Anniversary Venue in Lichfield
Celebrate Your Special Milestones at St Johns House
St Johns House is the perfect venue for hosting anniversary celebrations, be it a wedding anniversary, a work anniversary, or a big birthday bash.
Our exclusive hire package ensures you have complete privacy and freedom to celebrate your special occasion exactly how you want to.
Intimate or Grand Celebrations, We Cater to You
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering with close family or a grand celebration with friends and colleagues, we can accommodate your needs.
The Drawing Room
Comfortably host smaller gatherings of up to 25 guests.
The PaviLion
A spacious hall with doors onto our patio for up to 50 guests.
Combined
For larger gatherings with multiple zones, book both the Drawing Room and the Pavilion.
Room hire rates will be provided on enquiry.
A Private and Exclusive Anniversary Venue
For a more private celebration, enjoy the exclusivity of our charming venue and comfortable accommodations.
Our 12 elegant bedrooms (11 double and 1 single) provide a relaxing retreat for you and your guests, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable overnight experience.
Wake up the next morning to a delicious breakfast together before departing.
What Exclusive Use Gives You
With an exclusive booking, your anniversary party can expand beyond a single room. Fill the venue with full privacy.
- Complete exclusivity, with no other event sharing the venue
- A private bar
- Planning support from our team, from setup to the end of the day
- Freedom to decorate for any aesthetic
- Bespoke menus from our chef
- Trusted suppliers for musicians and entertainers
Celebrations run with exclusive use from 12pm to 7pm.
For overnight bookings, timings are flexible and confirmed on enquiry.
Winter or Summer, The Perfect Setting
Our Georgian property provides a beautiful backdrop all year round. During the winter months, cosy up by our crackling fires and enjoy the warm ambience. In the summer, take advantage of our Pavilion’s bi-fold doors that open onto a patio, perfect for welcome drinks and al fresco dining.
Bespoke Menus For Every Taste
Our talented chef can design a bespoke menu to suit your taste and preferences. From a delicious charcoal grill menu to a traditional English buffet, we have a variety of options to choose from. We can also cater to any dietary requirements.
Entertainment to Match Your Celebration
We have a network of trusted suppliers, including harpists and acoustic singers, who can add a touch of musical magic to your anniversary party.
Create Unforgettable Memories
At St Johns House, we understand that your anniversary is a special occasion. We are dedicated to helping you create unforgettable memories that you will cherish for years to come.
Roaming Menu
Chicken Liver parfait on brioche, raisins & granola
Nduja & caramelized onion sausage roll finish with touch of cayenne pepper, chipotle mayo
Jamon croquette with aged parmesan & chorizo emulsion
Smoked Haddock bonbon with lemon emulsion
White crab on sourdough, lemon, compressed cucumber & dill
Salmon & prawn fish cake, red Thai curry mayonnaise
Bombay samosa with mango chutney
Wild mushroom arancini with tarragon emulsion
Caprese bruschetta, pesto, toasted pine nuts & mozzarella
Traditional Greek souvlaki, pitta bread, salad with Sriracha
Pork shoulder casserole, potato rosti, chives crème fraiche & chilli
Beef cheek, massaman curry, coconut jasmine rice with crispy onion
‘Gambas Al Ajilo’ on sourdough with roasted tomatoes
Korean BBQ Cod, soy noodles, pak choi & coriander
Lemon seabass, warm potato salad, samphire, caviar crème sauce
Sourdough with Welsh rarebit, watercress pickle shallots salad & carrot
Twice baked cheese souffle, rocket, sun blush tomato, cheddar cream & basil oil
Risotto Primavera, pea shoots, herb oil & aged parmesan
Crispy pork belly, Pomme Anna, cabbage, confit chorizo, Sichuan sauce
Chicken parmigiano, rich tomato sauce, rigatoni pasta, rocket & parmesan
Beef meatballs, Gruyère mash, kale & bourguignon sauce
Beer battered haddock, triple cooked chips, pea puree, tartar sauce
Curried salmon, Bombay potatoes, spinach with korma sauce
Torched cod, spinach, crispy potatoes with anduja sauce
Warm smoked mackerel, beetroot & butternut salad, pumpkin seeds, lemon vinaigrette
Beetroot roscoff onion tatin with cashew nuts watercress pickle salad & asparagus
Lentils & mushroom pie, topped with sweet potato puree & parmesan
Aubergine Schnitzel plant based feta, sundried cherry tomato, pesto & warm red pepper chutney
3 x Choices – £24.00 per head
