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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 -
![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. -
![Adnams Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityAdnams Suite
14 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexSet in the beautiful Essex countryside, close to Great Waltham in a building dating back to 1341, Galvin Green Man is an award-winning, Bib Gourmand British pub and modern restaurant, boasting panoramic views and an extensive
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Plan an Unforgettable Private Dining Event at Essex’s Hotels
from £200
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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 £150
hire fee / per morning
hire fee / per morning
Essex Room
50
50
The Thurrock Hotel
Essex
The Essex Room at The Thurrock Hotel offers a welcoming and versatile space for events in Thurrock, Essex. With its contemporary decor and adaptable layout, the room is ideal for weddings, conferences, and private functions.
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
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Norfolk
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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 Halls
from £89
per person / per session
per person / per session
Exclusive Use
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200
Downham Hall
Chelmsford, Essex
To make sure the spotlight is all on you on your special day, you can hire Downham Hall to be exclusively yours for the day. Welcome your guests in the beautiful entrance hall and take some photos against the backdrop of
from £8000
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Exclusive Use
120
150
Hutton Hall
Brentwood, Essex
It can also host up to 150 guests for a drinks reception. Another room licensed for ceremonies is The Blue Room, historically Hutton Hall’s ballroom.
from £8686
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hire fee / per session
Exclusive Use
250
300
East Mersea Hall
Colchester, Essex
When you book your wedding at East Mersea Hall, the venue will be exclusively yours for the day. This, together with its secluded location, gives you the privacy to enjoy your special occasion among your family and friends.
from £550
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Charter Hall
500
Colchester Weddings
Colchester, Essex
Charter Hall prides itself on being one of the largest venues in the county. With its modern and spacious interiors, it is a popular choice for big weddings.
from £2400
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minimum spend / per session
Pavilion
300
Fennes
Essex
Our grand and beautiful stately home in the North Essex countryside offers romantic weddings and elegant functions set in a gorgeous Georgian manor set amidst 100 acres of picturesque grounds with a charmingly intimate atmosphere.
from £150
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Marquee
200
200
The Harlow Arena
Essex
Our beautiful marquee offers a versatile space for up to 200 guests, making it the perfect choice for weddings, parties, and special occasions. With its elegant atmosphere, fully licensed bar, and capacity to be styled as
FAQs about Top Private Dining Rooms 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 from December 2025:
| From £250 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £18 | to £38 | per person |
| From £800 | to £2500 | 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 180 guests | prices average £550 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 230 guests | prices average £1700 minimum spend per event |
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