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Top Private Dinner Venues in Essex
Private dining rooms in Essex offer an exclusive and intimate setting for any occasion, from special celebrations to important business meetings. Enjoy a customisable menu and exceptional service in a cosy countryside inn in Dedham or a stylish venue near Colchester, all within easy reach of London and surrounded by stunning countryside views. With Tagvenue, finding and booking the right private dining room for your event is effortless, ensuring a memorable experience.
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![Essex County Cricket Club at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEssex County Cricket Club
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexThe Essex County Cricket Club dining room is a private dining room in the Galvin Green Man centred on a single long wooden table that organises the space for private, seated meals.
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![The Dining Room at Fennes in Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dining Room
30 guestsFennesEssexThe Dining Room is a private dining room in Fennes that retains Georgian decorative details and period furnishings. Design: The Dining Room has deep-red patterned wallpaper, heavy drapes, antique seating and a large Persian-style
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![Private Dining room at Haywards in Essex]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Dining room
14 guestsHaywardsEssexHaywards private dining room, The Stable, retains many of the building’s original stable features with a smart stable door completing the room. The Stable is separate from the main dining room and can seat up to 14 guests.
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![The Marriages Millers Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Marriages Millers Suite
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexAll of the above makes The Marriages Millers Suite the perfect space to hold a meeting, presentation, private dinner or lunch, baby shower. Why not hire one of our private spaces for a pre-dinner cocktail masterclass or wine
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![Private Dining Room at Bill's Colchester Restaurant in Colchester, Essex]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
24 guestsBill's Colchester RestaurantColchester, EssexPrivate Dining Room — Dining Room in Bill's Colchester Restaurant. A window-lined dining room defined by large timber-framed sash windows that flood the space with daylight.
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![Kushi Suite at Kushi in Essex]()
from £600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityKushi Suite
45 guestsKushiEssexThe venue also features step-free guest access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Groups seeking an intimate, design-focused setting for seated, relaxed dinners or informal standing receptions.
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![The Forest Room at The Royal Forest, Epping Forest in Essex]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Forest Room
25 guestsThe Royal Forest, Epping ForestChingford StationEssexFree on-site parking including an accessible space simplifies arrivals for guests. Best for: Private dining and celebratory dinners, overnight corporate retreats, and intimate wedding receptions.
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![Entire Venue at 1935 Rooftop Restaurant & Bar in Essex]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
77 guests1935 Rooftop Restaurant & BarEssexFeatures: The venue includes a full bar and a private dining room for smaller hosted meals. Ideal for: Seated dinners, private celebrations, corporate meals and relaxed drinks gatherings.
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![Main room at Haywards in Essex]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain room
50 guestsHaywardsEssexThe venue also provides on-site accommodation for guests requiring overnight stays. Best for: Private dining, wedding receptions and residential corporate retreats.
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![The Library at The Royal Forest, Epping Forest in Essex]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Library
40 guestsThe Royal Forest, Epping ForestChingford StationEssexBest for: Private dining and celebratory dinners, overnight corporate retreats, and intimate wedding receptions. Location: Epping Forest surrounds the hotel, providing direct access to woodland walks and open grounds that
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![Private Dining Room at Koryu in Colchester, Essex]()
from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
45 guestsKoryuColchester, EssexIf you’re looking for an exclusive space in the city centre for you and your friends, family or colleagues, we offer private fine dining, in our stunning downstairs location.
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![Adnams Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityAdnams Suite
14 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexVenue highlights: An adaptable layout pairs a traditional pub interior with a bright glass‑roofed dining area, offering a choice of intimate or light‑filled settings for private hires.
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FAQs about Top Private Dinner Venues in Essex
Booking costs of private dining rooms average £550 minimum spend per event. 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £450 | and £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £25 | and £39 | per person |
| Typically between £350 | and £2688 | hire fee per day |
You'll find private dining rooms 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 Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £295 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 70 and 140 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average £3150 hire fee per day |
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The Boardroom at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG - dining room for 10 guests
Venue said: Its enclosed layout keeps the group separate from shared hotel areas. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a formal, private setting for seated gatherings, meetings and focused discussion. -
The Countryside Suite at Galvin Green Man - dining room for 18 guests
Venue said: Best for: Family celebrations, intimate milestone dinners, Sunday roast lunches. Location: Main Road places the venue on the village high street, where nearby shops and pubs give guests straightforward options before or after... -
Entire Venue at BOBO & WILD - Chigwell - restaurant for 48 guests
Venue said: Features: The venue serves speciality coffee, freshly made pastries and an all-day menu. Food service covers both daytime dining and evening meals. Ideal for: Small groups looking for a relaxed, informal setting for daytime...
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Bar Lounge at Marco's New York Italian Brentwood, from £15 per person (up to 25 guests seated)
Venue said: The space features various seating areas, including a bar lounge. The restaurant area and the bar are available for private events. -
Marlborough at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Outside the meeting room, in the foyer, there is a tea/coffee machine that delegates can use during the meeting. (half day and full day price apply)... -
Whole Venue at Slug & Lettuce, Colchester, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 330 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Loved the venue for a recent baby shower, they made it super easy for us and the food was incredible.’
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