The White Hart
Dunstable St, Ampthill, Hertfordshire, MK45 2NG -
From
£3500 min spend
Up to
250 guests
Internal Catering
allowed
Once an 18th century coaching inn, The White Hart in Ampthill is situated in the north of the Georgian market town.
This historic Grade II listed building, which may date back as far as the 16th Century, continues to be a prominent destination in Ampthill. Features include a wall mural above the bar’s fireplace of the Prince of Wales feathers, created by local artists in 1646, whilst our stylish 1930s dining room was built towards the end of the arts and crafts era.
Our Mediterranean-inspired menu is served daily from 8am, and guests can choose from a variety of dishes all freshly prepared in our open kitchen. The provenance and quality of our ingredients is paramount, and our produce is ethically sourced and traceable from field to fork.
From our British meat to our free-range eggs and local beers, care is taken to ensure whether you choose our dry aged ribeye cooked over charcoal in our Josper oven, or local ale battered cod and chips, your dining experience is memorable. For families, we offer a bespoke children’s menu with accompanying activity pack, and most dietary requirements are met with ease.
Our comfortable bar area serves an extensive and varied drinks menu, while our private function space can suit any requirements from birthday celebrations to a corporate lunch.
Outside, enjoy a drink in the courtyard at The White Hart. For when the weather is a little unpredictable, we have a canopy covering providing some additional shelter. Guests are welcome to extend their visit by staying in one of our eight boutique-style bedrooms, which bring together the character of the coaching inn with the comforts of a modern hotel.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 250
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 30
Classroom
up to 30
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Heating
Air conditioning
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Table / chairs included
Whiteboards
Premises parking
Overnight accommodation
Natural light
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Projector & screen
TV screen
Flipchart
WiFi
Space rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
Please Read Carefully 4.1. If the client wishes to cancel the booking prior to an event date, the client must give notice in writing to Oakman Inns. 4.2. All deposits are non-refundable. In the event of cancellation, Oakman Inns may retain the deposit monies already received. 4.3. If notice is given by the client to cancel the reservation within 6 weeks of the event date Oakman Inns shall charge the client 50% of the minimum spend requirement. 4.4. If notice is given by the client to cancel the reservation within 4 weeks of the event date Oakman Inns shall charge the client 75% of the minimum spend requirement. 4.5. If notice is given by the client to cancel the reservation within 2 weeks of the event date Oakman Inns shall charge the client 100% of the minimum spend requirement or total booking value. [whichever is greater] 4.6. In the event of adverse weather conditions such as snow, flooding, fire, storm or acts of government, terrorism or strikes Oakman Inns may refund as is reasonable in the circumstances. All deposits and instalments paid by the client, less all reasonable costs incurred by Oakman Inns, provided the client immediately notifies Oakman Inns of its intention to cancel the event as a result of what's been mentioned. If the client wishes to reschedule the event we require written confirmation and shall make the decision on a case by case basis. However, we reserve the right to refuse this request and may withhold full deposit. If less than 7 working days prior to the event we have the right to request full payment. 4.7. Oakman Inns reserves the right to cancel the enquiry at its sole and absolute discretion by providing notice in writing to the client in the following circumstances: 4.7.1. If the client fails to pay the deposit 4.7.2. If, prior to the event, Oakman Inns reasonably considers that the nature of the event is different from the nature declared when the enquiry was made. [the client will not be entitled to any refund of charges already paid] 4.7.3. If, prior to the event, Oakman Inns become aware of any deterioration in the client’s financial situation such that the company reasonably considers that the client is unable to fulfil its payment obligations under this private hire contract. [the client will not be entitled to any refund of charges already paid] 4.7.4. If Oakman Inns is unable to carry out any of its obligations under the private hire contract due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control. [the client will be entitled to full refund of any charges already paid].
Other rules
Dog Friendly in the Bar area and Outside
Location
Reviews
Michelle Steven
January 2025We recently celebrated our autumn wedding at The Stables at The White Hart in Ampthill. We chose the venue because it was intimate and cosy, perfect for a small wedding. The staff at The White Hart are outstanding! They’re very friendly, welcoming, helpful, knowledgeable and professional. In particular, Amber, Ola and Emily were the staff who managed our booking. I always felt like I was in good hands with them from start to finish. On the day everything was perfect - the venue was set up as we’d planned and it looked fabulous! The food and drinks were amazing, and all the guests commented on how delicious the porchetta was!! Staff on the day were very attentive and helpful. The atmosphere and ambience inside and outside was perfect for our special day, and we can’t thank the team enough for making it so unforgettable!!! We would highly recommend this venue to couples looking for the perfect venue ❤️
Becky
November 2024We had a wonderful meal at The White Hart. It is a gorgeous pub with a delicious menu and a real ambience. The staff were so attentive and friendly. We were sat right next to a birthday party, and some of the guests from the party were quite loud and all stood around our table, which made us feel a bit uncomfortable. Without us even saying anything, the staff offered us free drinks by way of apology. This was so kind, especially as it was not their fault at all. I'd really recommend this as a place for a lovely meal out.
Olivia Hamilton
January 2025I can't recommend this place enough! Emily was super helpful with our preorders and accommodating a food allergy, which made everything so easy. The festive specials we had were delicious, and it was great that the food all came out together. We felt really well looked after with drinks always topped up, and the atmosphere was perfect for our celebration. Overall, it was just a lovely evening that exceeded my expectations!
Claire Dragon
January 2025A lot of character in this building. It was very clean & helpful staff. I was a little disappointed that there was only one steak available & the drink selection was limited but I think my level of expectation was also very high based on the price & appearance of the hotel. Breakfast the next morning was delicious though.
