Sandhole – With Family at it’s Heart.

On the 27th October 2023 we had the pleasure of hosting the beautiful wedding of Jessica & Shane Craig. Rewind to exactly 28 years earlier we were extremely excited to be hosting our very first wedding here at Sandhole, the …

You will go to the (Charity) Ball!

Here at Sandhole Oak Barn we like to give back to the community when we can and when Emily first came to us to discuss her idea it was something we passionately wanted to support her with. Emily worked for …

Christmas Wedding aisle

Tis the Season to be Jolly (& get Married)!

Christmas is such a magical time of year to tie the knot – with crisp weather and festive entertainment, glamorous colour schemes and sparkles galore, there’s just so much to embrace. Winter weddings, especially around Christmas time are fast catching …

It’s like rain, on your wedding day…

Did you know that rain on your wedding day is good luck because it signifies that your marriage will last, because a knot that becomes wet is extremely hard to untie and that being said. When you “tie the knot” …

Sandhole Oak Barn looks beautiful in the snow with the sunset in the background

10 Reasons to have a Winter Wedding

From snowy scenes that make beautiful backdrops to keeping cosy when it’s crisp outside we are sharing with you our 10 reasons for why its great to have your wedding during the winter season! 1. Winter weddings look amazing in …

Wedding Planning Tips From Real Couples

Image courtesy of Neil Parry Photography There’s nothing quite like advice from brides and grooms who have already celebrated their wedding day, so we’ve asked some of our amazing couples who married at Sandhole Oak Barn for their top tips …

Your Spring Wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Your Spring Wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

With Spring upon us, we’re dreaming of beautiful, rustic weddings in our idyllic barn, overlooking the countryside beyond. If you’re planning a spring celebration, it’s time to be inspired. Image Courtesy of Suzy Wimbourne Photography Design and Decoration Nestled within …

A Classic Late-Summer Wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Pip and Anthony – A Classic Late-Summer Wedding

With an elegant colour scheme, beautiful flowers, fabulous menu and live music, Pip and Anthony’s September wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn was a romantic delight. With a September wedding date in mind, Pip and Anthony were looking for the perfect …

The Shepherd’s Hut at Sandhole Oak Barn

While our Dressing Room is the perfect space for you to prepare for your wedding day… what about your partner? Introducing our second preparation space, the stylish new Shepherd’s Hut at Sandhole Oak Barn. For some time now, we’ve felt …

The happy couple pose for an evening wedding photo on the verandah at Sandhole Oak Barn

Our Favourite Winter Wedding Photos

Winter weddings can undoubtedly be some of the most romantic, with exceptional wedding food and festive wedding ideas. And, while you might not spend a lot of time outside, the great outdoors still proves to be a wonderful backdrop to …

Wedding Dresses to Suit a Rural Wedding

Wedding Dresses to Suit a Rural Wedding

If you’re planning a rural wedding, look for a wedding dress that perfectly suits both the style of your day and your surroundings, whether you plan on marrying in a church, in Sandhole Oak Barn itself or outside beneath the …

Beautiful Blooms for your Summer Wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Beautiful Blooms for your Summer Wedding

With summer upon us, we can’t help but admire all the beautiful wedding flowers here at Sandhole Oak Barn. If you’re planning a summer wedding, nature offers an abundance of stunning blooms in season for your special day. Let’s take …

Creative Wedding Table Plan Ideas at Sandhole Oak Barn

Creative Wedding Table Plan Ideas

While it might not sound like the most exciting element of your wedding planning, the table plan is an essential item that can also be a stylish part of your décor and a wonderful keepsake. If you’re in the midst …

The Perfect Wedding Cakes for your Barn Wedding – Sandhole Oak Barn

The Perfect Wedding Cakes for your Barn Wedding

There’s nothing we love more than a fabulous wedding cake that not only tastes delicious but also looks the part. We hope these designs will inspire your Sandhole Oak Barn wedding. Naturally Naked Naked and semi-naked cakes remain popular and …

Siobahn and Chris' Springtime Celebration at Sandhole Oak Barn

Siobahn and Chris – A Springtime Celebration

Siobahn and Chris chose natural colours, elegant décor and a delicious menu for their fun-filled wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn. With an April wedding date in mind, Siobahn and Chris were on the lookout for their dream wedding venue in …

Beautiful spring wedding flowers adorned the top table at this rustic wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Spring Ideas for your Rustic Barn Wedding

The daffodils are in bloom, the sun is shining and we are dreaming of all those glorious spring weddings ahead. Let’s take a look at some inspirational ideas for your spring wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn. Design and Décor When …

The happy newlyweds pose for a wedding photo as the sun sets at their summer wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Hannah & Joe – Love in the Summertime

Hannah and Joe chose an elegant colour scheme, fabulous menu and great entertainment for their wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn. Setting a July date for their special day, Hannah and Joe were searching for their dream wedding venue in Cheshire. …

The happy couple enjoy a moment in the gardens at their barn wedding in Cheshire

How To Plan Your Perfect Cheshire Wedding

Congratulations – you’re engaged! Choosing each other to have and to hold as you both grow old is probably one of the biggest decisions you have ever made, but there are plenty more to come! So what’s next? Choosing the …

The bride and groom pose for a wedding photo in front of the lake at Sandhole Oak Barn

