Buckminster Barn: A Dry Hire Wedding Venue
Buckminster Barn: A Dry Hire Wedding Venue
Buckminster Barn is a stunning rustic wedding venue located in the heart of the Nottinghamshire/Lincolnshire countryside. The most unique thing about the venue, is that it is dry hire: meaning that you can create your own unique day with no limitations.
What Does Dry Hire Mean?
When planning your dream wedding, you may come across the term “dry hire.” Unlike traditional wedding venues—commonly known as “wet hire”—which include in-house catering, bar services, and a list of preferred suppliers, a dry hire venue offers you the flexibility to personalise every detail. A dry hire wedding venue provides the space, often with minimal restrictions, allowing you to bring in your own choice of caterers, decorators, florists, and entertainment. This means you can craft a completely bespoke wedding day that reflects your unique style and vision.
Buckminster Barn: A Rustic Dry Hire Barn Venue
For this photoshoot, we collaborated with an exceptional team of wedding suppliers, each contributing their expertise to highlight the versatility of Buckminster Barn. The colour scheme I selected—dove blue and pale grey—was thoughtfully chosen to complement the serene countryside surroundings and the cozy, romantic feel of a winter wedding. From florals to table settings, every detail showcased how this idyllic venue can be tailored to suit a variety of styles and seasons, making it the perfect backdrop for your special day.
Buckminster Barn has both round tables and trestle tables for hire, along with wooden cross back chairs. I decided on pale grey table linen as the base with dove blue table runners and chair drapes. Circular floral centrepieces surrounding floating candles, and silver beaded charger plates radiated luxury. The table settings were completed with pale grey napkins to match the linen and individual biscuit place name cards, an adorable favour idea for your guests.
Buckminster Barn has two levels: a ceremony area downstairs and a dining area upstairs. Whilst you enjoy your wedding breakfast, the downstairs area will be transformed into your evening reception do! Guests can be welcomed by a striking bespoke sign at the top of the staircase to the wedding breakfast area.
The Barn also has a large private garden just outside as an area to enjoy your drinks reception following your vows. With so many options available, you can even have an outdoor bar!
A dry hire wedding is the perfect choice for couples looking to craft a day that’s truly unique and brimming with personality. If you’ve toured traditional wedding venues and found they didn’t quite align with your vision, a blank canvas wedding venue might be just what you’re searching for. While the freedom to design every element of your celebration can feel empowering, it can also be a little overwhelming. This is where working with an experienced wedding planner becomes invaluable—helping you stay on track, manage your planning process, and bring your dream day to life.
If you’re considering a dry hire wedding venue and want to explore how to make your vision a reality, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Let’s have a friendly chat about how I can support you in creating a wedding day that’s uniquely yours!
Concept and Planning: Rustic Lily Weddings | Venue: Buckminster Barn | Photography: Charlotte Jopling | Styling: Nuptia Weddings | Florist: Sage and Satin | Stationery: Inviting Writing | Cake: Purple Pumpkin | Biscuit Place Names: Little Miss Cake Co | Bridal Gown: Caroline Chamberlain Couture | Suit: Empire Menswear | Jewellery: MD Jewellers | Makeup: Beauty Within by Vanessa | Outdoor Bar: The Origin Bar