Top Private Hire Pubs in Gloucestershire
Pub venues in Gloucestershire come in all shapes, from coaching inns to modern bar spaces. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer strong rail links, while surrounding areas like Minchinhampton and Southam are known for their rural settings and listed buildings. Many pubs in the county offer session-based or daily hire, with flexible formats including private rooms, full venue hire, or outdoor space. Local produce often features on menus, and seasonal ales are common, especially in pubs connected to independent brewers. The county’s mix of town, countryside, and easy access from the M5 makes it a practical place to host a variety of events without needing to head into a major city. Browse our top picks below!
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from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Dock-side
70 guestsDr. FosterGloucester, GloucestershireTTia
“Sunday lunch was excellent! Accommodated a large family booking. Good communication from Ross as well.” -
from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Quay-side
50 guestsDr. FosterGloucester, GloucestershireDesign: The room presents a compact pub-style interior finished in dark timber panelling, navy-painted shelving and wine cubbies, lit by warm recessed downlights and table lamps.
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from £12
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDr. Foster Upstairs
120 guestsDr. FosterGloucester, GloucestershireA private space for any celebration or occasion, with multiple setup options. Your guests will also enjoy exclusive use of our upstairs bar, and private access to the toilets.
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from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
150 guestsThe Kings Arms, Prestbury - A Heartwood InnCheltenham, GloucestershireThe Kings Arms, Prestbury - A Heartwood Inn is a pub-brasserie that pairs classic British cooking with French influences inside a timber‑beamed period building.
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from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
80 guestsThe Langley ArmsGloucestershireThe Langley Arms Main Room offers a cozy and rustic atmosphere with traditional wooden beams and tufted seating, perfect for hosting up to 80 guests. Ideal for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, or community events,
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from £15
per person / per afternoonCheck availabilityBar Dining Area
75 guestsThe Kings Arms, Prestbury - A Heartwood InnCheltenham, GloucestershireThe bar dining space holds events for around 25–50 guests, or 15–25 for seated dining. The area is also available for drinks-only get-togethers. The space can host wakes for around 30–60 people, with a separate menu available
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from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFunction Room
90 guestsThe Stroud HotelGloucestershireQQuentin D.
“Used tre venue for our wedding reception. (40 guests). The staff was very professional and efficient.” -
from £54
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Balcony Bar
150 guestsStroud BreweryGloucestershireStroud Brewery is a working brewery and taproom that combines onsite beer production with a public bar and tasting programme. Venue highlights: The venue pairs operational brewery areas with an onsite taproom that can be
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from £240
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Ginstillery
150 guestsMr Cambray's CuriosityCheltenham, GloucestershireThe room supports flexible table-and-seat arrangements and a self-contained layout that keeps hired parties separate from the venue's public areas. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a lively, social gathering that mixes standing
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from £360
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityClub Lounge
55 guestsShaftesbury ParkBristol, GloucestershireRRachael
“Food was great and staff were amenable on the day. Super helpful to be able to leave cars overnight also” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBredon Room
40 guestsThe Beckford Inn - PubGloucestershireThe Bredon Room is a Dining Room in a pub centred on an uninterrupted, long oak boardroom-style table that runs the length of the room. Design: The room is elongated with high ceilings, pale walls, tongue-and-groove panelling
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from £360
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityFunction Room
250 guestsShaftesbury ParkBristol, GloucestershirePPat
“The venue was great, the guests enjoyed a lot., adults and kids.”
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FAQs about Top Private Hire Pubs in Gloucestershire
Booking costs of pub venues 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 Gloucestershire, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £36 | to £49 | per person |
| From £200 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
| From £500 | to £2734 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find pub venues 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 Gloucestershire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £216 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £360 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per event |
Smaller pub venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Gloucestershire, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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The Royalist at Ellenborough Park - function room for 20 guests
Venue said: Proportions are modest and ceiling height keeps the space contained rather than expansive. Features: The room is furnished for meetings with an oval table, a flipchart and a small coffee station. -
Meeting Room at Shaftesbury Park, rated 4.9/5 - meeting room for 35 guests
Venue said: With capacity for up to 112 seated within the main function room along with separate lounge and conference facilities, Shaftesbury Park is one of the most flexible venues of its kind in the South West. -
Ground Floor Dining Area at NepaleseChef Cheltenham - restaurant for 35 guests
Venue said: Upstairs, there’s a similar space that fits up to 50 guests, which works well if you need more room or want to plan a larger gathering or private event.
Cheap pub venues in Gloucestershire start from £25 hire fee per hour or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Function Room at The Stroud Hotel, from £25 hire fee per hour (up to 90 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Food and drinks were great I would definitely recommend this venue to others.’ -
Dining Room at Madras Bristol, from £15 per person (up to 64 guests standing)
Venue said: Madras Bristol is situated at 114 Rodway Rd. There are a lot of parking options in the area. You can also access the venue by public transport. The nearest bus stop, Rodway Road Shops is within walking distance. -
Conservatory at The Orangery, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: The Orangery is a conservatory-style venue defined by a bright, plant-filled interior that brings an informal, daytime-friendly character to private hires.
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