4 x Choices – £32.00 per head
SIT DOWN AFTERNOON TEA MENU
British ham, piccalilli & lettuce
Prawn marie rose, avocado & baby gem
Russell's topside of beef, horseradish, rocket
Egg coronation salad
St Johns sausage roll with mustard seeds
Yorkshire puddings, topside, Dijon mash, gravy & cress
Chorizo & Manchego scones with onion jam
Ham Hock & caper terrine, celeriac remoulade
Scones with raisins, Cornwall clotted cream & mixed berry jam
Profiteroles with coffee cream
Cherry frangipani & almonds
Chocolate brownie, honeycomb, berries, cinnamon granola
£45.00 per head
CHARCOAL MENU
A fantastic menu choice that is sociable and varied, with meat cooked on the BBQ complemented by a wonderful selection of side dishes for everyone to enjoy. Followed by a delicious pudding, this menu is perfect for any occasion. Dietary equivalents are always available — an informal way of eating with no compromise on food quality.
Packington Pork Loin -
Slow roasted pork loin
Served with
Tenderstem broccoli with toasted almonds & beetroot, finished with butter
Jersey potato salad with gherkins, red onions, dill, garlic & mustard
Lamb’s lettuce, apple & asparagus salad with figs & raspberry dressing
Chicory salad with Gorgonzola, orange & citrus dressing
Roasted Granny Smith apple sauce
Henry Weston’s vintage pear cider cream sauce
£60 Per Head
Packington Chicken
Packington chicken marinated with lemon and thyme
Served with
Artisan potato wedges roasted with smoked paprika & garlic
Char-grilled sweetcorn brushed with salted butter
Crisp romaine, parmesan, garlic croutons, anchovies & Caesar dressing
Traditional Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, red onion & feta finished with extra virgin oil
Garlic aioli
Citrus cream sauce with a touch of prosecco
£65 Per Head
Staffordshire Beef
Topside of beef with Sichuan pepper, rosemary and garlic
Served with
Roasted Jersey Royals
Rocket with pear, walnuts, Shropshire blue cheese, pickled shallots & British apple
Grilled zucchini, roast peppers & cashew nuts with garlic & mint vinaigrette
Caprese salad with mozzarella, rocket, onions, olives & tomato finished with extra virgin oil
Vibrant chimichurri sauce
Beef jus with juniper & rosemary
£70 Per Head
Staffordshire Lamb
Staffordshire leg of lamb roasted with seasonal herbs and finished with natural pan juices
Served with
Jersey Royals minted potatoes
Watermelon & feta salad with pickled onions
British apple, fennel, watercress & walnut salad
Roasted beetroot & goat’s cheese salad with radicchio & pumpkin seeds
Refreshing tzatziki with cucumber, garlic & lemon
Mint pomegranate gravy
£70 Per Head
Pescatarian, Vegetarian & Vegan
Roast Cod
Crispy Jersey Royals, asparagus, dill oil & warm tartar sauce with side plate for salads
Aubergine Schnitzel (Plant Based Feta)
Sundried cherry tomato, pesto & warm red pepper chutney
Beetroot & Roscoff Onion Tatin
Cashew nuts, watercress pickle salad & asparagus
All options served with
Citrus plant-based butter
Jersey Royals with thyme & garlic
Plant-based seasonal salad
Dessert
These will be served plated to each guest
Caramelised apple crème brûlée with raspberry sorbet & biscotti
Chocolate brownie with honeycomb, berry compote & ice cream
Plate of artisan cheese with chutney, grapes & crackers
Lime & lemon mint posset with raspberry coulis & French meringue
Mixed berry crumble with sable topping & custard
CANAPÉS
Meat Canapés
Chicken satay skewers with crisp pine nuts & chilli crumb
Lamb kofta with refreshing tzatziki sauce
Yorkshire pudding with Dijon mash, tender beef & horseradish
Crispy pork belly bites with Granny Smith apple sauce
Ham hock on croute, accompanied with piccalilli
Traditional Greek souvlaki, infused with aromatic herbs & tzatziki
Chicken liver pâté on brioche with raisins & Madeira
Portuguese piri piri chicken with lemon & garlic aioli
Fish Canapés
Golden haddock bonbons served with a zesty lemon emulsion
White crab on sourdough with lemon, compressed cucumber & dill
Traditional fish & chips boats with peas & tartar sauce
Paella arancini accompanied by a saffron emulsion
Vegetarian Canapés
Gougères, light choux pastry with Gruyère & parmesan curd
Filo parcels with feta served with mango chutney
Carrot & parsnip bhajis served with curried emulsion
Bombay golden samosas with curried mayonnaise & chilli oil
Sweet Canapés
Brownie with cream, berries & granola
Caramel apples with marshmallows & chocolate soil
Mini scones with Cornwall clotted cream & mixed berry jam
Profiteroles stuffed with coffee cream
Set 3 course menu
3 Course Menu 2026
Choose the same starter, main and dessert for everyone.
