Drinks Reception Venues for Hire in Liverpool

Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £1000 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 Liverpool, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• The Bar Area at Gaucho Liverpool in Liverpool City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Venue said: The area includes dedicated drinks service for cocktails, wine and spirits. The space is fitted with a sound system and supports live and background music.

• Firepit at Sub Rosa in Baltic Triangle - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic venue, great vibe enhanced by the quirky industrial look, tons of plants and glitter balls!’

• The Benidorm Bar at 3 Level Venue with 24hr drinks licence in Cavern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Fabulous venue, party ready! Reasonably priced drinks, very helpful staff members on duty.’

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 Liverpool, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Liverpool, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Whole Venue at Red Dog Saloon Liverpool on 66 Bold Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The venue includes a stage, in-house PA, and dancefloor, with optional Country or Rock ’n’ Roll bands.
• Ludwigs Lookout at Albert's Schloss Liverpool on 18/26 Bold Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: We’re a Bavarian-inspired beer hall and restaurant serving Europe’s best tankards of beer, expertly crafted cocktails, fine wine, and Alpine-inspired dishes.
• Immersive Prison Experience at Alcotraz Liverpool on 36 Seel Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Our crooked guards will help you, and our talented mixologists, who are dressed as inmates, will create special cocktails just for you. Everyone around you is a trained actor, fully dedicated to making your time at Alcotraz...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Liverpool, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Private Dining Room at Duke Street Market, rated 5/5 - dining room for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘Hosted a hen party in the private space at Duke street market. It was a fantastic day.’

• The Mezz at Love Lane Brewery, Bar and Kitchen, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘Food was amazing, service was excellent, peach beer and blackberry gin was nice...’

• Private Dining Room at The Botanist, Liverpool One, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 8 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great communication, lovely venue...’

Cheap drinks reception venues in Liverpool start from £100 hire fee per day or £50 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Benidorm Bar at 3 Level Venue with 24hr drinks licence, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 160 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Reasonable drinks and fantastic entertainment.’

• The Gallery Room at Racquet Club Hotel & Ziba Restaurant, from £50 hire fee per event (up to 48 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Good facilities overall for a moderate sized event. Great location for parking...’

• Mean Eyed Cat Booth Hire at Mean Eyed Cat Liverpool, from £10 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: Features: The space has dedicated table service and direct access to the venue bar and cocktail menu. The area benefits from on-site pizza service, air conditioning and some natural light, and is subject to the venue's noise...