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The Stretch Tent & Tepee at Old Rectory House

Outdoor Space at a Country House
·
Private space
The Old Rectory, Ipsley Lane, Redditch, B98 0AP –
Redditch
Up to 50
seats
Up to 110
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Stretch Tent & Tepee is a private outdoor space at Old Rectory House that pairs a stretch canopy with a tepee to provide a sheltered, flexible outdoor event area.

Design: The area sits on a compacted gravel forecourt framed by mature trees, allowing broad sightlines and generous natural light. The visual character is informal and rustic, featuring neutral canvas, simple wooden furnishings and clear views to the surrounding landscaping.

Features: The space has a PA system and speakers and allows own music to be played subject to the venue's noise restrictions. The space includes venue Wi‑Fi and step-free access, and it is wheelchair accessible. The outdoor footprint can be arranged for standing receptions or casual seated layouts depending on host requirements.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social outdoor gathering are best suited to this sheltered, informal setting for a mix of standing receptions and casual seated meals.

What guests say: The grounds are described as beautiful and peaceful, and the property is characterful with a variety of versatile spots for photos and gatherings.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 22:30
from £200 hire fee + per person
Per session
12:00 – 16:00
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Per session
18:30 – 22:30
from £200 + £25 hire fee + per person
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 110
  • Dining
    up to 50

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Free parking is available on-site (25 spaces)
  • Free on-street parking
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Space has noise restriction after 22:30
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Minimum numbers are required, depending on the function room hired.

No refund or allowance shall be made by Old Rectory House & The Orangery if fewer persons attend the event. No reductions will be permitted should attendees fail to show up for the function.

Old Rectory House and The Orangery reserve the right to amend any aspect of your booking if there is a change in circumstances outside of the Venue’s control, including any incident of force majeure.

About Old Rectory House

Old Rectory House is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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