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Top Birthday Party Venues in Essex
Essex offers a fantastic range of venues perfect for any type of birthday celebration. Whether you want a welcoming bar in Chelmsford, a charming country house near Colchester, or a stylish restaurant in Brentwood, you’ll find the ideal spot in Essex. Enjoy a memorable gathering with stunning countryside views or be close to historical landmarks like Audley End House. Use Tagvenue to find birthday party venues that will make your celebration a standout success!
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![Roof Terrace at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
80 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexLooking for the perfect place for a private party? Why not hire our our private room, fit with its own bar, you can dance the night away on your very own Rooftop terrace! -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
300 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThis beautiful room provides an ideal setting for a wide range of events, from weddings and charity balls to birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and award ceremonies. -
![Entire Venue at Bar and Beyond Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
800 guestsBar and Beyond ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur flagship venue in Chelmsford, Bar and Beyond is the ultimate event destination. Perfect for corporate events, milestone celebrations, Christmas parties and everything in between. -
![Screen 1 at Everyman Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £990
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 1
110 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexAAnonymous
“Lovely space and Alex the Event manager was really helpful :-)” -
![Sapphire Private Room at Puttshack Lakeside in Essex]()
from £29
per person / per dayCheck availabilitySapphire Private Room
50 guestsPuttshack LakesideEssexOur Sapphire private room, with its very own bar and AV facilities, is the ideal setting for birthday parties, office parties or corporate events for up to 50 guests. -
![Top Bar at Slug & Lettuce, Colchester in Colchester, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTop Bar
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, ColchesterColchester, EssexWe can offer the space for business and networking meetings, team training days, birthday parties, baby showers, Christmas parties and much more. If you are wanting to book a exclusive party and something intimate, this is -
![Cocktail Bar at Club Supreme Cocktail Bar in Essex]()
from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
150 guestsClub Supreme Cocktail BarEpping StationEssexWhether you're celebrating a milestone birthday or hosting a memorable baby shower, our ground-level and 1st-floor terrace spaces provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion. -
![Ruby semi-private area at Puttshack Lakeside in Essex]()
from £29
per person / per dayCheck availabilityRuby semi-private area
50 guestsPuttshack LakesideEssexIf you are planning a birthday party, corporate event, office party or get together with your friends, Ruby semi-private area is the ideal space for you! -
![The Conservatory at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Conservatory
70 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexCelebrate in style in our Conservatory — perfect for gatherings of up to 30 guests. Whether it’s a birthday, engagement party, after-work drinks, or an intimate farewell, this bright and versatile space offers the ideal setting -
![Ballroom at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
60 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThe Ballroom is a beautiful room located within the main house and furnished to a very high standard. This stylish room lends itself to small intimate weddings, parties and corporate events. -
![The Banqueting Hall at Fennes in Essex]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Banqueting Hall
500 guestsFennesEssexThe Banqueting Hall is an exquisite room ideal for evening receptions, galas, and charity events. Featuring luxurious silk-lined walls, stunning chandeliers, and two sets of double doors opening to a patio and private garden, -
![The Red Room at The King William in Essex]()
from £20
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Red Room
35 guestsThe King WilliamChigwell StationEssexThe Red Room offers a cozy and nice ambiance, perfect for various events and celebrations. With a capacity of 35, it is ideal for birthday parties, business meetings, baby showers, wedding meals, and more.
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Enjoy Essex's Small Birthday Party Venues
from £50
hire fee / per hour
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Market
15
40
Patch Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Alongside our flexible coworking studios and private offices, our event spaces are available to hire by the hour, offering characterful, inspiring environments for meetings, workshops, and team off-sites.
from £25
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Dining Room
45
60
Koryu
Colchester, Essex
If you’re looking for an exclusive space in the city centre for you and your friends, family or colleagues, we offer private fine dining, in our stunning downstairs location.
from £100
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Exclusive Dining Area
35
50
The Breakfast Club Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Our first floor can be hired as a PDR for Exclusive Events, Meetings or Group Dining. This Private space is located on the First Floor of our Caf on Moulsham St and can accommodate up-to 35 guests seated, or 50 in a combination
from £350
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Entire Cottage
4
30
Old Bakehouse Cottage
Essex
It features wooden interiors for a cozy country feel, along with modern bedrooms. We also have brick wall fireplaces to keep you warm during your stay.
from £200
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
The Cart Lodge
30
30
Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping
Essex
There's also a private outdoor patio, offering additional space for shooting, relaxing, or al fresco dining.
from £250
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Entire Venue
18
50
The Essex Mansion & Spa, Chigwell
Essex
Step outside to enjoy a BBQ on our elegant veranda. Perfect for family retreats or small events (available for an additional charge). Create unforgettable memories in this exquisite escape.
