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Waterside Country Barn Wedding Venue, Mill House — Cinematic Wedding Videography by Pixaplace Weddings

If you’re celebrating at Waterside Country Barn—the lakeside, award-winning wedding venue at Mill House, Bradford-on-Tone, Taunton (TA4 1EP)—our Pixaplace Weddings team will craft a cinematic, story-led film that feels as breathtaking as the setting itself.


Why Waterside Country Barn looks incredible on film

Nestled between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, Waterside Country Barn blends a rustic timber interior with panoramic countryside views and a tranquil lake—a natural stage for elegant, documentary-meets-cinematic storytelling. Exclusive-use flexibility and the intimate waterside setting make it a standout in Somerset.


At-a-glance venue facts (guide figures):

  • Address: Waterside Country Barn, Mill House, Bradford-on-Tone, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 1EP

  • Capacity: around 160 seated; 200–250 evening (layout/season dependent)

  • Licence: Licensed for civil ceremonies (indoor & outdoor options)

  • On-site stays: Glamping & lodges (commonly sleeping up to around 10 across units)

  • Access: under 10 minutes from M5 J26; between Taunton and Wellington

Always confirm final numbers and inclusions with the venue’s latest brochure.

Spaces & capacities (how your day flows)

  • The Barn (reception & party): Open-plan, characterful timber space ideal for speeches, dinner and a lively dance floor. Guide capacity: 160 seated; evening numbers vary by layout.

  • Lakeside ceremony settings: Photogenic waterside backdrops including a pontoon/jetty area; indoor ceremony setup available when weather dictates. Licensed for marriage.

  • Grounds & lawn areas: Drinks, canapés, games and sunset portraits around the lake and meadows.

waterside country barn wedding venue in somerset
Waterside Country Barn Wedding in Somerset

Stay on site (glamping & lodges)

Keep your core group close with cosy, characterful units beside the water—often a combination of a retreat, lodge, cabin and shepherds’ hut. Typical capacity is around 10 across units; confirm exact allocations when booking.



Getting there

Waterside Country Barn sits at Mill House, Bradford-on-Tone with clear directions off the A38. It shares the estate with Mill House Equestrian Centre—useful for sat-nav searches and the TA4 1EP postcode.


How Pixaplace Weddings films Waterside Country Barn

  • Cinematic + documentary blend: We prioritise genuine moments—vows, laughter, reactions—then elevate them with considered composition and natural colour that suits timber, water and meadow tones.

  • Discreet, venue-savvy coverage: We coordinate so the transition lakeside → barn → night portraits feels seamless and never intrusive.

  • Broadcast-level audio: Multi-track capture for vows, readings and speeches (lavalier mics + line feeds where available) so every word lands in the edit.

  • Low-light mastery: Subtle, soft lighting for evening scenes that preserves atmosphere.

  • Weather-ready plan B: If waterside vows move indoors, we re-stage beautiful alternatives with flattering angles and clean sound.


What you’ll receive

  • Highlight Film (4–7 mins): A shareable, cinematic story interwoven with vows/speeches.

  • Full Ceremony & Full Speeches: Delivered as separate documentary edits.

  • Feature Film (12–20 mins, optional): Deeper narrative with more moments.

  • Social Teaser (45–90s, optional): Vertical-friendly for Reels/Shorts.

  • 4K delivery via a private gallery with archival-safe master files.


Packages (outline)

Essentials — One filmmaker (up to 8 hrs) • Highlight Film • Full Ceremony • Pro audio • 4K delivery

Signature (most popular) — Two filmmakers (up to 10 hrs) • Highlight Film • Full Ceremony & Speeches • Social Teaser

Cinematic — Two filmmakers (full day) • Highlight + Feature Film • Ceremony, Speeches & First Dance in full • Optional aerial (permissions & weather dependent)

Add-ons available: next-day teaser, extra hours, keepsake USB, raw-clips bundle.


Timeline tips for this venue

  1. Golden hour portraits: Reserve 15–20 minutes at sunset around the jetty, meadow and lakeside—soft light + water reflections = cinematic magic.

  2. Soundcheck early: We liaise with the PA and still run redundant recorders for vows and speeches.

  3. Confetti & sparkler sequence: Confirm with the venue—both add pace and energy to the final edit.

  4. Supplier logistics: Proximity to the M5 helps early arrivals and smoother set-ups.


FAQs

Are you familiar with Waterside Country Barn?

Yes—our pre-production includes shot lists for the lakeside ceremony, lawn reception and barn dinner/party flow.

How many guests can we invite?

Plan on ~160 seated and 200–250 for the evening depending on layout. We’ll advise camera positions accordingly. Always confirm with the venue.

Is the venue licensed for civil ceremonies?

Yes—both indoor and outdoor ceremony options are typically available.

Is accommodation available on site?

Yes—glamping and lodge options on the estate, with typical capacity around 10 across units; confirm details with the venue.


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Book Pixaplace Weddings

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We’ll confirm availability, share packages and tailor coverage for Waterside Country Barn—from lakeside vows to a packed dance floor.

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