While summer has long been the busiest time of year for weddings, autumn definitely seems to be hot on its heels. More and more couples are being drawn to an autumn barn wedding, and we don’t blame them. Honestly, what’s not to love? At The Barns at Delbury Hall we love autumn, when our grounds get a rusty red and orange makeover as the leaves change. An autumn barn wedding feels like the best of both worlds, where you can make the most of that magical autumnal sunshine as well as enjoy a cosy atmosphere for dining and dancing the night away.

Here we share some of our favourite styling ideas you can steal for your autumn barn wedding. Dreamy big day inspiration, right this way…

bride and groom surrounded by autumn leaves at Delbury Hall — Photography: Sally Joanne Photography

Rust-coloured Table Settings

Rusty oranges and rich reds create the perfect colour scheme for an autumn barn wedding. We love the elegant styling of these table settings, which look right at home in our welcoming barn venue. It’s an easy look to recreate for your own big day – just choose linen in sumptuous autumnal shades and pair with raffia placemats and dried floral favours for a rustic chic vibe. Opt for fabric runners rather than a full tablecloth to let the natural beauty of your wooden tables shine through. All that’s needed are simple posies of flowers in glass vases and twinkly candles to complete the look.

rich reddy orange table setting for autumn barn wedding

tables set up in autumn rustic chic styling at The Barns at Delbury Hall — Credits: Photography – Kelly Hiscox | Styling and Table Stationery – White Fern Weddings

Autumnal Cakes

Sometimes less is more, and we love how these pared-back wedding cakes give a stylish nod to the season without being too themed. Choose a tiered plain white wedding cake, then add interest with autumnal decorations like sugar craft flowers in warming hues. Or, for a more contemporary wedding cake, go for cascading spun sugar in fiery red and orange.

autumn barn wedding cake with floral decoration

wedding cake with colourful spun sugar cascade — Credits: Photography – Kelly Hiscox | Cakes – Beth Bakes

Colourful Bridesmaids’ Dresses

Take inspiration from this wedding at The Barns at Delbury Hall, where bridesmaids embraced the season wearing gorgeous dresses in traditional autumn colours. We love the mix-and-match vibe of the bridesmaids’ dresses, in rich ruby red and burnt orange shades. How incredible do they look set against the backdrop of Delbury Hall in all its autumnal glory?

bride and bridesmaids walking past lake at Delbury Hall

Pumpkin Details

If you’re a fan of Halloween, be inspired and add a few unique touches to your big day styling. One of our couples decorated the outdoor space at The Barns at Delbury Hall with pumpkins in all shapes and sizes – the overall effect was so cool! You could also create your own ‘trick or treat’ sweetie station to continue the spooky season theme if you fancy.

welcome sign for wedding with pumpkins below

bride and groom walking through courtyard at Delbury Hall with pumpkins on floor — Photography: Cloud 9 Photography

Celebrate Nature

We can’t get enough of these photos from one of our autumn real weddings. The traditional confetti shot is given a seasonal upgrade thanks to the carpet of crisp, fallen leaves. It’s a simple touch that really delivers the wow factor – plus, it doesn’t cost a penny to recreate for your own barn wedding.

bride and groom walking on fallen leaves at autumnal barn wedding

autumn wedding at The Barns at Delbury Hall — Photography: Sally Joanne Photography

Cosy Lighting

Autumn is cosy season, so make sure your guests feel right at home with clever lighting at your barn wedding. Whether it’s glowing candlelight or twinkly fairy lights, speak to your venue to find out the best way to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere inside the barn.

first dance at wedding under twinkly lights at The Barns at Delbury Hall — Photography: Shane Webber

S’mores Station

How cute are these mini DIY s’more stations? Set these up inside or outside for your evening guests to enjoy, and we guarantee everyone will be talking about it. Nothing beats a tasty s’more as the wedding party gets started.

marshmallows on sticks — Credits: Photography – Kelly Hiscox | S’mores – Beth Bakes

Your Autumn Wedding at The Barns at Delbury Hall

If you’re searching for an exclusive-use barn wedding venue in Shropshire, we’d love the chance to show you around The Barns at Delbury Hall. With a choice of ceremony spaces, as well as our luxurious Orangery – perfect for a stylish wedding breakfast – and our rustically elegant Coach House with plenty of room for you and your guests to dance the night away, we’ve got everything you need for an unforgettable big day.

The best way to get a feel for our barn wedding is to see it in person and explore our beautiful countryside setting at your own pace. Click here to book a viewing or to ask the team any questions. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Autumn Styling Ideas For Your Barn Wedding