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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Canterbury
Canterbury is where your guests can enjoy both medieval charm and modern mixology. Here, you will have the chance to book everything from stylish hotel lounges near the Cathedral to intimate wine bars along the cobbled streets. This city has drinks reception venues that pair history with a perfect pour. Expect inviting atmospheres, great drinks, and venues that make mingling feel effortless. Time to raise your glass in a city that’s been celebrating for centuries. Find your space today.
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![Whole Venue at The John in Canterbury]()
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsThe JohnCanterburyDJ-Ready Hub: Built-in desk and sound system? Let the beats rule. - No Half-Measures Bar: Fully stocked with top-shelf spirits, craft beers, and cocktails that impress. -
![Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £3000
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300 guestsBoom Battle Bar CanterburyCanterburyOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration. -
![Lounge at Penny Theatre Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £50
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
42 guestsPenny Theatre CanterburyCanterburyPerfect for smaller gatherings, casual meetups, or pre-event drinks, the Lounge Area offers a relaxed and adaptable setting for your next occasion. -
![The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury at The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Veg Box Cafe Canterbury
60 guestsThe Veg Box Cafe CanterburyCanterburyPerfect venue for your next event. With a capacity for up to 60 guests, we offer a warm, intimate space ideal for celebrations, gatherings, and special occasions. -
![1/2 Hire of Garden at Penny Theatre Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availability1/2 Hire of Garden
60 guestsPenny Theatre CanterburyCanterburyOriginally the Alexandra Music Hall and Penny Theatre which operated between 1750 and 1903, today's pub is the best place for food, cocktails, music and sport in Canterbury. -
![The Theatre at Penny Theatre Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Theatre
125 guestsPenny Theatre CanterburyCanterburyOur spacious and flexible Theatre Room offers the perfect setting for a wide range of events, from corporate functions and presentations to private parties and entertainment nights. -
![Garden at Penny Theatre Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGarden
125 guestsPenny Theatre CanterburyCanterburyOur Garden Area provides a relaxed, flexible outdoor setting for events with both hut and bench seating options. The space can be partially or fully hired to accommodate gatherings of any size. -
![Upper Level with Terrace at The Drapers Arms in Canterbury]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Level with Terrace
70 guestsThe Drapers ArmsCanterburyThe upper level of our pub, along side our stunning garden terrace is an ideal spot for an array of celebrations and occasions and hosts up to 70 guests. -
![Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge in Canterbury]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsCanterbury Cathedral LodgeCanterburyThe Kentish Barn, with its large windows offering views of the Cathedral, is a great space for enjoying drinks and cocktails. If you wish to host a summer reception, you are more than welcome to do that in the Campanile Garden. -
![Cathedral Room at Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury]()
from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCathedral Room
150 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyThe Cathedral Room is our largest conference room offering luxurious air-conditioned accommodation for up to 150 delegates theatre style. Flooded with natural daylight and with access onto the terrace and gardens it is perfectly -
![Darwin Conference Suite at University of Kent in Canterbury]()
from £225
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDarwin Conference Suite
400 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyDarwin Conference Suite is a flexible conference venue, situated in Darwin College, and available all year round. The suite provides an adaptable space for a maximum of 200 people. -
![Exclusive Use at Winters Barns in Canterbury]()
from £9860
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsWinters BarnsCanterburyThe Court Barn, situated among colorful flowers and stunning views, is a perfect summer wedding space. If the weather is rainy and the temperature not so pleasant, the barns’ warm atmosphere will welcome you and your guests.
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FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Canterbury
In Canterbury, prices of drinks reception venues average £400 minimum spend per event. 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 Canterbury, based on Tagvenue data from September 2025:
| From £100 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £300 | to £500 | hire fee per day |
| From £10 | per person |
