The Garden Pods at Frasers

Event Venue
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Private space
Barham's Mill Road, Barhams Mill Road, Ashford, TN27
Egerton, Ashford

About this space

Our Garden Pods is a refreshing alternative to traditional venues – perfect for team away days, networking events, informal meetings, and summer celebrations.

Each pod features large, built-in wooden tables with integrated ice buckets and covered seating to ensure comfort in all weather conditions.

The area is anchored by our striking converted shipping container bar, fully stocked and staffed to serve craft cocktails, local wines, and premium soft drinks.

Key Features:
-Covered timber pods with built-in seating and ice buckets
-On-site container bar with full service and rustic charm
-Ideal setting for BBQs, live paella cooking, or grazing tables
-Accommodates up to 50 guests across multiple pods
-Ambient string lighting for day-to-evening events
-Optional catering by our award-winning, farm-to-fork kitchen
-Superfast broadband and ample on-site parking
-Located just over an hour from London

You can extend your event with access to luxury on-site accommodation, indoor meeting barns, and team-building experiences ranging from cocktail masterclasses to countryside adventures.


Prices

Monday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Tuesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Wednesday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Thursday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Friday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Saturday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Sunday
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per hour
6:00 – 6:00
from £120 hire fee per hour
Per day
6:00 – 6:00
from £840 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
These price are only applicable for Corporate events, Please contact us for more information and pricing for weddings.

Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 10

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 23:30
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation is available on-site
Free parking is available on-site (100 spaces)
Wi-Fi available
Projector
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Space has noise restriction after 20:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (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.


About Frasers

An award-winning eco country estate offering an idyllic ‘away from it all’ experience. Frasers is the perfect setting for corporate events, business meetings, executive briefings, planning workshops and team awaydays, only one hour from London by train or car.

Our experienced team will bring your event to life, whether a VIP client meeting, a company away day, team building weekend, launch party, evening entertainment, company retreat or a staff celebration. Nothing is too big or too small. All events are bespokely organised to your companies requirements.

With several converted farm buildings, a restaurant, two outside terraces, a marquee, ample parking and 300-acres of land, our eco-estate is extremely flexible and can adapt to fit any requirement. Frasers can be hired on an exclusive basis or a single area booked for a private event. And, if you can’t come to us, we can bring Frasers award-winning hospitality and party planning expertise to you via our outside catering and external events team.

Furthermore, you will be minimising the environmental impact of your activities when choosing Frasers for your next corporate event. By generating our own energy, growing much of the food served onsite and ensuring all our produce is traceable, local and sustainably-sourced to limit food miles, Frasers provides a ‘guilt-free’ experience.


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