In Nottingham, you’ll find plenty of bars with private rooms to suit your event needs. Check out the trendy bars in Lace Market, Hockley, and Old Market Square, especially the cocktail lounges and pubs. You can reserve private spaces for birthdays, christenings, or corporate gatherings, with event packages, customised menus, and professional staff support. Discover your space with Tagvenue today!
Booking costs of bars with private rooms average £30 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 Nottingham, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £12 | to £35 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £200 | to £600 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Upstairs Dining at Neon
in Nottingham City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: Neon is a cocktail bar in the heart of Nottingham. The characteristic feature of this bar are neons placed on every wall. The bar offers a full cocktail menu alongside spirits, beers and wines.
Bar Esquina at Alea Casino Nottingham
in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The bar staff that was on, was lovely and polite too!’
Havana Bar at Revolucion de Cuba Nottingham
in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, really stunning bar to host at.’
You'll find bars with private rooms 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 Nottingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £170 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Nottingham, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller bars with private rooms usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Nottingham, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Flocc Room at Lace Market Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 28 guests
Venue said: Perfect for informal gatherings and celebrations. Serving local brewed beers and a range of wines and cocktails. The perfect setting for Afternoon Tea, Breakfast/Brunch Gatherings, Informal Meetings with food & drinks, Hen...
Shuffleboard Area at Box Nottingham, rated 4.5/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The room was wonderful and the food was delicious.’
Semi-Private Area at All Bar One Nottingham - lounge for 30 guests
Venue said: Tucked away in a cosy corner of the bar, this semi-private spot is perfect for relaxed catch-ups, birthday drinks, or small get-togethers. It’s got just the right mix of comfort and atmosphere — with warm lighting and a bit...
Cheap bars with private rooms in Nottingham start from £150 hire fee per event or £40 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Flocc Room at Lace Market Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event
(up to 28 guests standing)
Venue said: Perfect for informal gatherings and celebrations. Serving local brewed beers and a range of wines and cocktails. The perfect setting for Afternoon Tea, Breakfast/Brunch Gatherings, Informal Meetings with food & drinks, Hen...
Shuffleboard Area at Box Nottingham, from £40 hire fee per hour
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: Box Nottingham is currently our biggest venue to date and has multiple areas available for private hire. With over 35 TVs in venue, whether your are looking for a meeting room or you are hosting a company party, we have space...
Section 10 at Slug & Lettuce, Nottingham Cornerhouse, from £100 minimum spend per event
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: Recently renovated and located in the heart of the Cornerhouse, Slug and Lettuce Nottingham is the ideal setting for a lunch, drinks, or a pre-theatre meal.
You can book Nottingham's bars with private rooms for corporate meetings, birthday parties, and all sorts of casual get-togethers. These rooms offer options for formal seating arrangements for presentations or relaxed setups for parties. Catering can also be customised based on the event type, whether it's a buffet for a birthday celebration or cocktails and finger foods for after-work drinks.
For popular bars in the city, it’s best to book at least 2 to 3 months in advance, especially in high-demand areas like the City Centre or Hockley, where events like Nottingham Carnival and the Nottingham Comedy Festival draw large crowds.
Page last updated in September 2026
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