Whole Venue Hire at The Dun Cow

Pub
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Whole venue
West End, Banbury, OX15 6DA
Hornton

About this space

The Dun Cow is a countryside pub available for private hire, group bookings, and relaxed events. It works particularly well for people who want something warmer and more atmospheric: a proper pub with a welcoming bar, cosy indoor areas, a games room, beer garden, pergola, and plenty of countryside character.

Whole venue hire gives guests the feeling of having a village pub to themselves. It is ideal for birthdays, wakes, engagement drinks, baby showers, family gatherings, society nights, club meetings, private suppers, small receptions, work socials, and community events. Guests can move naturally between the bar, indoor seating, games room, and outdoor garden space, which makes the event feel less formal and like a genuine gathering.

The venue is especially suitable for events where people want to talk, eat, drink, and relax without the formality of a hotel or hired hall.

Best for: private parties, wakes, birthdays, baby showers, engagement drinks, micro-wedding receptions, group dining, club nights, society meetings, work socials, and relaxed countryside events.


Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
18:00 – 23:00
from £75 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £75 + £400 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
13:00 – 23:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £150 + £900 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
13:00 – 23:00
from £300 + £1400 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
13:00 – 23:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £150 + £900 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
13:00 – 23:00
from £300 + £1400 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
13:00 – 23:00
from £300 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
13:00 – 23:00
from £300 + £1400 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Complimentary water
Complimentary tea and coffee
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00 (extension available)
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Free parking is available on-site (18 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

- Events at The Dun Cow must be agreed in advance, including timings, guest numbers, food, entertainment, decorations and use of indoor or outdoor areas. A deposit may be required, and agreed hire fees and minimum spend apply.

- The person making the booking is responsible for their guests and for any damage caused during the event. Guests must behave respectfully towards staff, neighbours and other customers. We reserve the right to refuse service or end an event early if behaviour becomes unsafe or disruptive.

- Alcohol must be purchased from The Dun Cow, and outside drinks are not permitted unless agreed in writing. Outside food is only allowed by prior agreement, such as celebration cakes or specific dietary requirements.

- Decorations, music and entertainment must be approved in advance. Glitter, confetti, candles, smoke machines and anything likely to cause damage, mess or fire risk may not be permitted. Amplified sound must be kept at a suitable level, especially in the evening and outdoors.

- Children must be supervised at all times. Dogs may be welcome by arrangement if well behaved. Outdoor areas, including the beer garden and pergola, are weather-dependent and may be subject to noise restrictions or earlier closing times.

- Guests must leave quietly and respectfully at the end of the event. Our aim is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable village pub setting while keeping the space safe, welcoming and considerate for everyone.

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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About The Dun Cow

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


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