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Top Cocktail 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 hourCheck 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.” -
![Restaurant at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
50 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterThe space leans into Mediterranean influences, especially Italian-inspired food, paired with a solid bar offering cocktails and a range of drinks. The setup feels polished but still comfortable, so it works whether you’re -
![Secret Lounge at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecret Lounge
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterSecret Garden is a restaurant and bar space in Leicester that brings together Mediterranean-inspired food—especially Italian—with a strong drinks offering. -
![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. -
![Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
960 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterBBhavneet P.
“Great communications and venue facilities” -
![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
550 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterThis is a versatile room suitable for hosting a large number of events like wedding receptions, seated awards ceremonies, school proms, birthday parties, Christmas parties, and tabletop game tournaments or whatever plans -
![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! -
![Top Floor at Barceloneta in Leicester]()
from £350
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityTop Floor
100 guestsBarcelonetaLeicesterThe seafood paella and chorizo al vino have become fixtures for good reason. The drinks list follows the same logic: Spanish sherries, well-chosen wines, and sangria by the jug for the table. -
![Bar at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge in Leicester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterIt’s set up with soft neon lighting, greenery, and comfortable seating, giving it a relaxed but slightly more styled feel. It suits things like cocktail parties, birthdays, networking events, or private receptions—anything
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £600 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £500 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £41 | per person |
| From £60 | to £200 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 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...’ -
Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great communications and venue facilities...’ -
Knighton Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: The Perfect Venue for Conferences, Meetings & Events in Leicester Perfectly located in Wigston, just a short drive from the M1, Leicester city centre, East Midlands Airport, and Leicester Train Station, Holiday Inn Leicester...
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 200 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 210 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
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. -
Night Club at The Basement
on 1 Wellington Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Basement isn’t just a venue — it’s an experience. A hidden gem in Leicester that offers character, energy, and flexibility all in one space. -
Basement at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: A Vibrant Bar/ Club based in the heart of Leicester City Centre, specialising in cocktail making & hosting private parties. We provide free private hire and can accommodate up to 350 guests across two spacious rooms.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 350 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £350 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
| Hall | prices average £200 hire fee per hour | typically around 300 guests |
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