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 November 2026), the best options include:

• 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.’

• Backseat Becky's 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...’

• Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Room for buffet tables and dancing space for gathering. Food was excellent, good selection of drinks.’

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 (November 2026):

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

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: What guests say: The space is welcoming and relaxed. The staff are attentive and provide personalised service during visits.
• 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.
• Flamingo at Megan’s by the Spires – Oxford on 24-26 George Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Best for: Birthday celebrations, work dinners and group feasts suit the sharing-led menu and flexible event spaces. Location: Oxford city centre puts Megan’s on George Street, close to New Theatre Oxford, Oxford Playhouse

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

• Semi-private Dining Room at Cote Brasserie - Oxford - dining room for 12 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups and teams will find the space suited to relaxed, seated meals and focused conversations in a semi-private setting.

• Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford, rated 4/5 - dining room for 20 guests
  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.

• The Salon at Brasserie Blanc Oxford - dining room for 20 guests
  Venue said: The space is wheelchair accessible and served by accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance.

• 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.

• The Salon at Brasserie Blanc Oxford, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests seated)
  Venue said: The space is wheelchair accessible and served by accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance.