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The Venue

Nightclub

University Road, University of Kent, Canterbury, CT2 7UL
Sturry, Canterbury

Spaces for hire at The Venue

Upstairs
Event Space
·
Private space
100 seats
300 standing
The upstairs floor of The Venue is perfect for medium-sized parties and events. With a capacity of up to 300 guests, built-in seating, and its own fully licensed bar. It has the capacity to set up additional screens, stages, tables, a DJ booth, and more. The Venue is extremely versatile and has hosted many different types of events.

Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV

from £300 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
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Downstairs
Event Space
·
Private space
250 seats
800 standing
The downstais has a capacity of 800 standing. It is an open space with a built-in stage and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. It feautures its own full bar as well as a shots bar, seating and a photobooth. The room can be set up in a variety of ways, including parties, conferences, awards, presentations, activities, theatre seating, and mor...

Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV

from £500 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
Full Venue
Event Space
·
Whole venue
350 seats
1100 standing
The Venue is Canterbury's biggest nightclub; a versatile 1100-capacity venue with the ability to be split into two floors to accommodate smaller events or private parties. Having undergone a thorough refurbishment in 2022, it has hosted a multitude of events: from club nights, to conferences, staff training days, talent shows, World Cup viewing pa...

Wi-Fi available
PA system / music speakers
Projector
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV

from £900 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
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Explore other spaces in the area

University Road, University of Kent, Canterbury, CT2 7UL
Public transportation
Parking
Public transportation
  • Bus Lovell Road 0.9 mi
  • Bus Church 1.1 mi
  • Train Canterbury West 0.9 mi
  • Train Canterbury East 1.5 mi
  • Taxi Taxi rank 1.1 mi
Parking
  • Parking Monkwell Car Park - 73W8+CH University Of Kent, Canterbury 0.1 mi
  • Parking University of kent bicycle parking - Unnamed Road, Canterbury 0.1 mi

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Tuesday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Wednesday
8:30 – 17:00
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 17:00
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 17:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 17:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Thursday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Friday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Saturday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Sunday
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£1100 hire fee
Upstairs
8:30 – 2:30
from £300–£450 hire fee
Downstairs
8:30 – 2:00
from £500–£650 hire fee
Full Venue
8:30 – 2:00
from £900–£1100 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Facilities and catering options

Up to 1100
standing
Up to 350
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

About The Venue

The Venue is Caterbury’s biggest nightclub, located centrally in the University of Kent campus.

Boasting a generous capacity of up to 1100 people, our dynamic nightclub is the ultimate party destination in Canterbury. With cutting-edge sound and lighting systems, it sets the stage for an unforgettable celebration, be it a birthday bash, an awards ceremony, a live music event, or a pulsating club night. The two-story nightclub can also be sectioned off to accommodate smaller-scale events.

The Venue is a multi-room, multi-purpose event space suitable for every occasion. This space can be hired for parties, gigs, award ceremonies, corporate events, exhibitions, conferences and much more.

Featuring two rooms, stages, state-of-the-art sound & lighting, multiple bars, a cloakroom, a photo booth and on-site parking, we can provide bespoke hire packages. Let our experienced team bring your event idea to life.

The Venue is extremely versatile and has hosted many different types of events. From award ceremonies to conferences, talent shows, assessment centers, corporate parties, vintage clothes markets, live sport viewing parties and even lazer tag, our space can shapeshift into anything you want it to be.

Boasting two fully licensed bars and an outdoor shots bar, as well as a built-in stage and dancefloor, no event is too big or too small for this space. Food and drink packages are available upon request to suit all catering needs.

FAQ

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 2 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Venue, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Free parking is available on-site: 50 spaces
  • Paid parking is available on-site: 50 spaces

The Venue is located at University Road, in the Sturry district of Canterbury.