Christening Venues for Hire in Leeds

Booking costs of christening venues average £1000 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 Leeds, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Main Hall (Partial Hire) at New Craven Hall in Cultural Quarter - rated 5/5
  Venue said: New Craven Hall is situated in the developing industrial area south of Leeds city center. Its aesthetics embrace this while still housing a desirable and modern space for a variety of events.

• Event Space at Archive in Leeds City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘It’s was an amazing venue, Jay make sure we all liked after during and before the event.’

• Restaurant at Brasserie Blanc Leeds in Leeds City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The menu is glorious. As a vegetarian, it is so pleasing to have such a lovely choice.’

You'll find christening 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 Leeds, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Leeds, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Exclusive Full Venue Hire at TATTU Leeds on 29 East Parade - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The booking of the private dining area was effortless from start to finish .’
• The Terrace at Blackhouse Gastrobar on 31-33 East Parade - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The Terrace is an outdoor space for food and drinks, great for catching up when the weather’s good. You can keep it small or bring a bigger group, the seating can be arranged either way.
• The Hidden Library at The Lost and Found Greek Street on 12 Greek St, Leeds - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The Hidden Library was a great space to hire.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for christening venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller christening venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Leeds, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Speakeasy at Northern Market - function room for 50 guests
  Venue said: The Northern Market is located at 12 Great George Street in the heart of Leeds city centre, with an accessible lift entrance on Alexander Street. This venue features a food market and beer hall, with a fully stocked bar pouring...

• Private Dining Room at Browns Leeds, rated 5/5 - dining room for 45 guests
  Our user said: ‘Private room and we were able to donate party games without disturbance...’

• Private Dining Room at Gaucho Leeds, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 16 guests
  Our user said: ‘Everyone was so lovely and food was great...’

Cheap christening venues in Leeds start from £250 minimum spend per event or £150 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Nook at Blackhouse Gastrobar, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 12 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Nook is a smaller, semi-private area within the restaurant. It’s a good fit if you want a bit of space, but still like the atmosphere around you.

• Upstairs Area at Pieminister Duncan Street, from £150 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: Our Victorian function room combines 19th-century grandness with a laid-back, modern interior. Our private first-floor room and bar is a versatile space in the heart of Leeds.

• The Chestnut at Mercure Leeds Parkway Hotel, from £25 hire fee per hour (up to 8 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Chestnut provides the ideal space for smaller meetings and training sessions. The room can comfortably accommodate up to 30 guests, making it perfect for intimate gatherings.

You can choose from elegant banquet halls, restaurants, and hotel function rooms. Venues like Britannia Leeds Bradford Airport Hotel have larger rooms, while Fleur Restaurant provides a stylish, modern setting for a smaller, more private christening celebration. There are also versatile event spaces and lofts with flexible layouts that can be decorated as you wish.

There are great options for bigger celebrations. Sky Emerald Banqueting Suite in Churwell, can host up to 500 guests—perfect for grand, family-filled events. By using our search filter, you can easily find venues based on the number of guests.