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19 August 2022

I WOULD 100% NOT RECOMMEND THE BRADFORD BARN.

The venue is pretty and the day went pretty well, but everything else was an expensive trainwreck. In no way was this venue 'transparent' in their pricing. We had to postpone due to Covid, they charged us 2000 to move it to the next year when we gave them almost a year notice. We were told 5-7 dollars per person for dinner ware and got a bill for 56 people of 970 dollars. Communication was poor the entirety of the planning. The bartender had the nerve to open nearly every pack of beer so we lost money not being able to return it. She also put out a tip jar out when we already were forced to tip 18 percent. She put this tip jar right beside our donation jar. The DJ didn't play the song list that I had sent him and messed up the father/daughter dance song when I had sent all music to him days in advance through the medium he proposed (Spotify). Finally, the owner of the barn stole money from my mother's damage deposit. They took money from her damage deposit to pay for the dinnerware, when we should have been billed directly. We gave no consent and this was not included in the contract. In their email they explicitly stated that there were no damages but they took it upon themselves to take the dinnerware bill out of my mother's so kindly put out damage deposit. When I asked them to return it and bill us instead, they refused and said they would return it only if I paid them first - unprofessional borderline blackmail.

They neglected to tell us that plated menu would also result in higher dinner ware costs so they chose how to spend our money and didn't even make us aware it would be more. Would never recommend this venue to anyone and this whole process has been a constant nightmare with the owners holding out their hands for more money.

They also force you to get liability insurance yourself with a very high 5 million coverage. Going through their site, this costs 350! Going private, we got it down to 285 instead. How unprofessional that they won't pay for their own insurance? But again, this cost is not stated explicitly on their contract.

On top of this, we had to pay another 18 percent gratuity on top of our food for the food service. YOU WILL PAY LOADS MORE THAN WHAT THEY SHOW YOU. More than happy to explain all of my claims, evidence based, and they were simply lucky we live outside of the country or I would have sought legal action against them in court over the dinnerware.

Also important to know if you are paying monthly: we paid a 2000 deposit and were making monthly payments as they advertise on their site they are happy to do. What is the point of the deposit? Well, usually it means you loose this amount if you cancel....
We were considering one of our options to cancel due to Covid instead of moving the wedding due to our various international guests. They said that if we did that they wouldn't give us a single penny back including our deposit and any payments we made up until that date. So my question is, how can you call that a deposit then?

To add further insult and unprofessionalism, I have email proof that they agreed to refund 27.50 to us due to missing napkins and a chipped plate they were going to charge us for even though non of my guests handled the dinnerware except for whilst sitting eating their plated meal. They never refunded this but clearly said they would in writing. Further theft.

I have evidence base for every single claim I have made.

THEY HAVE NOW BLOCKED MY WIFE ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM BEFORE EVEN WANTING TO COMMENT OR TALK TO US ABOUT OUR REVIEW. THIS SHOWS THEIR DISAPPOINTING AND POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE.
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19 August 2022

The venue is pretty and the day went pretty well, but everything else was an expensive trainwreck. In no way was this venue 'transparent' in their pricing. We had to postpone due to Covid, they charged us 2000 to move it to the next year when we gave them almost a year notice. We were told 5-7 dollars per person for dinner ware and got a bill for 56 people of 970 dollars. Communication was poor the entirety of the planning. The bartender had the nerve to open nearly every pack of beer so we lost money not being able to return it. She also put out a tip jar out when we already were forced to tip 18 percent. She put this tip jar right beside our donation jar. The DJ didn't play the song list that I had sent him and messed up the father/daughter dance song when I had sent all music to him days in advance through the medium he proposed (Spotify). Finally, the owner of the barn stole money from my mother's damage deposit. They took money from her damage deposit to pay for the dinnerware, when we should have been billed directly. We gave no consent and this was not included in the contract. In their email they explicitly stated that there were no damages but they took it upon themselves to take the dinnerware bill out of my mother's so kindly put out damage deposit. When I asked them to return it and bill us instead, they refused and said they would return it only if I paid them first - unprofessional borderline blackmail.

