Welcome to St John’s at Barlaston Hall

A unique opportunity to hold your non-religious celebration in a beautiful historic 12th-century church building.

A very special place

St John’s at Barlaston Hall is a deconsecrated church nestled in the Staffordshire countryside on the edge of the Wedgwood Estate, which perfectly marries the architectural charm and history of a church building with the desire for an atmospheric space to hold non-religious civil ceremonies.

The perfect place to have your fairy-tale wedding celebration, naming ceremony or renewal of vows.

Weddings & Renewal of Vows

If you’ve always dreamed of a church wedding and prefer to have a non-religious wedding celebration, the St John’s at Barlaston Hall team will help make your dream come true.

An intimate gathering or a bigger celebration – St John’s can hold up to 100 guests. Alongside the picture perfect church, the beautiful grounds of the Barlaston Estate are yours for your wedding photographs.

Have your wedding celebration at your own venue. Or, if you prefer, we can take care of the whole day, from organising your registrar at Barlaston Hall right through to hair and make-up. We partner with only the best suppliers who will work with you to create the perfect day for you and your guests.

We’re flexible, we’ll help you create a magical day, uniquely tailored to your preferences, in a way that works for you. 

Naming Ceremonies

The atmospheric listed building is the most amazing space to experience and celebrate life’s most memorable occasions in front of friends and family.

The grounds of the Barlaston Estate including the wonderful woodland and gardens will be yours for photos. We’ll organise your celebrant or you’re welcome to bring your own, Afterwards, we can help you celebrate with a sit down lunch, a more relaxed BBQ or afternoon tea.

A non-religious naming ceremony at St John’s at Barlaston Hall is the perfect place to welcome a new addition to your family.

Events at St John’s at Barlaston Hall

A special celebration, your annual awards dinner or a Christmas get together, St John’s at Barlaston Hall is the perfect space to hold your event.

It’s all about making the spaces work for you, we can sit up to 100 in the church building, with table configurations to suit the mood you’re looking to create.

If you prefer, there’s the option of a marquee on the grounds of the Barlaston Estate or one of the more intimate spaces at Barlaston Hall.

Your event at St John’s will be fully catered, whether it’s a sit down gala dinner, an informal buffet or a very special afternoon tea, we’ll create the perfect menu, that’s as individual as you are.

We’ll help you create a truly memorable event that works just for you!