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Top Large Event Spaces in Leicester
Corporate gala? Charity fundraiser? Massive birthday blowout? Whatever you’re planning, Leicester’s got the square footage to match your guest list. Think converted warehouses, sleek banqueting halls, and even quirky theatres with room to spare. And don’t worry about logistics: the city's compact layout and great transport links make it easy to bring the whole crew together. From epic spaces near Victoria Park to grand halls around New Walk, we've gathered top large event venues in Leicester for hosting events that need plenty of room and just the right atmosphere. Ready to go big? Scroll down and start planning something legendary.
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![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
500 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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LLalit
“From the day I booked the venue right through to the event itself, Aga was fantastic.” -
![Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £160
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960 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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RRose D.
“Bar staff were really friendly. Helped provide links to an event decorator and they were amazing!” -
![Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
350 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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OOliwia K.
“Everything was perfect! Lovely staff members! Amazing venue! Couldn’t be happier!” -
![The Kube at Leicester Racecourse in Near Leicester]()
from £5850
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Kube
800 guestsLeicester RacecourseNear LeicesterThe Kube is the largest event space at Leicester Racecourse. This cube-shaped building can fit up to 550 people, so if you wish to throw a large wedding celebration, this is the perfect place.
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![Whole Venue at Athena Events Venue in Leicester City Centre]()
from £3000
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2000 guestsAthena Events VenueLeicester City CentreLocated in the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter, Athena Events Venue is a landmark Midlands venue for events from 200 to 2,000 standing guests. Our flexible spaces—including the Cinema Suite, Deco Bar, Foyer, and Gallery—can
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![Union Studio at University of Leicester Student Union in Leicester]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnion Studio
70 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterUnion Studio is an Event Space in the University of Leicester Student Union characterised by a large, unobstructed parquet floor that supports flexible layouts.
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![Exclusive Use at MMC Venue - Mountsorrel Memorial Centre in Near Leicester]()
from £1800
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160 guestsMMC Venue - Mountsorrel Memorial CentreNear LeicesterThe Auditorium is one of the versatile event spaces at MMC Venue and can comfortably accommodate up to 160 people at round tables for a wedding breakfast or sit-down wedding dinner, whilst still leaving enough space for a
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![The Club Suite at Leicester Racecourse in Near Leicester]()
from £2100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Club Suite
70 guestsLeicester RacecourseNear LeicesterThe Club Room is the smallest venue at Leicester Racecourse, seats up to 120 people and is ideal for more intimate celebrations with your nearest and dearest.
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![The Paddock Pavilion at Leicester Racecourse in Near Leicester]()
from £2600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Paddock Pavilion
220 guestsLeicester RacecourseNear LeicesterThe Paddock Pavilion is a newly licensed room at Leicester Racecourse. Located on the Paddock green and overlooking the gorgeous Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure, it is a great place to host your Civil Ceremony.
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![The Den at Roxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £6
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Den
25 guestsRoxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, LeicesterLeicester City CentreThe Den is a semi-private Event Space in Roxy Ball Room - Humberstone Gate, Leicester, presenting a compact, activity-focused social alcove. Design: The Den shows an industrial, neon-lit interior with dark tiled walls, exposed
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![The Orangery at Winstanley House in Leicester]()
from £33
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Orangery
40 guestsWinstanley HouseLeicesterAdjacent to The Grand Ballroom is The Orangery, an ideal fusion of contemporary and Georgian architecture. With its red brick walls, modern lighting fixtures and plenty of natural daylight, it’s the perfect setting for smaller
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![Final Whistle at Leicester Tigers in Leicester]()
from £41
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFinal Whistle
1000 guestsLeicester TigersLeicesterFinal Whistle is an Event Space in Leicester Tigers defined by a club-style interior and controllable coloured mood lighting. Design: The space is open-plan and low-ceilinged, furnished with low-profile sofas and cocktail
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FAQs about Top Large Event Spaces in Leicester
The cost of large event venues averages around £35 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £33 | and £41 | per person |
| Typically between £40 | and £150 | hire fee per hour |
| Typically between £500 | and £1000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space was clean, spacious, and easy to decorate.’ -
Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed for our event.’ -
Stage Suites at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Thank you again to chev she made our day run like clockwork and I’ll never be able to thank her enough.’
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester
on 2 Albion Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: A compact, contemporary cocktail bar configured for informal social gatherings across an intimate, multi-room layout. Design: The interior pairs deep green painted walls with wood-effect flooring and exposed ceiling services. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel
on 36 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fully stocked bar, and catering can be arranged on request. Self-catering is also available with access to the kitchen by prior arrangement. -
Night Club at The Basement
on 1 Wellington Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Basement isn’t just a venue — it’s an experience. A hidden gem in Leicester that offers character, energy, and flexibility all in one space.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for large event venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £2010 hire fee per hour | typically between 70 and 180 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 220 guests |
| Hall | prices average £5850 hire fee per day | typically between 300 and 500 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £720 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Boardroom | prices average £50 hire fee per hour | typically between 10 and 20 guests |
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