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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chester
Between the Rows, the riverside, and bars inside historic buildings, Chester makes the perfect backdrop for something a little more dressed up than usual drinks. Cocktail party venues in Chester range from stylish lounges and private bars to restaurants with space for a full guest list, whether you’re planning a birthday, work party, or just an excuse to gather everyone together. Good music, great drinks, and the right room make all the difference. Have a browse below and find the spot that feels right for your kind of night.
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![Entire Venue at Popina Chester in Chester City Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120 guestsPopina ChesterChester City CentrePopina is a stylish and versatile wine and cocktail bar in the heart of Chester, offering an intimate yet lively space that can be adapted for a wide range of private events.
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![Full Bar at Kahiki Chester in Chester City Centre]()
from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFull Bar
170 guestsKahiki ChesterChester City CentreKahiki Chester is a cocktail bar that pairs a theatrical drinks menu with music-led evenings ranging from live singers to DJ sets and dancing. Venue highlights: The venue runs promoted, ticketed events and supports live music
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![Full Venue at Spinners Chester in Chester]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
150 guestsSpinners ChesterChesterSpinners Chester is a contemporary cocktail bar organised around a central bar, table seating and banquettes. Design: Spinners Chester combines a dark industrial ceiling and wood-effect flooring with bright purple lighting,
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![Entire Venue at The Forge in Chester]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
96 guestsThe ForgeChesterFeatures: The venue has a staffed bar offering cocktails, beer and a curated wine list and a full restaurant kitchen for plated menus. An outdoor seating area is available for alfresco dining.
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![Godstall at The Botanist Chester in Chester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGodstall
30 guestsThe Botanist ChesterChester City CentreThe Botanist Chester is a restaurant-bar that pairs British gastropub cooking with botanical‑inspired cocktails and a plant-rich, decorative interior.
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![The Potting Shed at Oddfellows Chester in Chester]()
from £250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Potting Shed
35 guestsOddfellows ChesterChesterWhat guests say: The space has a quirky interior and a lively, approachable atmosphere. The bar offers a wide cocktail selection and the events team is attentive for private bookings.
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![VIP Private Hire at Red Door Chester in Chester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVIP Private Hire
140 guestsRed Door ChesterChester
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![Restaurant & Bar at Pink Lettuce in Chester City Centre]()
from £20
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityRestaurant & Bar
34 guestsPink LettuceChester City CentreWhat guests say: The dining room is relaxed and welcoming with friendly, attentive service. The menu is frequently praised for creative presentation and the cocktail selection receives consistently positive feedback.
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![Whole Venue at Sticky Walnut in Chester]()
from £48
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
48 guestsSticky WalnutChesterFeatures: The bar serves a focused drinks list of wine, beer and classic cocktails and accommodates curated wine flights. Natural daylight reaches the front dining area and the seating can be rearranged into a mix of small
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![Off The Tracks Function Room at Chester Station Tap Room in Chester]()
from £175
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityOff The Tracks Function Room
80 guestsChester Station Tap RoomChesterThe private function room at Chester Station can accommodate 70–80 guests standing or around 60 guests seated. The space includes a private bar with eight draught lines, a projector and screen, wireless microphone, Bluetooth/audio
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![Upstairs Bar at Off The Wall, Chester in Chester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Bar
90 guestsOff The Wall, ChesterChesterOur Upstairs Bar at Off the Wall, Chester is the ideal venue for your next function. With a standing capacity of up to 90 guests, this spacious and private area offers the perfect setting for celebrations, corporate events,
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![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce Chester in Chester]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
293 guestsSlug and Lettuce ChesterChesterThe space is bright and stylish, with comfy birdcage booths that are great for catch-ups or group nights out. Planning something fun? Book in for a Cocktail Masterclass.
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chester
Booking costs of cocktail 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 Chester, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £500 | and £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £16 | and £45 | per person |
| Typically around £250 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find cocktail 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 Chester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Chester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Popina Chester
on Coachworks Arcade Unit 7A, Coachworks Arcade Chester - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Popina is an independent wine and cocktail bar in the heart of Chester, offering a stylish and welcoming setting for private celebrations, corporate gatherings and special occasions. -
Upstairs Area at GAUDI'S
on 27 Saint Werburgh Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: It's a self-contained space with large windows. Ideal for birthday parties, workshops, or small team meetings. The room can be adapted for both casual and more structured occasions. -
Full Bar at Kahiki Chester
on 8 Watergate Street (The Row) - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Kahiki Chester is a lively cocktail bar defined by an energetic, music-led social atmosphere. Design: The interior pairs dense botanical prints and deep colours with low, warm lighting to create an intimate, compact layout...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 50 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 80 guests |
| Pub | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 100 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 120 and 150 guests |
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Mottershead Suite at DoubleTree by Hilton Chester, rated 5/5 - function room for 30 guests
Venue said: DoubleTree by Hilton Chester is a hotel housed in a period house centred on a walled garden. Venue highlights: The hotel provides private hire of its restaurant and event areas that open onto a secluded walled garden; many... -
Mezzanine at The Botanist Chester - event space for 12 guests
Venue said: Mezzanine — Event Space in The Botanist Chester; a raised, semi-private balcony framed by decorative wrought-iron balustrading. Design: The mezzanine has a compact, rustic interior of painted panelling and exposed whitewashed... -
Private Dining Room at The Forge - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: This private dining room accommodates up to 12 guests. The space features a rectangular dark wooden table, green plush chairs, dark blue walls and crystal chandeliers.
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Full Venue at Spinners Chester, from £15 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: From corporate gatherings to personal celebrations, Spinners Chester brings people together. Whether it's a team-building event, company party, birthday, anniversary, or special occasion, our mix of interactive games, delicious... -
Off The Tracks Function Room at Chester Station Tap Room, from £175 hire fee per event (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: Chester Station Tap Room is a British pub in a historic railway-station building. Its identity combines classic pub dining with a working station setting. -
Pub, Restaurant, Bar at The Faulkner, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Set in the heart of Hoole, a stylish space perfect for any special occasion or private event! With beautiful lighting, private catering, well stocked bar, outdoor heated terrace and more it's got everything to offer.
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