We chose Merriscourt as our wedding venue because of the dreamy, private setting; the ability to
have the wedding party stay on site; and the option to enjoy the space for more than just one day.
When looking for a venue, it was such a rarity to find a barn-like setting in the Cotswolds with longer
access times. Being in and out in one day just wasn't an option for us, when we planned to put so
much time and effort into the most important event of our lives. Having just had our wedding, I can
confidently say that booking this venue was one of the best decisions we made. Not only was it an
incredible choice for all the reasons above, but the staff are FANTASTIC and went above and beyond
to help us, including negotiating with a difficult coach driver at midnight to get our guests home. Eva
and Emily made us feel like we were in safe hands from the beginning, and without a wedding planner
it is essential to have a venue that can act in this capacity for you. My husband is a real foodie, so the
meal was a key part of the day, and it didn't disappoint. From the private tasting to the day itself, I've
rarely had food this good; all our guests enjoyed it, with many saying it was the best wedding food
they'd ever had. My only useful comment for anyone reading this is to be mindful that the New
Cottage is a little out of the way from the main venue, which caused a few problems for my Mum and
sisters going back and forth on the day of the wedding. Unfortunately you can't cut through the
driveway of the main residence, which makes sense, but was something we overlooked on the site
visit. In hindsight, I would have kept all family within the main grounds. Otherwise, the weekend was
perfect - if we were doing it all again, I wouldn't hesitate to book Merriscourt. It's worth every penny,
and more!!
Katie J