Self Catering Venues for Hire in Birmingham

The cost of self catering venues averages around £45 per person. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Entire Venue at The Aston Tavern in Aston - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Will definitely book again for future events.’

• Main Space at The Old Library in Digbeth - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Catering was spot in, tasty food and brilliant presentation. Timings were prompt.’

• Aphrodite Suite at The Midlands Greek & Cypriot Association in Birmingham - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘They also have other rooms for hire which would work well for network meetings etc.’

You'll find self catering 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 Birmingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Birmingham, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Innovate at The Studio Birmingham on 7 Cannon Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The space was open, flexible, dynamic. Everyone was so attentive including catering staff. Was great!’
• Banqueting Suite at Banqueting Suite on Victoria Square - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Stunning venue in a lovely location...’
• Versatile Meeting Room at Illimitable Spaces on 4th Floor, Avebury House 55 Newhall Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great space, nice staff, would definitely book again...’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for self catering venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller self catering venues usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Sycamore Room at The Hub on the Green, rated 5/5 - function room for 25 guests
  Venue said: The Sycamore Room is a bright and welcoming communal space, designed to cater to both relaxation and casual work. It features several round tables paired with modern, comfortable chairs that are ideal for small group gatherings...

• Intimate Event Space at Illimitable Spaces, rated 4.5/5 - event space for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Communication prior was great and easy to sort small amendments to our booking. Team were helpful on arrival.’

• Festival Suite at The Great Barr Hotel, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Good selection of sandwiches and other things and cakes and tea and coffee...’

Cheap self catering venues in Birmingham start from £500 minimum spend per event or £150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Bar 3 at Barbara's Bier Haus Birmingham, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Bar 3 was a brilliant space with its own toilets, karaoke and beer pong! Definitely recommend for a party!’

• Bournville Suite at Plough & Harrow Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Great service from the guys at the venue.’

• Main Room at D'COCINA Birmingham, from £25 per person (up to 90 guests seated)
  Venue said: The spacious design also provides plenty of room for décor, photo opportunities, and entertainment.

A self-catering event venue is a space where you and your guests can bring your own food and drinks for an event. It's perfect for parties, weddings, or gatherings where you want to have control over the menu and keep catering costs down. It gives you the freedom to personalise your event without depending on in-house catering services.

There is no one particular area in Birmingham that stands out with its selection of self catering venues but you can start your search in the City Centre and the Jewellery Quarter, where you can find self catering bars, meeting rooms, and banquet halls. The Chinese Quarter, Gas Street Basin and Digbeth are also locations that are home to venues suitable for both business and private events.