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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Leicester
Leicester loves a good celebration. Planning birthday bubbles, an engagement toast, or a company event with a twist? Leicester delivers with creative cocktails, lively ambiance, and spaces that suit every budget. Scroll on and find the perfect venue, from stylish spots near Highcross to hidden gems around the Cultural Quarter. This city has the cocktail party venues you need to shake up an unforgettable night.
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![Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLower Floor - Clubhouse
100 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicesterZZahra Q.
“Everything went smoothly and it was a great spot to host a party. Would definitely book again” -
![Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue
160 guestsThe Loft Bar LeicesterLeicester City CentreLeicester's newest cocktail bar in the city centre, serving up home creations and classic favourites. We have a full menu of beers, wine, spirits, and cocktails available. -
![Secret Lounge at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecret Lounge
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterThe focus is on good dining and a well-run bar, with cocktails and a mix of classic and more modern options. The space itself feels styled and a bit more refined, but still easy to settle into whether you’re coming in for -
![Restaurant at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
50 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterThe space leans into Mediterranean influences, especially Italian-inspired food, paired with a solid bar offering cocktails and a range of drinks. The setup feels polished but still comfortable, so it works whether you’re -
![2Funky Street Kitchen at 2Funky Complex in Leicester]()
from £600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availability2Funky Street Kitchen
220 guests2Funky ComplexLeicester2Funky Street Kitchen is the perfect space to host street food events. It has a large outdoor space with a second bar, perfect for the summer. It has a 2 am licence and a capacity of 220 people. -
![Bar at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterIt’s set up with soft neon lighting, greenery, and comfortable seating, giving it a relaxed but slightly more styled feel. It suits things like cocktail parties, birthdays, networking events, or private receptions—anything -
![Entire Venue at The Metal Monocle in Leicester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe Metal MonocleLeicesterThe entire bar can accommodate up to 100 seated and 300 standing guests. The venue is perfect for parties and celebratory drinks. The space features a downstairs bar area with a pool table, karaoke and a stage, as well as -
![Bar Area at The Metal Monocle in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
200 guestsThe Metal MonocleLeicesterThe Bar Area has a maximum capacity of 200 people and is ideal for live music & performances and drinking parties. This space features a bar, a pool table, a stage and karaoke equipment. -
![Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
960 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
#Supervenue
BBhavneet P.
“Great communications and venue facilities” -
![Basement at Sophy Bar & Club in Leicester City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBasement
150 guestsSophy Bar & ClubLeicester City CentreA Vibrant Bar/ Club based in the heart of Leicester City Centre, specialising in cocktail making & hosting private parties. We provide free private hire and can accommodate up to 350 guests across two spacious rooms. -
![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
500 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
#Supervenue
This is a versatile room suitable for hosting a large number of events like wedding receptions, seated awards ceremonies, school proms, birthday parties, Christmas parties, and tabletop game tournaments or whatever plans -
![Foxes at voco® Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £720
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFoxes
50 guestsvoco® LeicesterLeicester City CentreThe Foxes room has a capacity of up to 60 people and is ideal for business meetings, small conferences, seminars and workshops, as well as celebrations, private parties and weddings.
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Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £35 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £33 | to £41 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £60 | to £160 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We had our daughter’s birthday party at this venue and it was perfect for what we needed.’ -
Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great communications and venue facilities...’ -
Wigston 1 at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: The Perfect Venue for Conferences, Meetings & Events in Leicester Perfectly located in Wigston, just a short drive from the M1, Leicester city centre, East Midlands Airport, and Leicester Train Station, Holiday Inn Leicester...
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 Leicester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 160 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 210 guests | prices average £160 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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2 Floors at HARVEYS
on 43 Belvoir Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: It’s lively and built for energy. Upstairs offers a slightly different feel while still being part of the party. It works well as an additional dance space, a social area to catch up with friends, or somewhere to host private... -
Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester
on 2 Albion Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The full inside venue can fit up to 160 people standing. There's a DJ booth ready and set, a disco ball to party the night away, all with a 3 am alcohol license. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel
on 36 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £350 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 120 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £720 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 200 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Leicester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Studio 5 at Create Studios Leicester - hall for 40 guests
Venue said: A flexible 100 sqm room with a presentation projector, full-length mirrors, natural daylight and kitchen access — built to handle everything from birthday parties, baby showers and wedding receptions to showcases, workshops... -
Room 01 at Varanasi Boutique Restaurant - dining room for 13 guests
Venue said: A large pendant light hangs above the table. The room includes curtains over a window, a side console with decorative items, and a potted plan... -
Upstairs Dining at Spice Bazzar - dining room for 32 guests
Venue said: The upper floor is a bright, private space that feels calm and comfortable. It works well for family gatherings, small celebrations, or work meals where you want a bit of separation from the main dining area.
Cheap cocktail party venues in Leicester start from £350 minimum spend per event or £35 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Top Floor at Barceloneta, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The space is thoughtfully divided into two sections, up to 60 seated guests and for standing 100 guest. -
Studio 5 at Create Studios Leicester, from £37 hire fee per hour (up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: A flexible 100 sqm room with a presentation projector, full-length mirrors, natural daylight and kitchen access — built to handle everything from birthday parties, baby showers and wedding receptions to showcases, workshops... -
Loughborough & Harborough at Holiday Inn Leicester, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: The Loughborough & Harborough is a lovely space to host an event. This room can provide space for up to 20 to 60 guests for a private event. It has space for a dance floor too.
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