They neglected to tell us that plated menu would also result in higher dinner ware costs so they chose how to spend our money and didn't even make us aware it would be more. Would never recommend this venue to anyone and this whole process has been a constant nightmare with the owners holding out their hands for more money.

They also force you to get liability insurance yourself with a very high 5 million coverage. Going through their site, this costs 350! Going private, we got it down to 285 instead. How unprofessional that they won't pay for their own insurance? But again, this cost is not stated explicitly on their contract.

On top of this, we had to pay another 18 percent gratuity on top of our food for the food service. YOU WILL PAY LOADS MORE THAT WHAT THEY SHOW YOU. More than happy to explain all of my claims, evidence based, and they were simply lucky we live outside of the country or I would have sought legal action against them in court over the dinnerware.

Also important to know if you are paying monthly: we paid a 2000 deposit and were making monthly payments as they advertise on their site they are happy to do. What is the point of the deposit? Well, usually it means you loose this amount if you cancel....
We were considering one of our options to cancel due to Covid instead of moving the wedding due to our various international guests. They said that if we did that they wouldn't give us a single penny back including our deposit and any payments we made up until that date. So my question is, how can you call that a deposit then?

To add further insult and unprofessionalism, I have email proof that they agreed to refund 27.50 to us due to missing napkins and a chipped plate they were going to charge us for even though non of my guests handled the dinnerware except for whilst sitting eating their plated meal. They never refunded this but clearly said they would in writing. Further theft.

I have evidence base for every single claim I have made.
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26 November 2019

Photogenic location on a sunny day, wedding video turned out beautiful!

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27 October 2019

The Bradford Barn is a beautiful venue. What a spectacular place. Many guests were amazed at how awesome the place was. Jenn and her team were wonderful to work with. Joran that includes u going above and beyond for us also. The customer service we were provided leading up to the wedding was amazing. Jenn and her team were able to reduce the stress that comes with planning a magical day. We are extremely happy we found the Bradford Barn. Wouldn't change the venue for anywhere!!!! Thx Bradford Barn for giving us wonderful memories. More...

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22 October 2019

Thank you so much Mr & Mrs. Willett it was my pleasure to make sure your day went stress free and it was so super sweet to come in today to find your appreciation for something I did and you to show such kindness and gratitude ❤❤

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16 October 2019

Great set up, our friends wedding was rained out but with the back up plan didn’t seem to be back up. The inside ceremony was really nice in the barns main level. The food was yummy especially the h’ordurves More...

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28 September 2019

absolutely beautiful, small but perfect. we saw Jason Macoy which was amazing but their house band is phenomenal. I definitely will be attending future events.

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27 September 2019

Of all the rustic barns we've photographed weddings at, this one is our fave. Awesome BBQ, amazing band...lots of photo locations on site!

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21 September 2019

I can’t tell you what an amazing experience our kids had here for their wedding. From start to finish everything was taken care of with efficiency and expertise. The venue, food, staff, DJ and the most AMAZING band gave us a truly fantastic day. Thanks so much to everyone at Bradford Barn! More...

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14 September 2019

Great little hide away Venue. Ill keep an eye in this.

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14 September 2019

Such an amazing place Great atmosphere awesome staff The in house Band Stable Polarity is out of this world. They are absolutely amazing ♥️We will be going back for sure If you have the chance please go and see them you will not regret it

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8 September 2019

The Bradford Barn is the perfect country barn wedding venue. Jenn and her team are amazing to work with – they are so accommodating and make the whole process a breeze. Jenn will do anything to make your dream wedding come true. The barn and the property is absolutely stunning. Everything was perfection. I highly recommend The Bradford Barn!! More...

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8 September 2019

Everything about The Bradford Barn is amazing. Jenn was absolutely incredible in putting everything together and making sure we had a beautiful day. The Bradford Barn team is professional and goes above and beyond. Cindy our bartender was outstanding. She learned our drinks and was so easy going and fun! Cibo the preferred caterer are hands down the kindest people we have met. They went above and beyond by including our guests with allergies and everyone( even a week later) is still raving about our food! The Bradford Barn has something so special about it. The Barn, Gazebo, Landscapes... there is not just one thing that makes this venue so wonderful. The house band put on such an energy filled show. The vocals were insane. Rueben our DJ was hilarious ! He was so easy to get along with, very understanding and made things so easy for us. Between Rueben and the band the dance floor was always full! Our wedding at The Bradford Barn was truly the best day our of lives. Thank you for creating such magic. More...

