The Barn at Stratford
2690 Stratford Road, Delaware, OH
About This Vendor
Your Event in Our Historic Venue
The Barn at Stratford offers you the unique experience of holding your special event in an authentic 1840s barn. Step back in time as your senses take in six acres of one of the earliest pioneer homesteads in Delaware County. Owned by the Delaware County Historical Society, The Barn at Stratford is perfect for your wedding or reception. When you hold your event in The Barn's rustic lower level, you'll find its elegant, relaxed and cozy atmosphere will charm your guests and leave them with lasting memories of your event. The beautiful grounds surrounding our wedding venue allow for outside weddings and receptions. The rustic interior of the historic barn gallery can host your ceremony and reception in year-round comfort. The Barn at Stratford is owned by the Delaware County Historical Society. Our professional event staff are organized, intuitive, and experienced. We customize each event for your budget, style, tradition and vision. Our venue offers you the unique experience of holding your wedding and/or reception in an authentic 1840s barn. Step back in time as your senses take in six acres of one of the earliest pioneer homesteads in Delaware County. The Barn at Stratford has been pivotal in the local community. It has represented business, innovation and now tells the tale of progress and history over the last 170+ years. Every photograph, smile, footstep & memory made here in our barn lives on as part of a legacy in the central Ohio history by supporting historical preservation and education. It is truly our honor to host your event in our historic venue.
Amenities + Details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Backyard, Barn, Beach, Waterfront, Estate, Historic Venue, Museum, Park, Tented, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Bar Rental, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
The Barn at Stratford Reviews
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We could not have selected a better venue to have our special day! All of our friends and family keep telling us it was the best, most fun wedding they’ve ever been too and I truly believe that’s because of the venue and the staff at the Barn. ...
The venue manager Melissa was absolutely phenomenal and she was the calm to my crazy. Melissa and her team were so accommodating to everything we needed. They kept things in order, if something was happening that was stressful for me—they took care of it for me, if things started going left—they steered it back to the right. I never had to worry about anything because they always had my back! The venue is beautiful, the ceremony was beautiful and the reception was beautiful. The whole day was so magical and I couldn’t have done it without Melissa and her team! 10/10 recommend this venue if you’re planning on having a mid-size wedding!
Melissa was great to work with, so was the crew the day of set up. They were all so helpful and organized. Melissa was able to help me with some recommendations i was struggling to find vendors for, and she also helped me by letting us use a ...
few things at the barn to decorate saving me money. She did everything she said she would the venue was perfect in every way. Highly recommend using them!
We just got married here and I can’t begin to explain how amazing Melissa and the staff at The Barn are. They made sure everything was what we wanted and made our day perfect. It is a beautiful venue. Every person at our wedding said how beauti...
ful it was. There is also an option to add on a tour of the Meeker House during your cocktail hour which our guests loved!
Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2021
Thank you <3
We really enjoyed getting to know you through the Ceremony Workshop. Being part of your memories on this monumental day is our highest honor.
Don't forget to come back for an anniversary picnic and family photos in the future!
Wedding planning is supposed to stressful? Not at The Barn at Stratford. From the moment we walked in, we knew this was the place for our daughter's reception. Close to the church, its a short scenic drive up 315 from Liberty Presbyterian Churc...
h for the ceremony. Easy directions for those out of town guests.
The space needs no additional decorating. Linens for the tables and repurposed aisle decor for the centerpieces and the room was ready. We loved the string lights, the rustic beams, the neutral colors and vintage decor on the shelves and windowsills.
And the outdoor space? The string lights in the cocktail hour space was so dreamy and romantic for dancing under the stars on a perfect late spring evening. Many thanks to the cicadas who waiting until the following week to emerge. :) The grounds are beautiful, plenty of parking, easy access to all the spaces for any of our mobility challenged guests too.
And the staff? Well now, that's the best part! A fully staffed, well seasoned crew of positive, upbeat and helpful people surround you your entire event, from planning to completion. We were in need of suggestions for caterers after booking the venues and the comprehensive booking packet from Melissa at Stratford helped us find the perfect caterer for us.
