Planning a reunion or celebrating a big win? Birmingham’s got just the right bars for groups. If you're looking for traditional pubs in Moseley or a lively cocktail bar in the Jewellery Quarter, you’ll find venues designed for gathering. Enjoy private areas, personalised drink menus, and ample space for everyone to have fun. Plus, many bars offer outdoor seating, live entertainment, and group discounts, making it easy to celebrate without overspending. No matter the occasion, Tagvenue simplifies the search for your ideal group-friendly bar!
Booking costs of bars for groups average £675 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 Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £25 | per person |
| From £175 | to £495 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Main Bar/Downstairs Area at The Actress & Bishop
in Jewellery Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was great, it had its own bar for the upstairs room and own toilets.’
Whole Venue at Vagabond Birmingham
in Birmingham City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Our event attendees all raved how great the venue and staff were .....’
Mezzanine at All Bar One Brindley Place
in Theatreland Birmingham - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I got amazing service for all the staff at all bar one. I planned a surprise party for my husband’s 40.’
You'll find bars for groups 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 Birmingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 180 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Birmingham, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller bars for groups usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Gin Snug at The Distillery, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect and with the access to the yard was great for everyone to use too.’
Semi Private Area at Newhall Street Tavern, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘loved the venue , food and hospitality. We all had a lot of fun...’
The Basement Bar at BrewDog Birmingham - function room for 50 guests
Venue said: The craft beer revolution has taken us to many places, and we are proud to have thundered open the doors of BrewDog Birmingham in 2012. Hooking up the drinkers of the West Midlands to a stream of Grade A craft beer is the...
In Birmingham, bars for groups are most commonly booked for 20 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £600 and £2,000. |
User who booked Mezzanine at All Bar One Brindley Place for 20 guests
said: ‘Communication and organisation of the venue...’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £250 and £1,100. |
User who booked Upstairs Private Event Space at The Actress & Bishop for 80 guests
said: ‘The staff were amazing, the sound system was great and my guests and I had the most amazing night.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,300 and £4,200. |
User who booked Shuffle Area at Box Brindley Place for 20 guests
said: ‘Wrist bands and drinks tokens given with no issues and food organisation was altered promptly upon request...’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £200 and £1,000. |
User who booked Private Dining Room at Manahatta Temple Street for 12 guests
said: ‘The drinks services was excellent, the ability to use your own music was great and the room is stunning.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £100 and £300. |
User who booked Meeting Room at Pitcher And Piano - Birmingham for 6 guests
said: ‘The team who attended the meeting at P&P were really pleased with the venue.’ |
Most bars in Birmingham offer a minimum spend option, meaning the cost of your booking goes towards food and drinks for your group. Some venues might include extras like sound systems or DJ hire in the price, but remember to confirm the details of what's included with the venue manager directly.
Page last updated in September 2026
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