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PRIVATE EVENTS & VENUE HIRE
Bring everyone together
Whether you're celebrating a life, marking a milestone or planning something completely unique, we'll help you create an occasion that feels personal, relaxed and effortlessly organised.
From intimate family gatherings to exclusive venue hire for hundreds of guests, our family-run team has decades of experience delivering events that people remember for all the right reasons.
Celebration of Life & Wake Venue in Somerset
Saying goodbye to someone special deserves a setting that is warm, welcoming and handled with genuine care.
When families are looking for a wake venue in Somerset, they're often organising everything at short notice. Our experienced team understands that these occasions need to be handled with care, sensitivity and flexibility, quietly taking care of the details so you can focus on spending time with family and friends.
Conveniently located in the heart of Somerset, The White Horse welcomes families from Mark, Highbridge, Burnham-on-Sea, Bridgwater, Wedmore, Cheddar, Glastonbury, Wells and the surrounding villages.
Whether you're planning a simple gathering over tea and coffee or a larger celebration of life with a buffet or sit-down meal, we'll tailor everything around your wishes.
We can provide:
• Private or semi-private rooms
• Exclusive venue hire
• Buffets, afternoon teas or sit-down dining
• Tea & coffee stations
• Licensed bar with flexible payment options
• Indoor and garden spaces
• Flexible layouts for both small family gatherings and larger celebrations
Every celebration of life is unique and we'll ensure yours is handled with compassion and care.
Birthday Parties
Whether it's an 18th, 30th, 50th, 80th or anything in between, our private hire venue in Somerset can be transformed to suit the celebration you're planning.
From relaxed afternoon lunches to evening parties with live music, entertainment and exclusive use of the venue, we'll help you create an event that's personal, enjoyable and completely stress-free.
Popular options include:
• One of our Buffets: Signature or BBQ
• Homemade pub dining
• Private bar
• Garden parties
• Live music
• DJ or entertainment
• Exclusive venue hire
Christenings & Family Gatherings
Celebrate life's special milestones surrounded by family and friends.
Our flexible dining spaces are equally suited to intimate lunches or larger family celebrations, with menus ranging from traditional Sunday roasts to buffets and bespoke catering.
Guests regularly choose us from across Somerset, including Burnham-on-Sea, Highbridge, Bridgwater, Glastonbury, Wells and the surrounding area.
Perfect for:
• Christenings
• Naming ceremonies
• Baby showers
• Anniversary celebrations
• Family reunions
Corporate Events & Group Hire
Looking for somewhere a little different?
We regularly host business meetings, networking events, retirement celebrations and corporate functions.
With flexible layouts, homemade food, beautiful gardens and plenty of parking, we offer a welcoming alternative to traditional conference venues.
Why Choose The White Horse?
Exclusive Venue Hire
Hire the entire pub and gardens for complete privacy, giving you exclusive use of the venue throughout your event.
Award-Winning Food
From homemade buffets and traditional Sunday roasts to BBQs and bespoke menus, our kitchen is known for honest, quality food prepared in-house.
Flexible Spaces
Whether you're planning a gathering for 20 or an outdoor event for hundreds, our venue can be adapted to suit your occasion.
Experienced Events Team
Our family has over a century of combined hospitality and events experience, helping everything run smoothly from your first enquiry until the final guest leaves.
Licensed Bar
Choose between a traditional paying bar or setting up a drinks tab for your guests.
Tailored To You
No two events are the same. We'll work with you to create a celebration that suits your guests, budget and ideas.
Venue Capacity
Indoor
• Up to approximately 80 guests seated across three interconnected dining rooms
• 150 standing & seated across all three rooms
• One large table seating around 24 (26 max) guests for more intimate celebrations
Outdoor
• Gardens and grounds suitable for events of up to approximately 500 guests
• Certain outdoor events require marquee hire where patrons exceed 60 guests
Looking for something different?
The White Horse isn't just available for traditional private functions.
Our venue has hosted everything from live music and community events to festivals and we're always interested in hearing new ideas.
We also offer venue hire for:
• Dry hire
• Outdoor theatre productions
• Touring theatre performances
• Film & television location hire
• Commercial photography
• Music festivals
• Community events
• Product launches
• Brand activations
• Marquee events
• Private garden events
• Pop-up experiences
If you're searching for a unique venue in Somerset, a filming location or somewhere to host a bespoke event, we'd love to hear about your plans!
FAQs
Do you offer wakes and celebrations of life?
Yes. We regularly host celebrations of life and wakes, offering everything from simple tea and coffee gatherings to buffets, sit-down meals and exclusive venue
hire.
Can I hire the whole venue?
Yes. Exclusive venue hire is available for many private events, giving you sole use of the pub and gardens.
How many guests can you accommodate?
We can seat approximately 80 guests indoors across our three dining rooms and 150 standing & seated, while our gardens and grounds can accommodate events of up to around 500 guests.
What catering options do you offer?
We offer everything from homemade buffets and afternoon teas to BBQs, traditional Sunday roasts and bespoke menus. We'll work with you to find the right option for your event.
Can we have live music or entertainment?
Absolutely. Live bands, DJs, acoustic performers and other entertainment can usually be accommodated by prior arrangement.
Is there parking?
Yes. We have free on-site parking available for guests.
Do you offer dry hire?
Yes. We can discuss dry hire and bespoke venue hire for productions, filming, theatre performances, photography, commercial events and other specialist uses of the venue.
How far in advance should we book?
Some events can be arranged at relatively short notice, while larger celebrations and exclusive venue hire are best booked as early as possible to secure your preferred date.
Ready to start planning?
Whether you're organising a celebration of life, birthday party, christening, corporate event or something completely unique, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch to discuss your ideas, arrange a viewing or request a no-obligation quotation. Our team will be happy to help you create an event that's truly memorable.
