Welcome to Hazel Gap Barn, a breathtaking venue for your dream wedding. Nestled in the rolling countryside, this charming and rustic barn offers a truly enchanting setting for your special day. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, Hazel Gap Barn provides the perfect backdrop for your nuptials. With its exposed beams, beautiful stone walls and stunning countryside views, this venue will take your breath away. Browse this page to learn more about the venue and what to expect when getting married at Hazel Gap Barn.

About Hazel Gap Barn wedding venue

What can I say about Hazel Gap Barn wedding venue? It’s a stunning rustic barn located on the Welbeck Estate in Budby outside Worksop in Nottinghamshire. There’s something truly warming about a wedding set in the rustic beauty of a converted barn. Beautiful oak beams frame the venue, with picturesque exposed brickwork. Hazel Gap Barn, a member of Cripps and Co venues, is a perfect example of an idyllic countryside wedding venue.

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Quick facts

  • A striking red-brick barn venue
  • Ceremony and dining capacity: 150
  • Capacity including evening guests: 250
  • Maximum capacity for meal in the dining room on trestle tables: 72 guests
  • Total capacity for party/dancing: 250 guests
  • Minimum number of day guests: 50 guests
  • Late night license until 1 am
  • State-of-the-art Funktion-One sound system

Arriving at Hazel Gap Barn

After arriving at Hazel Gap Barn you will be invited through the side door to the getting ready room that leads to the main barn where your partner will be waiting for you down the aisle. You will of course need to answer a couple of questions to the registrars before you walk down this magic aisle.

Bride arriving in a white London cab at Hazel Gap

Wedding ceremonies in the main barn

Ceremonies take place in the main barn. After the interviews with the registrars you will walk down the aisle to join your partner and ,oh boy! this will be the best time of your lives!

The main barn where the ceremonies are held is actually a quite challenging piece of work in terms of wedding photography but doing it right can result in some spectacular results. Two arched doors in the middle of the barn let plenty of daylight into the room while both ends of the barn are, to put it simply, dark. This is especially tricky when you are walking down the aisle and the light changes as you walk.

The Oak Room

The Oak Room is perfect for couples who want a stylish wedding reception. With a capacity of up to 150 guests, the Oak Room boasts a stunning and romantic atmosphere that creates a beautiful backdrop for your special day. The room features a beautiful Oak beam ceiling that adds to the natural charm of the space. The large windows offer an abundance of natural light, which creates a warm and welcoming ambiance for your guests.

One of the most alluring aspects of the Oak Room is its view of the lush greenery, the tree alley and serene woodland beyond. This serene natural backdrop provides the perfect contrast to the rich and inviting tones of the interior, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that is sure to impress your guests.

The Oak Room at Hazel Gap Barn  set up for wedding reception.

The courtyard

While you wait for the main meal to be served, now as a newly married couple, you can enjoy the company of your guests in the courtyard. On a warm day after the ceremony, drinks will be served here while your guests enjoy a stroll around the grounds and take photos with the barn. The courtyard features plenty of seating spaces and a centrally placed fountain.

The food

The food at Hazel Gap Barn is a highlight for all guests. The meat used in their dishes is locally sourced, and cooked on the large open air barbecues at the side of the courtyard by their talented chef. The large barbecue in the far corner of the courtyard won’t go unnoticed. You can literally watch your food being cooked onsite. How is that for a wedding meal build up!

The party

After the meal, you will be invited back to the main barn to dance the night away. The barn has even more charm at night. With plenty of room for a DJ or a band, it’s a perfect place for a night do.

9 ideas for Hazel Gap Barn PHOTOS

To say you’ll be spoiled for choice would be an understatement. The beauty of having your wedding photos taken at Hazel Gap Barn is that literally wherever you look, you find a picturesque corner, fireplace, brick wall, courtyard, woodland, you name it.

Your couples photos don’t have to take long either. I keep these to a minimum and usually a 2-3 short photo walks (5-10 mins each) around the barn are enough to produce stunning photographs. Here are just a few of my favourite photo spots around the barn:

1. The barn

The main barn at Hazel Gap Barn is a stunning venue for your wedding ceremony, and it also provides the perfect opportunity for capturing beautiful memories after the ceremony. After the ceremony, the chairs are moved to the dining area, leaving you with a unique window of opportunity for a few intimate photos of just the two of you. This stunning bricked wall room boasts amazing wooden beams and a gorgeous fireplace, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for your photos. Whether you’re looking for a classic, rustic setting or a more intimate and romantic backdrop, the barn is sure to provide a perfect setting for your memories.

2. Front drive

The front drive at a venue is typically the first thing that guests see upon arrival, and it sets the tone for the event. At Hazel Gap Barn, the front drive is a particularly stunning location, offering a dramatic red-brick barn as the backdrop for any photos or videos. This is a great spot for capturing those postcard-worthy shots of the venue in all its glory.

In addition, the front drive is a popular location for group photos, as it can accommodate large groups and provides a beautiful backdrop. The brickwork of the barn is illuminated with headlights after sunset, adding to the overall ambiance of the venue.

3. Rear garden

The rear garden at Hazel Gap Barn is a stunning feature of the venue, offering an idyllic setting for both ceremony and reception. One of the highlights of the garden is the tree alley, which creates a dramatic and romantic entrance for the wedding party. The alley leads to a beautiful raw woodland, providing a unique backdrop for photos that capture the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

The garden itself is well-maintained and offers ample space for guests to relax and enjoy the outdoor setting. With plenty of room for seating and mingling, the garden is an ideal spot for post-ceremony drinks or a summertime reception. The lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere of the garden create a sense of privacy and seclusion, making it a perfect setting for intimate weddings.

