Welcome to
The Colwall Ale House
A delightful historic private hire venue near to Malvern and Ledbury
After nearly 500 years the Ale House is still being used by the local community and is available for hire by the public.
The Ale House is ideal for private events such as wedding receptions, christenings, funeral wakes, as well as birthday, anniversary and children’s parties.
It is also used for gatherings such as concerts, talks, workshops, club meetings, keep fit classes, annual dinners and charity events. Regular concerts held by Pindrop Events.
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Nestled on the western side of the Malvern Hills, close to both Malvern and Ledbury, the Colwall Ale House is a beautiful 16th century hall situated on the edge of the churchyard of St. James the Great, Colwall, Herefordshire. It is the perfect private hire venue for your next event.
Music events
Anniversary parties
Workshops
Birthday parties
Community events
Funeral wakes
Celebrations
Photography venue
Quiet retreat days
Meals and Dinners
Film making venue
Receptions & Buffets
Our local private hire facilities include:
Seats 60
Kitchen with single oven, water heater, microwave, refrigerator, urn (no dishwasher)
Cutlery and crockery for 60+
Wine glasses for 90+
5 large trestle tables and 6 small tables (half-sized trestles)
Tablecloths and tea towels
Disabled access
Two toilets, one with wheelchair access
Ample car parking in church car park
Outdoor grass area available by special arrangement
Steeped in 500 years of celebration
Built in the 1530’s, during the reign of Henry VIII, its main use was for “Church Ales”, when ale was sold to raise funds for the Church.
Unfortunately the merriment and carousing that ensued drew unwelcome attention and the Ale House was closed in 1614 and instead became a residence for ‘paupers’.
With the addition of other buildings and the construction of a huge fireplace in the centre, the Ale House was inhabited by Colwall families for the next 300 years. However it was condemned in 1934 as “unfit for habitation” and by the 1980’s it was in a sorry state
Realising what a waste this was, the Rector set about raising the necessary funds to save it and a major restoration was completed.
In 1989 the Ale House once again became a meeting place and centre for Parish and Village activities and is now available for you next event or celebration.
Contact us today
To enquire about hiring the Ale House complete the form or contact Jane below.
Booking Secretary:
Jane Fanshawe
email alehousebooking@gmail.com
or telephone 01684 540596
General Manager:
Leslie Hitchen
Telephone 01684 572636
Colwall Ale House is owned by The Church of St James the Great, Colwall. You can visit the website here