HAPPENINGS
Led by the Seasons
The Collective Retreat at Thyme
Join us for two nights and three days on The Renewed Intentions Retreat, created uniquely for women in business to allow them to ground, grow and connect to others on a similar path.
Defining Style
Join us this March for an inspiring conversation on the essential elements that bring meaning and beauty to exceptional interiors. Acclaimed interior designer Peter Mikic will be joined by David Gibson of Brownrigg, Joan Barzilay Freund, author of Defining Style: The Book of Interior Design, and author and presenter Alexandra Tolstoy. The discussion will be moderated by Tony Freund, Editorial Director of 1stDibs.
Mother’s Day in the Ox Barn
Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Ox Barn, savouring the flavours of spring. With fresh seasonal produce from our gardens, our chefs have carefully crafted this elegant set menu to be enjoyed en famille.
Sarah Raven at Thyme
Sarah Raven returns to Thyme this March to host four brilliant gardening courses spanning flowers, vegetables and pots.
Ox Barn Wine Supper Club with Artelium
Join us in the Ox Barn for our first Wine Supper Club, hosted with Artelium Wine, a dynamic English wine estate challenging and elevating perceptions of English wine.
The Conscious Home
Join us this April for a panel discussion exploring how thoughtful design choices can support a more sustainable way of living.
Henry Harris Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
On the 29th of April, chef and restaurateur Henry Harris of Bouchon Racine joins Charlie Hibbert, Chef Director of the Ox Barn, for a restaurant takeover celebrating Henry’s generous, classical French cooking.
Joe Woodhouse Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
On Wednesday 24th June, cookbook author Joe Woodhouse comes to Thyme to cook a vegetarian feast with Chef Director Charlie Hibbert.
Fashioning the Crown
Justine Picardie, author of Fashioning the Crown, in conversation with Oriole Cullen, Head of Modern Textiles and Fashion at the V&A, discussing the ways in which visual iconography has safeguarded the monarchy throughout history.
Thuy Diem Pham Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
Thuy Diem Pham, acclaimed Vietnamese chef and author, joins Charlie Hibbert, Chef Director of the Ox Barn, for our first restaurant takeover of 2026.
The Swan Pub Quiz - 8th February
ROLL UP, ROLL UP - IT'S QUIZ NIGHT!
We’re delighted to invite you to The Swan for our quiz night, chaired by owner and quiz master extraordinaire, Jerry Hibbert.
Homing Instinct: Design for a Working House
A conversation with Interior Designer, Nicola Harding about the principles of her new book, how to create a home that combines comfort, colour and a sense of place.
Burns Night at The Swan
Don your tartan and celebrate Robert Burns with us at the Swan, traditional Scottish fayre and whisky pairings await…
Christmas Day Village Drinks in The Swan
As is tradition, the pub will be open for village drinks on Christmas Day
Christmas Carol Service at St Peter’s Church
The Christmas Carol Service at St. Peter's Church, Southrop takes place at 6pm, followed by drinks in the Tithe Barn next door.
The Swan Pub Quiz - 14th December
ROLL UP, ROLL UP - IT'S QUIZ NIGHT!
We’re delighted to invite you to The Swan for our quiz night, chaired by owner and quiz master extraordinaire, Jerry Hibbert.
A Reindeer Rendez-Vous
Dancer and Blizten are coming to Thyme!
On Sunday 14th December come and meet two delightful reindeer from Randwick Reindeer. Bring your little ones for a magical morning of Gingerbread Reindeer decorating, followed by a festive lunch in the Ox Barn, before or after meeting the reindeer.
Event Details:
Please note: this event is for Ox Barn guests and cookery class guests only.
Guests are kindly asked not to bring dogs on the day as they scare the reindeer.
Gingerbread Reindeer in the Cookery School
the two classes will take place at 10.30am and 11.45am
£20 per child, children must be accompanied by an adult.
A Reindeer Lunch in the Ox Barn
The reindeer will be roaming next to the Ox Barn to pet and have photos with between 12.30 and 2.00 pm.
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Spaghetti Ragu 12
Sausage, mash & peas 12
Fish & chips 12
Cheesy pasta 12
Rudolph’s roasted carrots 3.5
Peas 3.5
Chips 3.5
Reindeer sundae 8
vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce & reindeer bark
Gingerbread surprise 8
Gingerbread ice cream & gingerbread reindeer
Hot chocolate 4.5
mini marshmallows & candy cane
Christmas with Skye McAlpine
Join acclaimed cook and food writer Skye McAlpine at Thyme on Friday 12th December to celebrate the release of her new book, The Christmas Companion: Recipes, Crafts and Inspiration for a Magical Festive Season. In conversation with food writer Molly Tait-Hyland, Skye will share the inspirations behind The Christmas Companion; the art of hosting with ease, and the small rituals that make this season truly magical.
Live Music: In the Baa Bar
Introducing Marcello in the Baa this Festive Season!
Start your Thursday evening in the best possible way, sipping on elegant botanical cocktails and fine wines, while you carouse to live music and joyful cheer, before dining in the magnificent Ox Barn.
At Home with Today’s Creatives; New English Interiors
Elizabeth Metcalfe, Features Editor of House and Garden Magazine and author of New English Interiors is joined by designers Cath Kidson and James Mackie to discuss the ever-evolving ‘English style’.
The Bertioli & Friends Christmas Market
As the festive season draws closer, we're gathering some of our favourite local brands for this year's Bertioli & Friends Christmas Market, in support of Horatio's Garden.
Live Music: In the Baa Bar
Introducing Marcello in the Baa this Festive Season!
Start your Thursday evening in the best possible way, sipping on elegant botanical cocktails and fine wines, while you carouse to live music and joyful cheer, before dining in the magnificent Ox Barn.
Olia Hercules Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
On Thursday 6th November, celebrated Ukrainian chef and food writer Olia Hercules takes over the Ox Barn for one night only.
Talk: Strong Roots; Bread & War
Join author and chef Olia Hercules and Channel 4 News chief writer and food journalist Felicity Spector for an intimate conversation where they’ll share stories from their books, Strong Roots and Bread & War, reflecting on their personal histories, the people and places in Ukraine that inspire them, the terrible impact of the war, and how food sustains body and spirit in times of conflict.
A New English Style
Join renowned designers Mary Graham and Nicole Salvesen of Salvesen Graham, together with writer Aimee Farrell, Contributing Editor at the Financial Times’ How To Spend It, for an inspiring discussion on the art of country living and their debut book, A New English Style, at Thyme’s Tithe Barn.
Thomasina Miers Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
On Wednesday 1st October, Thomasina Miers - award-winning chef and food writer - joins Thyme’s Chef Director Charlie Hibbert for a restaurant takeover of the Ox Barn.
Matthew Ryle Ox Barn Restaurant Takeover
On Wednesday 3rd September, Matthew Ryle - Executive chef partner of Maison and Café François - joins Charlie Hibbert, Chef Director of the Ox Barn, for Thyme’s first ever restaurant takeover.