About The Larder at Butlers Retreat
The restored Essex barn that houses The Larder at Butlers Retreat catches the morning light differently through each season, and we've watched countless celebrations unfold within these weathered timber walls. Our venue overlooks Chingford Plain, where the forest meets open grassland, creating a backdrop that transforms throughout the day. We've designed our space to work beautifully for parties of all sizes. The barn comfortably seats 50 guests for formal dining, while cocktail-style celebrations can accommodate up to 120 people moving between our indoor and outdoor areas. The original barn architecture creates natural divisions perfect for different party zones - perhaps a dance floor in one area while quieter conversations happen by the windows overlooking the plain. Our kitchen team sources ingredients locally, crafting everything from substantial sharing platters to elegant canapés. We hold a full liquor license, so whether your celebration calls for champagne toasts, craft cocktails, or local ales, we can create the drinks menu to match. The outdoor seating area becomes magical for summer parties, while the barn's interior offers warmth and character during cooler months. Getting here is straightforward - we're a 10-minute walk from Chingford Station through forest paths. Our accessible facilities include level access throughout the ground floor and adapted restrooms. The private dining areas give flexibility for speeches, cake cutting, or creating a more intimate space within larger celebrations. We've hosted everything from milestone birthdays where guests explored the forest between courses, to engagement parties that spilled out onto the grass as the sun set. The combination of our restored barn character, forest setting, and adaptable spaces means we can shape the venue to match your vision, whether that's an elegant dinner party or a lively celebration with dancing until late.
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Event Spaces & Function Rooms
Forest View Room · From 20 to 50 people
£150
Entire venue · From 20 to 120 people
£1,500
Amenities
Projector/TV/Screen
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Location
Chingford · 7 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:All Day
Tuesday:All Day
Wednesday:All Day
Thursday:All Day
Friday:All Day
Saturday:All Day
Sunday:All Day
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