Mon–Fri, 09:00–17:30 UK time
Watermill Theatre & Restaurant has 3 meeting/event spaces for up to 220 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Auditorium (220).
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3 photosPhotography pending verification3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Auditorium | 220 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 150 |
| Restaurant | — | — | 20 | — | — | — | — | 120 |
| Garden Terrace | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 200 |
The Watermill Theatre is a unique venue housed in a beautifully converted 17th-century watermill in the picturesque village of Bagnor, near Newbury. This award-winning producing theatre offers intimate performances in a 220-seat auditorium with excellent sightlines and acoustics. The venue combines theatrical excellence with fine dining, featuring a restaurant that serves modern British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. Set in stunning Berkshire countryside beside the River Lambourn, the venue provides a magical setting for both performances and private events. The theatre is renowned for its high-quality productions and has won numerous awards including the prestigious Peter Brook Empty Space Award.
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Why book with us?
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Dietary options catered for
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
Bagnor, Newbury, RG20 8AE, United Kingdom
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Watermill Theatre & Restaurant is a verified theatre & restaurant in Newbury, hosting up to 220 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Creative, Networking. Verified on-site: food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, creative off-sites and product launches, receptions and networking events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Watermill Theatre & Restaurant has 3 meeting and event spaces in Newbury, seating up to 220 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
The largest event space at Watermill Theatre & Restaurant is Main Auditorium, with a maximum capacity of 220 guests.
Watermill Theatre & Restaurant offers Restaurant on-site, Bar facilities, Garden terrace, Riverside location, Professional Stage Lighting, Sound System, Wireless Microphones across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
Up to 220 guests theatre-style, 150 for dinner events
Professional theatre lighting and sound system, presentation equipment available
Full restaurant catering services with seasonal menus and dietary options
On-site parking available, additional overflow parking nearby
The Watermill Theatre is a unique venue housed in a beautifully converted 17th-century watermill in the picturesque village of Bagnor, near Newbury. This award-winning producing theatre offers intimate performances in a 220-seat auditorium with excellent sightlines and acoustics. The venue combines theatrical excellence with fine dining, featuring a restaurant that serves modern British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. Set in stunning Berkshire countryside beside the River Lambourn, the venue provides a magical setting for both performances and private events. The theatre is renowned for its high-quality productions and has won numerous awards including the prestigious Peter Brook Empty Space Award.
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