Food & Dining at The Venue Group | Events

To make the most of our beautiful rural settings at the Venue Group, we have our own team of exceptionally skilled and talented chefs to provide our wedding catering.

The catering at your wedding or event is, of course, vitally important. We at the Venue Group are committed to ensuring that our clients have the freedom to choose the menu they want for their wedding, with the very best quality of ingredients, and excellent service, for a reasonable cost.

See our selection of canapes, starters, mains and desserts that we would serve at your wedding.

 

Canapés

 

  • Collection of Canapiés
  • Grilled Steak & Chip with Bearnaise Sauce - Cod Goujon & Tartare Sauce - Pea, Mint & Feta Bruschetta - Roasted Tomato & Pepper Bruschetta
  • Collection of Canapiés
  • Pea, Mint & Feta Bruschetta - Roasted Tomato & Pepper Bruschetta
  • Grilled Steak & Chip with Bearnaise Sauce - Cod Goujon & Tartare Sauce
  • Mushroom Tartlet - Mushroom Risotto - Karaage Chicken
  • Mushroom Risotto
  • Karaage Chicken with Sriracha Mayo
  • Mushroom Tartlet
  • Karaage Chicken
  • Sausage - Korean Pork - Beef Cheek
  • Beef Cheek
  • Korean Pork Belly & Pickled Kimchi
  • Honey & Mustard Roasted Sausages
  • Roast Seabass, Pickled Shallot & Carrot - Chinese Crispy Duck Spring Roll with Plum Sauce - Smoked Salmon & Boursin Cheese
  • Roast Seabass, Pickled Shallot & Carrot
  • Smoked Salmon & Boursin Cheese
  • Crispy Duck Spring Roll with Plum Sauce
  • Rarebit - Cauliflower - Scallop
  • Seared Scallop, Pea Purée & Pancetta
  • Welsh Rarebit
  • Mushroom Tartlet - Mushroom Risotto - Karaage Chicken
  • Sweet Potato, Carrot & Feta Croquette, Tomato Pisto - Baba Ghanoush & Toasted Flatbread
  • Sweet Potato, Carrot & Feta Croquette, Tomato Pisto - Baba Ghanoush & Toasted Flatbread
  • Sweet Potato, Carrot & Feta Croquette
  • Spiced Lamb Kofta & Tzatziki
  • Baba Ghanoush & Toasted Flatbread
  • Wild Mushroom Risotto Ball & Truffle Oil

The Formal

 

Starters

 

  • Crispy Duck Bonbon, Pickled Radish & Ginger, Lime & Soy Sauce Dressing
  • Crispy Spiced Lamb Shoulder Croquette & Romesco
  • Thai Fishcake, Pickled Mouli Salad & Sweet Chilli, Ginger & Lime Dressing
  • Pickled Beetroot Carpaccio & Maple Glazed Celeriac with Torched Grapefruit
  • Cumin Roasted Squash, Toasted Pine Nuts, Chilli & Coriander Dressing
  • Hummus, Kalamata Olives, Sun Blushed Tomatoes, Griddled Peppers Balsamic Dip with Cured Meats Selection, Pickled Veg & Tomato & Chilli Chutney & Focaccia 01

Mains

 

  • Fillet of Beef, Stilton Gratin, Buttered Spinach, Glazed Carrot & Red Wine Reduction
  • Fillet of Beef, Stilton Gratin, Buttered Spinach, Glazed Carrot & Red Wine Reduction
  • Roast Chicken Supreme with Garlic & Herb Butter, Squash Puree, Thyme Jus & Crushed New Potato with Fresh Herbs
  • Roast Chicken Supreme with Garlic & Herb Butter, Squash Puree, Thyme Jus & Crushed New Potato with Fresh Herbs
  • Roast Rump of Lamb, Pea & Mint Purée, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Red Wine & Rosemary Sauce
  • Roast Rump of Lamb, Pea & Mint Purée, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Red Wine & Rosemary Sauce
  • Slow Braised Feather Blade of Beef with Red Wine Jus & Creamy Mashed Potato
  • Slow Braised Feather Blade of Beef with Red Wine Jus & Creamy Mashed Potato
  • Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Black Pudding, Apple Puree, Cider Sauce & Creamy Mashed Potato
  • Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Black Pudding, Apple Puree, Cider Sauce & Creamy Mashed Potato

Desserts

 

  • Milk Chocolate Profiterole - Summer Berry Pavlova
  • Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce & Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Ginger Granola
  • Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Ginger Granola
  • Summer Berry Pavlova
  • Trio Dessert of Chocolate Chip Brownie, Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Berry Pavlova
  • Trio Dessert of Chocolate Chip Brownie, Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Berry Pavlova
  • Trio Dessert of Chocolate Chip Brownie, Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Berry Pavlova
  • Trio Dessert of Chocolate Chip Brownie, Passionfruit & Vanilla Cheesecake, Berry Pavlova
  • Lemon Tart, Raspberry Gel & Lemon & Lime Cream
  • Lemon Meringue Pie
  • Lemon Tart, Raspberry Gel & Lemon & Lime Cream
  • Lemon Tart, Raspberry Gel & Lemon & Lime Cream
  • Milk Chocolate Profiterole - Lemon Meringue Pie
  • Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce & Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Milk Chocolate Profiterole, Sweet Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce
  • Milk Chocolate Profiterole, Sweet Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce
  • Milk Chocolate Profiterole, Sweet Whipped Cream & Chocolate Sauce
  • Summer Berry Pavlova
  • Summer Berry Pavlova

