Top Free Hire Venues in Leicester
Why rent a space when you can drink, eat, and celebrate your way? Leicester’s minimum spend venues give you the best of both worlds: private dining rooms in areas like the High Street, King’s Street, or Granby Street, where your budget goes straight to food, drinks, and good vibes. Picture yourself clinking glasses in a stylish cocktail lounge or kicking back in a private booth, knowing there’s no extra hire fee hanging over your head. Finding the right spot should be just as easy as raising a toast—Tagvenue makes it happen with quick filters and instant booking options.
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from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
350 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
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from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySecret Lounge
20 guestsSecret Garden Restaurant & LoungeLeicesterSecret Garden is a restaurant and bar space in Leicester that brings together Mediterranean-inspired food—especially Italian—with a strong drinks offering.
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from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue
160 guestsThe Loft Bar LeicesterLeicester City CentreA 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.
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from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityArrowsmith's Digital Darts
25 guestsArrowsmith LeicesterLeicester City CentreArrowsmith Leicester is an Irish-style pub combining big-screen sport, live music and casual bar dining. Venue highlights: The venue provides dedicated private hire areas and bar service supported by multiple draught taps
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from £600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWigston 1
200 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterThe Perfect Venue for Conferences, Meetings & Events in Leicester Perfectly located in Wigston, just a short drive from the M1, Leicester city centre, East Midlands Airport, and Leicester Train Station, Holiday Inn Leicester
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from £41
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Clubhouse
120 guestsLeicester TigersLeicesterThe Clubhouse is a Function Room in Leicester Tigers and features an open-plan layout with abundant natural light. Design: The Clubhouse has contemporary teal and mustard upholstered chairs, long grey banquette seating, light
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from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLoughborough & Harborough
80 guestsHoliday Inn LeicesterLeicesterLoughborough & Harborough is a function room in Holiday Inn Leicester and its defining quality is a pillar-free, reconfigurable layout that adapts easily between banquet and open-plan setups.
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from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLeicestershire Suite
300 guestsHoliday Inn LeicesterLeicesterThis space also has a private bar which can be hired for guests to enjoy. Conveniently located on the ground floor, the Leicestershire Suite offers a private entrance and air conditioning, providing comfort and ease of access
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from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNight Club
150 guestsThe BasementLeicester City CentreThe Basement – Leicester Tucked beneath the city streets, The Basement is an atmospheric, character-filled venue that delivers a truly unique nightlife and event experience.
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from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLeicester Suite
20 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterA light airy boardroom is suitable for small meetings and brainstorming sessions as well as interviews and training. This cosy yet comfortable space is perfect for holding small private events, including business-related
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from £450
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWigston 2
60 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterThe room has a compact, carpeted interior framed by wood-panelled walls and a suspended ceiling with recessed lighting. The layout uses round-table seating and a neutral colour scheme that supports focused, professional meetings.
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from £41
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCrumbie Lounge
80 guestsLeicester TigersLeicesterCrumbie Lounge, a Function Room in Leicester Tigers, is a clubhouse-style lounge defined by a social layout and informal, flexible space. Design: The room has low, intimate proportions, a tiled ceiling and a brick feature
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FAQs about Top Free Hire Venues in Leicester
Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £1000 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £350 | and £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically around £41 | per person | |
| Typically between £350 | and £1000 | hire fee per day |
You'll find minimum spend 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 Leicester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 180 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 250 guests | prices average £3000 hire fee per day |
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: Industrial pendant lights and compact proportions frame a mix of lounge seating and high bar seating. Features: A single central bar serves the whole space and supports drinks service across the rooms. -
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. -
Basement at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: A defined open plan provides a dedicated area for dancing, and the space includes Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a lively, music-centred standing party where dancing and socialising are the focus.
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Restaurant at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge - dining room for 50 guests
Venue said: Step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets are provided. Ideal for: Small social groups seeking a relaxed, nightlife-style standing reception or an informal seated dinner. -
Front Bar at Bar Dos Hermanos - bar for 25 guests
Venue said: Features: The Front Bar provides casual seating around small round tables and direct service from the nearby counter. The space includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and permission to play your own music or bring a DJ. -
Knighton Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston, rated 4.8/5 - meeting room for 50 guests
Venue said: Accessed via our private stage suite entrance, the conference centre has its own cloakroom, guest facilities and foyer for breaks and drinks service.
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Loughborough & Harborough at Holiday Inn Leicester, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 80 guests standing)
Venue said: The room offers step-free guest access and accessible toilets for mobility needs. Ideal for: This room suits corporate teams and social groups seeking a flexible space for seated dinners or standing receptions in a practical, -
Night Club at The Basement, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
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. -
Leicester Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston, from £60 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: This cosy yet comfortable space is perfect for holding small private events, including business-related meetings. Leicester Suite is situated on the ground floor offering easy access to all the Hotel has to offer.
Minimum spend venues in Leicester work well for birthday parties, networking events, corporate celebrations, and private dining experiences. Bars and restaurants offering this pricing option often provide a private or semi-private space, making them a flexible option for social gatherings.
If you don't hit the required amount, you'll still have to pay the difference. So, if your minimum spend is £500 but you and your guests only rack up £450, you'll need to cover the extra £50. Best tip? Invite more people or pre-order drinks/food to make sure you use up the budget.
Sometimes. If you're booking on a quieter day (like a Monday or Tuesday), venues might be open to lowering the minimum spend or throwing in extras like free drinks or a welcome platter. It never hurts to ask!
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