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Kennet Room at Donnington Grove

Event Space in a Hotel
·
Private space
Grove Road, Newbury, RG14 2LA –
Shaw cum Donnington
Up to 80
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Kennet Room is a bright, spacious room that works well for weddings, private dining, meetings, and celebrations.

It holds up to 30 guests in a boardroom layout, 40 cabaret, or 50 for a private dinner or wedding reception. AV equipment is in place and the layout can be arranged to suit the occasion.

The room has character and feels comfortable without being overdone, which makes it a good fit for both social and professional events.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in the Kennet Room with Prosecco, a three-course dinner and dancing until midnight; £70pp Wed–Thu, £85pp Fri–Sat.

Joiner Party Nights – Kennet Room
£70 per person

Venue / Event Offer
• Glass of Prosecco on arrival
• Christmas crackers
• Dancing until midnight

Menu
STARTER
1. Winter vegetable soup with crusty bread roll
2. Ham hock and cranberry terrine with spiced apple chutney

MAIN COURSE
1. Roast turkey with sage and onion stuffing, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and turkey gravy
2. Spinach, Brie and mushroom Wellington with roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables

DESSERT
1. Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
2. Chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream and vanilla cream

DRINKS
1. Tea and coffee
2. Mini mince pies

Prices

Monday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 0:00
from £125 hire fee per hour
Per session
7:00 – 17:00
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 80
  • Dining
    up to 50
  • Theatre
    up to 80
  • Boardroom
    up to 30
  • Cabaret
    up to 40
  • U-Shaped
    up to 26
  • Classroom
    up to 30

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Free on-street parking
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • Space has noise restriction after 00:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

General
- The booker is responsible for the behaviour of all guests and any external suppliers.
- Any damage to the property, furnishings or grounds will be charged accordingly.
- We reserve the right to refuse service or end an event if behaviour is deemed unsafe or inappropriate.

Timing & Music
- All events must finish by the agreed time stated in the booking confirmation.
- Music volume must comply with local noise regulations; amplified music may be restricted after a certain time (typically 11pm unless agreed otherwise).
- Outdoor music is subject to prior approval.

Smoking & Substances
- No smoking or vaping inside the building. Designated outdoor smoking areas must be used.
- Illegal substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Alcohol
- No external alcohol is permitted unless agreed in advance (corkage may apply).
- Alcohol service is subject to licensing laws and management discretion.

Decorations & Setup
- No confetti other than biodegradable types.
- No nails, screws, or fixtures to be used on walls or furniture.
- Candles must be enclosed or approved by the venue in advance.

Health & Safety
- Fire exits must remain clear at all times.
- No use of smoke machines, fireworks, or pyrotechnics without prior written approval.
- Children must be supervised at all times, particularly around lakes and outdoor areas.

Capacity & Use of Space
- Guests must not exceed the agreed capacity of the booked space.
- Access is limited to agreed areas only unless otherwise arranged.

Suppliers
- All external suppliers must be approved in advance and hold appropriate insurance.

Parking & Grounds
- Vehicles are parked at the owner’s risk.
- Guests are asked to respect the grounds, wildlife, and neighbouring properties.

Accommodation (if applicable)
- Guests staying overnight must adhere to check-in/check-out times.
- Quiet hours apply in residential areas of the hotel.

About Donnington Grove

Donnington Grove is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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Meet your host

Gemma Hill
Member of Tagvenue since October 2025
4h Response time
100% Response rate

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