Is an Exclusive-Use Wedding Venue Right For You?
When you start looking for wedding venues, the phrase exclusive use comes up often — but it isn’t always clear what it really means, or whether it’s something you need.
For some couples, it’s essential. For others, it’s less important. Like most parts of wedding planning, it depends on how you want your celebration to feel. At Mickleton Hills Farm, every event hire is exclusive, there will only ever be your guests and our team onsite during your wedding.
What Does Exclusive Use Actually Mean?
An exclusive-use with us means that there are no other weddings taking place at the same time, and no shared areas with members of the public. Our team on the day are dedicated only to you and your wedding.
In practice, this often means:
Privacy for you and your guests
Freedom to move through the space without interruption
A more relaxed, unhurried atmosphere
It can also allow for more flexibility around timings, styling and the overall flow of the day.
Why Some Couples Choose Exclusive Use
Many couples are drawn to exclusive-use venues because they want their wedding to feel personal and immersive, rather than part of a larger operation.
Common reasons include:
Wanting time with guests beyond just the ceremony
Preferring a setting that feels calm and contained
Valuing flexibility over rigid schedules
For couples planning a countryside wedding, exclusive use can help the day (or weekend) feel more like a gathering than an event.
When Exclusive Use Might Not Matter
Exclusive use isn’t essential for everyone. Some couples are happy to share a venue if:
They’re planning a short, one-day celebration
They like a lively hotel or restaurant atmosphere
Budget and simplicity are higher priorities
What matters most is choosing a venue that matches your expectations, rather than one that simply sounds appealing on paper.
Exclusive-Use Weddings at Mickleton Hills Farm
Mickleton Hills Farm is an exclusive-use wedding venue in the North Cotswolds, offering couples space, privacy and time in a relaxed countryside setting.
Weddings here often take place over a weekend allowing couples to:
Welcome guests gradually
Enjoy the build-up as well as the main day
Celebrate without feeling watched or rushed
Each wedding naturally takes its own shape, guided by the couple rather than a fixed template.
Is Exclusive Use Right for You?
If you value privacy, flexibility and a slower pace, an exclusive-use wedding venue may be worth considering. Visiting venues, asking questions and imagining how you want the day to feel can help make that clear.
There’s no right or wrong choice, just what feels right for you.