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Top Christmas Party Venues in Dorset
Looking for Christmas party venues in Dorset? Book a private space with panoramic views of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, where you can toast to the season with local sparkling wine as the waves crash below. Or, go for a party deep in the countryside, where roaring fires and hearty feasts set the scene for a Dickensian-style gathering. If you're near Poole, keep an eye out for Santa arriving by boat! Check out our top picks right here. Happy holidays!
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![Room 2 at Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £1650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 2
300 guestsBarbara's Bier Haus BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetWith four unique spaces – Bar 1, Bar 2, Bar 3, and our epic Karaoke Room – all on the ground floor, the space is perfect for Christmas parties, alternative meeting spots, staff socials, after-work drinks, birthdays, celebrations -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
200 guestsBe At One BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetDon't just take our word for it – come and experience the magic firsthand. Our venue is the ideal spot for corporate events, birthdays, and Christmas parties! -
![Function Room at Branksome Crafthouse in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
60 guestsBranksome CrafthouseBournemouth, DorsetRear function room perfect for functions up to 60 people. Access to own bar and own music! This private area is also ideal for meetings and corporate days, unlimited teas and coffees available as well as lunch and buffet -
![Riverside Suite at The Bridge House in Dorset]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityRiverside Suite
60 guestsThe Bridge HouseDorsetLLisa G.
“The Club Room was a great choice for our party.” -
![Main Function Space with Bar at Branksome Crafthouse in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Function Space with Bar
100 guestsBranksome CrafthouseBournemouth, DorsetAs well as the main Restaurant and Bar are, we have a selection of private spaces for hire for all events... corporate to celebrations! The venue is split over two levels, free WiFi and powerpoints and access to screens for -
![Exclusive Use at The Green House in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouth, DorsetWith the exclusive use, you have an acces to: -Arbor Restaurant with large curved windows and stylish design offers the perfect room for your ceremony and wedding breakfast of up to 70 guests. -
![Private Room at Vicolo in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £200
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Room
40 guestsVicoloBournemouth, DorsetVicolo offers a versatile event setting, made for intimate gatherings, celebrations, or corporate functions, where you can enjoy the use of a private dedicated space for your events. -
![Mauretania Suite at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMauretania Suite
160 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouth, DorsetThis room has the capacity to accommodate up to 200 people. Ideal for Christmas parties, Wedding receptions & Birthday Parties as well as Conferences and Meetings. -
![Private Events Room at The Green House in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £35
per personCheck availabilityPrivate Events Room
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouth, DorsetThe Private Events Room is a self-contained event room with bar, dance floor, private entrance, washrooms and direct access to the Green Hut where we have our pizza oven. -
![Ostler Room at The Bull Hotel Dorset in Dorset]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOstler Room
30 guestsThe Bull Hotel DorsetDorsetThe Ostler Room is an elegant and intimate space, ideal for a wedding breakfast with your closest family and friends or a small party. With a decorative floral motif on the wall and a fireplace in the corner, the room boasts -
![Piano Room at Weymouth Pavilion in Dorset]()
from £360
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPiano Room
70 guestsWeymouth PavilionDorsetFirst floor room overlooking the beach on one side and Weymouth's picturesque harbour on the other. Ideal for small meetings, receptions, parties, dining occasion. -
![Function Room at The Duck Westbourne in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsThe Duck WestbourneBournemouth, DorsetOur function room can seat 16 around a table or up to about 25-30 people standing. It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes.
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Book One of Dorset's Cheap Christmas Party Places
from £10
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The Snug
16
20
Brewhouse & Kitchen Poole
Dorset
The Snug is perfect for a more private, personal party! Seats up to 16 people, perfect for meeting spaces and corporate days, or even a private room for a special meal.
from £10
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Dining Room and Snug
50
80
Brewhouse & Kitchen Poole
Dorset
The Dining Room is for you! Seat your party of up to 50 for a chilled and relaxed vibe or stand your celebration of 80 for a bigger bash! If you’re looking for a slightly different set up then just let us know and we will
from £15
per person / per session
per person / per session
Karaoke Room
32
40
Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
With four unique spaces – Bar 1, Bar 2, Bar 3, and our epic Karaoke Room – all on the ground floor, the space is perfect for Christmas parties, alternative meeting spots, staff socials, after-work drinks, birthdays, celebrations
from £15
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Toad Hall
35
40
Charlton Down Village Hall
Dorset
Charlton Down Village Hall is an ideal venue for wedding receptions and ceremonies, conferences, and meetings. Situated four miles from the County town of Dorchester, two rooms are available together or separately.
