Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Newcastle

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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:

• Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne in Newcastle - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was absolutely perfect and set up exactly as requested.’

• Cocktail Bar at Banyan Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The staff were great and everyone commented on how good the venue was. Thank you very much!’

• Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’

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 Newcastle, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Bar Area at Gaucho Newcastle on 2-6 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Gaucho opens its first restaurant in the North East of England, located in a classic Grade II listed property on Pilgrim Street. The restaurant's interiors reflect industrial tones and materials while keeping a sophisticated...
• Millenium at All Bar One Newcastle on 51 Grey Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The large window allows natural light to flood the space. Whether for a business meeting, birthday celebration, or casual get-together, the Millennium space at All Bar One Newcastle offers a memorable experience for all attendees.
• Entire Venue at Four Quarters Newcastle on 54 Dean Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The space was clean, spacious, and the bartender was cool!’

Weekdays and afternoons usually have lower minimum spend requirements compared to evenings and weekends. For example, Banyan Newcastle, in the city centre, charges from £100 per session for booking on a Monday, Tuesday and Sunday afternoon and £250 to £750 per session on weekends. 

Many venues allow some level of customisation, particularly if the minimum spend includes food and drinks. You can often make the menus include dietary options or arrange for a specific selection of alcohol. Remember to discuss these preferences with the venue manager when booking.

Some venues may charge extra fees for services such as staff, event setup, or equipment hire. Confirm if taxes or service charges are included in the minimum spend or billed separately.