importantly, they’re the moments couples remember feeling the most present. Your wedding doesn’t need to be constant noise to be memorable.

So our top tip here is: give yourselves permission to step away, even briefly. Those quiet pauses can be just as meaningful as the big celebrations.

Planning a wedding can feel exciting and overwhelming all at once, especially at the beginning. That’s why having the right team around you makes such a difference.

Charli, Brim and Megan, along with the wider Barns team, are right at the heart of everything we do. They’re the ones answering your emails, walking you through the spaces, lighting candles, calming nerves and quietly cheering you on from behind the scenes. They care deeply about every couple and every celebration, and it shows in the way they work and the relationships they build along the way.

We always encourage couples to come to our Open Days, book a viewing, ask all the questions and get a real feel for the space and the people behind it. There’s no pressure here, just honest conversations, ideas shared openly and support when you need it. Whether you’re newly engaged or already knee-deep in planning, we’re always happy to help you talk things through.

You don’t need to have everything figured out yet. That’s what we’re here for… and we’d love to be part of it with you.