The Barn at River Cottage

About this space

River Cottage has made a name for itself in creating unforgettable events. The dedicated team embodies professionalism and creativity, happily assisting you in planning and coordinating your special day, ensuring that it is a stress-free experience. Whether you are planning a family or business event you can be sure that River Cottage will deliver a unique experience.

The Barn exudes a timeless charm and is ideal for hosting up to 120. You and your guests can enjoy the unique ambiance and rustic decorations, ensuring a warm atmosphere that will be conducive to mingling and celebration. Licensed for ceremonies, say your vows with the stunning countryside as your backdrop. With over 65 acres of marvelous scenery to explore, photographic inspiration should not be hard to come by. Create a bespoke menu in cooperation with the venue’s talented chefs, taking advantage of the locally sourced ingredients to create a meal that will delight all. Accommodation for six can be arranged in the beautiful farmhouse.

Event offers and packages

Let us take the stress out of the planning, preparations and running of your special event. Talk to our team to discuss your ideas and we can help you with a team bonding bespoke course for colleagues, a festive feast for family and friends or a big work Christmas party. Or a combination of all 3! We can personally recommend a corporate celebration here at HQ as it is where we throw our own brilliant staff event every year.

Christmas Dining

£80 per person

For this ultimate River Cottage dining experience your party will enjoy:

-A seasonal aperitif and canapés on arrival
-A delicious 3-course meal lunch or 5-course meal dinner made using the freshest seasonal, local ingredients
-Paired drinks matched to each course
-Coffee and petit four

Lunchtime events take place from midday until 3.00 pm and are priced at £80.00pp.
Evening dining events take place from 7.00 pm until approximately 11.00 pm and are priced at £125.00pp.

We are incredibly proud of our stunning rural location and the immediate positive effect it has on our guests. We have created a location that inspires and educates, a space that can support your professional working needs, encourage productivity and adapt to suit your team.

Our event coordinator will work closely with you before the event to meet your bespoke requirements and your host for the day will ensure you have everything you need for a productive, enjoyable experience.

Threshing Barn

£40 per person

Included in the price:
• Use of the Barn for the day
• One-course seasonal lunch
• Wifi, flipchart, screen and projector
• River Cottage host
• Tea/coffee/water/snacks replenished
throughout the day
• Free parking

Pricing depends on the number of participants:
19-30 £85pp
31–40 £60pp
41-50 £50pp
51-60 £40pp

Prices

Monday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £2175

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Tuesday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £2175

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Wednesday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £2175

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Thursday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £3075

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Friday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £3975

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Saturday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £4425

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Sunday

9:30 – 0:00

from £55 per person

Per session

12:00 – 0:00

from £3075

Per session

9:30 – 15:00

from £55

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £80

Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Capacity

Standing

up to 120

Dining

up to 70

Theatre

up to 100

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Free parking is available on-site

Marquee Available

Overnight Accommodation

Changing Room for Guests

Air conditioning

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

Only biodegradable confetti allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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About River Cottage

Exclusively yours on your special day, the River Cottage allows you to relax in privacy, surrounded by the pastoral English countryside. The picturesque backdrop is perfect for a leisurely stroll and for capturing lasting memories with your chosen photographer. Two onsite locations are available for your unique reception. The Barn is an impressive, flexible space that can host up to 120 guests, depending on the reception style you have in mind. For parties with a guestlist of over 100, a marquee can be hired and erected in the verdant fields. A further 30 guests can be accommodated under a marquee located just outside the threshing barn.