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Events at St Osyth Priory
Whatever the occasion, there is plenty to enjoy
This magical setting has a history of myth and legend. Now St Osyth Priory Estate has been given new life as an adaptable and multi-functional events venue that is able to cater for all your needs, whatever the occasion.
From Christenings and wakes to private events and corporate functions, the wide range of facilities at St Osyth Priory allow you to relax in the knowledge that your guests will be well looked after.
With its stunning parkland, formal gardens, ancient habitats and historic buildings, today St Osyth Priory is thriving with its sense of English manor grandeur blended beautifully with the modern additions that afford you everything you need to celebrate in style.
Parties at St Osyth Priory
Come and join the party
Hosting your party at St Osyth Priory is guaranteed to provide the wow factor.
What makes St Osyth Priory special?
As you enter the St Osyth Priory Estate, you can feel the sense of history. The ancient estate is home to a stunning collection of iconic landmarks, each of which will be given a new lease of life and preserved for the future with the establishment of St Osyth Priory as one of the finest events venues in Essex, and beyond. Darcy House is one of the first buildings on the estate to be restored to its former glory, and is now home to two beautiful function suites, each able to host 110 seated guests.
If you plan to mark one of life’s treasured moments, such as a birthday party, anniversary, retirement or new beginning, by choosing to host your party at St Osyth Priory you can be sure you and your guests can celebrate in style. Get in touch with a member of the team at St Osyth Priory to discover how we can best accommodate your ideas and cater for each and every one of your guests. At St Osyth Priory the options are endless, so all you need to worry about is creating memories you will treasure forever.
Corporate Events at St Osyth Priory
Mark the big moments
With flexible function spaces, St Osyth Priory is perfect for your corporate event.
Helping businesses get connected
Whatever the reason for your corporate get together, St Osyth Priory is an ideal destination to get the job done. Whether you are looking for some privacy and peace for a strategy away day or a night to remember with a corporate awards ceremony, you will find the solution at St Osyth Priory. Get in touch with a member of the St Osyth Priory team who will be happy to discuss your requirements with you.

And there are exciting plans for the future. St Osyth Priory is set to become one of the largest function venues in the East of England, and the largest in Essex, with the continuing restoration of the estate’s historic buildings over the coming years. Included within this schedule of refurbishment is the rebirth of the impressive Tithe Barn, which once completed will become an expansive function hall able to host more than 300 seated guests.
Christenings at St Osyth Priory
The joy of new beginnings
Few moments express the emotions of hope and love more than a Christening.
A thankfulness for new life
The legend of St Osyth Priory was begun with a story of faith, love and devotion. Today the St Osyth Priory Estate is the latest revelation in 1,400 years of history, but those values of faith, love and dedication remain woven within the fabric of each of the ancient buildings, each being carefully preserved for the joy and celebration of many future generations.
St Osyth Priory is believed to be home to one of England’s most significant collections of ecclesiastical buildings, and among them is The Chapel, a magnificent landmark within The Precinct that has been a central focal point of the estate for more than 900 years. However you may wish to celebrate a new arrival in your family, standing within the splendid history of this timeless estate is a truly unique way in which to celebrate the start of a new chapter in the pages of your family’s story.
Wakes at St Osyth Priory
A fitting venue for a wake
Bring family and friends together at St Osyth Priory for this poignant moment.
A time to look back with love
Gathering together to remember a loved one is always going to be a time of high emotions. It’s a time to focus on being there for each other, so let someone else look after the catering for your guests. In that moment when you have to say a sad farewell, you are sure to want to provide the very best as you remember a life well lived.
Our experienced team at St Osyth Priory will be on hand to make sure this most important of occasions is run professionally and with mindful sensitivity. We take great pride in the way we can cater for any requirement at St Osyth Priory, giving you the peace of mind that all the arrangements are exactly as you want them and all are well looked after. For wakes and memorials to mark the passing of a loved one, speak to one of our skilled professionals who will be able to help you with each and every question.
Private Functions at St Osyth Priory
Create some special memories
The scope of the St Osyth Priory Estate allows you to choose exactly how you want to celebrate.
An exclusive space just for you
St Osyth Priory Estate is a truly special and unique space which offers the perfect location for your private function. With a history filled with myth and legend dating back more than 1,400 years, every aspect of your time at St Osyth Priory has a sense of grandeur, ensuring your event is one that guests will remember for years to come. After all, with each footstep within the estate you are walking in the footprints of royal courtiers and saintly figures.
Whatever the reason for getting together, St Osyth Priory is offered on an exclusive use basis, meaning you can create your event in exactly the way you want it to be. With sprawling acres of magical parkland and beautiful countryside, St Osyth Priory allows you to escape to another world and our team of experts will be on hand to make sure all of your requirements are catered for.
Christmas at St Osyth Priory
Get in the festive mood
Christmas is truly the most wonderful time of year, especially when you celebrate at St Osyth Priory.
The countdown to Christmas starts here
Celebrate Christmas in style by creating magical moments in a magical setting. For Christmas 2024, Darcy House will be hosting the most incredible festive parties for you and your guests, whether you plan to party with friends and family or colleagues from work. Take in the magnificent setting as you eat and drink, surrounded by the ornate ceilings and elegant wood panelling of this grand Elizabethan hall.
You’ll feel like kings and queens as you feast in the same space that centuries ago hosted Elizabeth I on her royal progress. And with our fabulous array of festive menu choices, all curated by our talented in-house catering team, you are sure to enjoy the dining delights on offer at Darcy House.
Make St Osyth Priory the perfect backdrop to your Christmas celebrations this festive season. Whatever your requirements, speak to our helpful team to find out more.
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St Osyth Priory estate is best accessed by car from Mill Street and lies to the west of the village of St Osyth.
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