The Farmhouse and Barns at Redcoats Celebrate National Win at The Wedding Industry Awards

On Wednesday evening, The Farmhouse at Redcoats and its dedicated wedding venue, The Barns at Redcoats, were recognised on the national stage at The Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA), receiving Highly Commended status for Best Barn Wedding Venue at the national finals.

The recognition follows an already outstanding achievement at the end of last year, when The Barns at Redcoats were awarded Regional Best Barn Wedding Venue – East of England, based on verified feedback from real couples and scoring from an expert judging panel of over 160 respected wedding industry professionals.

Everything in One Place

What sets The Barns at Redcoats apart is its commitment to farm-to-fork dining. Every wedding menu is designed by the experienced Farmhouse kitchen team and built around seasonal ingredients from trusted local farms, with a strong focus on provenance and sustainability.

The Barns bring everything together in one place. The lovingly restored Grade II listed Wedding Barn, the Cowshed Bar, the outdoor Grain Store ceremony space, and the surrounding lawns and gardens all sit within this Hertfordshire hideaway. The venue is hire on exclusive basis, offering flexibility for couples to have their dream wedding, their way. Behind the scenes, the no-dig kitchen garden continues to grow year on year, helping bring even more homegrown produce from garden to plate. Supporting it all is an exceptional team across events, bar, front of house and kitchen, who consistently go above and beyond for every couple.

One of the venue’s biggest USPs is its 26 on-site bedrooms, described by couples as a total game changer. No travelling between venues, just everyone staying together and waking up to a proper Farmhouse breakfast the next morning. From the Honeymoon Suite and Getting Ready Room available the night before, to the stylish Barn bedrooms and characterful rooms within the Farmhouse itself, couples and guests are able to extend the celebration that little bit longer.

A Win for Local Hospitality

This national recognition shines a light on what thoughtful, people-led hospitality can achieve. Set just outside Hitchin in the Hertfordshire countryside, The Farmhouse and Barns at Redcoats have built a reputation for warm service, laid-back luxury, food-led celebrations and weddings that feel personal, relaxed and genuinely cared for.

A Standout 12 Months for Anglian Country Inns

As part of the Anglian Country Inns (ACI) family, The Farmhouse at Redcoats sits alongside well-loved Hertfordshire sister venues including Hermitage Rd Bar & Restaurant in Hitchin, The Fox at Willian, The Cricketers in Weston, and The Lytton Arms in Knebworth. It has already been an exceptional 12 months for ACI, with national recognition spanning workplace culture, sustainability, food and hospitality.

Recent accolades include:

• Happiest Place to Work – CODE Hospitality Awards
• Multiple listings in the Good Food Guide
• A 3 Star Food Made Good rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association (the highest rating achievable)
• Best Pub Employer – Publican Awards

To now add regional and national wedding venue recognition feels like the perfect way to round off an incredible 12 months, celebrating the people, food and values that run through every ACI site.

Looking Ahead

With 2026 already shaping up to be another busy and exciting year, the team at Redcoats are very much looking forward rather than standing still. From new seasonal wedding menus and tasting evenings under the beams, to the continued development of the onsite no-dig garden, the focus remains on bringing even more homegrown goodness to the plate.

Words from James Nye, Managing Director of Anglian Country Inns

“The Farmhouse at Redcoats team have had another astounding 12 months, and I couldn’t be prouder of what they continue to achieve together. No day sums up the opportunity to make people happy more than someone’s wedding day, and we are incredibly proud of the care, commitment and passion this team brings to every celebration. They consistently go above and beyond with the small, thoughtful touches that make someone’s big day as special as it can be. The Barns at Redcoats is a fabulous place to celebrate one of life’s most joyous decisions, and we’re delighted to see it recognised in this way.”

Words from Gill McInnes, General Manager of The Farmhouse and Barns at Redcoats

“This award is a testament to the passion and dedication that each and every person brings to work every day. To our incredible chefs crafting beautiful food, our attentive front-of-house and bar teams delivering exceptional service, the meticulous housekeeping team ensuring every detail is just right, and our welcoming reception team setting the tone from the very first hello, this recognition belongs to you.

A special mention must go to our dedicated wedding coordinators, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every couple feels supported and cared for throughout their journey. We’ve created something truly special here, not just a venue, but a place where lifelong memories are made. Thank you for your hard work, professionalism and commitment to excellence.”

*Card photograph: Binkynixonphotography