Vegetarian & Vegan

 

  • Miso Aubergine, Sesame Seeds, Coriander, Spring Onion & Pomegranate Glaze
  • Miso Aubergine, Sesame Seeds, Coriander, Spring Onion & Pomegranate Glaze
  • Thai Red Courgette Curry, Fresh Basil & Saffron Rice
  • Thai Red Courgette Curry, Fresh Basil & Saffron Rice
  • Roasted Cauliflower, Takhar Daal with Lemon & Garlic, Roti Bread 03
  • Roasted Cauliflower, Takhar Daal with Lemon & Garlic, Roti Bread

TESTIMONIALS

  • For our Wedding Breakfast, we chose the relaxed menu, where one guest at each table became the ‘chef.’ This was a huge hit with our guests, and the food was brilliant. After each course, the head waiter checked in with my wife and me to make sure everything was perfect—a lovely touch that didn’t go unnoticed.

    One of the biggest reasons we chose Ashton Lodge was how inclusive and accommodating they were. Many venues we looked at only had space for one bride to get ready, but Ashton Lodge had no hesitation in allocating the Bridal Suite as a second dressing room so we could both have our own space. We didn’t want to see each other before the ceremony, and Natalie and her team made sure we didn’t. They handled everything so seamlessly that it felt like they had done this a thousand times before, which made us feel completely comfortable.

    Our day was truly perfect, and we would highly recommend Ashton Lodge to any couple—straight or LGBTQ+—looking for a beautiful, welcoming venue to celebrate their special day. From start to finish, we felt incredibly well looked after.

    A huge thank you to Natalie and all the staff at Ashton Lodge Country House!
    Elizabeth & Tiffany Hughes

  • We had our wonderful wedding at Plum Park Manor in October 24. It was an absolutely amazing day! We have had the best experience throughout the planning process and on the day everything was perfect.

    Before the wedding we went to planning meetings, open days and tasting menus. This really allowed us to see the full beauty of the venue in different settings. The truth is though, we knew this was the place for us on the first time we visited!

    On the actual wedding day Cherrelle kept everything running smoothly. Nothing felt rushed and we were able to enjoy every moment. The food was delicious both at the wedding breakfast and in the evening. The wood fired pizza was a total hit!

    The venue is immaculate and we loved the new pavilion.

    The morning after we were able to share breakfast with our closest family which was a beautiful way to finish our celebrations.

    If you're looking for a wedding venue Plum Park is truly beautiful and the hosts are wonderful to deal with throughout. Thank you to Cherrelle, Claire, Jo, Rowan and everyone else who helped us celebrate.

    Ellen Chapman-Stiff

  • We got married here in October and it was the best day we could have ever imagined. From the first time we viewed the venue to the very last minute the team were incredible. So helpful, let us have the wedding we had always imagined, and were there for us throughout any bumps along the way. Jess who planned everything with us and Vicky who was there for us on the day, I couldn't have wanted anyone else to help me and my wife plan and coordinate our wedding. They were just the best team.

    The food? Wow, we are still getting compliments over a month later about how amazing the food was here. I can highly recommend the Cauliflower Daahl!!!!

    If you are wanting your dream barn wedding, we highly recommend The Great Barn 🤍

    Rebecca

  • We recently had our 'Christmas Wedding' at Milling Barn. From the first viewing we were blown away, we knew immediately that we had found where we wanted to get married.

    The main barn is spectacular. Divided in to 2 sections (Dairy barn & Main barn) and need minimal decoration to look so beautiful. We chose the Relaxed Menu for our wedding breakfast, with it being a week before Christmas day, we went for Turkey! Nearly month on and we are still hearing from our guests about the food. It really was delicious! We had a very small party for the wedding breakfast so the relaxed menu was perfect for us, we were given 4 huge turkeys which we carved at the table by 3 guests of our choice, everyone LOVED this idea! Genius!

    We were all ushered in to the Dairy barn whilst the main barn was set up for the evening entertainment and guests and the room was transformed. From start to finish, we had the best day thanks to Milling Barn, We're both so glad we got married here and if we had our day again, we wouldn't think twice, Milling Barn every time!

    Natalie Whitehead

  • We recently had our wedding here in February

    From the moment we first visited we knew that this venue was the one for us. The venue is just so pretty it doesn’t need loads of decorations.
    We were assigned Niamh as our wedding planner and she was great from start to finish and especially on the day, they go above and beyond to make sure everything is exactly how you want it and make sure you’re at ease.
    The day went seamlessly and it was everything we had wished for and more!

    The food was amazing and so was the breakfast in the morning.
    The only downside was that the accommodation, some of the rooms didn’t have mugs and some essentials, none of the rooms had hot water in the taps and other than the honeymoon suit, all of the rooms have a green light that was so bright some of our guests couldn’t sleep.

    Overall we loved our wedding, we definitely chose the right venue for us and we want to do it all over again!
    Thank you to Niamh and all the staff at milling barns for making our day perfect!

    Gemma and Sean