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Venue Type
Barn
City
Crowborough
Region
East of England
Standing
1000
theatre
1000
dinner
1000
bedrooms
0
About
Briar House Barns
Located in the East Sussex countryside on the Kent border near Crowborough, Briar House Barns is an exclusive-use rural events venue set within 40 acres of rolling landscape, woodland and open fields. Combining contemporary barn architecture with picturesque surroundings, the venue provides a versatile setting for conferences, corporate away days, team building events, private celebrations, gala dinners and exclusive hire occasions.
Designed as a flexible blank-canvas venue, Briar House Barns features two adaptable event barns alongside landscaped outdoor spaces and terraces that can be configured for everything from business conferences and product launches to networking receptions and large-scale private events. The peaceful countryside setting creates an inspiring backdrop while remaining easily accessible from London, Kent and Sussex.
Situated just a short drive from Crowborough and Royal Tunbridge Wells, the venue offers privacy, flexibility and extensive outdoor space for organisations seeking a distinctive alternative to traditional conference venues.
Event Spaces
The Great Barn
The Great Barn is the venue's principal event space, offering an impressive open-plan interior with vaulted ceilings and flexible layouts that can accommodate conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions, awards evenings and large corporate receptions. The adaptable design allows the space to be tailored for both intimate gatherings and large-scale events.
The Stone Barn
The Stone Barn provides a more intimate setting with characterful interiors, making it well suited to executive meetings, workshops, private dining, training sessions and smaller celebrations. The space can also be used alongside the Great Barn for breakout sessions or separate event elements.
Outdoor Terrace & Grounds
Surrounded by countryside views, the outdoor terrace and landscaped grounds provide additional space for drinks receptions, networking, team building activities, outdoor dining and marquee events. The extensive grounds also offer excellent opportunities for photography and experiential events.
Facilities and Services
Briar House Barns offers exclusive venue hire with flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, extensive on-site parking and the freedom to work with preferred suppliers or external caterers. The venue provides experienced event support, accessible facilities, landscaped gardens and adaptable layouts that can be customised for conferences, celebrations and corporate events, while the rural setting offers privacy and a relaxed atmosphere throughout the estate.
Ideal For
Corporate Away Days
Conferences
Team Building Events
Private Hire
Awards Dinners
Networking Events
Product Launches
Company Celebrations
Charity Events
Summer Parties
Key Features
Exclusive-Use Venue
40 Acres of Countryside
Two Flexible Barns
Outdoor Event Space
Blank Canvas Venue
External Caterers Permitted
On-Site Parking
Natural Surroundings
Private Terrace
Kent & Sussex Location
Exclusive-Use Venue
40 Acres of Countryside
Two Flexible Barns
Outdoor Event Space
Blank Canvas Venue
External Caterers Permitted
On-Site Parking
Natural Surroundings
Private Terrace
Kent & Sussex Location
Why Hire
Briar House Barns combines contemporary event facilities with the tranquillity of the East Sussex countryside, offering complete exclusivity and flexible spaces that can be tailored to almost any event format. Its adaptable barns, extensive grounds and accessible location make it an excellent choice for conferences, away days, private celebrations and corporate events.
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Location
Location and Access
The venue is located at Dewlands Hill near Rotherfield and Crowborough on the Kent and East Sussex border, approximately six minutes from Crowborough railway station and around twenty minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. Easily accessible from London and the South East, the venue offers extensive on-site parking for guests, suppliers and event production vehicles, making arrival and event logistics straightforward.
London Gatwick Airport | 22 miles
Crowborough Station Station | 1.9 miles
Royal Tunbridge Wells Station | 7 mile
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
2
meeting rooms
1
bedrooms
0
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