Barn Hire
Terms and Conditions
Venue Hire Agreement
Please read carefully
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Venue Use
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The Barn is a shared space; events are not exclusive. Guests from the campsite or pub may listen to your music — please welcome them.
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The venue is licensed; no personal drinks are permitted in the Barn or gardens.
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The Barn may not be suitable for all events — please ensure it meets your needs before booking.
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Music & Noise
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We hold a PRS licence, but heavy bass genres (e.g. drum & bass, house, techno) are not permitted.
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All music must finish by 11 pm; power is cut automatically at 11:30 pm.
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The Barn has a noise limiter set to 95 decibels. If the indicator flashes red, you have 5 seconds to reduce the volume or power will cut for 5 minutes.
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Staff may take readings and request reductions. These measures ensure we keep our music licence.
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Decorations & Clean-Up
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Decorations are welcome, but no sprays or confetti.
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All decorations must be removed, and the Barn left clean and tidy by 9 am the next day.
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Failure to clean up may result in loss of deposit.
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Please bag and bin all rubbish.
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Food & Catering
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No buffet-style setups inside the Barn.
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External catering vans are permitted with a 4★+ hygiene rating certificate
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Safety & Conduct
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No parties for guests under 21, due to alcohol laws.
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No drugs, fireworks, or dangerous behaviour.
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Smoking is allowed only in designated beer garden areas.
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Please do not take glassware into the Barn or camping fields — eco cups (£1 refundable, max 2 per person) are available.
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Fire safety information will be provided — please follow staff instructions.
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Use the floodlit footpath between the pub and car park for safety.
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The hirer is responsible for guest behaviour and adherence to all terms.
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Management reserves the right to end an event or refuse entry if terms are breached.
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Site Conditions
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The site is continually evolving; facilities may change between booking and event dates.
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Cancellations
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Cancel within 3 months → 75% fee.
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Cancel within 1 month → no refund.
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For pandemics or natural disasters, you may reschedule (subject to availability) but refunds are not offered.
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We strongly recommend event insurance.
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Camping Add-On
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Camping should be booked early, especially in peak season.
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A group bond is required for groups of 5+ adults.
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Confirmation
I confirm that I:
Am over 21 years old
Have read and accepted the Terms & Conditions of Hire
Have read and understood the Amplified Music & Noise Policy
Have informed my band/DJ of these restrictions
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