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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
#Supervenue
JJamila J.
“No interruptions during our booking and kept popping in for any drink orders etc which was really good.” -
![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. -
![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
#Supervenue
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.” -
![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. -
![Private Area at Four Quarters Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Area
60 guestsFour Quarters NewcastleNewcastle City CentreLLia B.
“The space was clean, spacious, and the bartender was cool!” -
![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!” -
![Millenium at All Bar One Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMillenium
25 guestsAll Bar One NewcastleNewcastle City CentreThe venue also offers unique experiences such as Cocktail Masterclasses, where you and your friends can learn to mix your favorite drinks, and themed events like Tapas Tuesday and Sparkling Brunch. -
![Mezzanine at Be At One Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £125
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsBe At One NewcastleNewcastle City CentreAt Be At One Newcastle, we've got tunes, cocktails and vibe to get you in the mood! Whether you're toasting to the weekend or celebrating those big life moment, our menu boasts over 100 cocktails, meticulously crafted by -
![The Upstairs at Claremont Teahouse in Newcastle City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Upstairs
72 guestsClaremont TeahouseNewcastle City CentreThere are tables with chairs, and the space has a colorful, brought vibe thanks to the decor. It's a match for corporate receptions, lunches, and grabbing drinks!
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Book One of Newcastle's Cheap Drinks Reception Venues
from £12
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Area
15
Tonkin - Vietnamese Cuisine
Chinatown, Newcastle
Upstairs at Tonkin is a bright and intimate space with vintage murals, patterned floors, and floral curtains. The setup is relaxed and casual, with space for up to 15 guests.
from £12
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
30
35
Tonkin - Vietnamese Cuisine
Chinatown, Newcastle
Tonkin – Vietnamese Cuisine has a warm and colorful space across two floors, decorated with retro posters, wall art, and colorful details. The venue includes indoor seating, unique decor, and cozy lighting, ideal for casual
from £15
per person / per session
per person / per session
Full Venue
100
200
Golf Fang Newcastle
Newcastle
Exclusive hire of Golf Fang gives guests the chance to get competitive and show off their crazy golf skills, combining street food with refreshing cocktails and DJ's in their art infused environment.
from £16
per person / per session
per person / per session
Downstairs Area
18
20
Soho Korean & Japanese Street Food
Newcastle City Centre
Our venue in Soho offers three spaces. Upstairs, we have a large central bar and room for up to 60 guests. It is ideal for dining, receptions, and private celebrations.
from £16
per person / per session
per person / per session
Backyard
15
20
Soho Korean & Japanese Street Food
Newcastle City Centre
Upstairs, we have a large central bar and room for up to 60 guests. It is ideal for dining, receptions, and private celebrations. Downstairs offers a more intimate setting.
from £50
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Function Room
40
30
Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle
#Supervenue
Our Function Room at Gosforth Hotel is the ideal venue for all your function needs. With a standing capacity of 30 and a seated capacity of 40, it’s the perfect setting for a variety of events, from intimate gatherings to
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Newcastle’s Bars
from £10
per person / per session
per person / per session
Outdoor Terrace
100
Golf Fang Newcastle
Newcastle
Perfect for events such as summer parties, work socials, drinks receptions, birthdays and more! The area can be equipped with its own bar on request.
from £4660
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue
400
Flight Club Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
Flight Club Newcastle can accommodate up to 400 guests for an exclusive venue hire. The space will be yours for the entire evening, includes two beautiful bars, 14 oche's and plenty of seating for you and your guests to make
from £550
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Lounge
40
As You Like It
Jesmond, Newcastle
Relax and enjoy service of pre-booked food & drinks packages available to you, or simply book the area as a base from wish guests use the bar to buy their own drinks.
from £4000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Half Gastro Bar
100
150
Shark Club Gastro Bar
Newcastle City Centre
Shark Club Gastro Bar is a lively bar inside the Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel. The venue has three different spaces suitable for private hire. You can discover the perfect setting for your next event in Newcastle with
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Chalet
80
ChachaBuchi
Newcastle City Centre
Our beautiful chalet for 80 people equipped with its own private bar and bathrooms is the perfect space for any occasion. You have the option to take charge of the AUX or get connected to all the live music that will be on
from £2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
162
260
Four Quarters Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
The bar serves as a focal point, offering a diverse selection of craft beers and inventive cocktails, alongside a tantalizing pizza menu to fuel the fun.
Drink and Dine at Newcastle’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
from £100
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Viceroy
60
Pleased to Meet You
Newcastle City Centre
Pleased to Meet You is a cocktail bar and restaurant in Newcastle with a spacious, stylish interior. It offers seasonal menus, a strong gin selection, and flexible event options.
from £3300
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Full Venue Hire
300
600
Banyan Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
#Supervenue
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Jamila J.
“No interruptions during our booking and kept popping in for any drink orders etc which was really good.”
“No interruptions during our booking and kept popping in for any drink orders etc which was really good.”
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Bar Area
22
35
Gaucho Newcastle
Newcastle City Centre
Whether you're dining in our main restaurant, hosting an intimate gathering in one of our private rooms, or enjoying a quick lunch or after-work drinks, our commitment to excellence will ensure that your experience will be
from £400
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
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60
21
Quayside, Newcastle
Our private dining room is a restaurant-within-a-restaurant: spacious, comfortable, stylish, and discreetly separated from the main dining area, it’s the ideal venue for both corporate and private events in Newcastle upon
from £25
per person / per session
per person / per session
Event Space
35
40
Solomons Indian Restaurant & Takeaway
Newcastle
Our restaurant can welcome up to 40 people conveniently. If you are looking for the perfect venue to celebrate birthdays, engagements, baby showers, christenings, work Christmas parties, club socials, or team-building days,
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Dining Room
60
96
Osters by Lovage
Newcastle
This restaurant was featured in the 2024 Michelin Guide! The available for rent room is fit for dining parties, and corporate receptions.
FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Newcastle
In Newcastle, prices of drinks reception venues average £850 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 November 2025:
| From £300 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £19 | to £35 | per person |
| From £100 | hire fee per event |
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 (November 2025):
| Small drinks reception venues | up to 35 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium drinks reception venues | between 50 and 100 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Large drinks reception venues | over 130 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!’
