The Farmhouse at River Cottage

Trinity Hill Road, Axminster, EX13 8TB
Axminster

About this space

Perfect for hosting meetings, intimate lunch/dinner functions, private parties or weddings, the 17th century Farmhouse is a charming setting for all this and more. The location is close to the idyllic walled garden and courtyard, both spaces are ideal for mingling and enjoying a pre-event drink. Up to 18 people can be seated in the dining room. Accommodation can be provided for up to six guests in the stylish bedrooms. The venue radiates a whimsical atmosphere in the summer months, whereas winter imbues it with a dramatic flair. No matter the season, it remains a beloved event venue that rightfully deserves the praise bestowed upon it by all who celebrate within its confines.


Event offers and packages

Wedding Offers

£1350 hire fee
The iconic traditional Devon farmhouse is yours for the day and can accommodate up to 20 guests for the legal ceremony and celebratory meal afterwards. The day begins with a short tractor and trailer ride down to the farmhouse itself where the ceremony can take place indoors, or out in the adjacent walled garden in the warmer months. Guests are welcome to wander the gardens and smallholding at their leisure, and as well as having your own personal chef in the kitchen, your host will be on hand to make sure your glasses are topped up!
Intimate wedding package
£61 per person
-2 Canapés
-Two courses: Starter and main course OR main course and pudding
-Coffe
-Petit fours: Chocolate chip cookies Beetroot marshmallow

During the planning of your wedding, you will meet with one of our chefs and design your menu together!

Pricing per person:
-Canapés
2 canapés £6.00
3 canapés £8.00
4 canapés £10.00
-Two courses Starter and main course OR main course and pudding £55.00
-Three courses Starter, main course and pudding £65.00
-Afternoon Tea: 1 large scone with clotted cream and jam, three-finger sandwiches and a slice of cake £10.00
-The River Cottage Wedding Cake: A naked sponge with truffles, fresh fruit and edible flowers from the kitchen garden £4.00
-Serving of Wedding Cake: With accompaniments such as fruit and cream £5.00
-Local cheese course A selection of three local kinds of cheese £7.00
-Evening snacks: for example, wood-fired pizzas or Moroccan-spiced lamb in a pitta with salad £6.00

Minimum spend of 10 adults.

Children’s Meals
Children are more than welcome at River Cottage. Meals are priced by age. We can cook a special kids’ menu or provide a smaller version of the adults’ meal from £13.75 (price per guest)

Prices

Monday
9:30 – 0:00
from £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1350 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1350 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1350 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1350 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1550 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1600 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
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 £80 per person
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1550 hire fee
Per session
9:30 – 17:30
from £80 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing depends on the season of the year.

Capacity

Standing
up to 25
Dining
up to 18

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

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

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Disabled access toilets
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Only biodegradable confetti allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

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.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from £2175
hire fee / per session

Location