If you’re looking for a venue that breaks away from the boardroom, Ark Buffalo in Hampshire offers something truly special. Set on a 500-acre wild working farm, just 20 minutes from Salisbury, Winchester or Andover, and only 90 minutes from London, this is the perfect escape for corporate away days, big birthday bashes, or weekend-long celebrations.
At Ark Buffalo, nature takes centre stage but that doesn’t mean you have to rough it, kind of. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or hosting hundreds, the team can tailor the set-up to suit your group. For larger events, Kyber Camp is a standout. Hidden in the rolling downs, it’s a fully off-grid, festival-style venue complete with two circus tents (one kitted out with a sound system, the other with vintage sofas), a tipi, a bar trailer, fire bowls, showers, compost loos, and ample space for dancing, dining or even camping. The infrastructure is rustic but clever, much of it built on-site using salvaged materials and the views across the valley are unforgettable.
Prefer something indoors? The Barn provides a weatherproof alternative with just as much atmosphere. With space for up to 150 guests, it includes a bar, stage, dance floor and lighting which is ideal for big birthday parties, company milestones, or product launches. The team can assist with everything from event management to staffing the bar, and there’s even the option to spill out into the adjacent meadow for summer soirées or al fresco activities.
For overnight stays or smaller group sessions, the Yurt Camp offers a peaceful, tucked-away site complete with its own hand-built yurt, riverside paddling spot, and kitchen garden surroundings. It’s great for wellness retreats, team-building weekends, or just winding down after a big bash in the barn. And, with sharing platters like Basque-style flat fish or aged sirloin on the bone catered in house, and a focus on low-impact, regenerative farming, this is a venue where sustainability, style and celebration go hand in hand.