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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Leicester
Find the best drinks reception venues Leicester has to offer right here, from chic cocktail bars around Granby Street to stylish lounges near Curve Theatre. With its rich cultural mix, the city serves everything from craft ales to sparkling prosecco, often with a side of legendary Indian cuisine. Home to Kasabian, Walkers crisps, and one football fairytale, Leicester knows how to celebrate. Keep scrolling and let’s find your perfect spot.
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![Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester]()
from £45
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLower Floor - Clubhouse
100 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicesterMMairead F.
“The kitchen was well equipped and the bar offered a wide selection of drinks at very reasonable prices.” -
![Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
350 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterOur room is ideal for both intimate and corporate events. Host birthdays, drinks receptions, company gatherings, and more in a cozy setting that features a dedicated DJ booth, a fully stocked bar, and friendly, attentive -
![Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue
160 guestsThe Loft Bar LeicesterLeicester City CentreWe have a full menu of beers, wine, spirits, and cocktails available. Bespoke menu development to personalise the event for the drinks and style you love. -
![Entire Venue at The Metal Monocle in Leicester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe Metal MonocleLeicesterThe entire bar can accommodate up to 100 seated and 300 standing guests. The venue is perfect for parties and celebratory drinks. The space features a downstairs bar area with a pool table, karaoke and a stage, as well as -
![Bar Area at The Metal Monocle in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
200 guestsThe Metal MonocleLeicesterThe Bar Area has a maximum capacity of 200 people and is ideal for live music & performances and drinking parties. This space features a bar, a pool table, a stage and karaoke equipment. -
![Full Venue Hire at Roxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £2010
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
350 guestsRoxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, LeicesterLeicester City CentreFood and drinks packages can be added to complete your event, with options including pizza and sharing nibbles, alongside drinks packages featuring beer, cider, wine, spirits, prosecco, and non-alcoholic choices. -
![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
550 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterBBhavneet P.
“Great communications and venue facilities” -
![Basement at Sophy Bar & Club in Leicester City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityBasement
150 guestsSophy Bar & ClubLeicester City CentreWe are based in the heart of Leicester City Centre and specialise in cocktail making & hosting private parties. We provide free private hire from 17:00 to 23:30, accommodating up to 350 guests across two spacious rooms. -
![Arrowsmith's Digital Darts at Arrowsmith Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityArrowsmith's Digital Darts
25 guestsArrowsmith LeicesterLeicester City CentreYour host will greet you and lead you straight to the Battle Ground, where any pre-ordered drinks will be waiting for you. Then you'll set up your profile on the system, select a game and get playing! -
![Downstairs at ALCOVE in Leicester City Centre]()
from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDownstairs
60 guestsALCOVELeicester City CentreThe space itself is open-plan, modern, and intentionally minimal, making it easy to dress up or down depending on your event. -
![2Funky Street Kitchen at 2Funky Complex in Leicester]()
from £600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availability2Funky Street Kitchen
220 guests2Funky ComplexLeicester2Funky Street Kitchen is the perfect space to host street food events. It has a large outdoor space with a second bar, perfect for the summer. It has a 2 am licence and a capacity of 220 people. -
![The Dugout at Roxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £240
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Dugout
12 guestsRoxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, LeicesterLeicester City CentreFocused and high-impact, The Dugout is designed for fast-paced action and skill-based challenges. Ideal for smaller groups, this space lets guests step up to the plate and test their aim in a fun, competitive setting.
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £41 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data from March 2026:
| From £17 | to £41 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £100 | to £200 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated March 2026), the best options include:
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Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Everything went smoothly and it was a great spot to host a party. Would definitely book again...’ -
Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great communications and venue facilities...’ -
Oadby Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: It features guest amenities, a foyer for breaks and drink service, and is accessible via our private stage suite entrance. The space benefits from natural daylight and includes a dedicated cloakroom, air-conditioning, blackout...
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 Leicester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (March 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 100 and 200 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average £160 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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2 Floors at HARVEYS
on 43 Belvoir Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: With resident DJs, varied music sets, and drink deals that keep things moving, it’s a popular choice for students, birthday groups, and anyone planning a big celebration. -
Late Bar & Club at The Basement
on 1 Wellington Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our spot has a unique vibe with dim lighting, low ceilings, an exposed brick basement with armchairs, wooden tables, and neon. -
Basement at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our basement is for those who resonate more with the wild side of nightlife, decorated and kitted out for loud vibes and loud music. This beautiful room has a capacity of 150 guests.
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