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Welcome

Welcome to the Barn at Higher Beardon, a beautiful Wedding & Events Barn on the edge of Dartmoor, in Devon.

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A relaxed wedding venue, with gorgeous rustic barn, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty that is Dartmoor National park. Providing the perfect backdrop to your wedding day.

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Offering rustic chic, & style, with far reaching views of the stunning countryside that encapsulates us here at The Barn at Higher Beardon.

Our barn has taken on a somewhat of a  makeover  from it's humble beginnings as a calving shed some many years ago.

Now providing the perfect wedding venue for both large and intimate weddings & events.

Boasting not one but two barn door entrances, allowing you and your guests to fully immerce yourself into the beauty and the expansive views of Dartmoor National Park that surround us here at The Barn, Higher Beardon

 

We pride ourselves on our attention to detail here at The Barn, from our well stocked Barn bar, to our decorative lighting & optional extras, allowing you to  create the wedding of your dreams.

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Exclusive hire of the entire venue leaves you spoilt for choice.

With use of the Barn is available from 12 noon the day before the wedding for setting up, the day of the wedding, & until 12 noon the following day for clearing away.

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While we aren't licensed for civil ceremonies, we do offer blessings by celebrants as part of your wedding package.

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Our barn accommodates 30-120 guests for the ceremony & day time reception, through until the evening where you can have up to 300 guests for your evening celebrations.

The barn opens onto a private lawn area, ideal for an outdoor ceremony, reception, or space for lawn games to keep your guests entertained. All while being encapsulated in the stunning views that surround us here.

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For those wishing for a larger wedding celebrations we recommend the added hire of stretched tents south west, to be added in addition to your hire of the barn.

In keeping with the barn and it's beautiful surroundings, this fully versatile addition offers you complete peace of mind, for both wind & rain, should the British inclement weather prevail. So you can relax knowing you still have the same beautiful venue without loosing out on the views.

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Our in house team, and experienced events coordinator are on hand every step of the way, to help tailor make a bespoke package, totally unique, just for you - you just need to ask!

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Wherever possible we source our products and services locally, supporting local businesses allows us to ensure it is a truly Dartmoor Wedding, surrounded by stunning views and a manage of animals. Arrangements can be made for you to bring a family pet or beloved animal (even horses!) to join you on your special day with stables and pet friendly accommodation available.

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“The Barn at Higher Beardon”  we are so excited to welcome you, for reservations for forthcoming Weddings, Elopements,  Receptions, Parties and Celebrations.

Don't forget we also specialize in being able to offer Weddings that need a quicker turn around due to additional circumstances. These can be organised within a matter of weeks.

 

We look forward to meeting with you, here at The Barn at Higher Beardon.

Reviews of  The Barn

Viny & Karl

Absolutely PERFECT — Our Special Place Forever 

From the very first visit, The Barn at Higher Beardon felt like home — and on our wedding day, it was everything we ever dreamed of and so much more. 

The venue itself is breathtaking — a stunning rustic barn, so beautifully styled and cared for, set amidst the most incredible rolling views. Every corner was picture-perfect, warm, and welcoming — we instantly felt relaxed, at peace, and completely at ease. It wasn’t just a venue; it was our special place. 

None of this would have been possible without the wonderful Dena. She went above and beyond in every single way — nothing was ever too much trouble, every question answered, every wish granted. Dena didn’t just help us plan a wedding; she became our wedding mother, guiding us, supporting us, and making us feel so loved throughout the whole journey. Love Her team were absolute stars too — working tirelessly all evening, ensuring everything ran smoothly, every detail was in place, and every guest was looked after. Their hard work and kindness shone through.

And what an added bonus the annex was! Stunning, cosy, and perfect for our wedding night — such a lovely touch to end the day in such beautiful surroundings. 

If you’re looking for a venue that feels like family, looks like a dream, and gives you memories to treasure forever — this is it. We can’t thank Dena and her team enough for giving us the most magical day of our lives. We’ll carry it in our hearts always.

Contact us to book in for your personal visit

To book your viewing & see our breathtaking views for yourself, please contact us. We can't wait to meet you.

The Barn at Higher Beardon, Lydford,  Dartmoor, Devon EX20 4AL 

Tel: 07970 377164

 thebarn@higherbeardon.co.uk

© 2022 by Higher Beardon

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