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.
In Cambridge, prices 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 October 2025:
From £28 | to £45 | per person |
From £250 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
From £250 | to £1000 | hire fee 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 Cambridge, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small drinks reception venues | up to 40 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
Medium drinks reception venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
Large drinks reception venues | over 110 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |