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funeral receptions
A Respectful, Private Setting for Funeral Gatherings & Wakes
At The Lesters Arms, we understand how important it is to have a peaceful, private space where family and friends can gather to reflect, remember, and celebrate a loved one’s life.
Located just outside the village of Brewood, our venue offers a calm and dignified environment, personalised service, and flexible catering options – all thoughtfully designed to ease the stress of planning during a difficult time.
private, flexible spaces
Choose our private room for gatherings, of up to 60 guests. Arranged to suit memorial displays, photo tables, floral tributes, and shared moments of remembrance.
Compassionate, Discreet Support
Our experienced team offers a caring, unobtrusive service, ensuring everything runs smoothly - allowing you to focus on what matters most.
Bespoke Tribute Gatherings
We offer thoughtful touches to help you create a meaningful occasion, including venue décor options for photo displays and memory tables, AV equipment for video tributes or photo slideshows, and extended time slots to give you and your guests the time you need together.
Short Notice & Same-Day Availability
We understand that plans are sometimes made at short notice. We offer flexible availability and fast response for funeral directors coordinating on behalf of families.
SPECIALLY CURATED DINING PACKAGES
We offer clear, fixed-price packages, which can be tailored to suit your needs:
EVENING / FINGER BUFFET
• Selection of sandwiches and wraps.
• Homemade Sausage rolls.
• Tortilla chips, guacamole, salsa & sour cream.
• and much more.
FROM £14.95 PER PERSON
evening hot roast baps
• Selection of hot roast meats, to include roast pork, roast turkey and stuffing, Staffordshire Sirloin of beef.
• Gravy.
• Hand cut chips.
FROM £11.95 PER PERSON
MIN. 20 PEOPLE.
hot & cold buffet dining
• Minute steaks, red onion marmalade, café au lait sauce, roasted new pots.
• Piri piri chicken, on the bone, garlic bread, savoury rice.
• and much more.
FROM £29.95 PER PERSON
MIN. 25 PEOPLE.
All packages include private room hire, table arrangements, discreet service, car parking, and personalised event coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we view the space before booking?
Yes - private viewings can be arranged, with or without catering, at short notice.
Can we decorate the space with photos, flowers or memory tables?
Absolutely - our team can help set up memory tables, framed photographs, and tribute displays.
Do you work with funeral directors?
Yes - we regularly accommodate bookings made directly via local funeral directors.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
No - we welcome small family groups as well as larger receptions.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes - all menus can be fully adapted for dietary and religious requirements.
