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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Cambridge
Planning a corporate mixer, pre-dinner drinks, or a celebration with friends? Cambridge’s drinks reception venues are beautifully decorated, offer great service, and have just the right dash of scholarly sophistication. Picture elegant college halls, cosy wine bars around King’s Parade, and chic hotel lounges, all perfect for clinking glasses and sparking conversation. Book spaces that impress without the fuss.
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![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar CambridgeCentral CambridgeThe best bottomless brunch in Cambridge, 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. -
![Sky Garden at Hyatt Centric Cambridge in Cambridge]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySky Garden
300 guestsHyatt Centric CambridgeCambridgeThe space works well for drinks receptions, private parties, networking events, and sunset celebrations, giving guests an open-air venue away from the usual indoor function room setup. -
![Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
120 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral CambridgeJJana S.
“Great mix of party area and calmer areas to have conversations. Guests liked the food despite it being cold.” -
![Private Dining & Events at Browns Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining & Events
60 guestsBrowns CambridgeCentral CambridgeKKerry B.
“We dined here as a table of 33 plus 2 babies in arms. Using their semi private room separated by curtains.” -
![Banyard Room & Lookout Terrace at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBanyard Room & Lookout Terrace
95 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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AAngela C.
“Excellent communication with the venue. Staff in the day were helpful and the food was really great” -
![Club Shuffle at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityClub Shuffle
60 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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MMaddy B.
“Lovely venue, very easy to use and bar team were great!” -
![The Tivoli Full Venue Hire at The Tivoli in Cambridge]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Tivoli Full Venue Hire
800 guestsThe TivoliCambridge
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SSteve C.
“Great venue with a fun atmosphere. Staff were helpful and professional” -
![Clubroom at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityClubroom
320 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral CambridgeChoose from a range of stunning food and drinks options and let the events team create the most fabulous event for your company. The clubroom at Revolution Cambridge is a great space for your next business event, with two -
![Stoli Lounge at Revolution Cambridge in Central Cambridge]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStoli Lounge
120 guestsRevolution CambridgeCentral CambridgeMMelissa H.
“We hosted well over 100 people in the club room, and while it was quite busy, it wasn't uncomfortably full!” -
![Partial Venue Hire at Butch Annie’s Restaurant in Central Cambridge]()
from £28
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPartial Venue Hire
50 guestsButch Annie’s RestaurantCentral CambridgeIconic Cambridge restaurant and hip hang out selling the finest dry-aged organic burgers and steaks, locally brewed craft beers on tap, natural wines and a full cocktail menu. -
![Entire Venue at The LAB in Central Cambridge]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120 guestsThe LABCentral CambridgeThere is a selection of in-house catering with dishes like fries, croquets and signature cocktails that have fry ice effects and apple foam. The cocktails are pretty and customised to be fun, and they are created beautifully -
![Lounge Bar at Maurizio Dining & Co. in Cambridge]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Bar
34 guestsMaurizio Dining & Co.CambridgeThe space picks up natural light from above. People stop by for drinks, small gatherings, or an after-dinner pause.
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Book One of Cambridge's Cheap Spaces for Drinks Receptions
from £16
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Private Dining Room
20
20
Bill's Cambridge Restaurant
Central Cambridge
Our private dining room is a little gem tucked at the back of the restaurant — perfect for small group dinners, work get-togethers or family celebrations.
from £16
per person / per session
per person / per session
Back Left Section
30
30
Bill's Cambridge Restaurant
Central Cambridge
Looking for a semi private space for your event? We can fit up to 30 guests as semi private or have more space and accommodate up to 48 guests in the full back left section!
from £25
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant Hire
250
300
Browns Cambridge
Central Cambridge
The menu showcases British classics and seasonal dishes, paired with an extensive selection of cocktails, wines, and beers. A private dining area is also available for events, accommodating up to 36 guests.
from £300
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Bar
30
45
Grape Britannia
Cambridge
Our bar is an intimate and cosy space. It was originally a Victorian residential house and still has the original period fireplace in situ. We host private parties and wine tastings in this space.
from £35
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Lower Hall
60
70
St Paul's Church & Community Centre
Cambridge
The Lower Hall is a more intimate space, perfect for: Teaching and tutoring, group activities, breakout sessions, children's party & anniversary's.
from £200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Small Snug Bar
30
45
The Portland Arms
Cambridge
Traditional pub and 200 cap live venue in Cambridge. Pub features two bars with real fire places and wood paneling. Either of which could be hired for a private event, meeting or gathering.
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Cambridge’s Restaurants
from £28
per person / per session
per person / per session
Full Venue Hire
90
100
Butch Annie’s Restaurant
Central Cambridge
Iconic Cambridge restaurant and hip hang out selling the finest dry-aged organic burgers and steaks, locally brewed craft beers on tap, natural wines and a full cocktail menu.
from £16
per person / per session
per person / per session
Back Right Section
70
70
Bill's Cambridge Restaurant
Central Cambridge
This part of the restaurant has a lovely energy in the evenings, especially when it’s filled with laughter, cocktails and the sound of clinking glasses.
from £37
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Restaurant
31
50
De Luca Cucina & Bar
Central Cambridge
The heart of De Luca, our Main Restaurant offers a cosy atmosphere perfect for medium-sized events, from group dinners to private functions. With room for up to 50 guests, this stylish space provides full table service, seasonal
from £40
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
70
110
Sticks'n'Sushi Cambridge
Central Cambridge
In the heart of Cambridge's trendy restaurant district, this sushi hotspot is where old-school vibe meets hip. The 230 square metre restaurant is a cosy mix of high ceilings, trendy pendant lighting and carefully selected
from £45
per person / per session
per person / per session
Ground Floor
70
Namaste Village Cambridge
Cambridge
The lower level of the restaurant is filled with light beige and off-white tables and chairs. There's lots of dining space and a bar area separated by a bar countertop with a rich, wood-toned finish.
from £20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Restaurant
25
40
Raja Indian Restaurant Cambridge
Central Cambridge
The space at Raja Indian Restaurant is warm and cozy. Dark leather booths line the walls. Wooden tables and black chairs fill the room. Pendant lights hang low, giving off a soft glow.
FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Cambridge
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £37 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 Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £750 | hire fee per day |
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 Cambridge, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (July 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cambridge, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Roof Terrace at Revolution Cambridge
on Downing Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great mix of party area and calmer areas to have conversations.’ -
Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Cambridge
on 36 Saint Andrew's Street - 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. -
The Crick at University Arms
on 52-42 Regent Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The sense of elegance without pomposity, of intimacy over corporate formality, is unusual for Cambridge.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 60 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 50 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 200 guests |
| Bar | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 60 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 95 and 100 guests |
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