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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Oxford
Oxford has always known how to pair tradition with celebration with cosy pubs that inspired Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, and rooftop bars with dreamy views of the “city of dreaming spires”. From stylish hotel lounges near the High Street to riverside terraces by the Cherwell and chic spaces around Jericho, you’ll find the drinks reception venues for raising a glass. Scroll on and let’s match you with the right spot.
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![Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCape Private Room
110 guestsCape of Good HopeOxfordSSimon D.
“Room for buffet tables and dancing space for gathering. Food was excellent, good selection of drinks.” -
![Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford]()
from £20
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30 guestsThe Trout OxfordOxfordAAdrian B.
“25 of us had a great time for six hours in the room, then enjoyed more drinks outside next to the river” -
![The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1000
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100 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City Centre
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We host parties, wedding receptions, company events and drinks receptions all year round in one of Oxford’s most stunning, yet affordable, venues. Private use of our restaurant offers you a beautiful, unique setting perfect -
![Restaurant at CuttleFish in Oxford]()
from £50
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112 guestsCuttleFishOxfordThe restaurant can accommodate up to 70 guests for dinner parties, family gatherings, work outings, drink celebrations and other special occasions. The space is wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned. -
![Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Private Dining Room
16 guestsThe Red Lion, OxfordOxford City CentreLocated upstairs, this elegant space can host up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal, a relaxed buffet, or a drinks reception. With doors that open onto a terrace, it offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor ambiance. -
![Entire Venue at Six by Nico Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £60
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64 guestsSix by Nico OxfordOxford City CentreOur venue accommodates up to 64 guests, including a private dining room for up to 12 people, and extends to a stylish outdoor area with rooftop views for drinks and informal gatherings. -
![JoJo's Bar at JoJo's Bar in Oxford]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityJoJo's Bar
80 guestsJoJo's BarOxfordThis is a welcoming bar known for its casual vibe and adaptable layout. We are located on Cowley Road in Oxford All kinds of cocktails, local craft beers, and fine wines are served here. -
![The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
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25 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City Centre
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“The (non veggie) food we were told was also excellent and there was plenty of variety.” -
![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £250
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80 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City CentreGin Room at Slug & Lettuce, Oxford offers a private dining experience for up to 80 people! Don't hesitate and book now! -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £1400
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
55 guestsGusto Italian OxfordOxford City CentreWe can offer a sit-down meal for up to 50 guests or drinks and canapes for up to 55, with the added benefit of your own bar. Our Private Dining Room is also the perfect setting for business meetings. -
![Full Venue at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
480 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City CentreSlug & Lettuce Oxford is back and looking better than ever after a big glow-up! Whether you're after cocktails with friends, a bite to eat in one of our new birdcage booths, or just here to dance the night away—we’ve got -
![Indoor Area at The Marsh Harrier, Oxford in Oxford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
70 guestsThe Marsh Harrier, OxfordOxfordThe indoor area can accommodate up to 70 guests for family gatherings, birthdays, hen & stag parties, drinks celebrations, working dinners and other special occasions.
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £45 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £30 | to £48 | per person |
| From £100 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
| From £250 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Most of us had sea bass and all loved it. The starters very tasty, especially the soup and the fried squid.’ -
The Folly - Exclusive Use at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: Inside we give a warm welcome throughout the year and offer relaxed drinks and dining from Sunday lunch to Saturday cocktails and everything in between. -
St. Aldate’s Room at Oxford Town Hall in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: Afterwards, you and your guests can move onto the Old Library or Assembly Room for your wedding feast and party.
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 Oxford, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 95 guests | prices average £650 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £975 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford
on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Oxford restaurant provides 170 covers in an expansive downstairs dining room, a 55-cover upstairs private dining room for bookings and a cosy cocktail bar. -
Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar
on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: With a late licence, we serve a wide variety of wines, beers, cocktails and champagne. We offer live music performances and entertainment every night. Our entire venue is available for hire for private events, parties, celebrations... -
St. Aldate’s Room at Oxford Town Hall
on Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Afterwards, you and your guests can move onto the Old Library or Assembly Room for your wedding feast and party.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
| Bar | prices average £180 hire fee per hour | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
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