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28 August 2019

Jenn, her team, the band, the whole venue deserve a whole hearted 5 stars. We had our wedding there August 10th 2019 and booked the venue about exactly a year before hand. We knew when we walked onto the property that this was the place for us. Not only was Jenn gracious in touring us around and discussing possibilities for the venue, but she maintained approachability and flexibility throughout the entire year long wedding process. The venue, itself is authentic, casual in the best way, and was truly described "as the best venue I'd ever been to" by many of our guests. The barn is beautiful, but the property potential for photos, outdoor games, and beautiful sunshine is something else. They have very few rules and regulations and this venue, which makes you feel comfortable and at home. They truly believe that this is your best day ever and run their business serving that purpose. I envisioned details of my decor one way the day before my wedding, and Jenn did little touches that took my dreams up a level. Her and her team will be up on ladders, rejigging this, moving that, and making everything perfection. Her and her team will also serve a mean bar service. There will be no lines, no waits, despite the guest list! The Bradford Barn is truly special and is a great place you can always come back to when your nostalgic after the day due to their many events. You will also want to go back to enjoy the band because you just don't feel like your wedding day is long enough to turn up their dance floor! They are amazing! This a long review, I know, but all genuine, book this venue before it is all booked up! More...

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28 August 2019

Jenn, her team, the band, the whole venue deserve a whole hearted 5 stars. We had our wedding there August 10th 2019 and booked the venue about exactly a year before hand. We knew when we walked onto the property that this was the place for us. Not only was Jenn gracious in touring us around and discussing possibilities for the venue, but she maintained approachability and flexibility throughout the entire year long wedding process. The venue, itself is authentic, casual in the best way, and was truly described "as the best venue I'd ever been to" by many of our guests. The barn is beautiful, but the property potential for photos, outdoor games, and beautiful sunshine is something else. They have very few rules and regulations and this venue, which makes you feel comfortable and at home. They truly believe that this is your best day ever and run their business serving that purpose. I envisioned details of my decor one way the day before my wedding, and Jenn did little touches that took my dreams up a level. Her and her team will be up on ladders, rejigging this, moving that, and making everything perfection. Her and her team will also serve a mean bar service. There will be no lines, no waits, despite the guest list! The Bradford Barn is truly special and is a great place you can always come back to when your nostalgic after the day due to their many events. You will also want to go back to enjoy the band because you just don't feel like your wedding day is long enough to turn up their dance floor! They are amazing! This a long review, I know, but all genuine, book this venue before it all booked up! More...

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24 August 2019

Great staff, food and music. Live band and DJ.

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23 August 2019

We got married at the Bradford Barn August 17th 2019. Jenn and her team are AMAZING and helped us every step of the way. The venue with it's different areas felt like a 3 for 1 special. Our guests could not stop commenting on how beautiful the grounds and buildings are. All the extras they have make for non stop fun and excitement. The preferred list of vendors and the band are priceless! We could not have asked for a better day and would not change a thing. Thank you all again for everything. More...

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23 August 2019

Beautiful place for a wedding

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18 August 2019

We got married at the Bradford Barn August 17th 2019. Jenn and her team are AMAZING and helped us every step of the way. The venue with it's different areas felt like a 3 for 1 special. Our guests could not stop commenting in how beautiful the grounds and buildings are. All the extras they have make for non stop fun and excitement. The preferred list of vendors and the band are priceless! We could not have asked for a better day and would not change a thing. Thank you all again for everything. More...

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17 August 2019

What a wonderful place for an event! This Woodstock party was just what the Dr ordered here in Bradford!

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16 August 2019

Went for a wedding event it's an amazing locale. The inhouse band has an extensive repertoir & they take requests. And the bartender is phenomenal. She's got your back!

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9 August 2019

Jen was very helpful with all the setup and even taking steps to ensure all of our guests were cared for. The weather was beautiful and warm, as a result we ran low on cold beer. ....Jen ran into town to stock us back up, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable evening for everyone. The staff were all friendly and helpful, not a single complaint from 125 guests. I would happily recommend this beautiful and private venue to anyone planning a wedding. More...

