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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Oxford
Oxford is known for its dreaming spires, but it also knows how to mix a mean martini. From chic lounges near the High Street to stylish spots along Cowley Road, this city serves up cocktail party venues as impressive as its history. Think candlelit cellars, rooftop views over Radcliffe Camera, and bartenders shaking up creations worthy of a toast with friends or colleagues. Keep scrolling, your next cocktail celebration is waiting.
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![Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBackseat Becky's
40 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food” -
![Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCape Private Room
110 guestsCape of Good HopeOxford
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SSimon D.
“Great venue for a large party with speakers and television for music.” -
![Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
120 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreJJane S.
“Perfect venue for a private party with friends.” -
![Full Venue at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
480 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City CentreSlug & Lettuce Oxford is back and looking better than ever after a big glow-up! Whether you're after cocktails with friends, a bite to eat in one of our new birdcage booths, or just here to dance the night away—we’ve got -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1400
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
55 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford City CentreThe Oxford restaurant provides 170 covers in an expansive downstairs dining room, a 55-cover upstairs private dining room for bookings and a cosy cocktail bar. -
![JoJo's Bar at JoJo's Bar in Oxford]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityJoJo's Bar
80 guestsJoJo's BarOxfordThis is a welcoming bar known for its casual vibe and adaptable layout. We are located on Cowley Road in Oxford All kinds of cocktails, local craft beers, and fine wines are served here. -
![Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsThe Trout OxfordOxfordAAdrian B.
“25 of us had a great time for six hours in the room, then enjoyed more drinks outside next to the river” -
![The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe River Room
25 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City CentreRRaquel B.
“The (non veggie) food we were told was also excellent and there was plenty of variety.” -
![The Caf (Exclusive Hire) at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Exclusive Hire)
70 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreMMax B.
“We had an all-vegan menu and it was absolutely fantastic. It was the perfect venue for our event!” -
![Dining Area at The Coconut Tree Oxford in Oxford]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Area
80 guestsThe Coconut Tree OxfordOxfordThe Dining Area at The Coconut Tree Oxford is a cozy space, accommodating up to 80 guests. It will be a fit for parties, corporate team building receptions, and celebrations! -
![Restaurtant at Oxford Brunch Bar in Oxford City Centre]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurtant
55 guestsOxford Brunch BarOxford City CentreWe are restaurant based in the busy city centre of Oxford. We are currently advertising the space for the private hire and parties in the evening. We can customise the menu and drinks as per the client requirement. -
![The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Folly - Exclusive Use
100 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City CentreWe host parties, wedding receptions, company events and drinks receptions all year round in one of Oxford’s most stunning, yet affordable, venues. Private use of our restaurant offers you a beautiful, unique setting perfect
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Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £45 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £30 | to £48 | per person |
| From £250 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.’ -
The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A wonderful evening to celebrate daughter’s 21st birthday with her friends.’ -
Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant.’
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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 95 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford
on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our Private Dining Room - The Mitre Room is located on the second floor of our restaurant and is the perfect setting for special occasions. We can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up to... -
Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar
on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: With a late licence, we serve a wide variety of wines, beers, cocktails and champagne. We offer live music performances and entertainment every night. Our entire venue is available for hire for private events, parties, celebrations... -
St. Aldate’s Room at Oxford Town Hall
on Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Afterwards, you and your guests can move onto the Old Library or Assembly Room for your wedding feast and party.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £560 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 55 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £150 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 70 guests |
| Pub | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 110 guests |
| Bar | prices average £4500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oxford, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Bacchanalia - River Boat at The Folly Restaurant, rated 5/5 - event space for 12 guests
Our user said: ‘Fantastic employees! Made us feel so welcome.’ -
Downstairs Area at Bangkok House - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: With an on-site bar and a vegetarian menu available, our restaurant caters to a range of private occasions, offering its spaces for hire. We are family-friendly and provide high chairs for children, as well as disabled amenities... -
Semi-private area at Sticks'n'Sushi Oxford - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Our large terrace is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail, a colourful salad, delicious sushi—or to just take in the smell of our freshly grilled yakitori sticks with the dreaming spires of Oxford as a romantic backdrop.
Cheap cocktail party venues in Oxford start from £20 per person or £100 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope, from £20 per person (up to 110 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Communication, venue size, price.’ -
The Salon at Brasserie Blanc Oxford, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: Our saloon bar, designed for gatherings of up to 20 guests, it’s the perfect setting for both personal celebrations and small business meetings. -
Bar & Terrace at Cotswold Lodge Hotel, from £75 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Our traditionally decorated Bar & Terrace features a vintage-style interior with lounge seating. Enjoy drinks, coffee, afternoon tea, and bar meals during the day.
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