Bride and groom Katie and James at Sandhole Oak Barn. Photo credit: www.ChrisHanleyPhotography.com
Sandhole Oak Barn is a very individual wedding venue near Congleton. Overlooking a private lake and with all the best bits of one of those surprise puddings (outside looks nice; inside is amazing!), it’s a really special place and should definitely be on your list if you’re looking at Cheshire wedding venues.
Photographs of Sandhole Oak Barn
All photographs by www.ChrisHanleyPhotography.com
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Photographer thoughts on Sandhole Oak Barn
Top Cheshire wedding photographer Chris Hanley says, “Sandhole Oak Barn is a venue which has emerged from a farm diversifying and offering its space and buildings to the wedding and conference market. The initial impression is its a bit farmy, but turning the corner, the view of the barn and the lake is quite lovely. It reminds me of an Amish settlement.
“The barn itself is spacious and light. The daylight flooding in through the windows into the space were the ceremony takes place is great. Great views across the lake, lovely outside area for drinks and canopy reception. The outside catering we experienced was exceptional, the bar was well managed, and all staff and the owners were warm and welcoming.
“What isn’t so good is the energy saving artificial lighting in combination with yellowish/brown timber. It’s a classic example of a venue selling itself to the wedding market with no thought to photography. Great wedding photography at a venue will sell the venue to future brides and grooms. Venues should get feedback from photographers. It really can be only one or two minor tweaks that take you from average to outstanding.
“If it’s wet and windy and you’re confined to indoors then things could be quite tight depending on your number of guests, and with it being a barn your guests will all be accumulated in one area.
“Situated just off the main A34 road to Congleton means its location is quite a distance to travel. You’ll need to evaluate travel costs for coaches and taxis. There are 17 ensuite rooms at good rates, so driving and staying over is affordable.”
From the Sandhole Oak Barn website
The superb Oak Wedding Barn at Sandhole Farm has been built to a traditional design using the highest quality workmanship and materials. The oak beams are mellow and impressive. Sandhole Oak Barn is one of the most exciting new barn wedding and reception venues in the Northwest and one of the most beautifully designed oak barns in the Country, making it the perfect setting for any wedding or conference.
Sandhole Farm is a family run venue with a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Set in superb countryside in South-East Cheshire the barn has recently been constructed in a scenic location overlooking a stunning 6 acre lake.
There are 17 luxury en-suite bedrooms for guests to stay in and a superbly restored cottage for the honeymoon couple.
Venue essential information
Location: Situated on the A34 with close links to Manchester, Macclesfield, Holmes Chapel, Wilmslow, Knutsford and Stoke on Trent
Capacity: up to 150 guests
Prices: I think they must be a secret
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Venue interesting information
There’s a grand piano that you may use at Sandhole Oak Barn. If you do not have a pianist but would like one, Sandhole have two that they can recommend. They also have a comprehensive list of local wedding suppliers including calligraphers, kennels, wizards, a chimney sweep, florists and a Tina Turner tribute band.
Fireworks and chinese lanterns are prohibited because of nearby livestock.
www.SandholeOakBarn.co.uk
01260 224419
veronica@sandholefarm.co.uk
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