Silchester Farm
Inspire fresh thinking and real connection in a rural setting that balances historic charm with modern flexibility- all just under an hour from London.
Whether you’re planning a team away day, leadership retreat, product launch, or a one-of-a-kind celebration, Silchester Farm offers versatile spaces, contemporary facilities, and wide-open countryside to help your ideas and your guests feel at home.
Easily reached via the M3/M4, Reading and Basingstoke train stations, or Heathrow Airport, we’re closer than you think – but a world away from the everyday.
The Threshing Barn
Our 400 year old oak-beamed barn is full of charm and character – ideal for small to mid-size conferences, workshops or team-building sessions. The adjoining Hen House, with its comfy seating and fully licensed bar, is perfect for welcome drinks, breakout sessions, or more focused round-table meetings. Just outside, a spacious courtyard offers room for outdoor working or a well-earned break in the fresh country air.
Hen House
Tucked just off the Hampshire Threshing Barn, the Hen House is a cosy little hideaway that’s perfect for smaller gathering. It can seat up to 18 people around the table for a meeting, or serve as a charming breakout space for drinks and coffee when using the Hampshire Threshing Barn. With comfy seating and it’s own licensed bar, it’s ideal for welcome drinks, informal catch-ups or a quiet moment to recharge.
The Cow Shed
A bright, open-plan space filled with natural light, the Cow Shed is a versatile space for larger conferences, keynote sessions, product launches, and dinner celebrations. With full air conditioning, huge windows and doors, and a relaxed lounge-style seating area alongside a fully licensed bar, it offers both functionality and comfort. Step outside onto the terrace, overlooking the kitchen garden – perfect for breaks, networking or al fresco moments between sessions.
The Dutch Barn
The Dutch Barn offers the ultimate indoor-outdoor experience – open to the elements yet thoughtfully covered to keep the English weather at bay. Surrounded by countryside views, it’s an inspiring space for al fresco dining, team socials or relaxed networking. At the heart of the barn is out outdoor kitchen, complete with a bespoke grill and wood-fired pizza oven – perfect for open-air cooking, laid-back feasting and a touch of culinary theatre.
Outdoor Terrace & Gardens
Large terrace areas with fire pits, manicured kitchen gardens, and panoramic countryside views offer varied natural backdrops for lifestyle, product, or fashion shoots.
Outdoor Pool & Tennis Court
A sleek, private heated pool area surrounded by greenery—ideal for wellness, swimwear, and summer lifestyle shoots. Offers a clean, modern contrast to the farm’s rustic charm. A well-maintained tennis court, perfect for sport, leisure, and fitness-focused productions. Adds a dynamic and energetic visual element to brand storytelling.
Accommodations:
The Barn House
Once an old grain store, our Barn House has been beautifully transformed into a spacious six bedroom retreat overlooking the manicured gardens and Hampshire Threshing Barn. The open-plan kitchen and living area is flooded with natural light – an ideal setting for team meetings, brainstorming sessions, or relaxed catch-ups over lunch. With plenty of room to think, create and connect, it’s a versatile space designed to inspire.
The Farmhouse
Bright, spacious and full of countryside charm, the Farmhouse offers a relaxed yet well-equipped setting for smaller team sessions. The kitchen comes with everything you need – including a smart TV screen –and the large farmhouse table comfortably seats up to 12 for collaborative work or shared meals. Head to the generous living room or the cosy snug for breakout discussions or quieter moments and make the most of the beautiful gardens – perfect for fresh-air thinking or informal team activities.
The Granary
A standalone stone cottage with unique architecture and cosy interiors – double bedroom with ensuite.
The Drift & Pyggies
Tucked in the heart of Silchester Farm, the Drift is home to 9 luxurious Pyggies – beautifully crafted, people-sized pig arcs designed for a peaceful stay. each one is thoughtfully fitted with a comfortable king-size bed, a spacious ensuite with a rainfall shower, a kitchenette, TV and a cosy seating area.
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PharmaBrands
Specialised Industry Conferences
PharmaBrands host events in the UK, Europe and USA, providing world-class education, support, inspiration and experiences. Finding the right venue in each country is a vital factor and Function Fixers is proud to be their chosen venue-finding partner.
Deaf Sports Personality of the Year
Awards ceremony and dinner
We are very proud to have worked with Ric at DSPY for a number of years. DSPY is a very special awards night, celebrating the achievements of deaf athletes.
Mars Food
European conference, 145 delegates
When Mars Food needed a two day, two night venue for 145 delegates, with breakout meeting space and two evening events, we recommended De Vere Wokefield Park for its exceptional onsite facilities and proximity to both Heathrow and Gatwick.
Aquatics GB
Annual away day and awards, Glasgow
For their annual away day and awards celebrating the season's successes, Aquatics GB needed a Glasgow venue for 110 delegates by day and 250 at the awards dinner, with affordable accessible accommodation. We secured the Glasgow Marriott, with further budget accommodation at the nearby Ibis Budget Glasgow.
Tamarindo
Renewable energy PR agency
Tamarindo provides insight, connections and communications for renewable energy and climate businesses worldwide. They regularly turn to Function Fixers to source venues for their UK and European events.
Fellowship for British Hairdressing
Barry Stephens, Chief Executive Officer
Function Fixers has become a trusted venue partner for the Fellowship, taking the time to understand our brief, our organisation and the experience we want for our members and guests. Their attention to detail and value for money have supported the successful delivery of a number of Fellowship events, including our flagship Luncheon and Awards.
NHS
Training
Function Fixers helps various departments to find venues for training events across the UK
Greenpeace
A global campaigning network
Function Fixers is a trusted partner of Greenpeace, working to find venues some of our UK events. They have a unique empathy and always manage to find us venues that perfectly fit our briefs.