4. Courtyard

The courtyard at Hazel Gap Barn is perfect for capturing beautiful memories on your special day. With a charming little fountain and a few picturesque mulberry trees, the courtyard offers a variety of backdrops to choose from for your photos. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful and serene setting or a more whimsical and playful backdrop, the courtyard provide ample opportunities for stunning photos that will be treasured for years to come.

A bride and groom walking arm in arm through the charming courtyards at Hazel Gap Barn. The photo is taken from behind an arched door of one of the barns, creating a natural frame for the couple. The beautiful surroundings of the courtyard, with its fountain and mulberry trees, provide a picturesque background for the couple's special moment. The bride is wearing a stunning white gown and the groom is dressed in a grey suit, both of them smiling and looking happy.
A quick photo in the courtyard while your guests are being seated.

5. Confetti shots at Hazel Gap Barn

Confetti shots can add a festive and celebratory touch to your wedding day, and Hazel Gap Barn provides a beautiful setting for this fun tradition. After your ceremony, your guests will gather in the courtyard outside the arched doors, eagerly awaiting your exit as newlyweds. This is the perfect opportunity for confetti shots, as your guests can shower you with colorful confetti as you make your way out of the barn and into the open air. The courtyard at Hazel Gap Barn offers ample space for your guests to spread out and take part in the confetti throwing, and the beautiful red-brick barn makes for a stunning backdrop for your photos. Just be sure to check with your wedding coordinator to ensure that confetti shots are allowed and to get any necessary guidelines or restrictions.

6. Group photos

Group photos are an important part of any special occasion or event, as they allow you to capture memories with all the important people in your life. At Hazel Gap Barn, you’ll find plenty of space for group photos, both indoors and outdoors.

If the weather is good, the courtyard, main drive, and rear garden all offer beautiful backdrops for your group photos. The stunning red-brick architecture of the barn, combined with the surrounding countryside, creates a picturesque setting for your photographs.

In case of rain or inclement weather, there’s no need to worry. Hazel Gap Barn has a spacious interior that can serve as an excellent alternative location for your group photos. The main barn offers plenty of natural light and rustic charm that will give your photographs a timeless feel.

Whether you choose to take your group photos inside or outside, the experienced team at Hazel Gap Barn can help you make the most of the available space and create beautiful, lasting memories.

7. Sparklers

Wedding sparklers are kind of regular guests at weddings these days and they often visit Hazel Gap Barn. So yes this venue allows sparklers but as always speak to your wedding coordinator prior to your big day and let them know about your plans. It’s always best to ask first.

8. Smoke bombs

As with the sparklers, it’s always worth asking your wedding coordinator first if you can use smoke bombs. The effects can be spectacular. Both sparklers and smoke bombs require lots of common sense when using them. Always follow the advice provided by the venue and use them far from the building to avoid the smoke alarm getting set off.

9. Night time photos at Hazel Gap Barn

Even after the sun goes behind the horizon there is plenty going on in terms of photo opportunities. Rustic looking fairy lights and wooden beams will give amazing results at night. If you chose to go outside then the flood lights illuminating the barn will provide equally spectacular backdrop.

I love photographing weddings at Hazel Gap Barn because it’s such a beautiful setting, but also because there are lots of great photo opportunities throughout the day. From the barn itself to the surrounding fields and gardens, I can capture your day from start to finish.

Bride and groom waling holding hands outside a barn

Check out this beautiful wedding at Hazel Gap Barn on my blog.

Accommodation near Hazel Gap Barn

As stunning as it is, unfortunately Hazel Gap Barn does not provide any accommodation. At the end of the day it’s a wedding venue (a damn good one), not a hotel.

Luckily there are a few places and wedding venues near Clumber Park where you and your guests can stay the night after. These are just a few but feel free to search Google for hotels near the venue and I’m sure you’ll find a good selection.

  • Clumber Park Hotel – 5.6 miles away
  • Thoresby Hall Hotel – 2.6 miles
  • The Forest Lodge Hotel – 4 miles
  • The Cottages1 in Edwinstowe – 4 miles
  • Redbrick Woodland Lodges – 7.8 miles
  • Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa – 9.2 miles

Pricing

The venue offers a range of packages to suit different budgets and requirements. Prices vary depending on the date with discounted rates available for midweek or off peak weddings. The packages include exclusive use of the venue and use of the ceremony barn, reception barn, and outdoor areas. Additional services such as catering, decorations, and accommodation are also available.

Getting here

When on A616 between Budby and Cuckney, you simply can’t miss the place. Please use the map’s directions or the contact details below to get to Hazel Gap Barn.

Contact Details + Map

Hazel Gap Barn

Budby Road, Budby, NG22 9EY

Nottinghamshire

01623708500

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Hazel Gap Barn weddings. If you’re getting married at Hazel Gap, this is the section where you’ll find your answers to some popular questions.

Is Hazel Gap Barn an exclusive use wedding venue?

Yes. Hazel Gap Barn is an exclusive use wedding venue. This means that they only host one wedding at a time, so you can be sure your special day will be the only celebration going on. There are no other parties or functions booked into our calendar while you’re here.

Does Hazel Gap Barn run wedding fairs?

The venue does open for public access on their open days. If you’re thinking about getting married at Hazel Gap Barn, I suggest you come along and take a look around. It’s a great chance to get to know the venue and the team more closely before making any decisions.

Can I style the venue the way I want?

Ultimately, it’s your wedding and your day and I believe you should stick to your personal vision.

Are the barns heated?

There is under floor heating installed at Hazel Gap Barn and the venue does offer outdoor heaters as well if you want to stay warm while out in the courtyard.