Muddy Boots Escapes · Destination Guide
Discover countryside wedding venues in the Upper Eden Valley and further afield, with boutique wedding guest accommodation at Muddy Boots Escapes in Kirkby Stephen.
Stone barns, historic buildings and open countryside give the Upper Eden Valley and surrounding districts a distinctive setting for a wedding. From celebrations close to Kirkby Stephen to venues further across Cumbria and neighbouring countryside, this guide brings together eight places to explore—with venue websites, maps and contact details to help you plan.
Kirkby Stephen makes a welcoming base for wedding guests, with independent shops, cafés and places to eat between celebrations. Muddy Boots Escapes offers three individual two-bedroom self-catering stays, each sleeping up to four guests: dog-friendly Scarpa and Arcade Royale, and pet-free La Petite Mews. Enjoy space to get ready, your own kitchen and time to turn the occasion into a longer break. Explore our Food & Drink Guide for meals around the wedding, or browse walks from Kirkby Stephen for the following day.
Our FAQs and website chat assistant can help with transport links, property and town parking, and local taxi information. Arrange your journey to and from the venue in advance, especially for a late-night return.
Need time to settle in before the ceremony? Early check-in may be arranged through an additional half-day reservation, on request and subject to availability. Alternatively, early luggage drop-off can be arranged through our sister business, Eden Valley Produce, on Kirkby Stephen’s Market Square. Please contact us beforehand to agree the arrangements.
Little Musgrave · Upper Eden Valley
Eden Barn is a family-run wedding venue in Little Musgrave, near Kirkby Stephen. Its traditional Westmorland stone barn combines exposed walls, a vaulted ceiling and atmospheric lighting, while outdoor ceremony spaces make the most of the surrounding countryside and Pennine views. For guests attending an Eden Barn wedding, a stay in Kirkby Stephen offers independent shops, cafés and self-catering accommodation to enjoy around the celebrations.
Kings Meaburn · Eden Valley
Long Acre Barn sits on a working farm at Kings Meaburn, surrounded by meadows and views towards the Pennines. The restored sandstone barn and outdoor spaces—including a damson orchard and walled garden—offer different settings for a country wedding. Guests staying in Kirkby Stephen can combine the celebration with time exploring the Eden Valley, with transport to and from the venue arranged ahead.
Long Marton · Near Appleby-in-Westmorland
Ghyll Barn is a family-run wedding venue at Long Marton, near Appleby-in-Westmorland. Reclaimed timber, vintage finds and industrial details give its celebration spaces an individual character, complemented by meadows, streams and countryside views. With both indoor and outdoor settings, it offers a distinctive choice for couples planning a Cumbrian barn wedding.
Eden Valley · Cumbria
Holesfoot brings together a country house, a characterful barn and secluded gardens for weddings in the Eden Valley. Couples can choose from a variety of settings, including the Italian Garden Terrace, the barn and intimate indoor spaces. Its woodland, meadows and gardens create a setting for celebrations that extend beyond the ceremony, while wedding guests choosing to stay in Kirkby Stephen can enjoy their own base for the wider weekend.
Askham · Lake District
Askham Hall is a historic country house wedding venue in the Lake District village of Askham. Its gardens and parkland provide a setting for ceremonies and photographs, while the restored Bank Barn offers exposed beams, stone walls and a terrace for wedding receptions. For guests choosing self-catering accommodation in Kirkby Stephen, a Muddy Boots Escapes stay offers space to get ready and enjoy a longer Cumbrian break, with travel to and from Askham Hall arranged in advance.
Balderhead · North Pennines
Blackton Grange Estate is a countryside wedding venue at Balderhead in the North Pennines. A restored celebration barn and farmhouse sit within an estate surrounded by open, rugged scenery, offering a setting for both intimate gatherings and larger weddings. This is one of the guide’s venues further afield: guests staying in Kirkby Stephen should plan their route and return transport before the wedding day.
Near Staveley · Lake District
Fairbank Wedding Barn occupies a secluded setting on a working farm near Staveley, between Kendal and Windermere. Its restored barn and surrounding Lake District countryside provide a rural backdrop for wedding celebrations. As one of the venues further from Kirkby Stephen in this guide, it is worth checking the journey when choosing your accommodation and arranging transport in advance.
Near Kirkby Stephen · Cumbria
Augill Castle offers a castle wedding setting just outside Kirkby Stephen, with distinctive architecture, characterful rooms and gardens. Its wedding options range from intimate ceremonies to larger celebrations, giving couples different ways to enjoy the setting. For guests seeking separate self-catering accommodation, Muddy Boots Escapes provides a base in Kirkby Stephen for getting ready and enjoying the surrounding area before or after the wedding.