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Top Halls for Birthdays in Essex
No marble floors or harpists here. Just proper party halls that do the job. Essex has many of them, from cheap local spaces in Southend to bigger spaces with outdoor access in Chelmsford. Our unique party spaces have views over fields, enough car parks, and an atmosphere that will make you want to dance all night. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, whatever the excuse, there’s a party location with your name on it. Prices vary, but you won’t need to break your piggy bank. Bring your own food, or find one that’ll sort the buffet for you. Discover our party spots that have your event covered, only on Tagvenue.
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![The Banqueting Hall at Fennes in Essex]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Banqueting Hall
500 guestsFennesEssexThe Banqueting Hall is an exquisite room ideal for evening receptions, galas, and charity events. Featuring luxurious silk-lined walls, stunning chandeliers, and two sets of double doors opening to a patio and private garden, -
![Entire Venue at Rivenhall Garden in Essex]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
1000 guestsRivenhall GardenEssexvenue sits in the Essex countryside, so it feels calm and open, but you’re still only about 45 minutes from London. It’s easy for guests to reach, without feeling like you’re in the middle of the city. -
![Main Hall at St Mark's Hall in Essex]()
from £12
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Hall
60 guestsSt Mark's HallEssexThe Main Hall at St Mark’s Hall is a bright, open and adaptable space designed to host a wide variety of activities. With a capacity of up to 60 people, it is well-suited for workshops, fitness classes, community groups, -
![Exclusive Use at East Mersea Hall in Colchester, Essex]()
from £8686
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
300 guestsEast Mersea HallColchester, EssexWhen you book your wedding at East Mersea Hall, the venue will be exclusively yours for the day. This, together with its secluded location, gives you the privacy to enjoy your special occasion among your family and friends. -
![The Orangery at Hatfield Place in Essex]()
from £75
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Orangery
300 guestsHatfield PlaceEssexThe Orangery is a versatile venue that can comfortably accommodate between 60 to 200 guests, offering a contemporary, light-filled space with stunning views of the picturesque Walled Garden. -
![Garden Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £500
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityGarden Room
200 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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Unique room on the ground floor with its own bar area, dance floor, and natural daylight. Patio doors open onto a well kept patio and lawned garden. -
![Charter Hall at Colchester Weddings in Colchester, Essex]()
from £550
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCharter Hall
500 guestsColchester WeddingsColchester, EssexCharter Hall prides itself on being one of the largest venues in the county. With its modern and spacious interiors, it is a popular choice for big weddings. -
![The Chichester Suite at the New Chichester Hotel in Essex]()
from £1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Chichester Suite
300 gueststhe New Chichester HotelEssexOur largest event space catering up to 200 for a dinner, this recently refurbished barn is a very versatile for hosting conferences, networking, exhibitions, black tie dinners or dinner dances, weddings and Asian weddings -
![Entire Venue at The Clays Marquee in Essex]()
from £5000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
400 guestsThe Clays MarqueeEssexDry hire includes Tables, Chairs, Lighting two bridal rooms in the main building. The venue holds upto 400 guest and has a 6x6 marquee attached to it for kitchen use only. -
![Event Space at Rettendon Lodge Events in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEvent Space
260 guestsRettendon Lodge EventsChelmsford, EssexFrom your first consultation until your final guests depart on your special day, you will be looked after by your own Event Manager, banqueting and bar team. -
![The Event Hall at The Event Hall in Essex]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Event Hall
500 guestsThe Event HallEssexThe Event Hall at Greenstead Hall Estate and can be hired as a standalone event space or within a wider Staycation/Event Package. Additional packages include access to all the facilities within The Georgian Mansion, our Ballroom, -
![The Essex Barn at the New Chichester Hotel in Essex]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Essex Barn
120 gueststhe New Chichester HotelEssexOur Essex Barn is the smaller of our two event spaces, a fantastic venue complete with original Tudor beams, holds up to 100 people. Has itws own dancefloor, air conditining, private entrance and washrooms.
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FAQs about Top Halls for Birthdays in Essex
The cost of party halls averages around £3150 hire fee per day. 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1500 | to £4000 | hire fee per day |
| From £18 | to £70 | per person |
| From £550 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find party halls 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 Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 90 guests | prices average £46 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 150 and 250 guests | prices average £3800 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 375 guests | prices average £4000 hire fee per day |
Cheap party halls in Essex start from £10 hire fee per hour or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Main Hall at St Mark's Hall, from £12 hire fee per hour (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: St Mark’s Hall is a welcoming and affordable community venue designed to bring people together. Located in Rochford, the hall offers a flexible space suitable for a wide range of uses — from workshops, classes and meetings... -
Garden Room at The Thurrock Hotel, from £18 per person (up to 200 guests standing)
Venue said: Unique room on the ground floor with its own bar area, dance floor, and natural daylight. Patio doors open onto a well kept patio and lawned garden. -
The Essex Barn at the New Chichester Hotel, from £1000 hire fee per day (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: Our Essex Barn is the smaller of our two event spaces, a fantastic venue complete with original Tudor beams, holds up to 100 people. Has itws own dancefloor, air conditining, private entrance and washrooms.
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