Romsey’s Kimbridge Barn will transform into Hampshire’s answer to a Balearic beach club this June when the venue hosts its fifth Summer Sundowner on Saturday 13 June. The countryside setting will surrender its usual tranquillity for a single night of golden-hour cocktails, live Ibiza-inspired music, and late-night dancing under candlelit canopies and alfresco tables.
The event opens with a complimentary Altos Reposado Tequila Paloma served on arrival, a nod to the Balearic spirit that inspired the party. Headlining the live set is the Cordelectra Trio, whose Ibiza-inspired lounge and deep-house fusion will pulse through the courtyard from 6pm until midnight. A limited roster of 48 courtyard dining spots is already 90% booked, each offering a seasonal sharing menu built around wood-fired pizzas, Berkshire lamb, and Hampshire asparagus.
Key Points
- ✅ Fifth annual Summer Sundowner scheduled for 13 June at Kimbridge Barn, Romsey
- ⚡ Complimentary Altos Reposado Tequila Paloma for all guests
- 💡 Cordelectra Trio to headline with Ibiza-inspired lounge and deep-house fusion
Organisers have installed a 12-metre LED canopy to mimic sunset hues over the Hampshire hills, while a bespoke cocktail station will serve four signature drinks priced between £10 and £14. Late-night transport is provided by five 16-seat minibuses that shuttle guests to Romsey train station every hour between 11pm and 2am at no extra cost.
| Feature | Summer Sundowner | Typical wedding reception |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival drink | Complimentary tequila Paloma | Champagne toast |
| Music style | Ibiza lounge & deep house | Disco or function band |
| Dance floor | Outdoor courtyard, 120 sq m | Indoor marquee, variable size |
Tickets are priced at £75 per person and include entry, the first cocktail, and access to the late-night shuttle service. Children under 12 are welcome until 9pm with a £25 reduced ticket, after which the event becomes 18+. Organisers report that 55% of tickets have already been snapped up, with a surge in sales following last week’s feature in Hampshire Life magazine.
💡 Pro Tip
Arrive by 5:30pm to secure a table near the olive trees for the best sunset photos and minimal crowd noise.
In a twist, this year’s decor will include a 4-tonne sand installation imported from Dorset, creating a mini beach inside the barn’s courtyard. Tables are dressed with handwoven Spanish runners, vintage glassware, and brass hurricane lamps that flicker as dusk falls. The venue’s usual duck pond has been temporarily transformed into a 12-metre infinity pool for the night, complete with underwater lighting and a floating DJ booth.
📋 By The Numbers
- 48 — Number of courtyard dining tables available
- £75 — Individual ticket price including first cocktail and late-night transport
- 120 — Maximum dance-floor capacity
- 5 — Number of minibuses providing shuttle service
Kimbridge Barn’s co-founder, Sarah Whitmore, said the event fuses the venue’s rural roots with a Mediterranean escape. “We wanted to give Hampshire revellers a taste of Ibiza without the 2,000-mile flight,” she explained. “The golden hour lighting, the tequila, the music—it’s a sensory experience that’s become a summer ritual for locals and visitors alike.”
