Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Oxford

Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £560 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Most of us had sea bass and all loved it. The starters very tasty, especially the soup and the fried squid.’

• The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The (non veggie) food we were told was also excellent and there was plenty of variety.’

• Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant.’

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

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Gusto Italian in Oxford is a premium casual dining restaurant located on the site of the historic Mitre Pub, on the junction of High Street and Turl Stree in Oxford, a stone’s throw from the iconic Radcliffe Camera.
• Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The venue can accommodate up to 140 people and is perfect for live music performances, dancing, birthday parties, drink receptions, hen's parties and other special celebrations.
• Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford on 14 Gloucester Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The Upstairs Private Dining Room at The Red Lion is an exceptional venue for your next celebration or event, available for exclusive booking. Located upstairs, this elegant space can host up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal

Smaller minimum spend venues usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oxford, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Salon at Brasserie Blanc Oxford - dining room for 20 guests
  Venue said: Our saloon bar, designed for gatherings of up to 20 guests, it’s the perfect setting for both personal celebrations and small business meetings.

• Semi-private area at Sticks'n'Sushi Oxford - dining room for 20 guests
  Venue said: Oxford restaurant is located in the Westgate shopping centre, a short walk from the heart of the city. It’s easily accessible and conveniently located for a quick lunch, a leisurely dinner, or a night out with friends.

• Restaurant 66a at Cotswold Lodge Hotel - restaurant for 20 guests
  Venue said: The hotel is the ideal Oxford venue for events; from small business meetings to large corporate events, wedding ceremonies and wedding receptions to family gatherings and celebrations.

Cheap minimum spend venues in Oxford start from £10 per person or £100 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Dining Room at Spiced Roots Restaurant, from £10 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
  Venue said: Corporate lunches or meetings – great food in a relaxed yet professional setting. • Private celebrations & networking events – birthdays, socials or special occasions with full restaurant hire available.

• The Salon at Brasserie Blanc Oxford, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests seated)
  Venue said: The restaurant features a bright dining room overlooking a small garden. The menu celebrates classic French dishes inspired by Raymond’s childhood, made with care and skill.

• Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope, from £20 per person (up to 110 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Room for buffet tables and dancing space for gathering. Food was excellent, good selection of drinks.’