Dietary needs can be accommodated.
Parsnip Veloute
Pickled pear & vanilla, served with onion bread
Chicken Liver Parfait
Raisin chutney, granola, watercress & sliced brioche
Lightly Smoked Mackerel
Ajo blanco, grapes & dill oil
Crispy Goat’s Cheese
Beetroot, chicory, candied walnuts & raspberry dressing
Staffordshire Topside of Beef
Yorkshire pudding, soubise onion puree & watercress
Chicken Supreme
Mushroom ketchup, fondant potato, purple sprouting broccoli & thyme jus
Joint of Pork Loin
Crackling, apricot sausage stuffing & Granny Smith apple sauce
Leg of Lamb
Mint pea puree, lamb lettuce & braised lamb shoulder
Sea Bass Fillet
Warm potato salad, buttered leeks, dill oil & watercress sauce
Aubergine Schnitzel (Plant Based Feta)
Sundried cherry tomato, pesto & warm red pepper chutney
All served with a bowl of seasonal vegetables.
To Finish
Mixed Berry & Rhubarb Crumble
Vanilla custard
British Apple Crème Brûlée
Italian meringue & orange shortbread
Plate of 5 Artisan Cheeses
Chutney, crackers & grapes
Treacle Tart
Clotted cream ice cream
£60 per head
STAND UP AFTERNOON TEA MENU
Sandwiches
Mature aged cheddar with sliced tomato
Coronation chicken
Free range egg mayonnaise & cress
Tuna dill soft cheese cucumber
To Complement
St Johns House sausage rolls
Parsnip crisps or carrot crisps
To Finish
Scones with raisins, Cornwall clotted cream & mixed berry jam
Carrot cake, orange cream, candied walnut
Chocolate brownie, strawberries & cream
Option 2
Sandwiches
Caprese, mozzarella, pesto, rocket & tomato
New York Style pastrami, pickles, emmental with siracha mayonnaise
Egg mayonnaise, avocado & baby gem
Smoked Salmon, soft goats' cheese, capers & pickled onion
To Complement
St Johns House sausage roll with onion seeds
Bombay samosa & curried mayonnaise
Paella arancini with lemon emulsion
To Finish
Profiteroles with Chantilly cream
Coffee walnut cake, candied walnut
Chocolate brownie, berries, cinnamon granola
Scones with raisins, Cornwall clotted cream & mixed berry jam
£24.95 per head
Children's MENU
To Start
Crudites & hummus
Tomato soup with buttery sourdough
Cheese garlic ciabatta
Sausage roll & ketchup
Tomato pasta with cheese ciabatta
Fish goujons & coleslaw
Beef burger with French fries & sweet corn
Margherita pizza & French fries
Chicken nuggets with French fries & peas
Chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
Marshmallows skewers with watermelon and kiwi finish with chocolate sauce
Chocolate biscuit whipping cream finish with Haribo bears
Mini ice cream sticks or ice lollies
3 Course Meal – £20 Per Head
Afternoon Tea Plate – £15 Per Head