The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset Issue 30: Winter 2023/24 | Page 29

TBE PARTNERSHIP WITH BATH RUGBY

Parties and corporate events at Farleigh House

Bath Rugby is opening up its doors as a one-of-a-kind events venue in the Somerset countryside .
Situated just 15 minutes from Bath city centre , Farleigh House is a magnificent Georgian mansion set in 135 acres of outdoor space , with plenty of parking and a host of flexible spaces .
Jojo Bowles , Head of Farleigh Experiences , said , “ We ’ re really excited to officially launch Farleigh House as an event space .
“ The venue offers the best of both worlds from our elegant traditional mansion house to our new-state-of-the-art auditorium . The spaces available can be configured in different ways to accommodate parties , corporate events , teambuilding days and more .
“ At Farleigh House , nothing goes unnoticed . Attention to detail is paramount . Both indoor and outdoor spaces are all immaculately and lovingly maintained . This is a space like no other , made by the people who tend to it , week in and week out .
“ Supporting and working with local people is something we are incredibly passionate about . We have huge trust in our Farleigh House partners , selected for their locality but also their attention to detail , energy and genuine passion for their area of expertise . When sourcing our partners , we focused on supporting , and providing opportunity for the local economy and the passionate , fantastic local business owners in the Bath and Bristol area .”
Farleigh House partners include :
• Pasetti & Boote ( catering )
• Wild Fork West ( catering )
• Queen & Whippet ( catering )
• Buffalo Tipis
• Archers Marquees
Jojo , added , “ This is not a soulless venue . There is an energy buzzing around the house and grounds . Working alongside a professional sporting environment gives us our competitive edge . We are preparing to perform all week .
“ We have a number of packages available to suit different needs , events and budgets . Please do get in touch and we ’ ll help you create an event that ’ s memorable for all the right reasons .”
FARLEIGH HOUSE For milestone parties , together days and networking events . Board Room – 12 seated , 40 standing Music Room – 40 seated , 80 standing Grand Hall – 85 seated , 120 seated theatre style and 150 standing
CASTLE COURT For Christmas parties , wakes and panel talks . 70 seated 100 standing
GROUNDS For summer garden parties and team building activities . Up to 200 seated Up to 200 standing
AUDITORIUM For talks , screenings and more . 90 seated
To find out more visit : www . farleigh . house or email : events @ farleigh . house

New season – new partnerships

Bath Rugby signs first ever Official Wine Partner
Bath Rugby is pleased to welcome leading Argentine wine brand Viñalba as its first ever official wine partner . Produced by award-winning winery Bodegas Fabre , Viñalba was launched in the UK in 2007 with Buckingham Schenk . Since then , it has won over 300 medals in major wine competitions and is sold in eight countries worldwide .
The partnership will see the internationally renowned brand stocked at The Rec at all Bath Rugby home matches as well as other official club events .
Viñalba will also feature on the back of all Bath Rugby playing shirts , on advertising boards pitchside at The Rec and in the digital programme .
Craig Durham , Managing Director of Viñalba importer Buckingham Schenk , said , “ As our first ever high-profile partnership for Viñalba , I couldn ’ t be more pleased for us to become the first ever Official Wine Partner of Bath Rugby . The synergies between Viñalba and Bath Rugby are plain to see and I cannot wait to start working with them for the 2023 / 2024 season onward .”
Tom Giles , Head of Business Development at Bath Rugby , added , “ We are delighted to welcome Viñalba as the club ’ s first Official Wine Partner . Aligning with our values and ambition , Viñalba are committed to building a long-term partnership with the club . Viñalba ’ s award-winning wine will be available to all fans at home matchdays at The Rec and events at Farleigh House , which includes our first co-branded bottle of Malbec for supporters to enjoy . We look forward to working together throughout the partnership .”
Bath Rugby and Watches of Bath announce new partnership
In an exciting new partnership , and a club first , Bath Rugby can confirm Watches of Bath has joined as its Official Watch Retailer .
The luxury time-piece retailer will feature prominently on the shorts of Bath Rugby ’ s playing kit .
Watches of Bath and its personnel are no stranger to The Rec , having spent many Saturday afternoons at the home of the Blue , Black and White .
In securing the new partnership , Watches of Bath will be on show to those living in Bath as well as those who come to watch a Bath Rugby fixture as part of a weekend away to the destination city .
Tom Giles , Head of Business Development at Bath Rugby , said , “ The club is pleased to be able to announce this partnership with Watches of Bath . The company is a premium retailer which has a strong affinity to the city and we ’ re proud to have it featured on the shorts of the Bath Rugby playing kit .
Supporters and watch enthusiasts are welcomed to visit the Watches of Bath headquarters in the city of Bath to view its luxury collection of timepieces .
James Mercer , Watches of Bath , Director , said , “ Watches of Bath is delighted to announce that is has partnered with Bath Rugby as the club ’ s Official Watch Retailer . To be part of the sporting community in the heart of the city is something that Watches of Bath is very proud of , especially with a club that has always been part of our lives .”
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