What are the starting prices for small party venues in Oxford?

For a basic setup, you can expect around £15 per person. A £75 hire fee may apply depending on the venue and booking method. For larger events or more premium spaces, minimum spend venues will start around £2500 . (All data from Tagvenue).

Can I serve alcohol in a small party venue in Oxford?

Yes, most small party venues in Oxford allow alcohol service, either through an in-house bar or a BYO option. Whether you’re celebrating at The Red Lion , BrewDog Oxford , or another local spot, you can enjoy fully licensed facilities or bring your own drinks to suit your preference. It’s a simple way to make sure your guests have the drinks they love while celebrating your special occasion.

What are some popular small party venues in Oxford?

The Breakfast Club Oxford is a unique rooftop café and restaurant at the Westgate shopping centre. It offers a distinctive food and drink menu, an alcohol licence until midnight, and facilities for playing your own music. With capacity for up to 70 standing or 50 seated , it’s a great choice for birthdays, celebrations, corporate events, and other social gatherings. The Red Lion Oxford offers a private dining room for hire, offering a cosy and adaptable space for your celebration. Whether you’re planning a sit-down meal, a buffet, or a drinks reception, the pub’s upstairs room comfortably hosts up to 20 guests and opens onto a terrace for a unique outdoor touch. Need more room? The adjoining dining area can be added to accommodate up to 50 guests . It’s a great choice for birthdays, social events, and team get-togethers.

The 16 Best Small Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

The Blue Room

Pub

Private space

D

Dr G.
“The room was clean pleasant and the staff appeared to try to do everything to make my birthday party go well.”

from £300
minimum spend / per session

Backseat Becky's

40 guests

The Breakfast Club Oxford

(5)

Oxford

Restaurant

Whole venue

K

Katie B.
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food”

from £500
minimum spend / per morning

The Vaulted Bar

100 guests

Plush Oxford

Oxford

Bar in a Nightclub

Private space

Located in the vaulted cellars of the Oxford Union, Plush is a versatile event and party space, in the heart of historic Oxford, made up of a cocktail bar and seating area, a nightclub and a dancefloor.

from £60
hire fee / per hour

The Assembly Room

Hall

Private space

The marvellous Assembly Room, originally called the Banqueting Hall, is bound to wow your guests with its character and original features. With its carved timber ceiling, gorgeous wood panelling, impressive fireplace and

from £220
hire fee / per hour

Full Venue - Caf & Bar

120 guests

The Breakfast Club Oxford

(5)

Oxford

Restaurant

Whole venue

The Breakfast Club Oxford + Backseat Becky's Private Bar area is the Perfect space for your event. These two venues can be hired together, for an evening of Networking + Breakout Secret Bar Area for a Dance.

from £3500
minimum spend / per evening

Restaurant

55 guests

City Arms, Oxford

Oxford

Restaurant in a Pub

Private space

Our semi-private restaurant at City Arms, Oxford offers a stylish and versatile space perfect for your next event. Available for hire on selected days of the week, the space can accommodate up to 40 guests standing with furniture

from £250
minimum spend / per session

The Folly - Exclusive Use

100 guests

The Folly Restaurant

Oxford

Restaurant

Whole venue

We host parties, wedding receptions, company events and drinks receptions all year round in one of Oxfords most stunning, yet affordable, venues. Private use of our restaurant offers you a beautiful, unique setting perfect

from £1000
hire fee / per session

The Main Hall

Event Space in a Hall

Private space

The largest of the five licensed rooms, the magical 19th century Main Hall is the centrepiece of Oxford Town Hall. If youre dreaming of a lavish celebration, this is the place to make those dreams come to life.

from £330
hire fee / per hour

Cape Private Room & Dining

110 guests

Cape of Good Hope

Oxford

Dining Room in a Pub

Private space

Take the best in British pub culture, top it off with individuality and vintage character The Cape Of Good Hope in Oxford is what youll get, mixing a stylish contemporary bar, classic features and quirky touches with colourful

from £700
minimum spend / per session

St. Aldate’s Room

Hall

Private space

If you're looking for a space to hold a small and intimate wedding, the cosy St Aldates Room might be your perfect choice! It is the smallest room offered by Oxford Town Hall with the capacity for up to 40 guests.

from £75
hire fee / per hour

Divinity School

Hall in a Library

Private space

The late-Gothic Divinity School is the largest and oldest room in the Old Bodleian. With its elaborate stone-carved ceiling in the Perpendicular style, warm stone floor and arched windows that let in a wealth of sunlight,

from £2000
hire fee / per session

Lower Bar Area

180 guests

Curzon Oxford

Oxford

Event Space in a Cinema

Semi-private area

The Lower Bar area at Curzon Oxford is located downstairs and can accommodate up to 180 people. It features dark blue walls and a bar, creating a designated space for patrons.

from £180
hire fee / per hour