Louise & Paul – A Rustic Autumnal Wedding

Planning a late September wedding, Louise and Paul were looking for the perfect barn wedding venue in Cheshire, ideally with wonderful countryside views and accommodation for their guests. As soon as they saw the lake at Sandhole Oak Barn, they …

Reasons to Choose a Lakeside Wedding Venue

Reasons to Choose a Lakeside Venue

There’s something wonderfully romantic about marrying at a waterside venue, whether you choose a coastal location or a beautiful barn beside a lake. Let’s take a look at all the elements we love about being beside the water at Sandhole …

Mini fish and chip cones are the perfect canape choice for your winter wedding menu at Sandhole Oak Barn

Winter Wedding Food and Drink ideas

From warming welcome drinks to exquisite wedding breakfast ideas, the talented caterers and bar team at Sandhole Oak Barn offer some inspirational thoughts for your winter wedding food. Winter Welcome Drinks Following your romantic ceremony, it’s a lovely idea to …

Walking In A Winter Wonderland at Sandhole Oak Barn

Walking in A Winter Wonderland

A wedding with wow factor is a must when planning a seasonal celebration. If you are embracing the idea of a winter wedding, then the stunning interior of Sandhole Oak Barn is packed with possibilities. A welcoming and light-filled space …

Ashleigh and James' real life wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Ashleigh and James – Love in the Autumn

After getting engaged, Ashleigh and James were looking for the perfect Cheshire wedding venue – big enough to celebrate with all their family and friends and with overnight accommodation. Dreaming of a barn venue with beautiful beams and high ceilings, …

Verity and Sam's real life wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Verity & Sam – A Summer Family Celebration

With a beautifully delicate colour scheme, stylish décor, pretty blooms and an abundance of fabulous entertainment, the June wedding of Verity and Sam was a delight for all. With two daughters of their own, Verity and Sam were looking for …

Rachael and matthew's real life wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Rachael & Matthew – A Rustic Celebration

Rachael and Matthew were searching for the perfect wedding venue in Cheshire for their October wedding. When they came across Sandhole Oak Barn, they knew it was the one. “The rustic look and warm, homely feel drew us in and …

Rustic Wedding Ideas for your Autumn Wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Rustic Wedding Ideas for your Autumn Wedding

Marry in a Barn Of course, setting a scene is all about choosing the perfect venue. If you’re planning an autumn wedding and looking for rustic wedding ideas, a barn is the perfect choice. Built to a traditional design, the …

Zoe and Michael wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn

Zoë & Michael – Love in September

Zoë and Michael’s Sandhole wedding was effortlessly romantic and featured an abundance of beautiful blooms. Planning their late-September wedding, Zoë and Michael were searching for the perfect wedding venue in Cheshire. Sandhole Oak Barn fitted the bill perfectly! “We loved …

Laura and Andrew celebrated their wedding day at Sandhole Oak Barn wedding venue in Cheshire

Laura & Andrew – An Elegant Summer Wedding

Laura and Andrew celebrated in style at their Sandhole Oak Barn wedding. Giving themselves plenty of time to plan their special day, Laura and Andrew first visited Sandhole Oak Barn in 2015, two years before their June 2017 wedding. They …

Emily and Kyle celebrate their wedding day at Sandhole Oak Barn wedding venue in Cheshire

Emily & Kyle – A Woodland-Themed Wedding

Dreaming of a summer wedding where they could spend a magical time with their friends and family, Emily and Kyle planned to look around a number of potential wedding venues in Cheshire. Sandhole Oak Barn was the first they visited. …

Alison and Joseph celebrated their wedding day at Sandhole Oak Barn wedding venue in Cheshire

Alison & Joseph – Spring is in the Air!

Alison and Joseph’s spring wedding at Sandhole Oak Barn was a wonderful combination of rustic style, creative décor, delicious food and happy guests! “We wanted to be able to make the day personal to us and we fell in love …

lorna and paul autumn wedding sandhole oak barn wedding venues cheshire

Lorna & Paul – An Autumnal Celebration

The October wedding of Lorna and Paul embraced all that is wonderful about tying the knot at Sandhole Oak Barn. With delicious food, beautiful décor and their family and friends… it was a romantic day to remember. The Perfect Venue …

Victoria and David Sandhole Oak Barn

Victoria & David – A Winter Wonderland Wedding

Saying their vows in December, Victoria and David planned a romantic seasonal celebration with a sweetheart table at Sandhole Oak Barn. Love is in the air!’ The Perfect Venue When planning their winter wedding, Victoria and David were on the …

Emma & William – Back to the Country

When Emma and William tied the knot in August 2016, they chose Sandhole Oak Barn for their beautiful country themed wedding. The Perfect Venue Having looked around numerous country venues, the happy couple felt that Sandhole Oak Barn had everything …

Claire & Sams Wedding Photos

Claire & Sam – Rustic Wedding Dreams Come True

After a romantic New Year’s Eve proposal, bride-to-be Claire and her fiancé Sam couldn’t wait to begin planning their rustic wedding. “We had been together for seven years, and we knew exactly where to start!” smiles Claire. The Venue Sandhole …

Sarah & Dan – A Christmas Wedding Love Story

A Christmas wedding proposal under the mistletoe was the idyllic, fairy tale beginning to Dan and Sarah’s wedding. ‘Dan got down on one knee at home over Christmas 2012’ smiles Sarah. But, a spell in hospital following a cycling accident …