Celebrate in style at Old Swan & Minster Mill, where charming Cotswold-stone buildings and cosy beamed dining rooms set the scene for unforgettable private dining. Whether you're gathering with 8 or 100 guests, our rustic pub and elegant riverside retreat offer flexible spaces for every occasion.
Enjoy seasonal menus crafted with fresh, local ingredients, tailored to your tastes. Enquire today and experience the best of private dining in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside.
To contact our events team regarding private dining, please call 01993 774 441 or email events@minstermill.co.uk.
From cosy gatherings to grand celebrations, our three unique spaces, The Malthouse, The Oak, and The Barn at Minster Mill, offer charm, character, and garden views in every direction.
Menus are thoughtfully crafted by our Head Chef and team, blending seasonal ingredients with refined, contemporary flavours inspired by local producers.
THE MALTHOUSE
Our largest space, The Malthouse, boasts views of the gardens with its own bar, terrace by the river and two floors. The croquet lawn and River Windrush are just outside – great for summer days and evening drinks receptions.
Guests: up to 100 for private dining
THE OAK
Splendid views across the scenic hotel gardens and original wooden beams characterise The Oak room. This room also has direct access to the Mill Bar, making it ideal for a perfectly shaken cocktail or a relaxed drink.
Guests: up to 24 for private dining
THE BARN
An impressive backdrop with high ceilings and exposed Cotswold stonework. With plenty of character features, The Barn is a flexible space with its own private reception area and a handy side room - the Little Barn. Keep it cosy with our private dining options for up to 40 of your nearest and dearest, or host an elegant reception complete with Champagne and canapés for 80 guests.
Guests: up to 40 for private dining
Old Swan's dining rooms and bars are a myriad of beamed, cosy quarters with roaring log fires and rugged flagstone floors.
Seasonal menus can be tailored to dietary requirements with simple, hearty and flavoursome food on offer using the freshest local ingredients.
MINSTER ROOM
Elegantly comfortable, the atmosphere is warm and inviting with open oak-beamed ceilings, a large Cotswold stone fireplace and finished with warm, textured fabrics adding to the cosy atmosphere. Large double doors open onto the garden terrace and pond, making the room bright and sunny in the day. In the evening, the room is candlelit and romantic.
Guests: up to 50 for private dining
LOVELL ROOM
With original 15th-century oak beams, the dining hall of the Old Swan exudes charm and character. The double-height ceiling and inglenook fireplace add to the sense of history. The Lovell Room is licensed for marriage ceremonies.
Guests: up to 50 for private dining
THE SNUG
Set beyond the bar lounge, the Snug is a private and more intimate space for any occasion. Enjoy the roaring fire over a fine ale and a game or two of shuffleboard.