Great Barn of Wanborough

02/04/2022

🌼🌿🌺Spring Clean- ✅🧹🧹
Cobwebs truly blown away.
Thank you to the many helpers from the community today. We could not do this without you.
First Open Day 23rd of April-Ready!🙌🏻

29/03/2022

Another brilliant night.
Thank you to everyone who attended and working towards what will be an excellent community celebration for the Queens Platinum Jubilee at the Great Barn.
🤗

.horsburgh

22/03/2022

Spring Clean time. 🌼🌿🌺
It won’t be long now until we reopen our doors to the public, showing off our wonderful Barn.
Would you like to help us get ready?
Then why not come along to our community Spring clean 🧹on Saturday 2nd of April from 10:00am.
Light refreshments will be provided. 🫖☕️🍪

11/03/2022

This week we are celebrating the women who trained for the SOE here in Wanborough Today the spot light on:
Yvonne Cormeau, born Beatrice Yvonne Biesterfeld (18 December 1909 – 25 December 1997), code name Annette, was an agent of the United Kingdom's clandestine organization, the Special Operations Executive (SOE), in World War II. She was the wireless operator for the Wheelwright network led by George Starr in southwestern France from August 1943 until the liberation of France from N**i German occupation in September 1944. The purpose of SOE was to conduct espionage, sabotage, and reconnaissance in occupied Europe against the Axis powers. SOE agents allied themselves with French Resistance groups and supplied them with weapons and equipment parachuted in from England.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yvonne_Cormeau

10/03/2022

We are celebrating all of the SOE women that trained here in Wanborough. Today a spotlight on: Diana Rowden
Her training report described her as "not very agile", but with "plenty of courage", and "physically quite fit". One of her best subjects was fieldcraft, in which she "did some excellent stalks". She was "a very good shot, not at all gun-shy. Gr***de throwing, very good".[8] Her instructor found her "very conscientious" and "a pleasant student to instruct". Her commandant's report described her as a "strange mixture. Very intelligent in many ways but very slow in learning any new subject". She had trouble with technical details and her signalling was described as a grief to herself and others, not worth while persevering with as it only discourages her. She hates being beaten by any subject, so must have got through a lot of hate down here."[8] He concluded, "I think she has enjoyed the course and could be useful.

Learn more at
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Rowden

09/03/2022

We are celebrating all of the women who trained here in Wanborough as part of the SOE. A spotlight today on: Éliane Sophie Plewman
In mid-February 1943, Plewman joined the Special Operations Executive (SOE) and was accepted on 25 February 1943 for training to serve as an "agent in the field". Plewman signed the Official Secrets Act on 29 March 1943 and a second time on 19 April 1943 (this time as second lieutenant Auxiliary Territorial Service) and commenced training at Wanborough Manor at the start of May 1943.[6][3] Despite her sylph-like figure and tiny frame – she was just over five feet tall – Plewman took the same training course near Inverness as the men did, showing fierce determination in every exercise.[7] She learnt weapons handling, hand-to-hand combat, techniques for sabotage, clandestine survival, security, orientation, radio communications.[7] Plewman also learnt how to kill with – or without – a weapon, how to handle explosives and detonators, sabotage railway lines, blow up trains, take on a new identity, improvise answers to any question, invent a plausible past and cover story, including a likely occupation, without ever giving herself away or contradicting herself.[7] It was with flying colours that Plewman passed the psychological tests set for future agents by the various officers in charge of evaluating candidates, tests which assessed their determination and mental fortitude.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliane_Plewman

08/03/2022

Happy International Woman’s Day.

We are celebrating all the amazing women who trained here in Wanborough as part of the SOE. A spotlight on one:
Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan, GC (1 January 1914 – 13 September 1944), also known as Nora Inayat-Khan and Nora Baker, was a British resistance agent in France in World War II who served in the Special Operations Executive (SOE).[1] The purpose of SOE was to conduct espionage, sabotage, and reconnaissance in countries occupied by the Axis powers, especially those occupied by N**i Germany. SOE agents allied themselves with resistance groups and supplied them with weapons and equipment parachuted in from England.
An amazing heroic lady.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noor_Inayat_Khan

04/03/2022

We love meeting suppliers, Forget me not hire visiting today wanting to understand our venue for their clients.🙌🏻

01/03/2022

We are so excited to be hosting The Queens platinum jubilee at The Barn in collaboration with , and Wanborough Parish council. on June 5th for our wonderful community. Planning started in full force tonight. Thank you to everyone who turned up to discuss ideas and pledge support, and those of you that couldn’t make it but also pledged support. We are looking forward to a truly amazing celebration.
👸🏼🥳

14/01/2022

Beautiful morning here at the Barn. Albeit a bit cold. 🥶We are looking forward to welcoming suppliers today preparing for weddings at the Barn later in the year. 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼
Exciting times.

31/12/2021

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year.

11/11/2021

St Bartholomews Church
Ensuring we don’t forget. getting the Wanborough community involved in planting a cross for all those that gave there lives from our Parish. 65 crosses❤️ Thank you.

05/11/2021

Might take a long time to clear the leaves.
But who cares, sun is out.

24/09/2021

So pleased to have been invited to Surrey Story, one place one story.
Great to talk, network and collaborate with people from the county as passionate as we are about Surrey. Looking forward to what comes next.





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19/09/2021

Happy Sunday, What a fantastic Day yesterday. We think this visitor has summed it up perfectly.

“We have just had an excellent couple of hours visiting your heritage event. The displays were first class. Including so much history and giving both the local and national context was tremendously interesting. Thank you to all your team who were welcoming and helpful at all times. The cafe was very good and the church displays were beautiful”
Penny Rushton

Looking forward to welcoming more visitors today 10-5.

