Whole Venue Hire at The Dun Cow
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
Thursday private hire - £100;
Weekend private hire - £150–£250;
Whole day / larger event - £250–£500.
Negotiations based on numbers/extras.
We have a full bar.
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
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
About The Dun Cow
The Dun Cow is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
Other spaces and event packages at this venue
minimum spend / per evening