Top Bar Venues in Hertfordshire
Looking for the best private bars in Hertfordshire? You’ll discover fantastic options ideal for personal celebrations, corporate events, and social gatherings. From stylish venues in St Albans and Watford to charming countryside spots in Harpenden or Hitchin, there’s something to suit your taste! Many bars offer exclusive areas, private lounges, or outdoor terraces—it's all up to you! Whether you’re craving a modern cocktail bar or a traditional pub setting, you can easily find the right private bars for your occasion with Tagvenue. Try it out and find a venue in just a few clicks!
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from £300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
120 guestsWRFC BAR & COFFEE HOUSEWatford Junction StationWatford, HertfordshireKKairah W.
“Lovely place. Staff were so friendly. So easy to plan and get in contact with. Really good size and location” -
from £75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole Venue (two floors)
100 guestsCafe@MarketStWatford High Street StationWatford, Hertfordshire#Supervenue
HHiten S.
“Great size venue for around 30-40 guests. Good food, friendly staff and very reasonably priced.” -
from £2500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUnder the Embers
40 guestsEmberHertford, HertfordshireUnder the Embers is a private event space in Ember, an underground bar-style room defined by compact, intimate proportions and rich, moody finishes. Design: The space has a black-and-white tiled floor, dark timber and metal
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from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGuinness Lounge
20 guestsWRFC BAR & COFFEE HOUSEWatford Junction StationWatford, HertfordshireQQueen N.
“The venue looked out into the park and it was a beautiful scenery” -
from £3500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
500 guestsBoom Battle Bar WatfordWatford High Street StationWatford, HertfordshireOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration.
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from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityVIP Karaoke Lounge
15 guestsPlay PuttHertfordshireThe VIP Karaoke Lounge is a private lounge in Play Putt offering an enclosed, entertainment-focused setting designed for private karaoke sessions. Design: The interior uses dark ribbed acoustic panelling, textured grey walls
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from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPlay Putt Mini Golf & Bar
50 guestsPlay PuttHertfordshirePlay Putt is an indoor bar centred on a glow-in-the-dark mini golf course that organises the space around playable lanes. Design: The interior is low-lit and dominated by bold coloured LED strip lighting against black-painted
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from £45
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBasement Private Space
50 guestsCafe@MarketStWatford High Street StationWatford, Hertfordshire#Supervenue
Basement Private Space is a Basement in Cafe@MarketSt, a semi-private room notable for its intimate, enclosed scale that keeps events separate from the main cafe area.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityHen Party (Shared Space)
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar WatfordWatford High Street StationWatford, HertfordshireThe layout pairs bench seating and open standing space, and colour-accent lighting gives a nightclub-style feel. Features: The space includes Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, a PA system and speakers, allowance for a bring-your-own
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from £250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHeron Suite Conservatory
50 guestsThe Fishery InnHemel Hempstead, HertfordshireSSianhael B.
“Overall, my 30th birthday dinner event went excellently.” -
from £1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Events Suite
300 guestsLondon Shenley ClubHertfordshireAAnthony
“Every single guest commended the location. The birthday girl was very happy at the end of the day.” -
from £75
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPicturehouse
80 guestsTewinbury Farm HotelHertfordshireThe room includes a large screen and top-end AV. Warm lighting gives the space a casual and comfy atmosphere. You'll also have exclusive access to the private bar and surrounding gardens.
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FAQs about Top Bar Venues in Hertfordshire
Booking costs of private bars average £50 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 Hertfordshire, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £30 | to £63 | per person |
| From £720 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £300 | to £2040 | 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 Hertfordshire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £36 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 100 guests | prices average £1079 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1900 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Hertfordshire, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Private Dining Room at Megan's at the Old Bell - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: The Private Dining Room at Megan's at the Old Bell is a Dining Room in a restaurant characterised by a relaxed, tea-room style suitable for small private gatherings. -
The Grosvenor Room at Element Bar & Kitchen - dining room for 22 guests
Venue said: Features: The room seats up to 22 guests around one dining table and is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner across the week. Ideal for: Private dining, corporate gatherings, meetings, conferences and small celebrations. -
Cosmic Party Room at Flip Out Watford Bar/Bat Mitzvah and More - function room for 20 guests
Venue said: The interior centres on a long communal table opposite an open area that functions as a small performance or dance zone. Features: A PA system and speaker setup are available and hosts may play their own music or bring a...
Cheap private bars in Hertfordshire start from £25 per person or £250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Hen Party (Shared Space) at Boom Battle Bar Watford, from £25 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Hen Party (Shared Space) is a shared space in a Bar at Boom Battle Bar Watford that centres on a compact performance area equipped for group singing and on-stage interaction. -
Whole Venue - Exclusive Hire at The Sparrow, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The Sparrow is a stylish late-night cocktail bar and private hire venue in the heart of Hemel Hempstead Old Town, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, work parties and special occasions. -
Conference Room at Kinetic Business Centre, from £36 hire fee per hour (up to 10 guests seated)
Venue said: A compact rectangular meeting room centred on an oval table and a large area rug, lit through full-height windows with curtains; wood-panelled walls and recessed ceiling lighting create a practical, professional setting.
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