18/09/2021

Come and see us this weekend your last chance this year.
We have Exciting new content from the Learning network about SOE
And lots lots more. 🧁🍰
-venues

17/09/2021

Guildford's Heritage Visit Guildford

Looking forward to welcoming visitors this weekend - 18th & 19th September 10am-5pm. The last opportunity this year to visit the 630 year old Barn.
This weekend we have exciting talks on some of the agents who trained for the SOE at Wanborough Manor.
Saturday 11:00am -Ensign Elaine Plewman: heroine, but human
Saturday 2:30pm -The Newton Brothers: from cabaret artists to avenging agents
Sunday 11:00 Captain Willie Grover-Williams: Grand Prix winner and secret(?) agent
Sunday 2:30 Captain Paul Tessier: from Wanborough to escape from the gestation in Paris.
Tours of the Hamlet are back on, including a visit to the smallest church in Surrey.
We would recommend finishing with a fantastic visit to our Heritage Café located at the village hall. 👍🏻

13/09/2021

Looking forward to welcoming visitors this weekend - 18th & 19th September 10am-5pm. The last opportunity this year to visit the 630 year old Barn.
This weekend we have exciting talks on some of the agents who trained for the SOE at Wanborough Manor.
Saturday 11:00am -Ensign Elaine Plewman: heroine, but human
Saturday 2:30pm -The Newton Brothers: from cabaret artists to avenging agents
Sunday 11:00 Captain Willie Grover-Williams: Grand Prix winner and secret(?) agent
Sunday 2:30 Captain Paul Tessier: from Wanborough to escape from the gestation in Paris.
Tours of the Hamlet are back on, including a visit to the smallest church in Surrey.
We would recommend finishing with a fantastic visit to our Heritage Café located at the village hall. 👍🏻

11/09/2021

Our winners are…find out all the info on our lovely winners and . check out the full article.

https://www.guildford-dragon.com/2021/09/04/local-woman-wins-wanborough-great-barn-wedding-venue-competition/

23/08/2021

Over the weekend fbeaumontx contacted us to make us aware that after deliberation her and her fiancé very much want to stick to there pre covid wedding plans, to get married abroad. wanted someone else to have the prize. We are wishing family fbeaumontx the happiest of lives, and Best wishes for a beautiful wedding experience.
Look forward to seeing some pics.

So back at headquarters We redrew and our new lucky winner is 🥳
Shanieelliottt9 loves the Barn she grew up locally so the perfect venue for her. Keep posted on her story and Look out for all the detail about our new winner on Guildford Dragon News.

17/08/2021

Wow, tomorrow we will discover the winner of this fantastic prize.
In the spirit of celebrating weddings I’d love to hear your favourite wedding tales or top tips for couples preparing for there big event.
Good luck everyone, Have the best day.

16/08/2021

Nearly there!

15/08/2021

Only 3 days left. 😳 share, tag let people know about this brilliant prize.



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14/08/2021

Wishing Bryony and Matt the very best Day.
From all of us at the Barn. 🎉🎉🎉

14/08/2021

We are so excited to be offering this prize along with and . Now only 4 more days to go before we announce our winners.

13/08/2021

Wedding frenzy at the Barn today. 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼.

09/08/2021

Thank you to our Visitors and volunteers that made our Open Day such a success and so enjoyable yesterday. Our car park was full for most part of the 3 hours we were open. Guests loved the rich history of our wonderful Barn and Village. Thank you to Team Tea room and our lovely stewards. 👍🏻

08/08/2021

We are OPEN looking forward to seeing you.

03/08/2021

Have you missed us? Come and enjoy our pop up Tea room this Sunday. A unique setting to enjoy a break and one of our lovely homemade cakes. Can’t wait to see you.

28/07/2021

We are so excited🤗🤗🤗
Master Colourist of Guildford, And Jacks of London in Guildford both want to party at the Great Barn.
They have teamed Up to offer our winning Couple -Hair!

They have it covered, from Bridal Hair on the day, to Male grooming and Hair for the sharpest look. Worth £110. This cannot be exchanged for any other prize. This Prize can be Redeemed on Tuesday-Saturday.
To be redeemed at Guildford only

To enter:
Head to Instagram
Follow us
Tag 3 people and comment “I want to celebrate my Wedding at the Great Barn.”

For full T&C’s on our website-
www.wanboroughgreatbarn.com

Good luck🤞🏻

23/07/2021

Check us out! featured in the Guildford Dragon.

20/07/2021

We are so pleased to have full-scale weddings back, we are celebrating by giving away our Great Barn Wedding Venue completely free for one lucky couple to use for their wedding reception.

The Prize:.
1) A beautiful wedding reception venue for up to 120 people. For you to organise and bring in your own catering, entertainment and decoration, personalising our venue to your theme.
2) A set up day, an event day and a clear down day.
3) Use of the 630 year old Great Barn of Wanborough, Granary, car park and, the the Village Hall
Event to take place between April 1st and September 30th 2022 (With some dates excluded), total prize worth £2,500.
To Enter:
• Simply follow us on Instagram
• Tag 3 people and comment “I want to celebrate my wedding at The Great Barn”.

You must be 18+.
1 entry per person
No purchase required.
The competition will close midnight on August 17th.
The winner will be selected at random by the Promoter.
The winner will be contacted by direct message and announced on our Stories

Full T&C’s on our website - www.wanboroughgreatbarn.com
Promoter - Wanborough Barns Management Committee.

Good Luck 👍🏻

19/07/2021

Teas and cakes at our next open day - 8 August 2-5pm.
Go on - spoil yourself!

12/07/2021

Wonderful to spend the morning with Hannah. Refreshing to meet someone so happy to freely share the benefit of her experience. 🙌🏻