

Cripps Barn, Exclusive Hire
Bibury, Cirencester, GL7 5BA -
Up to
200 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
About Venue
Cripps Barn, the flagship venue of the family-run Cripps & Co., is an enchanting 18th-century Cotswold barn nestled in the heart of the countryside near Bibury in the beautiful Coln Valley. With its flagstone floors, rustic beams, and a roaring open fireplace, this historic barn has been transformed into a versatile event space that’s perfect for any occasion, any time of year.
Cripps Barn offers an exclusive space perfect for any special occasion. The main barn, with its solid stone structure decorated with a medieval chandelier, a large stone fireplace, a grand candelabra, and two impressive entrances that flood the space with natural light. One entrance opens to a spacious terrace overlooking the stunning Cotswold countryside, while the other leads to the sun-filled Oak Room.
The surrounding grounds are just as incredible as the barn itself, providing a picturesque backdrop for your event. An impressive glass and timber door opens onto the large terrace, offering views of the woodland garden, complete with fire pits and a large bonfire for an added touch of warmth and ambiance.
Guests can dine in style in the Oak Room, which accommodates up to 150 seated guests, or in the main barn, which seats an additional 84 guests. Our menus are thoughtfully curated by our talented chefs, who specialise in flame-cooked dishes using a giant rotisserie and BBQ grill. We focus on sourcing the finest ingredients, cooking them simply, and serving them generously.
Whether you’re planning a lively party, a corporate event, or a special celebration, Cripps Barn is the perfect venue. Our dedicated on-site team is committed to making your event truly unforgettable, attending to every detail with care and precision.
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 150
Theatre
up to 150
Boardroom
up to 150
Cabaret
up to 105
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Disabled access
Heating
Natural light
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Telephone
Table / chairs included
Tea
Premises parking
Overnight accommodation
Space Rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Licensed for alcohol
Location
Reviews
- Catalin CraciunJuly 2025
Cripps Barn was the perfect choice for our wedding. We were incredibly impressed with every aspect, from the venue itself to the meticulous planning and exceptional service on the day. We expected it to be good, but it truly surpassed all our expectations. Before the Wedding The planning process was excellent. The team was highly responsive, and communication was seamless throughout, making everything incredibly smooth. On the Day The staff was extraordinary. James, our manager for the first half of the day, was outstanding. He was instrumental in ensuring the event ran smoothly, managing timings perfectly, and expertly handling any minor issues that arose. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better manager. The Venue The venue itself is stunning. The breathtaking outdoor spaces, the magical open kitchen, and the rustic indoor areas all contributed to its beauty. Every one of our guests complimented how beautiful Cripps Barn is. The Food The food was another exceptionally strong highlight. It was truly a culinary experience for all our guests, and we received countless compliments. Even the vegetarian and vegan options were incredible and highly praised. Thank you to the entire Cripps team for giving us a fairytale wedding.
- Courtenay Jae HillJune 2025
This venue is incredible and team at cripps are even more so, I got married here on the 12th of june and me and my now husband have already booked a feast night to go back and relive the magic. Aimee looked after us for the day and helped me through every little detail and meltdown, specially since my car broke down dropping wedding bits to the venue, nightmare. But aimee even took care of that for me so I could get ready for the day. I also spilt espresso Martini down my dress and Emily came out of nowhere like an angel and cleaned my dress for me. Couldn't of been looked after anymore than we was. There is defo an art to what this team do and they do indeed deliver very high standards. Also little mention for a night manager Zak who assisted me in many melt downs. Wish I could relive this whole day again
- Gemma RobertsonJuly 2025
We had our wedding at Cripps Barn on Friday 18th July 2025 and it truly was the best day of our lives. We have had multiple compliments from guests saying how the venue was presented beautifully, how the food was the best they’d ever had at any wedding venue and how helpful and nice all the staff were on the day. I would also like to single out James. James by either coincidence or design has been through this process with us since the very start. He initially showed us round the venue and his passion for Cripps Barn and for his product was what made this one our choice. He wasn’t pushy. He really matched the tone, he was ace. Fast forward to our wedding and his passion continued and everything he said he would do and complete for us was done to military precision and with an amazing attitude. He was very accommodating and eased all possible nerves on the day. With having to deal with him throughout the day he struck us as just a really kind person. The day went seamlessly and we can’t thank the Cripps team enough for everything they did. We would highly recommend this venue to anyone. 10/10 all round. Gemma & Matt Pougher x
- Chloe Caldwell - Chloe Caldwell PhotographyAugust 2025
I've had the pleasure of photographing at Cripps Barn and it's STUNNING! The perfect Cotswolds wedding setting. The team are so attentive and the food is incredible. Can't wait to return really soon.






