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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Newcastle
With the iconic Millennium Bridge as your backdrop and a proud nightlife culture that’s as famous as its football, Newcastle’s drinks reception venues give every toast a proper Geordie spirit. Whether it’s champagne, cocktails, or a pint with character, your perfect spot is waiting. Keep scrolling and let’s raise a glass in true Toon style.
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![The Branch at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £110
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Branch
25 guestsBanyan NewcastleNewcastle City Centre
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JJamila J.
“No interruptions during our booking and kept popping in for any drink orders etc which was really good.” -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at The Botanist, Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £8000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
375 guestsThe Botanist, NewcastleNewcastle City CentreFriendly cocktail bar & restaurant serving bottomless brunch, hanging kebabs, hearty roasts, live music and late night drinks in Newcastle. -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
271 guestsBe At One NewcastleNewcastle City CentreDDavid B.
“The staff were very friendly and attentive. The venue is in a great location in the heart of Newcastle.” -
![Venue Exclusive Hire at Gaucho Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityVenue Exclusive Hire
150 guestsGaucho NewcastleNewcastle City CentreServing carbon-neutral steak, fine wines & classic cocktails, our Argentinian steak restaurant is perfect for weekday lunches, after-work drinks, Sunday roasts, events and private dining. -
![Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne in Newcastle]()
from £50
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsGosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon TyneNewcastle
#Supervenue
LLauren A.
“Booking process was fantastic, very easy to contact and approachable with any queries or concerns.” -
![Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
40 guestsBrewDog NewcastleNewcastle City CentreAAshley K.
“Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday” -
![Entire Venue at Louie's Liquor Store in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsLouie's Liquor StoreNewcastle City Centre
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JJo A.
“Had a party here at the weekend - it is a great party venue and Jordan and the team were absolutely superb .” -
![Cocktail Bar at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £550
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
300 guestsBanyan NewcastleNewcastle City Centre
#Supervenue
FFran S.
“Amazing venue for our party. The staff were great and everyone commented on how good the venue was.” -
![Entire Venue at Anarchy Brew Co in Newcastle]()
from £750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
500 guestsAnarchy Brew CoNewcastleDDeaf E.
“The space was perfect for our theme and worked well for accessibility.” -
![Private Area at Four Quarters Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Area
60 guestsFour Quarters NewcastleNewcastle City Centre
#Supervenue
LLia B.
“The space was clean, spacious, and the bartender was cool!” -
![40's at Slug & Lettuce, Newcastle Quayside in Quayside, Newcastle]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability40's
40 guestsSlug & Lettuce, Newcastle QuaysideQuayside, NewcastleA laid-back and welcoming spot, Slug & Lettuce serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside a wide selection of world wines, beers, and standout cocktails. -
![Restaurant at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
30 guestsBanyan NewcastleNewcastle City Centre
#Supervenue
IIzzy D.
“It was a really smooth, enjoyable experience and good was amazing, great quality especially for the price!”
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FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Newcastle
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £910 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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From £400 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £19 | to £40 | per person |
| From £30 | to £60 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
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Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne in Newcastle - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was absolutely perfect and set up exactly as requested.’ -
The Branch at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Communication was really clear when booking and really easy to pre-order.’ -
Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’
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 Newcastle, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £910 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average £2700 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Venue Exclusive Hire at Gaucho Newcastle
on 2-6 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Set in a timeless Grade II listed building on Pilgrim Street, Gaucho brings its first restaurant to the North East of England. Drawing inspiration from the deep heritage of Newcastle, the birthplace of railways, shipbuilding... -
Millenium at All Bar One Newcastle
on 51 Grey Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Millennium space at All Bar One Newcastle is perfect for semi-private gatherings. It features wooden tables and patterned chairs, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. -
Private Area at Four Quarters Newcastle
on 54 Dean Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The space was clean, spacious, and the bartender was cool!’
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