Monk's Barn

Monks' Barn is a beautiful 13th Century flint and chalk venue and part of the relics of the monastic buildings. It has the added benefits of modern amenities such as disabled facilities and bar area. Monks Barn will cater for approximately 120 guests in banquet style or 150 guests using round tables plus extra guests in the evening. Gentle lighting provided by up-lighters shows the remarkable roof off to its full splendor.

The Barn is divided into the following areas, The Great Hall, 8m x 19m, The Reception Area, 8m x12m, which is ideal to receive guests prior to moving into The Great Hall and Lobby, Bar and Toilets with disabled access. The venue also has Monks Garden - 8m x 32m which is available at the front of the Barn for outside activities or for receiving guests. The Barn is ideal for anyone wishing to hold a Wedding with a difference to a Medieval Banquet or just an excuse for a party!

Hurley lies halfway between London and Oxford, under 30 mins from each. The River Thames has always been an important part of Hurley's history. St. Birinus is said to have inspired the building of the parish church here, around 700. The Danes forded the Thames at Hurley in 894 when marching from Essex to Gloucester and may have destroyed this early building.

It was rebuilt as Hurley Priory, a monastery, in 1086 as a memorial to Athelaise, the first wife of the great Geoffrey De Mandeville who was Lord of the Manor. The monastery was dissolved in 1536 but relics of the 13th and 14th century monastic buildings can still be seen incorporated in many of the private residences surrounding the small green adjacent to the church.

Situated within walking distance of the River Thames on the Thames Path. Close to Henley on Thames and Windsor and 25 minutes from Heathrow. Near to M4 and M25 motorways. The nearest train station is Marlow and is just under a mile away.

Availability: April to October