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We are a family owned and operated venue that was meticulously drafted, and designed to host the perfect fairytale wedding. 

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Locating a fairytale wedding venue in Kansas City can make wedding dreams come true. Most brides have been dreaming of their wedding since childhood – we all remember Cinderella with her royal carriage, beautiful dress and the romantic setting of the castle. If you’re looking to be treated like royalty on your special day, complete […]

Fairytale Wedding Venue in Kansas City

Planning Tips

July 9, 2024

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Are you recently engaged or ready to begin wedding planning? The English Barn offers expert wedding planning and venue rental services at our family-owned and operated venue, The English Barn, located just south of Overland Park, in Louisburg, KS.  As both a planner and designer, The English Barn can coordinate both your wedding day and […]

Wedding Planning with The English Barn

Planning Tips

June 25, 2024

The English Barn near Overland Park, KS offers Wedding Venue Tours and a romantic wedding experience for couples in the Kansas City area. Nestled in Louisburg, KS, our venue offers many settings for the ceremony and reception.  Whether you are looking for classic, modern, or boho style, The English Barn planners design a refined statement […]

Wedding Venue Tours in Overland Park, KS at The English Barn

Planning Tips

June 11, 2024

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The average wedding in 2020 cost about $19,000.00. While that’s about $10,000 less than the average couple spent in 2019, it’s still a hefty chunk of change. If you’re looking for ways to save on your big day, check out these ideas that could protect your bottom line without sacrificing…

Tips for Saving Money on Your KC Wedding

Planning Tips

June 18, 2022

Thank goodness for the wonderful ladies who stand by your side on your wedding day! Where would we be without our bridesmaids? Whether friends or family (or friends who have basically become family), these ladies have stood by our side for so much longer than just one big day!

Ways to Include Your Bridesmaids

Planning Tips

March 16, 2022

Your friends are getting married, which means it’s time to plan their wedding shower! Slightly different from a bridal shower, a wedding shower is for both partners, and friends and family from both sides are invited. Wedding showers are so much fun, but certainly can require a lot of hard…

Planning Your Kansas City Wedding Shower

Planning Tips

March 5, 2022