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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Bournemouth
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.
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![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth Town Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth Town CentreThe best bottomless brunch in Bournemouth, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment. -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
200 guestsBe At One BournemouthBournemouthAt Be At One Bournemouth, we've got the music and cocktails to set the perfect vibe! Whether you're celebrating the weekend or marking a special occasion, our menu offers over 100 expertly crafted cocktails, thanks to our -
![Private Dining Room at Riverside in Bournemouth]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
40 guestsRiversideBournemouthAccommodating up to 40 guests, it offers versatility whether you prefer a formal sit-down meal or a more relaxed buffet and drinks reception. Our Private Dining Room is elegantly appointed, providing a comfortable and inviting -
![Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth Town Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
750 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth Town CentreOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration. -
![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce Bournemouth The Square in Bournemouth]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
400 guestsSlug and Lettuce Bournemouth The SquareBournemouthDrop in with friends, grab a drink after work, or come solo and chill with a coffee and the papers. We’ll be ready to look after you. -
![Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth Town Centre]()
from £38
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Masterclass
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth Town CentreStart your masterclass with a delicious G.O.A.T Punch (one of our signature cocktails, served with a transfer tattoo!) to get you in the cocktail mood and then learn how to shake it like a Polaroid picture as you make 2 cocktails -
![Function Room at The Duck Westbourne in Bournemouth]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsThe Duck WestbourneBournemouthOur function room can seat 16 around a table or up to about 25-30 people standing. It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes. -
![Whole Venue Hire at Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
150 guestsBrasserie Blanc BournemouthBournemouthSecure our entire venue for your next event and enjoy exclusive access to all our beautifully designed rooms. Perfect for conferences, weddings, and special occasions, our venue offers privacy and sophistication. -
![Chill Out Area at Slug & Lettuce, The Square Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChill Out Area
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, The Square BournemouthBournemouthMeet up with friends, share a drink with your work colleagues or ‘go solo’ and catch up with the papers over coffee. We look forward to serving you soon! -
![Private Room at Vicolo in Bournemouth]()
from £200
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Room
40 guestsVicoloBournemouthVicolo offers a versatile event setting, made for intimate gatherings, celebrations, or corporate functions, where you can enjoy the use of a private dedicated space for your events. -
![The Conservatory Restaurant at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth]()
from £375
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Conservatory Restaurant
140 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouthThe Riviera Hotel is the perfect venue for your Civil Ceremony. The Conservatory Restaurant is the larger of our two rooms with beautiful sea views.Perfect for larger weddings, it can accommodate up to 140 guests. -
![Mauretania Suite at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMauretania Suite
160 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouthOur largest conference room is situated on the lower ground floor with level access, private external entrance from the car park and cloakroom, is climate controlled, has its own bar (if required), toilets & a mobility access
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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 August 2026:
| From £25 | to £34 | per person |
| From £175 | to £500 | 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £175 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 140 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bournemouth, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth
on Units LG2 & LG3, BH2 Exeter Crescent - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: All you need is a minimum of 6 eager cocktail makers and then you can leave the rest to us. Great vibes guaranteed. -
Whole Venue Hire at Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth
on 105 West Cliff Road - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth is a French brasserie by the seaside, offering a relaxed dining atmosphere with both a terrace and an elegant dining room. The menu features classic French dishes and a curated wine selection -
Full Venue Hire at Be At One Bournemouth
on 3 Richmond Hill - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Whether you're celebrating the weekend or marking a special occasion, our menu offers over 100 expertly crafted cocktails, thanks to our skilled bartenders.
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