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Top Bar Venues in Lancashire
Lancashire knows how to throw a party—this is the county that gave us pub quizzes, legendary hotpots, and some of the UK’s best breweries! Whether you're planning a birthday bash in Preston, a work do in Blackpool, or just a good old knees-up in the Ribble Valley, there’s a private bar with your name on it. Think cosy pubs with roaring fires, cocktail lounges with top-tier mixologists, and hidden speakeasies serving up seriously good drinks. Some even offer custom cocktails, live music, and more, so you can celebrate in style, Lancashire-style. Ready to get the drinks flowing? Find and book the best private bars on Tagvenue today!
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![Havana Bar at Los Banditos in Lancashire]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityHavana Bar
40 guestsLos BanditosLancashireThe Havana Bar, situated downstairs at Los Banditos, is a Cuban cigar bar themed space with a private bar and seating: perfect for functions and parties but also for quiet relaxation. -
![Private Function Room at Hartleys Wine Bar in Preston, Lancashire]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
80 guestsHartleys Wine BarPreston, LancashireThere’s a private bar and plenty of seating. You can decorate the space to suit your event, and the music or entertainment can be set up the way you like. -
![1st Floor at NIKO in Preston, Lancashire]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availability1st Floor
44 guestsNIKOPreston, LancashireThe upper floor of our bar can accommodate up to 26 guests, and is suitable for birthday celebrations, private parties or work events. This space is dog-friendly and features free Wi-Fi. -
![Entire Venue at NYTCLAS in Preston, Lancashire]()
from £1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120 guestsNYTCLASPreston, LancashireThe full venue hire gives you access to all areas, including the bar, main seating room, conservatory, and outdoor section. It can hold up to 120 people standing or around 80 seated, making it suitable for private parties, -
![Cocktail Lounge at Sinclair's Bar Lounge in Lancashire]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
160 guestsSinclair's Bar LoungeLancashireThe Cocktail Lounge features booth seating arranged along the walls and small round tables. The room includes dark panelled walls, decorative chandeliers and wall-mounted lighting. -
![Private Function Room at The NEW Southport Tavern in Lancashire]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
80 guestsThe NEW Southport TavernLancashireThe function room can accommodate up to 50 guests for private dining, work parties, celebratory drinks and other fun events. The space can be decorated to suit the theme of your event and features a flatscreen TV, Wi-Fi and -
![Entire Venue at Corridor Bar & Eatery in Lancashire]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
65 guestsCorridor Bar & EateryLancashireThe Corridor is available for private hire, giving you exclusive use of the space for parties, celebrations, and special occasions. -
![Whole Venue Hire at Hartleys Wine Bar in Preston, Lancashire]()
from £400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
120 guestsHartleys Wine BarPreston, LancashireThere are two fully stocked bars, so guests can grab a drink without long waits. Out front, there’s a small balcony, and around the back you’ve got a tucked-away beer garden - both nice spots to step outside for a bit. -
![Lampworks Bar at Lancashire Students' Union in Preston, Lancashire]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLampworks Bar
200 guestsLancashire Students' UnionPreston, LancashireLampworks Bar is an intimate, character-led venue suited to social events and informal gatherings. Capacity allows for up to 100 guests seated or 200 standing. -
![Full Venue Hire at Raleside Brewhouse in Blackpool, Lancashire]()
from £250
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
60 guestsRaleside BrewhouseBlackpool, LancashireAttractive mid-size single room railway themed Bar with cool vibe, double height ceiling, and mezzanine balcony with 2 interactive Darts Lanes. The Raleside opposite the new Holiday Inn and Blackpool North Train Station is -
![The Main Bar at Sinclair's Bar Lounge in Lancashire]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
192 guestsSinclair's Bar LoungeLancashireThis bar and lounge features a central bar counter with stools and a full back bar with taps and bottle displays. The space includes wooden floors, warm lighting, and large front windows. -
![Bluewaters Meeting Space 1 at The Bluewaters Hotel, Blackpool in Blackpool, Lancashire]()
from £35
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBluewaters Meeting Space 1
60 guestsThe Bluewaters Hotel, BlackpoolBlackpool, LancashireBluewaters Meeting room 1 is located below ground level. Accessible via lift, private bar available, suitable for leisure celebrations e.g. wedding receptions, birthday parties, anniversaries, celebration of life events.
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FAQs about Top Bar Venues in Lancashire
Booking costs of private bars average £32 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 Lancashire, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £38 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £125 | to £500 | 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 Lancashire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £125 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Lancashire, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Whole Venue at Hare & Hounds - pub for 40 guests
Venue said: You’ll have exclusive use of the bar, the dining areas, and all the entertainment, so you don’t have to share the space with anyone else. It makes planning simpler and gives you room to set things up how you like. -
Entire Venue at The Buck I'th Vine - pub for 40 guests
Venue said: If you’re planning a special occasion or small event, you can book the whole pub for private use. It’s perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, and team nights out where you want a relaxed atmosphere. -
Parkland Suite at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: Our Parkland Suite is a small intimate space, ideal for gatherings, training sessions, and relaxed dining for up to 40 delegates. It can be used as a lounge or breakout area and is equipped with a TV screen, free Wi-Fi, and...
Cheap private bars in Lancashire start from £250 minimum spend per event or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Full Venue Hire at Raleside Brewhouse, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Attractive mid-size single room railway themed Bar with cool vibe, double height ceiling, and mezzanine balcony with 2 interactive Darts Lanes. The Raleside opposite the new Holiday Inn and Blackpool North Train Station is... -
Entire Venue at Season Coffee, Bar & Kitchen, from £15 per person (up to 64 guests standing)
Venue said: An entire venue that can seat up to 40 guests at once, perfect for birthday celebrations, corporate parties, live music evenings, and family gatherings. -
Boardroom 1 at The Vincent Hotel, from £125 hire fee per event (up to 12 guests seated)
Venue said: A small 12-person boardroom with a screen and free WiFi, suitable for team gatherings, business meetings, and presentations.
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