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Top 40th Birthday Party Venues in Essex
So, you’ve hit the big 4-0! Time to celebrate with a party that’s full of fun, laughter, and a bit of glam. Essex has some seriously cool spots to make it happen, from trendy bars in Chelmsford to countryside venues near Colchester where you can dance the night away. Think about sipping cocktails in a stylish, modern venue or hosting a private dinner in a beautiful barn surrounded by lush greenery. With customisable packages and unique settings, Essex’s 40th birthday venues are ready to make your party one to remember.
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![Roof Terrace at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
80 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, Essex
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PPenny B.
“Brilliant Venue !! We held a 50th Party here recently and had a great time. Highly recommend.” -
![Screen 1 at Everyman Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £990
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 1
110 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexAAnonymous
“Lovely space and Alex the Event manager was really helpful :-)” -
![Top Bar at Slug & Lettuce, Colchester in Colchester, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTop Bar
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, ColchesterColchester, EssexJJodie I.
“Communication via tag venue was excellent, such an easy event to organise with their help” -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
280 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, Essex
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JJoshua B.
“Great venue, fantastic sound system for our music. Bar staff were great, attentive and very polite.” -
![The Chapel at The Oakleigh in Essex]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Chapel
80 guestsThe OakleighEssexThe Chapel is a semi-private event space in The Oakleigh, occupying a compact, self-contained bay within the venue. Design: The Chapel presents an informal pub interior with wooden floors, a low ceiling and a mix of upholstered -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
300 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThis beautiful room provides an ideal setting for a wide range of events, from weddings and charity balls to birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and award ceremonies. -
![Entire Venue at The Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell in Essex]()
from £250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsThe Essex Mansion & Spa, ChigwellEssexThe Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell is a country house that combines formal period architecture with an on-site spa and guest accommodation. Venue highlights: The house offers a mix of formal reception rooms and outdoor terraces -
![Kushi Suite at Kushi in Essex]()
from £600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityKushi Suite
60 guestsKushiEssexKushi is a contemporary Indian restaurant defined by an intimate, design-led interior featuring curved arches and low, table-level lighting. Design: The venue's interior pairs dark marble-topped tables and brass table lamps -
![Christmas Party at Escape Hunt Lakeside in Essex]()
from £38
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityChristmas Party
10 guestsEscape Hunt LakesideEssexChristmas Party, an Event Space in Escape Hunt Lakeside, is a lounge-style social area adjoining the venue’s escape rooms and designed to host group gatherings. -
![Private Function Room at No Name Bar and Games in Colchester, Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
375 guestsNo Name Bar and GamesColchester, EssexThis is a large private event room designed for bigger groups and busy events. It can hold up to 375 guests standing, around 250 in theatre-style seating, or 160 for banquet setups. -
![Semi-private Mezzanine at The George & Dragon, Mountnessing in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Mezzanine
25 guestsThe George & Dragon, MountnessingBrentwood, EssexA small, intimate mezzanine area that is perfect for a private party. With a cosy chic decor and wooden beams, your space overlooks the restaurant, taking in all the atmosphere. -
![The Conservatory at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Conservatory
70 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexCelebrate in style in our Conservatory — perfect for gatherings of up to 30 guests. Whether it’s a birthday, engagement party, after-work drinks, or an intimate farewell, this bright and versatile space offers the ideal setting
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Booking costs of 40th birthday venues average £550 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
| From £800 | to £3150 | hire fee per day |
You'll find 40th birthday venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for 40th birthday venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £250 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 300 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £350 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £800 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 200 guests |
| Country House | prices average £250 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 300 guests |
Smaller 40th birthday venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Essex, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Karaoke Room at No Name Bar and Games, rated 5/5 - karaoke bar for 25 guests
Venue said: The karaoke room is a private space for up to 25 people, set up for smaller groups and casual events. It’s a popular choice for birthdays, hen or stag parties, or just a night out with friends. -
The Cart Lodge at Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping - barn for 30 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space is clean and presented to a high standard. The space has nearby private outdoor areas and clear countryside views. -
Sapphire Private Room at Puttshack Lakeside - function room for 50 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The venue's high-tech scoring and bright audiovisual styling create an energetic, family-friendly atmosphere.
Cheap 40th birthday venues in Essex start from £25 hire fee per hour or £350 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Chapel at The Oakleigh, from £25 hire fee per hour (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: The Chapel is a semi-private event space in The Oakleigh, occupying a compact, self-contained bay within the venue. Design: The Chapel presents an informal pub interior with wooden floors, a low ceiling and a mix of upholstered... -
The Stifford Suite at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel, from £350 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Outside the meeting room in the foyer, is a tea/coffee machine for delegates to help themselves to during their meeting. (half day and full day price apply)... -
Full Venue at Spirits Bar and Games, from £14 per person (up to 200 guests standing)
Venue said: The space is full of colour, with different artwork and styles across the venue. There’s a mix of activities to get stuck into - axe throwing, interactive darts, foot-pool, karaoke, ice-free curling, shuffleboards, and beer...
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