The Old Farmyard at Forceleap Farm

The Old Farmyard at Forceleap Farm is a flexible rural venue near Brackley, Northamptonshire, created from a collection of renovated farm buildings. Its setting combines practical event facilities with open countryside, making it suitable for organisers looking for a distinctive alternative to conventional halls and conference spaces.

The venue includes a bright Meeting Room for board meetings, training days, workshops and small presentations, with flexible layouts, fast broadband, a large screen and direct access to an outdoor patio. The Small Barn provides a larger indoor setting for talks, exercise classes, craft workshops, comedy nights, birthday celebrations, panel discussions and community gatherings, accommodating up to around 50 seated guests.

For bigger or more informal occasions, the Threshing Barn offers an indoor-outdoor environment with room for approximately 50 to 60 seated guests or up to 80 standing. Its original cobbled floor, festoon lighting and easy vehicle access create a useful blank canvas for parties, banquets, barn dances, markets and seasonal activities. The adjoining Courtyard can extend the usable space when available.

Organisers can bring in their own food, drink, entertainment, lighting and styling, allowing each event to be shaped around its own requirements. The wider farm also offers outdoor settings for photography, countryside workshops, yoga, training and creative activities. On-site accommodation, including a farmhouse, annexe and shepherds huts, can be booked alongside the venue, while free parking and electric vehicle charging add practical convenience for guests.