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Top Bar Venues in Dorset
Planning a birthday, corporate event, or a night out with friends? Dorset’s private bars set the stage for a great time! From stylish cocktail lounges in Bournemouth to harborside spots in Poole and characterful country pubs, you’ll find venues offering exclusive hire, custom cocktails, and great entertainment. Think craft drinks, great food, and an exclusive space just for your group—no queuing at the bar, no overcrowding, just good times with great company. Book a private bar with Tagvenue for a night to remember!
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![Entire Venue at Dylans Kitchen & Bar in Dorset]()
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsDylans Kitchen & BarDorsetSSam
“All went as expected. Free overnight parking , collection of cars anytime on the Sunday.” -
![Room 2 at Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £1650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 2
300 guestsBarbara's Bier Haus BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetWelcome to Room 2– the perfect spot for celebrations at Barbara’s Bier Haus Bournemouth. This versatile space can be hired exclusively outside of our usual opening hours. -
![Karaoke Room at Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityKaraoke Room
40 guestsBarbara's Bier Haus BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetJust off Bar 2, our Karaoke Room is your private sing-along spot. It can be hired on its own or as part of a Bar 2 booking. It's also available for 1, 2 or 3-hour slots, it’s perfect for parties, team nights or just an excuse -
![Entire Venue at Sobo Sommelier in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £400
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
56 guestsSobo SommelierBournemouth, DorsetEnjoy the exclusive use of Sobo Sommelier, giving you and your guests privacy and a personalized experience. The interior includes a wine bar area, high-top sharing tables, and a seated dining area that seats up to 36. -
![Engine Room at Old Fire Station in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEngine Room
150 guestsOld Fire StationBournemouth, DorsetThis is the smallest space in the venue and the only one with natural light. It is a bar style room with a small dancefloor and DJ booth or stage space. -
![Bar 1 at Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £1150
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBar 1
300 guestsBarbara's Bier Haus BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetSay hello to Bar 1 – the heart of Barbara’s Bier Haus Bournemouth. With plenty of seating, a live music stage, and loads of natural light, this space is perfect for relaxed socials, live entertainment, and all kinds of celebrations. -
![Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
750 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration. -
![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce Bournemouth The Square in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
400 guestsSlug and Lettuce Bournemouth The SquareBournemouth, DorsetA contemporary chain bar with a bright, casual interior centred on an exposed-brick bar wall and a mix of lounge and table seating. Design: The interior combines exposed brick and timber floors with upholstered armchairs, -
![Chill Out Area at Slug & Lettuce, The Square Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChill Out Area
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, The Square BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetChill Out Area is a semi-private seating area in a bar, defined by a curved, semi-enclosed booth of vertical wooden slats that separates it from the main floor. -
![Semi Private Dining Room at The Cliff in Dorset]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Dining Room
40 guestsThe CliffDorsetIf you’re looking for a real country pub experience in Dorset, then pay a visit to Poole. The Cliff is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard and garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque -
![Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £38
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Masterclass
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetCocktail Masterclass is a Bar space in Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth that centres on hands-on cocktail tuition. Design: The space has low ceilings, coloured LED lighting and backlit shelves of bottles that create a compact, -
![The Loft at Old Fire Station in Bournemouth, Dorset]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Loft
400 guestsOld Fire StationBournemouth, DorsetThe Loft is a private nightclub space in the Old Fire Station, organised around live music and DJ performance within a compact, stage‑centred layout.
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FAQs about Top Bar Venues in Dorset
Booking costs of private bars average £30 per person. 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 Dorset, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £34 | per person |
| From £100 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £300 | to £2200 | hire fee per event |
You'll find private bars 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 Dorset, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £300 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 110 guests | prices average £250 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £2200 hire fee per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dorset, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth - bar for 60 guests
Venue said: The space's staff are friendly and helpful, provide clear safety guidance for activities and attentive bar service, and the space has step-free access though the accessible toilet may not meet full compliance. -
The Club Room at The Bridge House, rated 5/5 - event space for 35 guests
Venue said: Here at The Bridge House Hotel, we aim to make your wedding day the perfect day. The Club Room is a beautifully decorated room that is perfect for smaller events with a buffet-style proposition. -
Private Room at Vicolo - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Enjoy our fully private room at Vicolo, in Bournemouth, with exclusive use for you and your guests, making sure you have total privacy and comfort, perfect for celebrations, corporate gatherings, or just a night out!
Cheap private bars in Dorset start from £20 hire fee per hour or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Entire Venue at Dylans Kitchen & Bar, from £20 hire fee per hour (up to 300 guests standing)
Venue said: It's a great space available for private parties at weekends (& weekdays out of University term times). We have unbeatable deals on hiring the space, food and drink as we are a charity. -
Private Room at Vicolo, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: Enjoy our fully private room at Vicolo, in Bournemouth, with exclusive use for you and your guests, making sure you have total privacy and comfort, perfect for celebrations, corporate gatherings, or just a night out! -
Function Room at The Duck Westbourne, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Our function room can seat 16 around a table or up to about 25-30 people standing. It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes.
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