Originally built in 1889, The Hall Barns is part of the Prestwold Estate in Leicestershire, and is tucked away in its own secluded spot.
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Ultimate Wedding Party Venue: The Hall Barns
There’s nothing we love more than a good party, here at The Hall Barns. After all, we are the ultimate wedding party venue in Leicestershire, even if we say so ourselves. If you’re planning your wedding and looking for a cool, unique, rural wedding venue where you can be yourself, you have come to the […]...

24 Best First Dance Songs for your wedding
Choosing a first dance song for your wedding can be as tricky as finding the right venue. It’s going to be something you remember forever, and you’re going to want a good answer to the inevitable “Ooh, what was your first dance?” questions. Naturally, you want to pick a song that reflects you guys as […]...

Quirky wedding entertainment ideas to wow your guests
At The Hall Barns we love quirky. The weird and the wonderful is our bag and we love watching how our couples show off their unique style on their wedding days. Our 19th century barn, tucked away in the gorgeous Leicestershire countryside, has been lovingly converted into the region’s coolest wedding venue. From your ‘I do’s to […]...

The Hall Barns Guide to Wedding Planning
If you’re newly engaged, a huge congratulations from the team at The Hall Barns! Embarking on your wedding planning journey will without a doubt be one of the most exciting experiences you’ll ever have, but it might come with its stressful moments too! It’s no secret there’s a huge amount to consider, from suppliers and […]...

4 Wedding Planning Myths – Busted!
Planning a wedding can be a minefield of advice and information, often portrayed as absolute truth! But how do you know what to take on board, and what is just a myth you can disregard? At The Hall Barns we host an array of different types of weddings, across the entire spectrum from traditional to […]...

Wedding Traditions You Can Skip at Your Hall Barns Event
There are a staggering number of wedding traditions in existence; from wearing a veil to protect against evil and preserve modesty, to throwing rice to symbolise prosperity and fertility…if this has you raising a sceptical eyebrow too, we’re here to throw the rule book out of the window and talk about 10 wedding traditions you […]...

Wedding Grazing Tables: Amazing Grazing at The Hall Barns
Wedding grazing tables are one of the hottest wedding trends of the year, with lots of couples now swapping tradition for something seriously scrumptious. Whether you want something a little different for your wedding lunch or you’re looking to get your guests mingling over canapes, feast your eyes on our top tips for amazing grazing! […]...

How To Define Your Wedding Day Style
Nothing beats that newly engaged feeling, and there’s something so romantic about basking in the post-engagement blur while daydreaming about your future wedding. But when it actually comes to planning it, where do you start?! Today, we’re not talking about the planning and logistics side of things (although we’ve got plenty of helpful tips and […]...

10 2022 Wedding Trends For Your Hall Barns Celebration
Here at The Hall Barns we love seeing how each of our couples puts their own stamp on their special day, creating a unique and truly personal celebration. While this is something we wholeheartedly encourage, we also love keeping a close eye on the latest wedding trends. Here are 10 2022 wedding trends we think […]...

10 Non Religious Wedding Ceremony Readings For Your Hall Barns Wedding
Non religious wedding ceremony readings are becoming more popular, particularly for a more relaxed, informal style of wedding. Your ceremony at the Hall Barns is your opportunity to begin your happily ever after together in whatever way you choose, and if that means turning away from tradition then we say ‘we do!’. We have a […]...