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31 July 2019

Our daughter got married here last weekend and it was absolutely the perfect wedding she had always dreamed of! No words can describe how incredible the team at Bradford Barn were to work with. The guests all raved that it was the most amazing wedding they had ever attended. Dont be scared by the 'remote' location, it was a mere $17 uber ride to a reputable hotel for our guests (though the barn also offers the option of a shuttle service if you so desire). More...

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29 July 2019

This is an amazing place for your parties

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14 July 2019

If you are looking for an amazing wedding venue, then look no further than The Bradford Barn!! Jenn and Joren were AMAZING! We first saw the venue in January, and you wouldn’t believe how beautiful this place is when the flowers bloom and the sun shines! SO many amazing spots for beautiful photos. We couldn’t have made a better choice! From the options for ceremony, to the decor to THE BAND!! Everything was spot on, and better than we could have ever hoped for! Please do yourself a favor and go check it out! You won’t be disappointed!! More...

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1 July 2019

i was so happy to marry the love of my life here yesterday .. the staff at the bradford barn were the best . couldnt have ask for anything better .. thanks so much ...

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30 June 2019

Jenn and Joran are a dream to work with, Jenn is a workhorse that will do everything in her power to make it just the way you want it. The place is magic! Everything went off without a hitch. I would recommend this place to anyone it is absolutely gorgeous. More...

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30 June 2019

This place is damn adorable. We went for a wedding yesterday and I am not sure why, but I wasn’t expecting it to be as charming as it was. The grounds are *very pretty, the actual barn was rustic-chic, the food was truly excellent (and I’m picky), the service was wonderful and the house band is amazing. All staff were very accommodating, right down to the unflappable bartender and the courteous gentleman helping people to park their cars. I told the owner that if we weren’t already married, I’d absolutely choose this as a venue. This city girl was very impressed. More...

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15 May 2019

Washrooms are outdoors only and rather far from the barn. Awkward walk in heels on Multiple types of terrain to get between the two places.

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14 March 2019

Our wedding this past weekend was everything and more than we were hoping it would be. Our guests loved all of the different areas they could hang out around, and the barn fit all 160 of us in beautiful long tables. Jenn and Joran were always available to help or answer questions. We had a live band and supplemented breaks just with our iPhones. We made a whole weekend out of it by booking the cabins at the KOA up the street and bussing people to and from. Book now because I know this place is going to fill up for the years to come! More...

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14 March 2019

We just got married at the Bradford Barn on August 27th, 2016. The venue was the perfect setting for us and our 100 guests. It was quiet, calm, beautifully decorated, and it created a surreal fairytale-like atmosphere. The outdoor bar and seating area were amazing, and we were able to enjoy them for the entire day (and evening), as we didn’t have a traditional sit-down dinner. Jenn and her son did a great job manning the bar and chatting with the guests – it was evident that everyone was having a great time! We dreamed of a wedding that is off the beaten path, but the way it all came together exceeded our expectations. Big thank you to Jenn and Joran for helping us set up and help create a truly special day for us and all of our guests. :) Now two weeks later, our guests are still fondly reminiscing about this amazingly calm day, spent relaxing in great company. Thank you! More...

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14 March 2019

The environment at the barn is stunning, the staff goes out of their way to make sure your having a great time ESPECIALLY Cindy, the owners are lucky to have her.

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30 November 2018

We got married in august and it was absolutely phenomenal! Jenn and Joran were just amazing to work with, they handle everything with absolute ease and made the day stress free! Cindy was absolutely wonderful and made sure everything was set up and ran smoothly! We had Darrin and the bradford barn band play for the reception and they brought so much amazing energy to the evening! We honestly couldn't have imagined anything better! We honestly cant thank the team enough and are so lucky to have gotten married at the most beautiful venue we have ever seen! Please don't hesitate to check this out! You wont be disappointed! More...

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1 October 2018

My husband and I got married there early Aug and it was BEAUTIFUL. My guests couldn't stop talking about the scenery and the originality of the barn. I love that we could play around with the look and jenn was so helpful and tentative . She looked after everything to ensure that I had a stress free day ! If you're looking for an authentic rustic experience I HIGHLY recommend checking this place out! More...

