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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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![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! -
![The Club Room at The Bridge House in Dorset]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Room
35 guestsThe Bridge HouseDorsetLLisa G.
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![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 -
![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 -
![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 -
![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 -
![Under the Sea at Mimosa Bar and Events in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £200
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUnder the Sea
75 guestsMimosa Bar and EventsBournemouth, DorsetYou can enjoy colorful drinks that look like tropical fish, served in fun ocean-themed glassware. This bar is perfect for parties, celebrations, or just a fun night out. -
![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. -
![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. -
![Entire Venue at Dylans Kitchen & Bar in Dorset]()
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsDylans Kitchen & BarDorsetDylan'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 -
![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. -
![Engine Room at Old Fire Station in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEngine Room
200 guestsOld Fire StationBournemouth, DorsetThis is the smallest space in the venue and the only one with natural light. It is a bar style room with a small dancefloor and DJ booth or stage space.
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Book One of Dorset's Cheap Christmas Party Venues
from £15
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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.
from £24
per person / per session
per person / per session
Treetop Adventure Plus
10
40
Go Ape Moors Valley
Dorset
This high ropes course strikes a middle ground for those youngsters over six-years-old wanting to take their adventuring one step further. With three brilliant zip wires, plus a series of narrow crossings and suspended walkways,
from £250
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Function Room
108
150
Slug and Lettuce Bournemouth OCR
Bournemouth, Dorset
Furnished with stylish seating and a private bar, it’s ideal for parties and gatherings. The decor features colourful accents, creating a memorable atmosphere.
from £250
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Chill Out Area
51
70
Slug & Lettuce, The Square Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
You’ll find us just off the square in the centre of town only five minutes’ walk from the beach via Bournemouth gardens. It’s an ideal spot for sitting back and taking advantage of our full table service, whether you're having
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Dorset’s Best Bars
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 £1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
113
221
Slug and Lettuce Poole
Dorset
Located in the heart of Poole, this contemporary bar is a relaxed, welcoming space for everything from casual catch-ups to lively weekend celebrations.
from £15
per person / per session
per person / per session
Karaoke Room
32
40
Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Just off Bar 2, our Karaoke Room is your private sing-along spot. It can be hired on its own or as part of a Bar 2 booking. It's also available for 1, 2 or 3-hour slots, it’s perfect for parties, team nights or just an excuse
from £300
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Beach Cabana / Ground Floor
75
75
Mimosa Bar and Events
Bournemouth, Dorset
Located near the center of Bournemouth, our venue features a stunning Mediterranean beach-themed bar on the upper floor and an enchanting under-the-sea themed bar and function room downstairs.
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 £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,
Book a Festive Restaurant for Your Christmas Party
from £28
per person / per session
per person / per session
Whole Venue
200
250
The Noisy Lobster
Dorset
Perfect for all-day celebrations and events. Kick things off with a drinks reception in our bar, then sit down for an incredible bespoke feast in our restaurant, watch the sun go down from the terrace and then dance the night
from £35
per person
per person
Arbor Restaurant
70
100
The Green House
Bournemouth, Dorset
The perfect room for your ceremony and wedding breakfast of up to 74 guests. The restaurant has had 2 Rosettes and has won multiple awards for over 10 years.
from £200
hire fee / per evening
hire fee / per evening
Private Room
28
40
Vicolo
Bournemouth, Dorset
Vicolo 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.
from £1250
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Roof Terrace
100
190
Rockwater - Branksome
Dorset
Our capacity on the Roof ranges from 12 or more guests for seated, smaller semi-exclusive bookings, to larger standing events, with some limited seating, for a maximum of 195 guests.
from £30
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Dining Room
40
40
Riverside
Bournemouth, Dorset
Whether you're celebrating a milestone birthday, hosting a corporate dinner, or enjoying a special reunion, our Private Dining Room at The Riverside Inn promises a refined setting and exceptional service to make your event
from £20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Restaurant
60
10
Indi’s
Dorset
We also stock a variety of traditional spirits and of course a choice of both Indian and western Lager.
Be Merry at Our Featured Hotels for Christmas Parties
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 £300
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Riverside Suite
50
60
The Bridge House
Dorset
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Lisa G.
“The Club Room was a great choice for our party.”
“The Club Room was a great choice for our party.”
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 £350
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Mauretania Suite
160
The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine
Bournemouth, Dorset
If you are looking for the perfect venue for a beautiful coastal wedding, look no further than The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine. You can make your wedding vows, set against the open skies and clear blue waters of Alum Chine,
from £250
hire fee / per evening
hire fee / per evening
Under The Stairs
100
100
Marsham Court Hotel
Bournemouth, Dorset
A south facing function room for group events, meetings and banquets for up to 80 people. Under the Stairs function Room connects with The View room.
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
In Dorset, prices of Christmas party venues average £500 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 £250 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £24 | to £33 | per person |
| From £200 | to £500 | hire fee per event |