Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

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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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Book One of Oxford's Cheap Venues for Cocktail Parties

Indoor Area
from £9
per person / per session
Indoor Area
75
120
The Spires Cafe & Restaurant
Oxford City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
The space features a variety of table seating arrangements beneath a ceiling painted to resemble the sky, along with a large image of Oxford and a panoramic depiction of Gloucester Green Square from the 1950s.
Dining Room
from £10
per person / per session
Dining Room
30
60
Spiced Roots Restaurant
Oxford
Restaurant
Shared space
Spiced Roots is a family-run Caribbean restaurant and rum bar on Oxford’s Cowley Road. The interior feels like a tropical getaway, complete with beachy décor and a thatched rum bar - but no sand in your shoes.
Gin Room
from £250
minimum spend / per session
Gin Room
40
80
Slug and Lettuce Oxford
(1)
Oxford City Centre
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Dining Room in a Cocktail Bar
Private space
Slug & Lettuce is now open following a huge refurbishment! Whether you are looking for Cocktails in Oxford with friends, a bite to eat in our new birdcage booths or to party the night away, we welcome all occasions.
Downstairs Dining
from £31
minimum spend / per session
Downstairs Dining
35
56
Chutneys Indian Brasserie
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The space features tiled flooring, dark-painted walls, and a mix of natural and overhead lighting, with windows bringing in daylight from one side. Tables are arranged in rows, paired with high-back chairs in neutral tones
Upstairs Dining
from £31
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Dining
40
64
Chutneys Indian Brasserie
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The space features tiled flooring and long dining tables with colourful chairs that can seat up to 40 people. Large windows and a glass-roof section bring in plenty of natural light.
St. Aldate’s Room
from £90
hire fee / per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
40
40
Oxford Town Hall
(9)
Oxford City Centre
Function Room in a Hall
Private space
If you're looking for a space to hold a small and intimate wedding, the cosy St Aldate’s Room might be your perfect choice! It is the smallest room offered by Oxford Town Hall with the capacity for up to 40 guests.
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Oxford’s Restaurants

Entire Restaurant
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Restaurant
60
120
Fresco
Oxford
Restaurant
Whole venue
At our restaurant, we proudly serve an extensive selection of wines, cocktails, and more, all while focusing on delivering the most authentic Italian cuisine to our guests.
Entire Venue
from £42
per person / per session
Entire Venue
60
100
Bbuona
Oxford City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
Bbuona is a restaurant located at Gloucester Green, specialising in traditional Italian pinsa, cocktails, coffee, and gelato.
Restaurant
from £50
per person / per session
Restaurant
70
112
CuttleFish
Oxford
Restaurant
Whole venue
The restaurant can accommodate up to 70 guests for dinner parties, family gatherings, work outings, drink celebrations and other special occasions. The space is wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned.
Entire Venue
from £47
per person / per session
Entire Venue
70
70
La Cucina
Oxford
Restaurant
Whole venue
Our restaurant offers a warmly lit venue for private celebrations, including birthday parties, anniversaries, and corporate dinners, accommodating up to 70 guests.
Entire Venue
from £35
per person / per session
Entire Venue
61
100
Mowgli Street Food Oxford
Oxford City Centre
Restaurant
Whole venue
For those looking to host something memorable, the restaurant is available for exclusive hire and can accommodate up to 100 guests. Whether it’s a celebration, team event, or just an excuse to gather, Mowgli Oxford offers
Downstairs Area
from £48
per person / per session
Downstairs Area
40
40
Bangkok House
Oxford City Centre
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
At Bangkok House, we have been serving authentic Thai flavours in Oxford since 1992. With an on-site bar and a vegetarian menu available, our restaurant caters to a range of private occasions, offering its spaces for hire.
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Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Oxford

FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Oxford

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 May 2026:

Prices of cocktail party venues in Oxford
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 May 2026), the best options include:

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 (May 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 65 and 100 guests prices average £650 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:

  • 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.

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