Bereavement receptions
The quiet and tranquil setting of Shaw House, next to St. Mary’s Church, makes for a suitable location to hold a bereavement reception. We can offer a variety of rooms for receptions hosting up to a maximum of 100 guests along with options for afternoon tea, canapes and drinks. Audio-visual equipment is available for sharing remembrance photos or videos.
For smaller groups formal afternoon tea can be served to your guests from £14.95 per person or if you are hosting a larger reception then a more relaxed buffet with refreshments can be served from £6 per person. All prices are inclusive of VAT. Room Hire We have nine stunning rooms in which to hold your reception, depending on the number of guests and availability, room hire charges range from £32 - £50.50 per hour. We understand that you may also like to share remembrance photographs or videos and so audio-visual equipment is available for your use.
Afternoon tea £14.95pp
A selection of Fair Trade tea Finger sandwiches One scone with clotted cream and locally produced jam One slice of homemade Victoria sponge cake and one slice of fruit cake.
Buffet (prices per person)
Six seasonal canapés £6.60
Sandwiches and cakes £8.40
Refreshments Tea or coffee (per serving) £1.80 Juice (jug) £6.75
Red or white wine (bottle) £9
Prosecco (bottle) £14 - £22
Beer (500ml) £3
For more information or to discuss your requirements please call 01635 279 279 or email shawhouse@westberks.gov.uk
Download our Bereavement Receptions Brochure here.