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Top Event Rooms in Dorset
Planning an event in Dorset? From the seaside charm of Weymouth, the historic allure of Sherborne, to the quaint beauty of Bridport, Dorset has function rooms for corporate meetings, birthday celebrations, and private parties. These rooms come with modern amenities, including catering services, audiovisual equipment, and adaptable layouts. With easy access from major cities in the South of England, finding the perfect function room in Dorset is simple with Tagvenue.
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![Function Room at The Duck Westbourne in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsThe Duck WestbourneBournemouth, DorsetOur function room can seat 16 around a table or up to about 25-30 people standing. It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes. -
![The Britannic Suite at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £275
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Britannic Suite
70 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouth, DorsetThe Britannic Suite is a Function Room in The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine characterised by an open-plan ballroom layout suitable for dining and dancing. Design: The suite presents a low-ceilinged interior with wood-panelled -
![The Barn at Ye Olde George Christchurch in Dorset]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Barn
65 guestsYe Olde George ChristchurchDorset
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PPete W.
“The staff were so helpful and made sure that we could set up our quiz, display our photos and play our music.” -
![Private Events Room at The Green House in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £34
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Events Room
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouth, Dorset
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Private Events Room is a Function Room in The Green House that provides a flexible, AV-ready layout suitable for combined seated dining and socialising. -
![Wight Room at The Noisy Lobster in Dorset]()
from £28
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWight Room
120 guestsThe Noisy LobsterDorsetLocated on the 1st floor, the Wight Room has panoramic views of Avon beach to the Isle of Wight. This open plan space is flooded with light and is versatile in terms of use and set up. -
![Mauretania Suite at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMauretania Suite
160 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouth, DorsetOur largest conference room is situated on the lower ground floor with level access, private external entrance from the car park and cloakroom, is climate controlled, has its own bar (if required), toilets & a mobility access -
![Sun Deck Suite at Weymouth Pavilion in Dorset]()
from £360
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySun Deck Suite
70 guestsWeymouth PavilionDorsetTwo adjoining first floor rooms with stunning sea views and access to the Pavilion Balcony. Suitable for smaller parties, meetings, wedding ceremonies and receptions. -
![Snug Area at The Britannia, Parkstone - A Heartwood Inn in Dorset]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySnug Area
80 guestsThe Britannia, Parkstone - A Heartwood InnDorsetThe snug is a popular space for drinks receptions, canapé buffets, seated dining, and more informal gatherings. It has a TV screen, making it a good option for conferences, presentations, meetings, and networking events too. -
![Riverside Suite at The Bridge House in Dorset]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityRiverside Suite
60 guestsThe Bridge HouseDorsetLLisa G.
“The Club Room was a great choice for our party.” -
![Exclusive Use at Durley Dean Hotel in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £2200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsDurley Dean HotelBournemouth, DorsetExclusive Use is a private dining space in the Durley Dean Hotel and presents a restaurant-style dining room laid out for formal table service. Design: The room pairs high ceilings and moulded cornices with patterned carpet, -
![The Plantation at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £500
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Plantation
280 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouth, DorsetThe Plantation is a Banqueting Hall in Marsham Court Hotel characterised by a sprung dance floor. Design: The room is a rectangular hall finished in pale walls and louvred panelling above warm timber flooring. -
![Ballroom at The Bull Hotel Dorset in Dorset]()
from £450
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
120 guestsThe Bull Hotel DorsetDorsetThe Bull Hotel Dorset is a 16th-century inn operating as a hotel with an on-site gastropub, pizzeria, lively bar and sheltered patio, pairing historic architecture with contemporary food-and-drink outlets.
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FAQs about Top Event Rooms in Dorset
The cost of function rooms averages around £33 per person. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Dorset, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £28 | to £33 | per person |
| From £175 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
| From £360 | to £900 | hire fee per day |
You'll find function rooms 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 Dorset, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 90 guests | prices average £360 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £900 hire fee per day |
Smaller function rooms usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dorset, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Ostler Room at The Bull Hotel Dorset - dining room for 30 guests
Venue said: Venue highlights: The Bull Hotel Dorset provides in-house catering and multiple dining areas that let hosts programme plated meals, buffet menus or pub-style service across indoor rooms and an outdoor patio. -
The Club Room at The Bridge House, rated 5/5 - event space for 35 guests
Venue said: Here at The Bridge House Hotel, we aim to make your wedding day the perfect day. The Club Room is a beautifully decorated room that is perfect for smaller events with a buffet-style proposition. -
Private Dining Room at Riverside, rated 5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Riverside is a riverside pub that pairs a classic British menu with waterside dining in a garden and conservatory setting. Venue highlights: The venue offers in-house catering across a British menu that includes extensive...
Cheap function rooms in Dorset start from £100 minimum spend per event or £25 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Function Room at The Duck Westbourne, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes. The function room is fitted with a 50-inch TV, sound bar, free WiFi and is available for booking... -
Wight Room at The Noisy Lobster, from £28 per person (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: Located on the 1st floor, the Wight Room has panoramic views of Avon beach to the Isle of Wight. This open plan space is flooded with light and is versatile in terms of use and set up. -
Pine Hall at The Victorian Rectory, from £180 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Pine Hall is a bright venue with a capacity of 60. The space has big window walls, beautiful views, and high open rafters. This 80sqm layout can be set up for theater-style seating, dining, banquet, mingling, and more.
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