The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall

Hall
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Private space
Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1BX
Holywell, Oxford

About this 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 monumental oil paintings, this wonderful space is perfect for both ceremonies and receptions.

The large windows let in a wealth of natural light and the high ceiling and fabulous chandeliers make the room the perfect backdrop for stunning photographs. The Assembly Room has the capacity to accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated meal and up to 200 guests for a reception. Extra space is offered by the adjacent Old Library, so there’s enough room for both dining and dancing.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £900 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £220/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £900
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 140
Theatre
up to 160
Cabaret
up to 140
Classroom
up to 160

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Fireplace
Bridal Changing Facilities
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building


Reviews and ratings

(9 reviews and ratings - )

MF
Madison F.
October 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
JM
James M.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0
RC
Ruby C.
September 2022
Excellent communication
5.0

Set in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall is a beautifully preserved Grade II* listed building, opened in 1897 by HRH Edward VII. The seat of Oxford City Council and home to the Museum of Oxford, the Town Hall also serves the city and its inhabitants by offering unusual and flexible function spaces for events. This magnificent wedding venue boasts original Victorian features and offers five unique rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, that are available for your exclusive use. The dedicated Sales & Events team will help you plan your special day down to every detail, recommend local caterers and suppliers and provide a bespoke service that answers all your needs.

Located on St Aldate’s Street in the centre of Oxford, the venue is easily accessible thanks to excellent transport links. It lies within 56 miles from London, 64 miles from Birmingham and 61 miles from Bristol and can be reached by major motorways. The venue is also close to major bus routes and Oxford rail station is just a stroll away. Oxford is home to many tourist attractions, including famous institutions such as the University of Oxford and the Bodleian Library, numerous museums and galleries, and other historical landmarks.


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