Functions
Big moments and formal meetings, we’ve got it all
From large product launches to corporate parties, we’ve got it all. The Great Barn seats up to 140 guests formally and up to 175 informally. Hosted in The Great Barn by our partners, The Venue Group, their chefs also provide flexible, sophisticated catering from bespoke buffets banquets. | Why not start your Activity Day or Teambuilding Event with a meeting or business update in the barn. The experienced team at A Day in the Country has been hosting business events for over 30 years, running over 200 corporate days a year and the barn provides a unique backdrop to memorable days. |
Our Rooms
The Aynho Room is the main hospitality area where tea and coffee is served throughout the day as well as providing a comfortable place to relax by the fire or at the bar at the end of the day. The Aynho Room can also be used as a separate break out area for larger conferences.
The Croughton Room is the main conference room which boasts bags of natural light and can hold up to 120, theatre style. Both the Aynho and Croughton Rooms lead out onto the gardens and patio area.
175 Venue Capacity
140 Dining Capacity
130 sqm Room
Corporate Parties
An exclusive private event at The Great Barn is undeniably atmospheric - whether it is a Company annual dinner, anniversary, summer party or Office Christmas party. With exposed high beans, thick stone walls and high beams, there is no better rustic venue to celebrate in style.
Please contact The Venue Group at enquiries@thegreatbarn.net for further information about holding a Corporate party.
Product Launches
The central location and easy motorway access of A Day in the Country makes it the ideal location for a national or local product launch.
We have ample space for all products, combined with extensive parking facilities. We can arrange for the latest state of the art audio-visual equipment and professional set design.
Product Launches at A Day in the Country have included:
- Computer Software
- Bus Chassis
- Trade Vehicles
- Confectionery Products
- Farm Machinery
- And a Beer relaunch!
The Lucy Group
“We had such a brilliant day. I can’t fault a single thing!We were all so impressed with the level of organisation, the activities, the instructors and the delicious food. Thank you so much. I hope we will be back again before too long and I will certainly be recommending you to others.”- September 2022
Bicester Vets
“Staff were excellent & helpful. Thoroughly enjoyable event!”- December 2022
Red Engineering
“I just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and your whole team. The event couldn’t have gone better. We were all so pleased with how the night went and everything from the venue to the food and particularly the staff on the night was perfect”- December 2022
Spratt Endicott's
“We were very happy with how the drinks went last night, thank you to you for the perfect organising and the caterers.”- December 2022
Ellacotts
“The Great Barn is always a stunning location for our events. The food was absolutely delicious as always and the staff are always friendly and approachable. Thanks as always for hosting such a great event!”- September 2019