Private Bars for Hire in Oxfordshire

Booking costs of private bars average £45 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 Oxfordshire, 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 Oxfordshire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oxfordshire, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford, rated 5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
  Venue said: Whether you're planning a birthday, anniversary, or a small gathering with friends and family, our Private Dining Room provides the perfect backdrop for memorable moments.

• Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford, rated 4/5 - dining room for 16 guests
  Venue said: Located upstairs, this elegant space can host up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal, a relaxed buffet, or a drinks reception. With doors that open onto a terrace, it offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor ambiance.

• Bacchanalia - River Boat at The Folly Restaurant, rated 5/5 - event space for 12 guests
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic employees! Made us feel so welcome.’

Cheap private bars in Oxfordshire start from £100 hire fee per hour or £250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Lower Decks Bar at The Light Banbury, from £100 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social drinks setting that combines seated bar counter space with informal standing and mingling. What guests say: The space has a lively atmosphere and attentive, helpful staff.

• Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
  Venue said: Design: The room has contemporary pub-style finishes, combining warm timber panelling and open shelving framed by planted greenery. The space is lit by low recessed ceiling lights and neutral walls that maintain clear sightlines.

• Garden at The Black Swan, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 200 guests standing)
  Venue said: Garden is an outdoor space at The Black Swan centred on timber seating and an open paved patio. Design: An open paved patio is edged by planters and mature trees and arranged with timber benches and covered seating; overhead...