Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Dream Wedding Venue in Somerset
The Longhouse is a family-run wedding venue established in 2005, nestled in the picturesque Somerset countryside. Our eco-friendly ethos has earned us a Gold Star status from Green Tourism, reflecting our commitment to sustainability without compromising on style or guest experience. We offer a unique, contemporary space that accommodates up to 140 guests, with three licensed locations for civil ceremonies and no corkage fees. Our venue adapts seamlessly to all seasons, allowing couples to design weddings that reflect their personal vision. We provide full access to the venue the day before events, ensuring ample time for preparation.Our team prioritises transparency, privacy, and dedicated support throughout the planning process. The southern balcony offers panoramic views of the Brue Valley, creating a romantic backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. We collaborate with Strawberry Field Catering to deliver exceptional culinary experiences tailored to individual preferences. Located in Bruton, we offer local accommodation guidance and convenient weekend viewings for prospective couples. Our reputation is built on over 15 years of experience and glowing testimonials from satisfied clients.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Reception Hosting
Eco-Friendly Weddings
Seasonal Events
Venue Viewings
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer a Gold Star eco-friendly venue with panoramic valley views
- Our team provides full venue access the day before your event
- We accommodate custom menus through our partnership with Strawberry Field Catering
- Our flexible spaces adapt to weddings in all seasons
- We prioritise guest privacy and data protection during viewings
Associations and certifications
- Green Tourism
What people say
Completely brilliant
Advice, help, support
Beautiful romantic location
Award-winning eco-friendly
Stunning views
Services
Wedding Venue Hire
The Longhouse offers exclusive venue hire for weddings and receptions. Our flexible spaces accommodate up to 140 guests with three licensed ceremony locations. The contemporary design includes a panoramic balcony overlooking the Brue Valley. No corkage fees apply, and full venue access is provided the day before events. Our team ensures seamless transitions between seasons with adaptable layouts.
Eco-Friendly Weddings
As a Green Tourism Gold Star recipient, we integrate sustainability into every wedding. Our eco-conscious design minimises environmental impact while maintaining luxury. Features include energy-efficient systems and partnerships with local suppliers. The venue's natural setting enhances biodiversity, and we encourage waste-reduction practices. Our team provides guidance on eco-friendly decor and transportation options for guests.
Catering Services
Partnering with Strawberry Field Catering, we deliver gourmet experiences tailored to your preferences. Free tastings are available in our dedicated rooms, with menu customisation options. The service includes wine pairings from our curated list and seasonal ingredient sourcing. Our caterers handle dietary requirements and special requests, ensuring culinary excellence complements the venue's ambiance.
Seasonal Weddings
Since 2005, we've hosted weddings across all seasons. Summer events utilise outdoor spaces like the oak gazebo and lawn, while autumn and spring weddings benefit from transitional setups. Winter weddings feature cosy indoor arrangements with valley views. Our team adapts decor and logistics to seasonal conditions, ensuring comfort and aesthetics regardless of weather.
Accommodation Assistance
We provide guidance on local accommodation options for wedding guests. Over 100 beds are available nearby, including boutique hotels, B&Bs, and cottages. Our recommendations cover various budgets and preferences, with highlights like The Oak House and Number 1 Bruton. We share direct booking links and location details to simplify guest arrangements.
Questions
What makes The Longhouse eco-friendly?
We hold a Gold Star from Green Tourism, with sustainable design features and valley views.
Can we customise our wedding menu?
Yes, our partner caterers offer free tastings and menu adjustments to suit preferences.
Do you host weddings year-round?
Our adaptable spaces accommodate weddings in all seasons since 2005.
Are there accommodation options nearby?
Over 100 local beds available at B&Bs, hotels, and cottages in Bruton.
What's included in venue hire?
Exclusive use of grounds, three ceremony locations, and no corkage fees.
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Reviews (7)
Fleur Provocateur - Wedding & Event Flowers
Nov 10, 2019
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Loved delivering flowers here for a wedding last year, Danica could not have been more helpful. The gardens looked absolutely stunning, brimming with summer blooms with the bees buzzing and sun shining.
Caroline (Fleur Provocateur)
** Photo by Adam Rumble Photography
Caroline (Fleur Provocateur)
** Photo by Adam Rumble Photography
Alexandra Stroud
May 14, 2019
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An absolutely amazing venue, so beautiful and relaxed! Matt was wonderful, really friendly and helpful. He gave us his undivided attention showing us around the Longhouse and Mill on the Brue which he is so clearly (and quite rightly!) proud of. Really sad not to be able to make the Longhouse our wedding venue but would wholeheartedly recommend this to any couples looking for a relaxed and quirky vibe on their big day!
Kevin Bishop
Oct 01, 2018
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Great venue for a wedding. Lots of different spaces, Indoors and out. Great food. Bar was too small and beer pump so slow there was always a long queue at the bar and it wasn't a particularly boozy wedding!
Ultimate Warrior
Sep 14, 2017
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We can't recommend the Longhouse and the Mill on the Brue enough. It is such a wonderful venue, and such a lovely setting that we simply had to get married there. From our first meeting with Matt we have felt nothing but supported and welcomed by the venue and the team, and we were very much guided through the process of planning a wedding. With regular meetings and discussions with Matt and the team about possibilities, we ended up with the wedding that we really wanted. Weather permitting for an outdoor ceremony in April, we wanted rounders, touch rugby and a hog roast... we got rounders, touch
Jasper Wells
Sep 14, 2017
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We had such a perfect day for our wedding at the longhouse. Everything about it was spectacular!
Matt, the owner, is kind and knowledgeable with a real appreciation for anyone wanting to make their day really fun. I would not want to have a rigidly traditional, formal wedding here because the space, atmosphere and mindsets of everyone involved are geared towards a more free flowing, personal day.
Matt was really happy to facilitate almost all of our plans and support all our guests, including a wheelchair user, to make the most of the day. It took very little effort to have the venue looking
Matt, the owner, is kind and knowledgeable with a real appreciation for anyone wanting to make their day really fun. I would not want to have a rigidly traditional, formal wedding here because the space, atmosphere and mindsets of everyone involved are geared towards a more free flowing, personal day.
Matt was really happy to facilitate almost all of our plans and support all our guests, including a wheelchair user, to make the most of the day. It took very little effort to have the venue looking
Jo Fuller
Jun 12, 2017
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We can't recommend the Longhouse enough for anyone looking to get married in a stunning countryside location! The grounds are beautiful and Matt is very happy to accommodate whatever you want to do to the inside of the building. We even made a huge sign saying our new shared sir name hanging over the balcony which looked amazing and was a great photo opportunity! We really wanted a relaxed day with lots of music, food & drink we got exactly what we wanted thanks to Matt and his team. All of the staff were fantastic on the day really friendly & helpful to us & our guests which made a huge
Emma Levy
Dec 31, 2016
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My husband and I chose to have our wedding reception here 24/09/16. We couldn't of asked for more professional, helpful staff who made us feel so comfortable from the first day we met them when we started planning our day to the minute we left on Sunday morning. There was no stress needed at all with the staff of the longhouse, everything was dealt with for us so we didn't need to worry. We turned up an hour later than what was planned which meant the whole itinerary for the day was an hour behind schedule but that didn't matter, they sorted it all out and everything was absolutely fine and we
