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Top Graduation 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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![Under The Stairs at Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth]()
from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityUnder The Stairs
100 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouthA south facing function room for group events, meetings and banquets for up to 80 people. Under the Stairs function Room connects with The View room. -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at Neo Restaurant in Bournemouth]()
from £5000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
100 guestsNeo RestaurantBournemouthNEO’s chic restaurant is the perfect spot. With space for 70 to 100 guests, it’s fully customisable to fit your needs. The glass-fronted design, sleek art deco style, and prime location make it an ideal choice for stylish -
![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. -
![Exclusive Use at The Green House in Bournemouth]()
from £10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouth
#Supervenue
With 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. -
![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 -
![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 -
![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. -
![Ocean Theatre at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth]()
from £144
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOcean Theatre
80 guestsPavilion Dance South WestBournemouthWith a sprung stage floor area measuring 10m x 10m plus wing space. Without theatre style seating, the space measures 11.2m x 17.7m. This opens up possibilities for higher capacity workshops and events. -
![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. -
![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth Town Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth Town CentreThe best bottomless brunch in Bournemouth, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment. -
![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 Venues in Bournemouth
Booking costs of graduation party venues average £500 hire fee 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 July 2026:
| From £400 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
| From £250 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £33 | per person |
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 (July 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £100 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 150 guests | prices average £375 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 195 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bournemouth, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Ground Level Hire at Mulligans Bournemouth
on Exeter Crescent - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Suitable for groups of up to 140 people, the area works well for parties, networking events, and team socials. -
Whole Venue Hire at Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth
on 105 West Cliff Road - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Brasserie Blanc Bournemouth is a French brasserie by the seaside, offering a relaxed dining atmosphere with both a terrace and an elegant dining room. The menu features classic French dishes and a curated wine selection -
Exclusive Use at Durley Dean Hotel
on 28 West Cliff Road - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our characterful restaurant, with its high ceilings, big feature windows and beautiful chandelier hosts 160 for your wedding breakfast and 200 for your evening reception.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for graduation party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £1000 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 140 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £2200 hire fee per event | typically between 40 and 160 guests |
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