Minimum spend venues in Sheffield let you host an event without the rental fee—just meet the venue’s food and drink minimum! These venues are great for birthdays, work socials, or private dining. Explore Kelham Island with its craft breweries and industrial-chic bars, or head to Ecclesall Road for a mix of pubs and restaurants. The city centre, near Division Street and The Moor, has stylish cocktail bars and casual eateries. Use Tagvenue to find a venue that fits your budget and vibe!
In Sheffield, prices of minimum spend venues average £600 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 Sheffield, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £250 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £15 | to £40 | per person |
| From £150 | to £750 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Botanist at The Botanist, Sheffield
in Sheffield - rated 5/5
Venue said: The Botanist is composed by a spacious bar area and a large restaurant space. The venue can host up to 260 guests seated and 400 guests standing. It also has it's own private dining room with a capacity of 20 guests seated.
Private Floor at The Lost and Found Sheffield
in Sheffield - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: A secret space with a little bit of our signature whimsical style, this hidden room is available for exclusive reservations for up to 60 guests and is perfectly suited to a smaller wedding in an intimate setting.
Whole Venue at Revolution Sheffield
in Sheffield - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: Full venue hire lets your imagination run wild for networking events, awards evenings, team building, summer and Christmas parties through coffee mornings to cocktail nights.
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 Sheffield, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small minimum spend venues | up to 45 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium minimum spend venues | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large minimum spend venues | over 200 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Booking in advance is recommended, especially for peak times such as weekends and holidays. For popular minimum spend venues, securing a space at least 2-3 months in advance is ideal, while smaller rooms may be available with shorter notice, typically around 4-6 weeks before your event.