Summer Party Spaces & Capacities
A summer party at Easthampstead Park isn't tied to one fixed room. Depending on your numbers and the kind of event you're planning, you might book a single space, several connected ones, or the whole property for exclusive use, our events team will build the layout around you rather than the other way round.
For a large-scale summer party or festival-style BBQ, the King Suite is our biggest space: a standalone, purpose-built venue with its own terrace and grounds, holding up to 500 guests on a reception basis, or up to 480 for a seated banquet.
For something with an indoor anchor and direct access outside, the Downshire Ballroom typically extends into the adjoining Tawney Bar and Orangery, which lead straight out onto the terrace where the Flexi-tent sits, a natural flow between indoor space and a covered outdoor party area. The Orangery alone holds up to 70 standing; the Downshire Ballroom up to 110 seated or 80 for a cabaret-style layout.
Separately, the rear Terrace, overlooking the fountain, and the adjoining Fountain Lawns and Sundial Lawn offer a more classic outdoor garden-party or BBQ setting, bookable as one space or several, depending on your guest numbers and how much room you need.
| SPACE | BEST FOR | RECEPTION EVENT | SEATED EVENT |
| King Suite | Large-scale summer parties, BBQs, festival-style events | up to 500 | up to 480 |
| Downshire Ballroom | Indoor party space, formal dinners with a party element | up to 150 | up to 110 |
| Tawney Bar & Orangery | Drinks receptions, connects through to the Flexi-tent terrace | up to 100 | up to 70 |
| Exterior Flexi-tent | Covered outdoor party space adjoining the Orangery terrace | up to 100 | up to 70 |
| Rear Terrace, Fountain Lawns & Sundial Lawn | Garden-party style events, outdoor BBQs, drinks receptions | up to 100 | up to 70 |
Corporate Summer Party Ideas & Themes
What Will Your Party Be Like?
If you're still deciding on the shape of the day, here are some corporate summer party ideas that work particularly well across our grounds and event spaces:
- Festival-style summer party: food stalls, a bar in the marquee, lawn games and live music across the grounds. One of the most popular corporate summer party themes for larger teams, and it makes good use of the open parkland.
- Garden party: long tables, seasonal menus and relaxed outdoor drinks on the terrace. A classic, low-effort option for client entertaining or a smaller team celebration.
- Cocktail terrace reception: a more polished evening event with a DJ or live music, well suited to client-facing corporate parties.
- Away day plus party: pair a conference or team-building session in one of our meeting rooms with an evening summer party, so you get two outcomes from a single trip out of the office.
- Casino night or activity-led party: for something more unusual, our indoor spaces can also host a themed corporate party with entertainment beyond the standard format.
For corporate summer party entertainment ideas, previous events on-site have included live music, DJs, lawn games, garden cocktail masterclasses and casino tables — our events team can help you put together an entertainment line-up to suit your guest list and budget.
Whatever theme you choose, having 80 acres to work with means a themed summer party here doesn't have to be confined to a single room — the grounds themselves can be part of the theme.
Getting Here — Berkshire, M4/M3, Wokingham & Bracknell Stations
Easthampstead Park sits between Wokingham and Bracknell, with direct rail links from both stations and easy access via the M4 and M3. For companies searching for corporate summer party venues in London, we're a genuine option worth considering: under an hour from central London by road or rail, but with the open grounds and parkland setting that a London venue simply can't offer.
If you're comparing corporate summer party venues London-wide against options further out, it's worth weighing up what an hour's travel buys you — space, privacy, on-site parking, and accommodation for guests who'd rather not travel home after a late finish.
Searching for corporate parties near me in Berkshire, Surrey or the wider Thames Valley? Easthampstead Park is easily reached from Reading, Windsor, Ascot and the surrounding area, with complimentary on-site parking for the whole event.Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a corporate summer party cost at Easthampstead Park?
Princing for your event very much depends on how many people and the spaces on our property you wish to reserve Contact our sales team for a bespoke quote.
How many guests can Easthampstead Park host for a summer party?
Our grounds and King Suite can accommodate up to 500 guests theatre-style, with smaller terrace and garden spaces suited to fewer guests"] Contact our sales team to check availability for your guest numbers.
Is there a wet-weather option for an outdoor summer party?
Yes. Our events team agrees a wet-weather plan with you before the day, so if the forecast turns, you'll already know exactly what happens — no surprises on the day itself. Contact our sales team to talk through the options.
Can guests stay overnight after the party?
Yes — Easthampstead Park has 92 bedrooms across the Mansion House and Hepburn House, so guests can stay on site rather than travel home after the event. Contact our sales team to check room availability.
How far is Easthampstead Park from London for a corporate summer party?
Around an hour from central London, with direct rail links from Wokingham and Bracknell stations and easy access via the M4 and M3. Contact our sales team for directions and parking details.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, all catering packages can accommodate dietary requirements and allergens. Contact our sales team and let us know when you enquire.