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Top Pub Venues in Essex
Essex is a great choice for booking pub venues for your next event. With charming villages like Dedham, picturesque countryside in places like Epping Forest, and coastal spots such as Leigh-on-Sea, there are plenty of scenic options. The region features a variety of traditional English pubs, many with historic interiors and lovely beer gardens, making them suitable for birthdays, corporate gatherings, or casual get-togethers. Whether you're looking to celebrate near Colchester, Chelmsford, or in quieter rural areas, Essex’s pubs venues offer great food, friendly atmospheres, and easy access. Find your venue on Tagvenue today!
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![The Loft at Alex Southend On Sea in Essex]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Loft
100 guestsAlex Southend On SeaEssexThe Loft at Alex Southend on Sea offers a first-floor space for gatherings and private events. Multiple TV screens show live sports, ideal for fans. The private bar provides quick service, and a flexible layout accommodates -
![The Conservatory at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Conservatory
70 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexWe serve delicious, hearty British pub food alongside a fantastic selection of ales, wines, and spirits. Whether you're popping in for a mid-week meal, catching up with friends, or treating the whole family to a proper Sunday -
![Dining Area at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Area
60 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexMake the most of our dedicated dining space — ideal for bringing people together. Choose from our 2 or 3-course set menu for a sit-down celebration, perfect for marking a special occasion. -
![The King’s Quarters at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe King’s Quarters
120 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexMake the most of our full event space — combining the Conservatory, Snug, and Dining Area to host up to 120 guests. With a mix of seated and standing room, it’s the ideal setting for larger gatherings, whether you're planning -
![The Snug at The Rayleigh Lodge in Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Snug
20 guestsThe Rayleigh LodgeEssexYou’ll have exclusive access to our private event bar, fully stocked with a delicious selection of ales, beers, wines, and spirits. -
![Semi-private Mezzanine at The George & Dragon, Mountnessing in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Mezzanine
25 guestsThe George & Dragon, MountnessingBrentwood, EssexThe George & Dragon is a premium pub, bar, and restaurant with its very own courtyard and garden, centrally located in the heart of the picturesque town of Mountnessing. -
![The Red Room at The King William in Essex]()
from £20
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Red Room
35 guestsThe King WilliamChigwell StationEssexIf 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 -
![Roof Terrace at Be At One Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRoof Terrace
80 guestsBe At One ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexLooking 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! -
![The Countryside Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Countryside Suite
18 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 -
![Entire Venue at Bar and Beyond Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
800 guestsBar and Beyond ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur flagship venue in Chelmsford, Bar and Beyond is the ultimate event destination. Perfect for corporate events, milestone celebrations, Christmas parties and everything in between. -
![1st Floor Function Room at Slug & Lettuce, Colchester in Colchester, Essex]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability1st Floor Function Room
70 guestsSlug & Lettuce, ColchesterColchester, EssexThe function room has natural daylight shining through, making it suitable for your day time events as well as evenings. We can offer the space for business and networking meetings, team training days, birthday parties, baby -
![Gunpowder Cafe at Royal Gunpowder Mills in Essex]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGunpowder Cafe
110 guestsRoyal Gunpowder MillsEssexThe Gunpowder Café is large and spacious and suitable for functions. It has a well-equipped kitchen ready for use by your own caterers or let us provide or arrange your catering needs.
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FAQs about Top Pub Venues in Essex
In Essex, prices of pub venues average £500 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 £250 | to £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £29 | to £35 | per person |
| From £250 | to £800 | hire fee per day |