40th Birthday Venues for Hire in Oxford

Booking costs of 40th birthday venues average £45 per person. 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Bacchanalia - River Boat at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The (non veggie) food we were told was also excellent and there was plenty of variety.’

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’

• Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food...’

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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The space features a large bar and various seating areas with comfortable lounge-like sofas, and is equipped with sound & lighting systems.
• Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford on 14 Gloucester Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Whether you're planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, or any special occasion, this exclusive-use room provides a private and refined setting.
• Downstairs Dining at Chutneys Indian Brasserie on 36 Saint Michael's Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The space features tiled flooring, dark-painted walls, and a mix of natural and overhead lighting, with windows bringing in daylight from one side. Tables are arranged in rows, paired with high-back chairs in neutral tones...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for 40th birthday venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller 40th birthday venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oxford, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Semi-private Dining Room at Cote Brasserie - Oxford - dining room for 12 guests
  Venue said: This semi-private dining space at Côte Oxford seats up to 12 guests and is suitable for business lunches, family meals, and small celebrations. The area offers added privacy while remaining connected to the restaurant.

• Dorchester Room at Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford - boardroom for 10 guests
  Venue said: A twin of the Wootton Room with the same 3.9m by 5.2m dimensions. Often chosen for small group sessions or as a quiet workspace during larger events.

• The Triangle at The Story Museum - meeting room for 12 guests
  Venue said: Just like the name says, this is a small, triangular-shaped room, perfect for small meetings of up to 12 people or 1-1 tutoring. The room comes equipped with a digital display screen.

Cheap 40th birthday venues in Oxford start from £20 per person or £30 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford, from £20 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’

• Restaurant at The Black Boy Headington, from £34 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing)
  Venue said: The space features patterned walls, dark wood tables and chairs, and a bar with bar stools. Natural light comes through small windows, complemented by warm pendant lighting overhead.

• Restaurant 66a at Cotswold Lodge Hotel, from £75 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests seated)
  Venue said: An elegant ground-floor space for groups of up to 23, available from 11am. Accommodating up to 15 guests in both boardroom and U-shaped layouts, it offers natural daylight, secure Wi-Fi, private parking, in-room catering,