Private Bars for Hire 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:

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 (September 2026):

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Hertfordshire, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Conservatory at The Highwayman, Berkhamsted - conservatory for 20 guests
  Venue said: It's used for celebrations, family gatherings, business meetings, and private dining. For more informal events, the space holds around 20 guests standing for drinks receptions and social gatherings.

• The Vixen at The Fox - dining room for 16 guests
  Venue said: The Fox is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque town of Harpenden. But that’s not all.

• Stockman at Tewinbury Farm Hotel, rated 5/5 - boardroom for 10 guests
  Venue said: The Stockman is a quiet room suited for smaller meetings and strategy sessions. It offers space for up to 10 guests in boardroom layout. Enjoy direct garden access for breakout time.

Cheap private bars in Hertfordshire start from £300 hire fee per event or £25 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Play Putt Mini Golf & Bar at Play Putt, from £300 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: Play Putt is an entertainment venue in St Albans, offering crazy golf, karaoke, electronic darts, and a licensed bar for private events and group bookings.

• Stag Party (Shared Space) at Boom Battle Bar Watford, from £25 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
  Venue said: Loads to mix into the evening, so it's straightforward to put together a night the groom will actually enjoy.

• 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.