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Top Private Dining Rooms 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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![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. -
![The Dining Room at Fennes in Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dining Room
30 guestsFennesEssexA grand and traditionally decorated dining room, in warm garnet red wallpaper with a vintage Persian rug. The Dining Room is perfect for intimate dining, board room meetings, and a breakout area for larger parties. -
![Exclusive Dining Area at The Breakfast Club Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £100
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityExclusive Dining Area
35 guestsThe Breakfast Club ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur first floor can be hired as a PDR for Exclusive Events, Meetings or Group Dining. This Private space is located on the First Floor of our Caf on Moulsham St and can accommodate up-to 35 guests seated, or 50 in a combination -
![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 -
![Main room at Haywards in Essex]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain room
50 guestsHaywardsEssexPrivate dining at Haywards for 10-14 guests in The Stable. Exclusive hire of Haywards for any occasion: – weddings, anniversaries, christenings, conferences, We can cater for up to 50 guests for a sit-down meal at Haywards. -
![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. -
![Kushi Suite at Kushi in Essex]()
from £600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityKushi Suite
45 guestsKushiEssexThis is a modern-day Indian Restaurant that offers the perfect backdrop for exclusive entertaining, weddings, birthdays, and engagement parties with onsite catering and a cocktail bar for those intimate gatherings of up to -
![Sapphire Private Room at Puttshack Lakeside in Essex]()
from £29
per person / per dayCheck availabilitySapphire Private Room
30 guestsPuttshack LakesideEssexAre you looking for a unique private function room with a lively atmosphere and an upscale hi-tech mini golf experience for your event? Our Sapphire private room, with its very own bar and AV facilities, is the ideal setting -
![The Club Restaurant & Lounge at Chelmsford City Racecourse in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Restaurant & Lounge
170 guestsChelmsford City RacecourseChelmsford, EssexWindows wrap this room allowing for natural daylight and a built in bar makes this space perfect for private dinners and important events. -
![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, EssexThis makes the perfect setting for a winning evening! The room also features a flat-screen television and sound system enabling you to easily set the mood for your dining experience -
![The Caf (Full Venue Hire) at The Breakfast Club Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Full Venue Hire)
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexThis fantastic Caf is the perfect place to celebrate, have a party of take advantage of our Private Dining Space upstairs. Drop us a line, and our dedicated team will take care of the rest! -
![Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
56 guestsMowgli Street Food ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexWhether you're gathering friends, family, or colleagues, Mowgli Chelmsford is available for exclusive hire and can welcome up to 90 guests. It’s a great setting for celebrations, team evenings, or simply bringing people together.
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Plan an Unforgettable Private Dining Event at Essex’s Hotels
from £150
hire fee / per morning
hire fee / per morning
Davey Room
50
80
The Thurrock Hotel
Essex
The Davey Room at The Thurrock Hotel is a cozy and functional space designed for smaller-scale gatherings and meetings in Thurrock, Essex. With its modern decor and intimate setting, the room offers a comfortable environment
from £200
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Marlborough
40
28
Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel
Essex
The Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel is an elegant 18th-century Georgian mansion, surrounded by 6 acres of verdant parkland in the heart of the Essex countryside.
from £800
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Event Space
250
260
Rettendon Lodge Events
Chelmsford, Essex
Rettendon Lodge Events is a family-run restaurant, pub and hotel known for its warm atmosphere and great food. Enjoy classic pub favourites, Sunday roasts, seasonal dishes and desserts, all served with genuine hospitality.
from £276
per person / per day
per person / per day
Whole Venue
180
250
Down Hall Hotel
Essex
With a newly created private entrance, beautifully landscaped gardens, private lobby, private lounge and bar, and all within an exclusive self-contained area of the hotel, our new space is a complete transformation and will
from £250
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Norfolk
25
Harlow Hotel by Accor
Essex
Excellently located to connect on Stansted Airport, Central London and the M11 J11, as well as easy access to London transport links, the Harlow Hotel by Accor is the perfect place to sit down to business.
from £1750
per person / per session
per person / per session
Exclusive Use
150
250
Wivenhoe House
Colchester, Essex
Weddings at Wivenhoe House are everything you’d expect and more. Our stunning 18th Century, Country House Hotel makes the perfect backdrop for your wedding and is set in the most idyllic of locations.
Drink and Dine at Essex’s Fantastic Private Dining Bars
from £250
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Roof Terrace
35
80
Be At One Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
#Supervenue
Looking for the perfect place for a private party? Why not hire our our private room, fit with its own bar, you can dance the night away on your very own Rooftop terrace!
from £1000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
45
800
Bar and Beyond Chelmsford
Chelmsford, Essex
Our flagship venue in Chelmsford, Bar and Beyond is the ultimate event destination. Perfect for corporate events, milestone celebrations, Christmas parties and everything in between.
from £20
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Red Room
26
35
The King William
Chigwell Station
Essex
If you’re looking for a real country pub experience in Essex, then pay a visit to Chigwell. The King William IV is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard and garden, centrally located in the heart
from £300
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Main Bar Area
43
70
BAR PLUS
Chelmsford, Essex
The main bar area is the busiest part of the venue and has the strongest “Bar Plus” feel. The layout is simple, with plenty of standing space and room to set up tables if needed.
from £250
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Function Hall
50
120
Powerleague Colchester
Colchester, Essex
You are welcome to hire a D.J/band for your event or use our soundbar which can be linked up to your phone via Bluetooth. You are also welcome to bring in your own food for your event.
from £2500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue Hire
100
400
Boom Battle Bar Southend-On-Sea
Essex
Ready, Southend-On-Sea? Boom Battle Bar has crash-landed in Victoria Shopping Centre and it’s bringing next-level nights out with it. Whether you're planning a wild night with friends, a corporate social, or a celebration
FAQs about Top Private Dining Rooms in Essex
Booking costs of private dining rooms average £700 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 from February 2026:
| From £400 | to £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £18 | to £35 | per person |
| From £150 | to £3500 | hire fee per event |
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 (February 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £450 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 200 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 240 guests | prices average £1700 minimum spend per event |
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