We were able to bring in our own alcohol which saved a TON of money. We used the bartenders through our caterer but The Barn at Stratfod has bartenders to use too. That was a load off our minds as well.
I can't say enough good things about this venue. You won't be disappointed. They're worth the time to check them out! I bet you fall in love too.
Response from the Vendor on 06/23/2021
Oh my goodness,
Thank you so much!
We really enjoyed working with you and creating a special space for you, but above that- knowing we have made new friends in the process is even better.
Don't forget to come back for the baby showers and ...
anniversary parties!
The pandemic didn’t allow for my partner and I to keep our original wedding date. Thankfully, Melissa at The Barn was super helpful as we adapted by moving our wedding date up by 40 days and holding a JUST US ceremony. She was instrumental in m...
aking our wedding day a day to remember. From helping with decorations to working with vendors, all while keeping things safe and sanitary, she was amazing. Our pictures on the property at The Barn turned our magical and it was all better than we could have imagined. Thank you, Melissa!
Response from the Vendor on 05/11/2020
Christina & Christopher,
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was an honor to celebrate with you. Seeing your friends and family rally to support you and celebrate your marriage in the midst of new obstacles was a beautiful thing. Y...
ou have a strong foundation!
My husband and I found this venue and knew it was just what our daughter had been wanting for her very small wedding. When we showed it to her, she loved it and decided to increase her guest list because it was so nice and so roomy. Melissa was...
our event planner, and she and all of the helpers went above and beyond to accommodate every detail that my daughter or I wanted, and even suggested things we didn't know to ask for. Can't say enough good things. Loved the experience of planning with them, and the wedding went very smoothly and was stress-free, thanks to these kind folks.
Response from the Vendor on 12/09/2019
Kerry thank you for your kinds words. We were thrilled to be a party of Jillian's special day. The entire event was gorgeous! We are so glad to hear that you had a great experience here at The Barn at Stratford.
My husbend and I stumbled across The Barn at Stratford right here on The Knot and we are so thankful we did. It was exactly what we were looking for. Rustic yet elegant and had everything we needed. We booked about a year out from our wedding a...
nd spent the last month planning lay out and details to make everything worked. I loved that they have some decor already up, so we really only had to worry about the tables. We used the Bridal suite to get ready and thee was plenty of room for hair-dresser, makeup artist, bride, 4 bridesmaids, two mothers, and two flower girls. The use of the whole space was really exciting, pictures all around the grounds and opening the Meeker Museum during our cocktail hour was a hit! It was all fantastic and Sara and Melissa really took care of us!
Response from the Vendor on 10/04/2019
Alyssa,
Thank you so much for writing this review. We truly enjoyed working with you and Drew on your wedding day. It was classy from start to finish! Melissa and I wish you many years of wedded bliss!
Sincerely,
Sara
The Barn at Stratford was truly our dream venue! It is a beautiful, rustic setting both inside and out and we can't say more great things about the staff and how our big day turned out!
When we first booked the venue with worked with Connie an...
d we were sold! She was so professional and knowledgeable. A few months prior to our wedding Connie retired and we were a little nervous since we felt so comfortable with her.
We didn't need to be! The transition from Connie to Melissa and Sara was seamless! Both of them contacted us directly to introduce themselves and Melissa made sure she scheduled a time to meet with us so we could get to know her and feel confident that we would get all things Connie had discussed with us when we booked.
Melissa worked with us so that we could have access to the venue on Friday since our baker was traveling 3+ hours and even helped us find the song we wanted to walk down the aisle to on iTunes! She picked flowers from the grounds and left those and such a kind note to us in the bridal suite (which was such an amazing, comfortable place to get ready!) It was those little touches that made The Barn at Stratford more than just a lovely place to get married and elevated it to a place where we felt like we were much more than just a "customer" and instead felt truly special and cared for by the staff!
Our event went perfectly! Melissa coordinated with our photographer, DJ, and catering companies to make sure everyone was on the same page so that our day went off without a hitch.