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1 October 2018

Beautiful setting for a wedding, drop dead gorgeous country, amazing people who really care about your special day to be unforgettable. However, I have few suggestions to make this venue even better. Bridal suite needs an AC. Our daughter wedding day was a rainy one and super humid, so we couldn't do much with our hair/makeup and it was very uncomfortable without any air flow in that room. My daughter wanted to have a ceremony outside on the lawn with her beautiful entrance off the balcony. The rain changed all of that. Thankfully there's a downstairs in the barn, it's dry and...... it's not finished to give a nice background for a wedding pictures. This area needs a much better setup. You can do amazing decor with a simple fabric to cover that dropped ceiling, finish the wall where bridal party walks from, have that huge electrical panel painted in lighter than black colour. I would also make covers for the benches outside, so if the rain stops (like it did on our case), you can still do it outside and have your guests seated on the dry benches. Bathroom is not easily accessible for older people. Those steps are hard to climb for someone who has difficulty walking. Barn however is absolutely beautiful and very welcoming. We loved gazebo, bar and firepit setup! Like I said, absolutely gorgeous please! More...

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19 September 2018

Just a fantastic setting to host an event recommended big time :)

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10 September 2018

Was at the Hallowen party 2017 was fantastic and the open house in August 2018. Great venue and the live band was excellent as well as the top notch service from Cindy Henniger!

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1 September 2018

Bradford barns is hands down the most exquisite, fun, amazing, beautiful, wonderfully staffed, with a great ambiancevenue. The staff are absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to help make this day memorable for my daughters wedding. Huge shout out to the band. I can’t express how much fun we all had dancing and laughing. The band kept the people on their feet and knew exactly how to keep the crowd happy. To anyone doubting a live band for their reception, all I have to say is doubt no more with this venues band selection. Truly AMAZING. More...

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1 September 2018

My best friend got married here last night and it was hands down amazing! Jen is amazing, did everything in her power to make sure everything went smoothly and was how the bride wanted it. Couldn’t recommend a better place! Jen and her staff know how to host a wonderful evening! More...

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1 September 2018

My daughter just got married here last weekend, what a great venue such a relaxed atmosphere, beautiful place . Jen is a beautiful host does everything she can to accommodate any requests. I would highly recommend the Bradford Barn for a wedding. Thanks so much for a fantastic day. More...

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1 September 2018

Our Daughter got married there last weekend and it was beautiful. From the rustic feel of the venue to the owners and helpers it was a perfect day. I would highly recommend this place. Thank you Jen for everything. Awesome place. More...

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26 August 2018

A hidden gem! My husband and I got married at the Bradford Barn on Aug 11, 2018. It was the best day ever! Jen, Joran and their team went above and beyond to make our day special. They were truely amazing to work with, so kind, caring and hard working to make sure everything was perfect. To this day our guests are still raving about how much fun then had at our wedding from the outdoor games, beautiful views and the fantastic music! We had switchbeat perform at our wedding and let’s just say they were phenomenal! We didn’t want them to get off stage. I would highly recommend the Bradford Barn to anyone wether it be a wedding or private function you won’t regret it! More...

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20 August 2018

Amazing venue! Jenn and her team exceeded our expectations! Best wedding ever. Amazing party, the band is fantastic. I highly recommend.

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2 August 2018

Amazing Wedding Venue!!! My wife and I just had our wedding here last weekend and it was picture perfect. From the rustic feel of the venue, the live band, the beautifully created ceremony site and Jenn's professionalism throughout it all. Highly recommend for anyone in look of a novel wedding location at an affordable cost with no hidden fees. More...

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3 July 2018

Best wedding venue I've ever experienced. Starts with beautiful grounds for the outdoor ceremony to a great outdoor bar. Lots of things to do in between scheduled stages of the wedding such as playing games, sitting around the fire, hanging out on the balcony and of course enjoying the décor of the barn itself. I was very surprised at how great the acoustics were. Food was amazing. Music was amazing. Not much more to add. It's a great place for wedding. More...

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