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Venue Type
Country House
City
Barnstaple
Region
South West
Standing
200
theatre
180
dinner
108
bedrooms
20
About
Tawstock Court
Tawstock Court is a family-run Georgian country estate set within 32 acres of North Devon countryside, just outside Barnstaple. The historic house combines characterful period rooms, flexible function spaces, bars, courtyard and extensive grounds, providing an impressive setting for conferences, corporate events, residential meetings, private celebrations and weddings.
Alongside its wedding business, Tawstock Court has a dedicated corporate events offering for groups ranging from 3 to 180 delegates. Flexible meeting and conference rooms are supported by high-speed WiFi, modern AV, onsite catering, extensive free parking and 20 refurbished en-suite bedrooms, making the venue particularly suitable for residential conferences, company away days and multi-day events.
Event Spaces
Old Refectory
One of Tawstock Court's principal event spaces, the Old Refectory is a flexible, naturally lit room with parquet flooring, neutral décor and a built-in stage. It can transition from conference or dining space during the day to entertainment and dancing in the evening, with direct access to the Main Bar.
Panelled Hall
The historic heart of the house, featuring dark wood panelling, an original fireplace, stained glass and elegant columns. The Hall provides an atmospheric setting for presentations, receptions, ceremonies and corporate hospitality.
Yellow Lounge
A light-filled Georgian drawing room with high ceilings, chandeliers and tall arched windows overlooking the grounds. It works particularly well for smaller meetings, breakout sessions, networking and drinks receptions.
The Study
An intimate historic room featuring original 17th-century panelling, a carved oak fireplace and tall sash windows. The Study is well suited to smaller meetings, executive sessions and breakout use.
Grey Room
A smaller flexible room with period features and natural daylight, suitable for private dining, meetings, workshops and breakout sessions.
Main Bar
A dedicated licensed bar with direct access to the courtyard. The space can support receptions, corporate parties, networking and evening events and includes a log burner for winter functions.
Cocktail Bar
An additional Art Deco-inspired bar provides a more intimate setting for evening hospitality, cocktails and informal networking.
Courtyard
The central courtyard provides an attractive outdoor area for drinks receptions, networking, summer parties and informal entertaining, with seating and extensive decorative lighting.
Gatehouse, Fountain & Grounds
The historic Gatehouse, Fountain terrace, lawns and wider 32-acre estate provide several outdoor options for receptions, activities, team building and photography.
Facilities and Services
Tawstock Court offers a genuinely serviced corporate proposition with modern AV, high-speed WiFi, onsite catering, licensed bars, extensive free parking and residential accommodation. Catering ranges from working lunches and buffets to formal three-course dinners, while outdoor catering and wood-fired pizza options are also available.
Ideal For
Conferences
Residential Conferences
Meetings
Corporate Away Days
Corporate Parties
Training Events
Private Dinners
Weddings
Private Celebrations
Team Events
Key Features
180 Delegate Conference Capacity
20 En-Suite Bedrooms
32-Acre Estate
High-Speed WiFi
Modern AV
Multiple Breakout Spaces
Onsite Catering
Extensive Free Parking
180 Delegate Conference Capacity
20 En-Suite Bedrooms
32-Acre Estate
High-Speed WiFi
Modern AV
Multiple Breakout Spaces
Onsite Catering
Extensive Free Parking
Why Hire
Tawstock Court is particularly useful because it isn't simply a wedding venue accepting the occasional corporate enquiry. The venue has a dedicated business proposition supporting everything from small board meetings to 180-person conferences, with breakout spaces, AV, WiFi and catering already available onsite.
The 20 en-suite bedrooms also give it a significant advantage for residential events in North Devon. Delegates can meet, dine, socialise and stay within the estate, while the combination of historic interiors and extensive grounds provides a much less conventional environment than a standard conference hotel.
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Location and Access
Tawstock Court is located in the village of Tawstock, approximately three miles south of Barnstaple, surrounded by North Devon countryside. Despite its rural setting, the venue specifically highlights its proximity to Barnstaple railway station and offers straightforward access for suppliers and event organisers.
Extensive free onsite parking is available, making the venue particularly practical for regional conferences, corporate away days and residential events where a high proportion of delegates are travelling by car.
Barnstaple Railway Station | 3 miles
Tiverton Parkway Railway Station | 45 miles
Exeter Airport | 50 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
10
meeting rooms
6
bedrooms
20
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