from £18
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
The Ballroom
250
Charlton Down Village Hall
Dorset
The ballroom has an impressive hammer-beam ceiling, a resilient wooden floor, and stained glass upper windows. The south aspect enjoys beautiful countryside views.
from £20
per person / per afternoon
per person / per afternoon
Upstairs Dining Room
25
40
The Good Life Cafe Bistro
Dorset
This space can cater up to 25 people, features beautiful sea views being right on the esplanade, and offers a quieter, more relaxed space than our main cafe, with afternoon tea, lunch, and dinner services available.
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Dorset’s Best Bars
from £20
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Entire Venue
200
300
Dylans Kitchen & Bar
Dorset
Dylan's Kitchen & Bar is a funky event space and eatery that is based between Bournemouth and Poole on the University Campus. It's a great space available for private parties at weekends (& weekdays out of University term
from £1150
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Bar 1
134
300
Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Say hello to Bar 1 – the heart of Barbara’s Bier Haus Bournemouth. With plenty of seating, a live music stage, and loads of natural light, this space is perfect for relaxed socials, live entertainment, and all kinds of celebrations.
from £30
per person / per session
per person / per session
Semi Private Dining Room
30
40
The Cliff
Dorset
If you’re looking for a real country pub experience in Dorset, then pay a visit to Poole. The Cliff is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard and garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque
from £27
per person
per person
Christmas Party
150
750
Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Ready, Bournemouth? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Exeter Crescent 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,
from £400
hire fee / per morning
hire fee / per morning
Entire Venue
38
56
Sobo Sommelier
Bournemouth, Dorset
Enjoy the exclusive use of Sobo Sommelier, giving you and your guests privacy and a personalized experience. The interior includes a wine bar area, high-top sharing tables, and a seated dining area that seats up to 36.
from £1000
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Full Venue Hire
180
380
Mulligans Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Two fully stocked bars and a generous food menu mean everyone is well catered for. There’s plenty of seating and open space, and with room for up to 380 people, the venue is ideal for large groups and major celebrations.
Book a Festive Hotel for Your Christmas Party
from £300
hire fee / per session
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The Club Room
35
The Bridge House
Dorset
Here at The Bridge House Hotel, we aim to make your wedding day the perfect day. The Club Room is a beautifully decorated room that is perfect for smaller events with a buffet-style proposition.
from £35
per person
per person
Arbor Restaurant
70
100
The Green House
Bournemouth, Dorset
Acclaimed as “number one boutique eco-hotel in the world” by British Airways Highlife Magazine; and “the best wedding venue in Southern England” by the Independent, recognition of our unique qualities is widespread.
from £2200
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Exclusive Use
160
200
Durley Dean Hotel
Bournemouth, Dorset
It’s a special day and we know you want it to be perfect. Choosing to enjoy your day at the historic Durley Dean hotel with its cliff top setting, elegant exterior and stylish decor means that your dream can now become a
from £450
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Ballroom
80
120
The Bull Hotel Dorset
Dorset
Today, The Bull is a lovely boutique hotel, boasting one of the area’s finest restaurants and the most stunning wedding venue in town. Licensed for civil ceremonies and available for exclusive hire, it boasts a marvellous
from £500
hire fee / per evening
hire fee / per evening
The Plantation
280
280
Marsham Court Hotel
Bournemouth, Dorset
The Plantation Function Room, with medium-high ceilings renovated, is airy and spacious for groups up to 280 persons. In the refurbishment, 2 centre columns were removed and a fully sprung dance floor was put in, making this
from £5750
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Whole Venue
130
175
Kingston Country Courtyard
Dorset
Kingston Country Courtyard is proud to be a truly inclusive wedding venue. We are honored to work in a place where we see real and beautiful love in all its forms every single day and we warmly welcome all couples to celebrate
FAQs about Top Christmas Party Venues in Dorset
Booking costs of Christmas party venues average £250 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 Dorset, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From £100 | to £1650 | minimum spend per event |
| From £250 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
| From £25 | to £33 | per person |
You'll find Christmas 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 Dorset, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £200 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 110 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £40 hire fee per hour |
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