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Top Birthday Venues in Chelmsford
Happy Birthday! It’s that time of year when everything should be perfect, from the food and drinks to the music and dance floor. Sounds like a hassle? With the best birthday party venues in Chelmsford at your fingertips, finding a space that suits you has never been easier. From lively bars on Moulsham Street to cosy restaurants in Springfield and fun bowling alleys near Baddow Road, Chelmsford has something for every vibe and guest list! Discover, compare, and book one (or two!) of our top picks for your special day.
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![Roof Terrace at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £250
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
80 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford
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PPenny B.
“Brilliant Venue !! We held a 50th Party here recently and had a great time. Highly recommend.” -
![Screen 6 at Everyman Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £450
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 6
31 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsfordAAnonymous
“Lovely space and Alex the Event manager was really helpful :-)” -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
280 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford
#Supervenue
JJoshua B.
“Great venue, fantastic sound system for our music. Bar staff were great, attentive and very polite.” -
![Entire Venue at Bar and Beyond Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
800 guestsBar and Beyond ChelmsfordChelmsfordBar and Beyond Chelmsford is a bar housed in a converted theatre interior, notable for its ornate high ceilings and decorative plasterwork. Venue highlights: A long, well-stocked bar serves cocktails, beer and spirits for
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![Market at Patch Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMarket
45 guestsPatch ChelmsfordChelmsfordPatch is your neighbourhood space to work, discover, and meet. Located in Chelmsford’s historic Grays Yard brewery, we provide beautifully designed work and event spaces with best-in-class facilities for an amazing collaboration.
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![First Floor at Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
125 guestsSlug and Lettuce ChelmsfordChelmsfordSlug and Lettuce Chelmsford is a friendly town centre bar overlooking the river, right in the heart of Essex. The Slug & Lettuce Chelmsford offers fantastic quality and service, as well as competitive prices all day everyday.
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![Downham Hall at Downham Hall in Chelmsford]()
from £89
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDownham Hall
200 guestsDownham HallChelmsfordInside the house, there are two meeting and event spaces. The elegant De Beauvoir Suite holds 45 seated or 50 standing, and has a flip chart and flat screen TV available for meetings, training sessions and workshops.
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![Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £3500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
300 guestsBoom Battle Bar ChelmsfordChelmsfordBest for: Corporate team-building, activity-led birthday celebrations, group social nights for friends or families. Location: Bond Street sits in Chelmsford city centre's shopping and leisure district, surrounded by restaurants
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![Essex County Cricket Club at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEssex County Cricket Club
18 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsfordA full place setting of glassware and cutlery is usually laid out and in-house food and drink service can be arranged for the space. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a polished, seated private meal or a compact executive meeting
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![Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
90 guestsMowgli Street Food ChelmsfordChelmsfordWhether you're gathering friends, family, or colleagues, Mowgli Chelmsford is available for exclusive hire and can welcome up to 90 guests. It’s a great setting for celebrations, team evenings, or simply bringing people together.
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![Event Space at Rettendon Lodge Events in Chelmsford]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEvent Space
260 guestsRettendon Lodge EventsChelmsfordFrom your first consultation until your final guests depart on your special day, you will be looked after by your own Event Manager, banqueting and bar team.
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![Exclusive Use at Leez Priory in Chelmsford]()
from £5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
250 guestsLeez PrioryChelmsfordLeez Priory is a historic Tudor country house venue whose defining quality is its intact period architecture set within extensive formal estate grounds.
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FAQs about Top Birthday Venues in Chelmsford
Booking costs of birthday party venues average £700 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 Chelmsford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £450 | to £990 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
You'll find birthday party 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 Chelmsford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £620 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Chelmsford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Screen 6 at Everyman Chelmsford
on Bond Street Everyman Cinema - 0.4 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Lovely space and Alex the Event manager was really helpful :-)...’ -
Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Chelmsford
on 106-108 Bond Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: The venue is a neon-accented social bar focused on energetic, music-led nightlife and casual bar service. Design: The interior pairs dark walls and neon signage with colourful high-top stools and bar seating, arranged in... -
Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford
on 121 Bond Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: In the centre of Chelmsford, Mowgli offers a space where Indian street food takes the spotlight. Designed to feel like a home away from home, the restaurant features Mowgli’s swing seats, lanterns, and a calm atmosphere that...
- Be At One is a lively chain bar serving sweet, sour, and spicy cocktails, perfect for a birthday happy hour. The venue has a standing capacity of 280 and a seating capacity of 150 to fit all your guests. The minimum spend is £500 per session. And if you want to take it up a notch, sign up for their mixing masterclasses.
- Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford is a friendly town centre bar overlooking the river, right in the heart of Essex. with seating for 85 and standing for 125, starting from £200 minimum spend per session. It’s a great option for a birthday brunch or an afternoon tea with friends and family.
- Downham Hall, Billericay is for those who want an elegant celebration. Here you can enjoy alfresco eating and drinks in a beautiful rural location surrounded by beautiful fields in Essex. Celebrate with up to 110 guests. Prices start at around £89 per person.
It's best to book venues at least 2 months in advance, especially for popular spots, as they tend to get booked up quickly. For less popular spaces, booking 3 months ahead guarantees availability, particularly for weekend slots, and allows time to plan other event details.
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