Pubs for Large Groups for Hire in Newcastle

Booking costs of pubs for large groups average £850 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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Mezzanine at Be At One Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was ideal size for the group. The staff were very friendly and attentive.’

• The Highline Bar at Manahatta Newcastle in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, location and staff.’

• Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne in Newcastle - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Thank you again for helping to put on an unforgettable surprise 30th party for my boyfriend.’

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Full Venue Hire at Kabin Newcastle on 17 Carliol Square - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, social bar setting suitable for both seated dining and standing mingling. What sets it apart: Fixed large-screen displays placed around the room provide live sports and event viewing for...
• Studio Bench Space at STACK Newcastle on Worswick Chambers, Pilgrim St, Newcastle upon Tyne - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Features: The space provides communal timber bench seating, barrel-style standing tables and a cleared area that functions as a dancefloor. The space includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a large wall-mounted screen for sports...
• The Greys Room at Gaucho Newcastle on 2-6 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The room includes Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, and table settings and glassware are provided for private dining. Ideal for: Small seated groups who want a relaxed, private dinner in an intimate, low-lit setting will find the...

Cheap pubs for large groups in Newcastle start from £100 hire fee per event or £15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Stephenson Lounge at Centurion Bar, from £100 hire fee per event (up to 45 guests standing)
  Venue said: Built in 1893, The Centurion was originally a luxurious waiting lounge for first-class passengers travelling through Newcastle. Fast forward 130 years, and this former travellers’ rest is now a centrepiece of Newcastle folklore.

• Full Venue at Ghetto Golf Newcastle, from £15 per person (up to 250 guests standing)
  Venue said: Ghetto Golf Newcastle is an indoor entertainment venue centred on a playful, themed mini-golf course that threads through a decorated, multi-level warehouse-style space.

• Reds at Event Northumbria, from £605 hire fee per day (up to 450 guests standing)
  Venue said: Your own private event space, Reds has attitude and everything you need for a late night event. Raised seating areas overlook the main dance floor with a large island bar providing easy access to some of the lowest priced...

For large events, consider Banyan Newcastle, which accommodates up to 600 standing guests. Other larger capacity venues include Be At One Newcastle which can fit 271 guests. 

Booking midweek can often secure better rates and availability, as weekends are busier. For popular pubs and peak seasons like Christmas or graduation periods, book 2–3 months in advance to guarantee your spot and negotiate group packages.

Yes. Check out Junkyard Golf Club for fun activities like mini-golf, perfect for interactive group entertainment. Similarly, Golf Fang offers an edgy, art-themed golf experience for a unique night out with your group.

Yes, several! Gino D’Acampo Quayside is a lovely open-plan Italian restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows offering unrivalled views of the River Tyne.