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Top Cheap Birthday Party Venues in Chelmsford
Chelmsford sits convenient to both London and the Essex coast, which means you get good party venues without paying London zone rates. Cheap birthday party venues here offer basic but solid infrastructure: bars with spirit bins, dance floors, DJ-friendly lighting, and kitchen setups that simplify catering arrangements. Capacity ranges from intimate 40-head affairs to standing receptions for 150+. Staff understand event groups and won't charge premium rates for straightforward bookings. Find your birthday spot and start the countdown.
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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
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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 ChelmsfordChelmsfordOur 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 3 at Everyman Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 3
81 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsfordLuxurious couches, lots of legroom, and distinctive design elements make our screens ideal event venues! Corporate gatherings and conferences, networking events, private screenings, kid's parties, adult celebrations, and -
![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. -
![Main Bar Area at BAR PLUS in Chelmsford]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar Area
70 guestsBAR PLUSChelmsfordThe main bar area is the busiest part of the venue and has the strongest “Bar Plus” feel. The layout is simple, with plenty of standing space and room to set up tables if needed. -
![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. -
![Exclusive Use at Downham Hall in Chelmsford]()
from £89
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsDownham HallChelmsfordBoth of these rooms are also perfect for hosting a wedding breakfast and evening reception. Should you need more space, you can celebrate your wedding day at a marquee set in the garden. -
![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Chelmsford in Chelmsford]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar ChelmsfordChelmsfordThe best bottomless brunch in Chelmsford, 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. -
![Full Venue at Spirits Bar and Games in Chelmsford]()
from £14
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
200 guestsSpirits Bar and GamesChelmsfordThe space is full of colour, with different artwork and styles across the venue. There’s a mix of activities to get stuck into - axe throwing, interactive darts, foot-pool, karaoke, ice-free curling, shuffleboards, and beer -
![Courtyard Area at BAR PLUS in Chelmsford]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard Area
160 guestsBAR PLUSChelmsfordThe courtyard is an open, flexible outdoor space that can take bigger groups who prefer fresh air or a more relaxed setup. It’s handy for daytime gatherings, early-evening meet-ups and events where people can move around
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FAQs about Top Cheap Birthday Party Venues in Chelmsford
Booking costs of cheap 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 August 2026:
| From £450 | to £990 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
You'll find cheap 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £620 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 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 :-)...’ -
Market at Patch Chelmsford
on Springfield Road - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: For standard bookings, we offer thoughtful touches like complimentary self-serve tea and coffee, local catering contacts, and inviting breakout spaces. -
Roof Terrace at Be At One Chelmsford
on 219 Moulsham Street - 0.4 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Brilliant Venue !! We held a 50th Party here recently and had a great time.’
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