Sea breeze, sandy toes, and a chilled glass in hand? Bournemouth does drinks like no other. Planning a corporate mixer, a wedding welcome party, or just a classy catch-up by the sea? Bournemouth delivers drinks reception venues with laid-back charm, stylish spaces, and a touch of that holiday energy that makes every glass taste better. Let’s help you find the perfect place to sip, socialise, and soak up the coastal energy.
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £33 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 Bournemouth, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £25 | to £34 | per person |
| From £175 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
| From £250 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find drinks reception 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 Bournemouth, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £200 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 110 guests | prices average £5000 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bournemouth, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £1150 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 300 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 140 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 hire fee per day | typically between 30 and 140 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £400 hire fee per day | typically between 70 and 100 guests |
Page last updated in May 2026
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