Book One of Essex's Cheap Birthday Party Venues
from £500
hire fee / per morning
hire fee / per morning
Garden Room
200
200
The Thurrock Hotel
Essex
Unique room on the ground floor with its own bar area, dance floor, and natural daylight. Patio doors open onto a well kept patio and lawned garden.
from £29
per person / per day
per person / per day
Violet semi-private area
25
Puttshack Lakeside
Essex
Puttshack Lakeside is the ideal venue for team building activities, office parties and corporate events. Boasting a wonderful terrace where you can enjoy your drinks in style, a bright private room, and two semi-private areas
from £40
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Banqueting Hall
800
600
New Chichester Hotel
Essex
This spacious main hall features high ceilings, a flexible layout, and it’s supported by breakout rooms, a prep kitchen, a bridal suite, and plenty of on-site parking, offering everything you need for your celebrations.
from £200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Snug
20
20
The Rayleigh Lodge
Essex
Host up to 20 guests in our cosy snug — the perfect spot to gather around the fire for a relaxed drink, birthday, or small celebration. You’ll have exclusive access to our private event bar, fully stocked with a delicious
from £200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Dining Area
40
60
The Rayleigh Lodge
Essex
Make the most of our dedicated dining space — ideal for bringing people together. Choose from our 2 or 3-course set menu for a sit-down celebration, perfect for marking a special occasion.
from £500
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Theatre
96
Royal Gunpowder Mills
Essex
Our Theatre has tiered seating, stage and lighting. It holds 96 seats complete with pull out writing boards and spaces for 4 wheelchairs. We also have a lift for easy access and disabled facilities.
Celebrate at Top Restaurants for Birthday Parties
from £600
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Kushi Suite
45
60
Kushi
Essex
This is a modern-day Indian Restaurant that offers the perfect backdrop for exclusive entertaining, weddings, birthdays, and engagement parties with onsite catering and a cocktail bar for those intimate gatherings of up to
from £400
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Semi-private Mezzanine
20
25
The George & Dragon, Mountnessing
Brentwood, Essex
A small, intimate mezzanine area that is perfect for a private party. With a cosy chic decor and wooden beams, your space overlooks the restaurant, taking in all the atmosphere.
from £35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
56
90
Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
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
from £1000
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
The Caf (Full Venue Hire)
75
100
The Breakfast Club Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Bringing all of your favourites to Chelmsford, and now the perfect venue for your Party or Event Space. This fantastic Caf is the perfect place to celebrate, have a party of take advantage of our Private Dining Space upstairs.
from £800
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Private Dining room
14
20
Haywards
Essex
Haywards was established in 2013 by Jahdre and Amanda Hayward, it was open for 10 years as an award-winning 3 AA rosette fine dining restaurant. Now focussing on events since the summer of 2023, offering high-quality bespoke
from £30
per person / per session
per person / per session
The Club Restaurant & Lounge
170
250
Chelmsford City Racecourse
Chelmsford, Essex
Windows wrap this room allowing for natural daylight and a built in bar makes this space perfect for private dinners and important events.
Throw an Unforgettable Birthday Party at One of These Bars
from £200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
First Floor
85
125
Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Slug 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.
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
150
280
Be At One Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Looking for the perfect place for a private party? Why not hire our our private room with its own bar and dance the night away on your very own Rooftop terrace!
from £3500
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Venue Hire
100
300
Boom Battle Bar Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Ready, Chelmsford? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Bond Street and it’s bringing next-level nights out with it. Whether you're planning a wild night with friends, a corporate social, or a celebration with a twist, this
from £3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Venue Hire
100
300
Boom Battle Bar Lakeside
Essex
Ready, Lakeside? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Lakeside's shopping centre and it’s bringing next-level nights out with it. Whether you're planning a wild night with friends, a corporate social, or a celebration with
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
140
360
Slug and Lettuce Southend
Essex
Perfect for parties big or small, we host everything from birthdays and baby showers to hen nights and engagement celebrations. With space for up to 140 seated or 360 standing, there’s room to make it yours.
from £2500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
100
400
Boom Battle Bar Southend-On-Sea
Essex
Ready, Southend-On-Sea? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Victoria Shopping Centre and it’s bringing next-level nights out with it. Whether you're planning a wild night with friends, a corporate social, or a celebration
FAQs about Top Birthday Party Venues in Essex
In Essex, prices of birthday party venues average £620 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |