Top Wake Venues in Oxford
When it’s time to gather and honour someone special, Oxford has funeral wake venues that bring dignity, warmth, and peaceful surroundings. Choose from small rooms for close family, large halls for a larger gathering, or countryside settings that offer a gentle sense of calm. These thoughtful venues understand the importance of these moments and provide the support you need. If you’re seeking a suitable place for a wake, you’ll find options here that help everything run smoothly. Browse our listings and book the best spots today!
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from £295
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Assembly Room
160 guestsOxford Town HallOxford City CentreThe Assembly Room is a Hall in Oxford Town Hall defined by an ornate period interior centred on carved wood panelling and a large decorative fireplace.
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from £45
per person / per dayCheck availabilityCathedral Suite
266 guestsvoco Oxford SpiresOxfordCathedral Suite is a Banqueting Hall in voco Oxford Spires defined by an adaptable layout and a clear presentation focal wall. Design: The suite uses a restrained neutral palette, mid-grey carpeting and soft upholstered chairs
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from £90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySt. Aldate’s Room
40 guestsOxford Town HallOxford City CentreSt. Aldate’s Room is a Function Room in Oxford Town Hall that retains a formal, period municipal character. Design: An ornate, civic-era interior defines the room.
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from £220
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Old Library
100 guestsOxford Town HallOxford City CentreSet in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall is a beautifully preserved Grade II* listed building, opened in 1897 by HRH Edward VII.
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from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Exclusive Hire)
50 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreMMax B.
“We had an all-vegan menu and it was absolutely fantastic. It was the perfect venue for our event!” -
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
60 guestsFrescoOxfordFresco is a compact Italian restaurant whose character centres on an intimate, front-facing dining room and a hospitality-led layout. Design: Exposed brick walls, ornamental cornicing and a mix of pendant lamps produce a
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from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
130 guestsBrasserie Blanc OxfordOxfordHire our venue, accommodating up to 130 guests. Perfect for business gatherings, personal celebrations, and special events. With its elegant atmosphere and versatile spaces, your occasion will be truly memorable.
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Area 1
100 guestsBrasserie Blanc OxfordOxfordOur private dining brassserie space, ideal for gatherings of up to 100 guests. Enjoy a secluded and elegant setting, perfect for business events, personal celebrations, and special occasions.
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from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Private Dining Room
16 guestsThe Red Lion, OxfordOxford City CentreThe Upstairs Private Dining Room at The Red Lion is an exceptional venue for your next celebration or event, available for exclusive booking. Located upstairs, this elegant space can host up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal,
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from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Restaurant
30 guestsPolish Kitchen OxfordOxfordThe Main Restaurant is a Dining Room in a restaurant and a compact, homely space that emphasises straightforward, home‑style Polish dining. Design: The room features pale slatted‑wood panelling, framed photographs and simple
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from £45
per person / per dayCheck availabilityDrawing Room
40 guestsvoco Oxford SpiresOxfordThe Drawing room offers a more relaxing informal environment, with an informal layout consisting of coffee tables and corner sofas with a cosy fire place.
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FAQs about Top Wake Venues in Oxford
Booking costs of funeral wake 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:
| Typically between £30 | and £45 | per person |
| Typically between £500 | and £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically around £220 | hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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The Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall
on Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Set in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall is a beautifully preserved Grade II* listed building, opened in 1897 by HRH Edward VII. -
Semi-private Dining Room at Cote Brasserie - Oxford
on 41-47 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups and teams will find the space suited to relaxed, seated meals and focused conversations in a semi-private setting. -
Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford
on Queen Street The Breakfast Club - 0.5 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant.’
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Main Restaurant at Polish Kitchen Oxford, from £30 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: Ideal for: The dining room suits intimate, seated meals and relaxed, social gatherings where informal, family‑style dining is preferred. What sets it apart: A glazed ceiling above the dining area is dressed with seasonal... -
Semi Private Area 2 at Brasserie Blanc Oxford, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Brasserie Blanc Oxford is a French brasserie with a street-front dining room and large glazed frontage that opens onto a covered pavement terrace. Venue highlights: A street-facing dining room and large windows deliver natural... -
Entire Restaurant at Fresco, from £2000 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: Fresco is a compact Italian restaurant whose character centres on an intimate, front-facing dining room and a hospitality-led layout. Design: Exposed brick walls, ornamental cornicing and a mix of pendant lamps produce a...
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