The Oak Barn, Hittisleigh

Located in the heart of rural Mid Devon near Crediton and Exeter, The Oak Barn is a beautifully restored exclusive-use barn venue combining historic farm buildings, landscaped gardens and luxury countryside accommodation within a secluded Devon farmstead. Overlooked by the medieval St Andrews Church in Hittisleigh, the venue has become one of Devon’s most sought-after destinations for relaxed weddings, private celebrations and countryside events.

Centred around a collection of restored 18th and 19th century barns, the venue blends rustic oak beams, traditional cob walls and landscaped outdoor spaces with a flexible and highly personal approach to events. The Oak Barn is particularly well known for its relaxed atmosphere, exclusive-use hire model and freedom for clients to personalise their events using their own suppliers and styling concepts.

Located approximately 20 minutes from Exeter, the venue offers a peaceful countryside setting whilst remaining accessible from the A30, Exeter and wider Devon transport links.

Event Spaces

The Oak Barn

At the centre of the venue is the beautifully restored Oak Barn itself, an 18th-century granary transformed into a light-filled medieval-style hall featuring oak cruck trusses, vaulted ceilings and a warm rustic interior. The space is ideally suited to ceremonies, seated dining, receptions and evening celebrations, combining countryside charm with strong event flexibility.

The Acorn Barn

The Acorn Barn provides an additional ceremony and reception space alongside guest accommodation, allowing flexibility for smaller ceremonies, breakout areas and extended wedding weekend use.

Gardens & Outdoor Spaces

One of the venue’s defining features is its landscaped gardens, terraces and lawns overlooking the surrounding Devon countryside and medieval church. Outdoor ceremonies, drinks receptions, lawn games and summer celebrations work particularly well within the estate’s relaxed rural setting.

Flexible Venue Hire

The Oak Barn operates as a venue-only hire space, allowing couples and organisers significant flexibility around catering, entertainment and styling suppliers. This highly bespoke approach has become one of the venue’s strongest differentiators within the Devon wedding market.

Accommodation

The venue offers extensive on-site accommodation across multiple converted barns and farmhouse buildings, including a dedicated bridal suite and additional guest rooms accommodating up to 30 guests in total. Residential capability allows clients to create multi-day wedding and event experiences within the estate.

Sustainability & Restoration

The Oak Barn’s restoration and wedding business were originally developed to support the preservation of the historic listed farm buildings and wider countryside environment. The venue also places emphasis on sustainability, wildlife conservation and environmentally conscious estate management across the surrounding farmland and meadows.

Facilities & Services

The Oak Barn offers exclusive-use hire, extensive on-site accommodation, outdoor event space, flexible supplier options, parking and dedicated owner-led support throughout the planning process. Its highly personal approach and relaxed countryside atmosphere make it particularly attractive for bespoke weddings and informal luxury celebrations.

Its combination of historic barns, rural scenery and flexible event delivery positions The Oak Barn as one of Devon’s strongest relaxed luxury countryside venues.

Ideal For

• Weddings

• Private Celebrations

• Exclusive Hire Events

• Countryside Receptions

• Summer Parties

• Private Dining

• Residential Events

• Family Gatherings

• Luxury Rural Weddings

• Outdoor Ceremonies

• Weekend Events

• Bespoke Celebrations

Key Features

• Exclusive-Use Devon Barn Venue

• Historic Farmstead Setting

• 18th & 19th Century Restored Barns

• Landscaped Gardens & Terraces

• Luxury On-Site Accommodation

• Accommodation for up to 30 Guests

• Venue-Only Flexible Hire Model

• Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Options

• Overlooking Medieval St Andrews Church

• Relaxed Countryside Atmosphere

• Dedicated Owner-Led Support

• Near Exeter & Crediton

• Highly Bespoke Event Experience

• Sustainability & Conservation Focus

Why Hire The Oak Barn

The Oak Barn offers a highly personal and flexible countryside event experience combining historic barns, landscaped grounds and exclusive-use privacy within one of Devon’s most picturesque rural settings. Its relaxed approach, beautiful accommodation and freedom to personalise events create celebrations that feel intimate, welcoming and genuinely individual.

Whether hosting a wedding, private celebration or countryside gathering, The Oak Barn delivers a charming and highly adaptable venue experience designed around flexibility, atmosphere and memorable guest experiences.