Top After Party Locations in Canterbury
Chaucer might’ve written about pilgrimages, but you’re here for the party. Luckily, after party venues in Canterbury are ready to deliver. Just steps from the Cathedral or tucked near lively St Peter’s Street, the city is the perfect setting for late-night fun. From quirky pub function rooms to intimate cocktail spots and secret gardens, there’s a place for every kind of post-event vibe. Canterbury’s got space for the stories that come after. Start browsing and find your perfect spot.
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from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsCanterbury Cathedral LodgeCanterbury Town CentreWhether you plan on having an intimate celebration or a grand party, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge caters for any size of party. You may choose an ideal space for you from an array of rooms available at the venue.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBirthday Party (Shared Space)
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar CanterburyCanterburyBirthday Party (Shared Space) is a Shared space in a Bar (Boom Battle Bar Canterbury) that centres on communal tables and an open-plan layout to keep groups together.
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from £225
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDarwin Conference Suite
400 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyDarwin Conference Suite is a flexible conference venue, situated in Darwin College, and available all year round. The suite provides an adaptable space for a maximum of 200 people.
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from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsThe JohnCanterbury Town CentreBig Birthdays, Edgy Weddings, Launch Parties, DJ Nights, Creative Corporate Shindigs Capacity: 50-100 | Full Bar Service | “Not your grandma’s venue… unless she’s really cool.
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from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBarns, Marquee & Lawns
450 guestsSwarling ManorCanterburySwarling Manor is a historic country estate made up of restored agricultural buildings. The estate centres on several converted barns that form the main event spaces.
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from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
25 guestsEscape Hunt CanterburyCanterburyEscape Hunt Canterbury is an escape-room venue organised around individually themed, purpose-built puzzle rooms that run as discrete, bookable game areas.
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from £193
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Night Yard
240 guestsThe Night YardCanterburyThe Night Yard is an event venue presenting a bright, open-plan reception space defined by floor-to-ceiling glazing and clear sightlines. Design: The interior pairs warm timber flooring and pale linens with modern starburst
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from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Level with Terrace
70 guestsThe Drapers ArmsCanterbury Town CentreThe upper level of our pub, along side our stunning garden terrace is an ideal spot for an array of celebrations and occasions and hosts up to 70 guests.
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from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCathedral Room
150 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyThe Cathedral Room is our largest conference room offering luxurious air-conditioned accommodation for up to 150 delegates theatre style. Flooded with natural daylight and with access onto the terrace and gardens it is perfectly
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from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Section
25 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyPrivate Section is a Function Room in Abbots Barton Hotel defined by botanical-patterned wall panelling that frames a contained private dining and meeting area.
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from £7500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIndoor Tennis and Events Arena
4000 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyThe Kent Indoor Tennis and Events Arena was completed in 2020 and is located at the University of Kent, Canterbury. It has over 3,000 sq meters of flexible flat floor space and can be configured in a variety of layouts including
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar CanterburyCanterburyThe best bottomless brunch in Canterbury, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment.
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FAQs about Top After Party Locations in Canterbury
Booking costs of after party venues average £35 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 Canterbury, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £40 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1000 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
Cheap after party venues in Canterbury start from £25 per person or £225 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Birthday Party (Shared Space) at Boom Battle Bar Canterbury, from £25 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Birthday Party (Shared Space) is a Shared space in a Bar (Boom Battle Bar Canterbury) that centres on communal tables and an open-plan layout to keep groups together. -
Darwin Conference Suite at University of Kent, from £225 hire fee per day (up to 400 guests standing)
Venue said: Darwin Conference Suite is a flexible conference venue, situated in Darwin College, and available all year round. The suite provides an adaptable space for a maximum of 200 people. -
Whole Venue at The John, from £400 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The John transforms Canterbury's old Victorian toilets into a stylish, industrial-style venue for 50–100 guests. The venue has brick walls, arches, low lighting, three large booths, a DJ-ready sound system, and a bar.
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