Events & Parties FAQs

An events coordinator to work alongside you to support you every step of the way. You will get support from sourcing suppliers to scheduling how your perfect day will run. We have our on-site event managers who provide the logistical assurances that are needed for an outdoor venue; they support the hiring and running of generators, electrics, lighting and sound. An added bonus is they remain on-site all day and are first aid trained-just in case! We also have our own security staff to meet, greet and park your guests and will always offer a welcoming smile. Additionally, we also team up the next day, when heads are sore, to help you with the clean-up operation and smile about all of the fun from the day before.

Alcott is completely family friendly and provides children with the freedom to roam.

Often, rain adds to the fun of an outdoor event and guests very rarely notice. A few years ago, we installed a land drainage system that allows water to drain off and keeps the field firm and not boggy. A road runs from the car park into the field, ensuring those stilettos remain in tip-top condition. All structures have walkway matting to provide added protection.

The field is reasonably flat so hard flooring is not a necessity but if you want the perfect finish then wooden flooring throughout is optional on some of the structures. Capris and Yurts come with a protective layer followed by the matting carpets and dance floors are solid. The Clear span marquees and Canvas marquee have the choice of a protective layer or wooden floor throughout, depending on preference.

The events manager can source a heater for when the temperature drops; alternatively, they can switch them to blast out cold air on a hot summer’s day. The tipis have a fire pit as an option and offer a beautiful, cosy glow, making the immediate surrounding area warm which doesn't overwhelm the whole tipi with heat.

The company we recommend are very posh indeed, quite a talking point at the wedding, definitely not like Glastonbury loos! They play music and light up. The correct size will be recommended to you for your numbers. As they have steps a separate disabled porter unit can be hired- this provides a comfortable baby-change unit, when requested. There is cold running water that is safe to drink, and great for caterers.

The majority of our structures have the capability to have the sides lifted to provide extra air to guests on a hot day. The sides can be lifted on our tipis on a warm, dry day or a weather proofing kit allows views of the rolling hills whilst keeping guests protected from those summer showers. The rest of our structures sides can be lifted/ rolled or clipped back. Bear in mind, the Yurt’s sides can only be lifted on a day with no wind.

Pets often form a major part of events at Alcott. We often have beloved dogs roaming around. This is fine, as long as they are kept on leads. Animals that are part of a corporate event such as ducks for duck herding are more than welcome.

Yes, be reassured that all of our companies use the latest weather fore-casting technologies to ensure that your set-up is perfect for the conditions on the day. In adverse weather conditions, contingencies are put into place and discussed to offer you piece of mind that you remain dry and comfortable in any scenario.

Most of the structures are happy with candles as long as they are in an enclosed casing to avoid fire risks, but always best to check with individual structures. Lanterns pose a fire risk and are not permitted, due to guest safety.

Alcott Farm is a working livery yard and is home to many horses. Unfortunately, we don’t allow fireworks, to avoid undue stress to them.

No, cars are parked in a hard-standing car park.

Yes, security will guide the car there safely.

Yes at owners’ risk.

Yes

Approx. 100

Yes

Alcott hire one out only.

Live bands are to finish at 11pm and DJ till midnight.

We run from May - Early October.

Alvechurch and Wythall locally linking from Birmingham New Street, Moor street and Birmingham International.

Redditch, Solihull, Bromsgrove & Birmingham