GROUP FACILITIES

BRAMBLE HALL

Bramble Hall, Blackberry Farm’s extraordinary event center, was inspired by the timber-framed barns and rural halls that once hosted everything from harvests and meetings, to dances and weddings. Just as those hard-working farm structures were distinguished by their versatility, Bramble Hall was designed to accommodate a range of events and activities, from more intimate and private dining and event experiences of 15–48 people to larger 140-person events.

Located just across from The Barn, Bramble Hall is a natural manifestation of Blackberry Farm's longstanding passion for the arts and entertainment, as well as a reflection of the Beall family’s love of hosting remarkable private events and experiences. Notable features include configurable meeting and dining spaces, a bar with reception space and an amphitheater. A one-of-a-kind wine tunnel connects the venue to Blackberry—both figuratively and literally. The cellar passage, which was an experience Sam and Mary Celeste Beall knew would delight guests, links Bramble Hall philosophically to the wine and food roots of the property, while also connecting guests and performers directly and discretely to The Barn.

The redesign of Bramble Hall was led by Blackberry Farm Design. Highlights include an eclectic mix of patterns, textures and rich jewel-toned colors, giving the more rustic architecture of the space a modern look; custom-designed furniture; an abstract hand-painted ceiling over the Black Cap bar; custom area rugs from Stark Carpet; and a custom-designed wall divider. The divider features upholstery with an embroidered swirled linen fabric, leather with nail head trim, a custom, hand-made antique mirror, and wood veneer walls that resemble the interior of Bramble Hall‘s walls. The result is a magical, expansive setting designed to be filled with the sound of lively conversation, laughter and live music.

For group inquiries, please contact group sales by filling out a request for proposal.

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Highlights & Features

Configurable meeting and dining spaces including a custom-designed wall divider
A bar with reception space
Covered amphitheater
Underground wine tunnel connecting guests and performers directly and discretely to The Barn
Rustic architecture with a modern look

Executive Chef at Bramble Hall

Sarah Steffan

From line cook to pastry chef to sous chef, Sarah Steffan held just about every title in the kitchen along her journey at Blackberry Farm. With more than 10 years of experience already in her career, Sarah was promoted to executive chef and opened The Dogwood at Blackberry Farm® for dinner in April 2015. In 2024, she transitioned her role to open another new private group dining experience at the Farm, taking on the title of executive chef of Bramble Hall.

Sarah cultivated a deep relationship with the food on her table from a young age, growing up with the space to plant gardens and milk goats at home and spending time in the kitchen cooking with her family. Prior to Blackberry Farm, Sarah spent many years working in other Relais & Châteaux kitchens, including The Point, Fearrington House and Lake Placid Lodge. A graduate of Paul Smith’s College in New York, Sarah also studied abroad at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Throughout her career, she learned how to cook using fresh, local and sustainable ingredients, and she continues that passion for quality with the menus she curates today. Creating distinctive and seasonally-inspired dishes that celebrate the region, Sarah’s philosophy of cooking marries perfectly with Blackberry Farm’s Foothills Cuisine®. Behind the scenes, Sarah is a supportive and impactful leader in the kitchen, encouraging her team to explore their culinary creativity and celebrating the ideas they bring to the menu.