Top Christmas Venues in Essex
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with spectacular Christmas party venues in Essex! From intimate gatherings in the charming villages of Epping to grand celebrations in the heart of Chelmsford, Essex offers a venue to match every style. With its enchanting countryside and close proximity to London, Essex is a fantastic choice for a delightful escape from the city. Don’t wait to bring your festive dreams to life. Start planning your Christmas party with Tagvenue today and make this holiday season unforgettable!
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from £250
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
80 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, Essex#Supervenue
PPenny B.
“Brilliant Venue !! We held a 50th Party here recently and had a great time. Highly recommend.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability1st Floor Function Room
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, ColchesterColchester, EssexJJodie I.
“Communication via tag venue was excellent, such an easy event to organise with their help” -
from £620
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 5
59 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexAAnonymous
“Lovely space and Alex the Event manager was really helpful :-)” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
280 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, Essex#Supervenue
JJoshua B.
“Great venue, fantastic sound system for our music. Bar staff were great, attentive and very polite.” -
from £38
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityChristmas Party
10 guestsEscape Hunt LakesideEssexChristmas Party, an Event Space in Escape Hunt Lakeside, is a lounge-style social area adjoining the venue’s escape rooms and designed to host group gatherings.
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from £35.95
per personCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsBill's Colchester RestaurantColchester, EssexPrivate Dining Room — Dining Room in Bill's Colchester Restaurant. A window-lined dining room defined by large timber-framed sash windows that flood the space with daylight.
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from £40
per personCheck availabilityChristmas Party
300 guestsBoom Battle Bar ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexThe venue is a neon-accented social bar focused on energetic, music-led nightlife and casual bar service. Design: The interior pairs dark walls and neon signage with colourful high-top stools and bar seating, arranged in
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from £30
per personCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
375 guestsNo Name Bar and GamesColchester, EssexNo Name Bar & Games in Colchester is a social venue set up for parties, group events, and corporate bookings. It mixes music, drinks, and interactive games, so there’s plenty to do without needing to organise much separately.
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from £40
per personCheck availabilityRestaurant
150 guestsMarco's New York Italian BrentwoodBrentwood, EssexThe restaurant area has a capacity of up to 150 guests and is ideal for dinner parties, corporate events, cocktail receptions and other special occasions.
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from £21.95
per personCheck availabilityEntire Venue
800 guestsBar and Beyond ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexThe venue is a late-night bar built around DJ-led music and an active dance area, providing a music-first environment for evening bookings. Design: The interior arranges tufted leather banquettes and low tables around a raised
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from £175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBar and Lounge
50 guestsViet KitchensEssexAuthentic Vietnamese Restaurant with Bar and Lounge capacity for 100 person. Private party room and Karaoke. Live Music and DJ if required.
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from £14
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
200 guestsSpirits Bar and GamesChelmsford, EssexThe 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
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What Christmas packages are available in Essex?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include venue use, catering, drinks, and additional services such as A/V equipment. Some spaces might even come decorated for the holidays! Christmas deals in Essex offer minimum spend ranging from £250 to £1500, or packages between £11 and £120 per person. You'll find options for 18 to 800 guests.
• Private dining room booking
• Pre-order link for guest choices; submit 7 days before
• Optional drinks packages available to pre-order
STARTERS
1. Smoked salmon cured in beetroot
2. Crispy Somerset Camembert
3. Chicken liver & brandy pâté
4. Parsnip & apple soup
MAINS
1. Roasted turkey breast stuffed with apricot & rosemary
2. Chargrilled Black Angus sirloin steak
3. Slow-cooked pork belly
4. Grilled salmon fillet
5. Beetroot & caramelised onion tart
DESSERTS
1. Bill’s Christmas cheesecake
2. Sticky toffee pudding
3. Bill’s cheese plate
4. Chocolate & salted caramel tart
2 BEVVIES PER PERSON *COCKTAIL UPGRADE AVAILABLE
PROSECCO, WINE OR BOTTLED BEER/CIDER ON ARRIVAL
Enjoy 2 hours of non-stop entertainment with our All Play Pass, giving you access to all our incredible games:
Axe Throwing
Crazy Pool
Shuffleboard
Augmented Reality Darts
Traditional Darts
English & American Pool
Table Tennis
Beer Pong (drinks not included)
Interactive Games Floor
Kick things off with a round of welcome shots (Tequila, Sambuca, or Tequila Rose) to get everyone in the festive spirit.
Perfect for work parties, friendship groups, or team celebrations, this package is packed with laughs, competition, and memories that will last well into the New Year.
✨ Book your Christmas Party Package today and make this festive season one to remember at No Name Bar & Games!
OFF PEAK £25pp | ON PEAK £30pp
2 BEVVIES PER PERSON *COCKTAIL UPGRADE AVAILABLE
PROSECCO, WINE OR BOTTLED BEER/CIDER ON ARRIVAL
• Festive buffet
• Three buffet choices selected from the menu
MENU
1. Filo prawns
2. Christmas roasties
3. Turkey & cranberry sliders
4. Cranberry & Brie sliders
5. Loaded Yorkies
6. Mac & cheese bites
7. Deep fried Brie bites
8. Ricotta arancini
9. Maple glazed pigs in blankets
10. Clementine & marshmallow brownies
• Xmas buffet
Menu
1. Pizza
2. Pigs in blankets
3. Mini camembert rounds
4. Brie & cranberry toasted ciabatta
FAQs about Top Christmas Venues in Essex
Booking costs of Christmas party venues average £30 per person. 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:
| Typically between £25 | and £35 | per person |
| Typically between £250 | and £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £800 | and £4000 | hire fee per day |
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 Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £450 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 110 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1700 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 300 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 80 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £4000 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 1380 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £2400 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 30 guests |
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The Cart Lodge at Lee Wick Farm Cottages & Glamping - barn for 30 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space is clean and presented to a high standard. The space has nearby private outdoor areas and clear countryside views. -
Essex County Cricket Club at Galvin Green Man - dining room for 18 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The room is warm and relaxed with carefully considered decor and comfortable seating. The space is supported by attentive, professional service. -
The Dining Room at Fennes, rated 5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: Our grand and beautiful stately home in the North Essex countryside offers romantic weddings and elegant functions set in a gorgeous Georgian manor set amidst 100 acres of picturesque grounds with a charmingly intimate atmosphere.
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Private Dining Room at Bill's Colchester Restaurant, from £16 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Private Dining Room — Dining Room in Bill's Colchester Restaurant. A window-lined dining room defined by large timber-framed sash windows that flood the space with daylight. -
Private Function Room at No Name Bar and Games, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 375 guests standing)
Venue said: The space comes ready with a DJ booth, lighting and sound system, a projection screen, and its own private bar, so it’s easy to run everything in one place. -
Main Hall at Tranquil Day Centre, from £46 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: The Main Hall is the principal function room of Tranquil Day Centre, a practical multipurpose community space centred on an open, adaptable floor plan.
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