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The Original Barn Wedding Venue

We’ve been hosting weddings since 1984, making us, we think, the UK’s first barn wedding venue. Our 18th-century Threshing Barn retains all its original features, lending it plenty of character, and the old Pig Sties, now converted into a dining space, add historic charm.

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Why knot with us?

5 bedrooms included

5 beautiful bedrooms included, plus 15 more available, in our stunning wedding venue accommodation

Farm to fork: Our venison is reared on the Estate to the highest welfare standards.

Doin’ it since ’84: We’ve been hosting barn weddings and parties in our charming eighteenth-century barns since 1984, and we’d like to think we’ve created a lot of happy memories.

Get married without costing the earth! Donington Estate is officially climate-positive, verified by independent auditors.

Everything Covered: Our in-house chefs handle all catering, and a dedicated wedding coordinator will assist with planning.

Furry friends welcome: Dogs are part of the family, and we understand how special it is to have them by your side on the big day.

With original features and rustic quirks, our Barn is true to its 350-year history and five generations of family ownership.

Fair pricing: We’re a down-to-earth, family-owned business, and we believe it’s essential that our amazing barn venue offers great value.

Beautiful spots for every shot: With woodlands, farmland, and open countryside, there are plenty of great backdrops for your wedding photos.

Make memories that last a lifetime

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If you still have questions, contact us!

Do you offer set packages?

Yes, we offer a range of wedding packages designed to make planning easier. Our packages typically include venue hire, catering, and coordination support, with options to add extras like additional guests or evening food. We’re also happy to tailor things to suit your day – just get in touch and we’ll put together a quote based on what you’re looking for.

The venue has 20 bedrooms on-site, spread across the Farmhouse, Courtyard, and our newly converted Stables. Five bedrooms are included with exclusive venue hire, and the remaining 15 can be booked at discounted rates for your guests. It’s perfect for a relaxed wedding weekend without anyone needing to rush off.

Civil ceremonies at Donington Park Farmhouse are conducted by the Leicestershire Registration Service. You’ll need to contact them directly to book your registrar and give notice of marriage. Their office is based in Leicester, and they can talk you through timings and legal requirements. We’re licensed for ceremonies in the Threshing Barn.

Music and dancing in the Threshing Barn runs until midnight, with the bar closing at 12:30am. After that, guests are welcome to continue the celebrations more quietly in the courtyard or head to bed in our on-site accommodation. Being in the countryside means we can enjoy the evening without disturbing neighbours.

The Barn can seat up to 150 guests for a formal wedding breakfast, or for a casual food service we have cater for up to 300, which is also our evening capacity.  The venue is also well suited to smaller guest numbers; our flexible spaces mean we can work with a range of party sizes.