Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Premier Wedding Venue & Sustainable Farm in Devon
Ashridge Court is a family-run estate rooted in sustainable land management and heritage preservation. Our operations span three core areas: forestry, agriculture, and event hosting. We produce premium dry hardwood logs from sustainably managed woodlands, certified under Forestry Commission guidelines, while maintaining habitats for local wildlife. Our pasture-fed beef programme focuses on traditional breeds raised without supplementary feed, ensuring deep marbling and exceptional flavour through natural maturation. The Great Barn, a renovated 19th-century structure, serves as an exclusive wedding venue with full on-site support, licensed ceremony spaces, and accommodation.With over a decade of experience in estate management, we combine historical stewardship with modern agricultural practices. Our commitment to quality extends to handcrafted timber products and coppice materials, all sourced from our Devon-based woodland. Backed by funding from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, we continue to develop facilities that enhance both local ecosystems and community engagement.
Services
Wedding Venue Hire
Pasture-Fed Beef
Hardwood Logs
Sawn Timber
Coppice Products
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive 3-day wedding access with full on-site coordination support
- Our beef cattle are raised naturally without supplementary feed for superior marbling
- Forestry operations comply with Forestry Commission woodland management plans
- Historic Great Barn venue combines original character with modern facilities
- We deliver nationwide with guaranteed next-day beef delivery across the UK
Services
Wedding Venue Hire
The Great Barn offers exclusive wedding hire with three licensed ceremony spaces, catering kitchen, and outdoor fire pit. Our professional team provides full coordination support, including three nights' accommodation in the Old Laundry Cottage. All necessary equipment and crockery are included with no hidden extras or corkage charges.
Pasture-Fed Beef
We produce premium beef from South Devon, Ruby Red Devon, and Belted Galloway cattle raised entirely on grass. The meat is naturally matured for 30 days to enhance flavour and texture. Available in pre-packed boxes or custom cuts, with nationwide delivery options including overnight courier service.
Hardwood Logs
Sustainably sourced ash and birch logs harvested from managed woodlands. Our firewood is split and stored for over a year to ensure optimal burning quality. Available in various delivery sizes with confirmed service zones across the UK.
Sawn Timber
High-quality sawn timber from ash, beech, oak, and birch trees grown in our woodlands. Ideal for furniture makers and craftsmen, available in boule stacks. Custom orders available with direct contact for pricing and availability.
Coppice Products
Hand-harvested hazel bean poles, pea sticks, and structural timber for garden use. Products support sustainable gardening practices and are available in bundles or custom sizes. Direct ordering through our dedicated contact channels.
Questions
What wedding packages do you offer?
We provide exclusive 3-day access with three licensed ceremony spaces, catering kitchen, fire pit, and professional coordination. Accommodation in the Old Laundry Cottage is included.
Do you deliver beef nationwide?
Yes, we offer next-day delivery to most UK locations via overnight courier service starting at £20.
What cattle breeds do you raise?
We farm traditional South Devon, Ruby Red Devon, and Belted Galloway cattle for their superior marbling and natural growth characteristics.
Are your forestry products sustainably sourced?
All timber comes from woodlands managed under Forestry Commission guidelines and Country Stewardship schemes.
Can I customise meat boxes?
Yes, we accept custom orders with a minimum of 3kg. Contact us directly for bespoke meat selections.
What historical significance does the estate hold?
The estate's history dates back to the 1100s with documented ownership by the Valletort family and continuous agricultural use for over 1,000 years.
Reviews (6)
Gordon-Kirkby John
Apr 14, 2021
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The Ashridge Court estate is where my mother once lived in the 1920’s in grand old house before her marriage. I last visited in 1993. The house was derelict then !
Rebecca Kitty Green
Dec 05, 2020
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Our customers are enjoying discovering local products benefiting such a community minded local family. Thank you.
Sam Payne
Nov 24, 2020
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We had our small “lockdown” wedding in October at ashridge. It was incredible! Cat and the team are absolutely amazing. We can’t wait to have our big big day there next year!!!
Gary Chapman
Jul 27, 2020
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Administration terrible, cannot get a straight answer, especially when you are owed money, however quick to ask for the cash when they are owed it..........wouldnt recommend
Vicky Relf
Dec 05, 2019
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I have worked in this care home for 4 years now and this is the best place I have worked and feel the care we give is very good, I would be very happy for one of my relatives to come to this care home as know they would be looked after properly. Management are also very supportive of their staff which helps in this type of work environment.
Diana Triaca
Aug 11, 2019
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Iv been at ashridge court for 4 years and enjoy working here. I always recieve support from my colleges and mangement help me a lot
