FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We host a wide variety of corporate events including overnight retreats, company away days, board meetings, team building events, awards ceremonies, product launches, dinner parties, and charity fundraisers. We can accommodate groups from 2 to 200+ people depending on the type of event.

We offer versatile meeting spaces throughout the house including two rooms set up boardroom-style, the formal oak-panelled dining room, seating up to 20, or the Kitchen breakfast table, seating up to 16. We also have the Imperial Hall, which can be set up theatre style for up to 60. For more relaxed discussions in our lounges, you can use the cosy snug, the U-shaped sofa area in the basement, the elegant drawing room, or the upstairs library. Each space provides a unique atmosphere to suit different meeting requirements.

Ardington House can be arranged as a private hire basis (up to 25 people) where either self-catering or fully catered can be arranged. For our larger events, we work with trusted partners for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or special event catering.

Yes, we can create a bespoke day package for venue hire and catering to suit your requirements for groups of 12-20 people on a day delegate only basis. Please enquire with your requirements and we will send over a prompt proposal.

The overnight hire rates can be found on the private hire page. The hire rates shown here are based on a minimum two-night stay, with a maximum of 23 delegates/12 on a single occupancy basis. The house features 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms (7 doubles, 4 twins, and 1 single) that blend historic charm with modern comfort.

Ardington House is located in the rural Oxfordshire village of Ardington, near Wantage (OX12 8QA). Despite our tranquil countryside setting, we're exceptionally well-connected for corporate groups travelling from across the UK: By Train: Just 15 minutes by car from Didcot Parkway train station (GWR line) 45 minutes by train from London Paddington to Didcot Parkway By Car: 30 minutes from Oxford city centre 75 minutes from central London 70 minutes from Heathrow Airport Easy access from the M40 and A34 Local Transport: Bus links run directly into the village, and we have ample on-site car parking for your delegates. This makes Ardington House ideal for teams travelling from London, Oxford, or further afield, whilst offering the perfect countryside retreat away from the distractions of the city.