We cannot speak more highly of the professionalism of the staff at The Barn at Stratford! And the beauty of the grounds and venue speak for themselves!
Much thanks to Melissa, Sara and the other staff who worked to make our wedding day so amazing!
Jennifer & Kristyn Piper
Response from the Vendor on 09/25/2019
Jennifer thank you for your kind words! We all enjoyed working with you and Kristyn on your wedding celebration! We loved all the unique and personal touches (like your family’s favorite cupcakes and candy bar) that helped make the day extra sp...
ecial. We were thrilled that the weather held out and you were able to get married outside on a beautiful September day. Best wishes on a long happy life together ❤️❤️
Sara and Melissa
We were looking for a venue where we could make have a less formal wedding and of a party feel...The Barn was the perfect spot! This venue is certainly a hidden gem in Delaware County! Connie was fabulous as well as the rest of the staff that...
helped us out on our special day! I highly recommend if you are looking for an inexpensive, beautiful all-in-one venue! The Willow tree was the perfect spot for a ceremony too!!!
Response from the Vendor on 09/25/2019
Blythe, your wedding was one of the first ones I helped with at The Barn! The centerpieces are still one of my favorites 😉 I’m so glad you enjoyed your experience with everyone here! Best wishes to you and your family. Hope all is well ❤️
The Barn was an exceptional venue for our wedding. It has a cozy rustic feel and was absolutely perfect for us. A very positive experience and I would highly recommend.
The barn is the perfect place to have your wedding! They make you feel like family, help with whatever you could need. Connie and staff are with you every step of the way!
The Barn is amazing! It is beautiful and doesn't need much decorations. Connie and her team worked to make our day perfect. It rained the morning of our wedding and they came up with a Plan B for the ceremony in case we needed to move it inside...
. Luckily we did not! They helped with the ceremony by telling everyone when to walk and even held my train on my dress until it was my time to walk. The night turned out perfect beyond words and I cannot thank the Barn more for that.
The Barn was fantastic! Beautifully decorated by the staff were amazing. I would recommend the Barn At Stratford to anyone. The historic venue was perfect in every way.
I cannot say enough about this venue. Connie and our staff put in so much effort to make everything look great and help out on our wedding day. The catering vendor suggestions on her website helped us find our caterer for the big day and we cou...
ld rent linens through her as well. Everyone that attended the wedding said what a beautiful venue it is and several people said that they would keep it in mind for their kids as well.
We originally had a different venue but due to poor management we had to switch venues a month before our planned date. We found the Barn at Stratford and they had the date open. Connie was there every step of the way, when ever we had question...
s or concerns at any time she was able to respond promptly and professionally. Working with the staff at The Barn at Stratford was a relief compared to the other disaster of a venue. The options at the Barn at Stratford were endless; they gave us many options to stay within our budget and still maintain a great day. The venue looked amazing both inside and out. The outside area had plenty of parking for all of our guests. It had a large area for photos including a gazebo. On the same property is an old homestead that is used to give docent tours, which gave the staff time to set up for the post wedding reception. Inside of the venue is a unique flair. It is rustic yet elegant and the lighting really made the event feel charming. The vendors we hired commented on how easy it was to work with the staff. The price was below what the overall value of what was offered. The staff at The Barn at Stratford made the event an amazing lifetime memory.
It was absolutely perfect. It was so beautiful and we had plenty of space for everyone. It was just beyond perfect!
Contact Info for The Barn at Stratford
2690 Stratford Road, Delaware, OH
Meet the Team
Melissa Stroupe
Director of Sales
With years of experience planning events and special occasions of all kinds, you can rest assured that my intuition, organization, expertise and ability to navigate the unexpected will bring you peace of mind on your wedding day. I enjoy meeting new clients and trusted with the opportunity to share our unique venue by inviting you to be part of our mission in historical preservation and education. There's no greater privilege than supporting our community’s past and future by celebrating your present historic moments in The Barn at Stratford. It's my honor to help make your event a success.
The Barn at Stratford