Business Details
Your Dream Wedding Venue in Shropshire
Stanford Farm is a family-owned wedding and events venue rooted in Shropshire's countryside since the 16th century. We provide exclusive-use spaces for couples seeking a personalized celebration, combining rustic charm with modern flexibility. Our venue features restored barns, lakeside pavilions, woodland settings, and festival-style areas, all designed to accommodate diverse wedding visions. We prioritise sustainability through our Eco Prop Stop, offering recycled decor to reduce costs and environmental impact. With over a century of family stewardship, we blend historical authenticity with contemporary event management expertise. Our 52-acre grounds include versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, from the 1840s Stables to the firelit Tipi, ensuring memorable experiences for weddings and events.We offer 3-day packages with on-site accommodation options, including a farmhouse, converted double-decker bus, and hobbit huts, sleeping up to 28 guests. Our approachable team supports couples in creating bespoke celebrations, whether formal, bohemian, or festival-themed. As an award-winning venue, we've hosted diverse events from intimate ceremonies to large gatherings, maintaining a commitment to radical inclusivity and transparency. Our 'can do' attitude ensures clients focus solely on enjoying their special day while we handle logistical details.
Services
Wedding Venue
Accommodation
Event Hosting
Eco Prop Stop
Catering Services
Outdoor Ceremonies
On-site Camping
Wedding Planning
Photo Sessions
Festival Celebrations
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive-use wedding venues with full flexibility for personalization
- Our 3-day packages allow extended celebrations with loved ones
- Free access to our Eco Prop Stop reduces costs and environmental impact
- On-site accommodation options cater to up to 28 guests
- We welcome all couples, including LGBTQI+ weddings
What people say
Magical venue
Flexibility
Eco-friendly
Amazing staff
Dream wedding
Services
Wedding Venue
Our exclusive-use venue offers multiple ceremony and reception options including a 19th-century barn, lakeside pavilion, woodland area, and firelit Tipi. The 52-acre grounds accommodate weddings of various styles with flexible setup possibilities. Our spaces include the Bull Bar for welcome drinks and a courtyard for guest mingling.
Accommodation
On-site sleeping options include a 5-bedroom farmhouse, converted double-decker bus, hobbit huts, and a shepherds hut. We offer glamping in bell tents or free camping for wedding guests. The Stanford Sleeper, a railway wagon conversion, provides complimentary accommodation for newlyweds.
Eco Prop Stop
This free service provides recycled wedding decorations, games, and photo props from previous events. Our collection includes upcycled items that reduce environmental impact while offering unique styling options. This initiative supports budget-conscious couples seeking distinctive decor solutions.
Event Hosting
Beyond weddings, we host corporate events, retreats, birthday parties, and memorial celebrations. Our flexible spaces accommodate marquees, teepees, and custom setups. The venue's extensive grounds and licensed status support diverse event formats with exclusive use available.
Catering Services
We offer complete catering flexibility with options including fine dining, wood-fired pizzas, and afternoon tea. Couples may bring their own caterers or use our facilities for self-catering. The Cowhouse reception barn accommodates various dining formats from formal meals to street food.
Questions
Can we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes, we offer exclusive use of our entire 52-acre grounds for three-day packages, allowing complete flexibility for setup and celebrations.
Are pets allowed at weddings?
Yes, we are a dog-friendly venue and welcome well-behaved pets as part of your wedding celebrations.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Our multiple indoor and outdoor spaces allow seamless relocation. The Stables provide covered space for up to 100 guests if needed.
Can we bring our own caterers?
Yes, we offer complete catering flexibility with no restrictions on outside vendors or self-catering options.
Do you have accommodation for guests?
We provide sleeping options for up to 28 guests including farmhouse, converted bus, and hobbit huts, plus free camping.
Is the venue accessible for disabled guests?
Our grounds and buildings have varying accessibility levels. Please contact us to discuss specific requirements for your event.
Reviews (4)
Nicola Mitchell
Oct 18, 2021
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An amazing events venue. Wonderful friendly team, all so warm and helpful. Excellent facilities, very, very clean and brilliantly run. Will definitely be back!
Linda Pemberton
Jul 17, 2021
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We had a beautiful family wedding day last week. The staff were very helpful and the day was just perfect. I slept on a converted double decker bus!!!
Lewis Knight
May 31, 2020
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We visited at the weekend looking at this farm as a potential wedding venue. The lady was very helpful and obliging, my daughter and future son in law have decided to book it. Looking forward to it next year. Please note that my photos are in winter time just after the storms.
Ramith
May 23, 2019
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Had a work colleague wedding in this venue last week. Excellent location for weddings. It's a unique location with good vibes. Really had a great time. Only minor issue I noted is that car park area does not have any lights when it's dark. Hope the management will add some lights, for the safety and convenient of the guests.
