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Top Graduation Party Venues in Bournemouth
Graduation in Bournemouth isn’t just about walking across the stage, it’s about celebrating by the sea. Picture toasting your success in a stylish bar near the Pier, a private hall close to Bournemouth Gardens, or even a restaurant with views of the golden coastline. With Bournemouth University and Arts University Bournemouth bringing a steady flow of graduates, the town is no stranger to big celebrations. From formal dinners with family to all-night parties with friends, Bournemouth has graduation party venues waiting to mark your milestone. Scroll down and start planning.
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![The Conservatory Restaurant at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth]()
from £375
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Conservatory Restaurant
140 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouthThe Riviera Hotel is the perfect venue for your Civil Ceremony. The Conservatory Restaurant is the larger of our two rooms with beautiful sea views.Perfect for larger weddings, it can accommodate up to 140 guests. -
![The Ballroom at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth]()
from £400
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
200 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouthLarge south facing event space with views over the sea. Access to outdoor terrace overlooking the swimming pool and sea beyond. The Ballroom has its own bar and can also be used in conjunction with the Den function room for -
![The Plantation at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth]()
from £500
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Plantation
280 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouthThe Plantation Function Room, with medium-high ceilings renovated, is airy and spacious for groups up to 280 persons. In the refurbishment, 2 centre columns were removed and a fully sprung dance floor was put in, making this -
![Exclusive Use at The Green House in Bournemouth]()
from £10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouthWith the exclusive use, you have an acces to: -Arbor Restaurant with large curved windows and stylish design offers the perfect room for your ceremony and wedding breakfast of up to 70 guests. -
![Function Room at Slug and Lettuce Bournemouth OCR in Bournemouth]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
150 guestsSlug and Lettuce Bournemouth OCRBournemouthThe Function Room at Slug and Lettuce Bournemouth OCR offers a private space overlooking the lively downstairs area. Furnished with stylish seating and a private bar, it’s ideal for parties and gatherings. -
![Main Room at O2 Academy Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
1800 guestsO2 Academy BournemouthBournemouthA bold, round, multi-level playground of a venue spread across three floors—perfect for anything from high-energy gigs to elegant seated dinners or even a punchy night of combat sports. -
![The Den at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth]()
from £120
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Den
40 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouthAn intimate space for meetings and events for up to 30 people. A beautiful bright and airy rooms overlooking the pool and sea beyond. -
![Mauretania Suite at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMauretania Suite
160 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouthOur 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 -
![Function Room at The Duck Westbourne in Bournemouth]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsThe Duck WestbourneBournemouthOur 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 Garden at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth]()
from £150
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Garden
70 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouthOur South facing garden is the perfect setting for private parties and events. From wedding ceremonies to company BBQ's - you can rest assured that The View will always be reserved in case of inclement weather. -
![Garden Studio at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth]()
from £54
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGarden Studio
30 guestsPavilion Dance South WestBournemouthOur studios are available for hire and suit all kinds of dance events—classes, workshops, and more. Combined with the theatre, the studios also work well as changing rooms, catering areas and breakout spaces. -
![Seafront Studio at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth]()
from £54
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySeafront Studio
30 guestsPavilion Dance South WestBournemouthThe space includes full-length mirrors, a sprung vinyl-covered dance floor, and a high-quality sound system with Bluetooth connectivity. Measuring 9.25m x 16.
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FAQs about Top Graduation Party Venues in Bournemouth
In Bournemouth, prices of graduation party venues average £275 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 Bournemouth, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £250 | to £500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £2200 | hire fee per event |
| From £40 | to £54 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find graduation party 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 Bournemouth, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small graduation party venues | up to 70 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium graduation party venues | between 110 and 195 guests | prices average £375 minimum spend per event |
| Large graduation party venues | over 220 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
