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Christmas Party offer

The Grand Marquee at Frasers

Event Space in a Country House
·
Private space
Barham's Mill Road, Barhams Mill Road, Ashford, TN27 –
Egerton, Ashford
Up to 120
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Grand Marquee is an Event Space in Frasers and is a marquee-style room defined by an adaptable open plan.

Design: The space has a white fabric-draped ceiling, neutral linens and Chiavari chairs, a wooden parquet floor and suspended greenery with simple pendant lighting, producing an informal country-house look. Large clear side panels allow daylight and outside views.

Features: The room is supplied with tables, Chiavari chairs and white table linens and supports flexible layouts for seated or standing arrangements. The space includes a wooden parquet floor suitable for a dance area, Wi‑Fi, wheelchair access and accessible toilets, and room for a catering station or service table.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social seated dinner or a standing reception in a bright, informal marquee setting.

What sets it apart: A full-height feature wall of stacked cut logs runs along one side of the room, providing a distinctive rustic focal.

What guests say: The space is presented with careful attention to table dressing and floral detail. The room demonstrates polished presentation and consistent cleanliness.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in The Grand Marquee with countryside views and a three-course festive menu featuring local produce.

Sample Festive Menu – The Grand Marquee
£55 per person

VENUE / EVENT OFFER
• Three-course festive menu

MENU

STARTERS
1. Ham hock and Ashmore Cheddar croquettes
2. Game terrine
3. Spiced parsnip soup
4. Frasers signature prawn cocktail

MAINS
1. Roast Kelly Bronze turkey
2. Slow-roasted belly of Egerton pork
3. Stout braised featherblade of Kentish beef

DESSERTS
1. Frasers award winning Christmas pudding
2. Canterbury apple tart
3. Sticky toffee pudding
4. Praline semi-freido
5. Chocolate trifle torte
6. Kentish cheeseboard

Prices

Monday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Friday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £150 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £1050 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200
  • Dining
    up to 120
  • Theatre
    up to 120
  • Boardroom
    up to 50
  • U-Shaped
    up to 60
  • Classroom
    up to 120

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Whiteboard
  • Flipchart
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Free parking is available on-site (100 spaces)
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: PA system / speakers
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner

Music & sound equipment

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

-All guests are expected to behave respectfully towards staff, other guests, and the venue property at all times.

-The organiser is responsible for ensuring that all attendees are aware of and comply with these rules.

-The Garden Pods and outdoor areas must be used responsibly; no furniture or fixtures may be moved without prior approval.

-Built-in ice buckets are to be used for drinks only – please do not dispose of food, waste, or other materials in them.

-BBQs, paella stations, or other live cooking setups must be arranged and approved in advance through our team.

-The shipping container bar is operated by Frasers staff only. External alcohol or bar services are not permitted unless by prior written agreement.

-Alcohol service will end at the agreed time and is subject to licensing laws.

-We operate a strict Challenge 25 policy – ID may be required.

-All catering must be provided by Frasers or approved partners unless otherwise agreed in writing.

-Food allergies and dietary requirements must be communicated a minimum of 7 days before the event.

-Music volume must be kept at a respectful level, particularly in the evenings, in line with our rural setting and licensing conditions.

-Live entertainment and amplified sound must end by 10:30 PM unless otherwise agreed.

-As part of our sustainability commitment, we encourage minimal use of single-use plastics.

-Waste should be disposed of in the appropriate recycling and refuse bins provided.

-Any damage to property, fixtures, or grounds will be chargeable to the event organiser.

-Frasers accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal belongings during your event.

-Free on-site parking is available. Guests are responsible for their own vehicles and belongings.

-All vehicles must be parked in designated areas; no driving or parking on the grass unless authorised.

-Check-in and check-out times must be respected unless pre-arranged.

FAQ

The decorations on the marquee ceiling are included. All other decorations must be provided by the hirer or a florist.

No. Tables and chairs are included in the venue hire fee, along with staff, crockery, cutlery and glassware.

Yes, the venue has a large garden and terrace, as well as a large oak-framed barn and marquee.

Yes, the venue can provide details of local DJs it has used in the past, who can be booked directly.

About Frasers

Frasers is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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Meet your host

Lisa Fraser
Member of Tagvenue since April 2025
1 Review
5 Rating
2h Response time
94% Response rate

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