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Top Venues with External Catering in Leicester
Bringing your own bites? We’ve got the top self catering venues in Leicester ready for everything from big birthdays to family feasts and community events. Whether you're setting up a Gujarati thali, a Caribbean spread, or just showing off your famous samosas, these spaces give you the freedom to make it personal. Host your party near Abbey Park or book a hall in Belgrave where you know the food will be exactly how you like it. No fixed menus, no hidden corkage, just a blank canvas and plenty of room to celebrate your way.
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![Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
150 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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LLalit
“From the day I booked the venue right through to the event itself, Aga was fantastic.” -
![Entire Venue at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester]()
from £70
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicesterMMairead F.
“The clubhouse was very good for my 70 th party. Lots of space for dancing and dining.” -
![Stage Suites at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester]()
from £1300
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityStage Suites
350 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterBBeverley S.
“We would highly recommend this venue for any special occasion.” -
![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
200 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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OOliwia K.
“Everything was perfect! Lovely staff members! Amazing venue! Couldn’t be happier!” -
![Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLower Floor - Clubhouse
50 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicesterZZahra Q.
“Everything went smoothly and it was a great spot to host a party. Would definitely book again” -
![Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
200 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester
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KKarishma B.
“Will definitely consider this venue again. Thank you so much!” -
![Downstairs at ALCOVE in Leicester City Centre]()
from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDownstairs
30 guestsALCOVELeicester City CentreThe space itself is open-plan, modern, and intentionally minimal, making it easy to dress up or down depending on your event. -
![Knighton Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityKnighton Suite
50 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterAccessed via our private stage suite entrance, the conference centre has its own cloakroom, guest facilities and foyer for breaks and drinks service. -
![Whole Venue at Athena Events Venue in Leicester City Centre]()
from £3000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
1400 guestsAthena Events VenueLeicester City CentreTrusted by major brands such as O2, Amazon, and Krispy Kreme, Athena has hosted prestigious events like Miss Great Britain and Bowls England. -
![Leicestershire Suite at Holiday Inn Leicester in Leicester]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLeicestershire Suite
280 guestsHoliday Inn LeicesterLeicesterThis space also has a private bar which can be hired for guests to enjoy. Conveniently located on the ground floor, the Leicestershire Suite offers a private entrance and air conditioning, providing comfort and ease of access -
![Wigston 1 at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester]()
from £600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWigston 1
200 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterThis suite is perfect for conferences, weddings and product launches and also has a private entrance and guest facilities for those looking to hold an event in Leicester. -
![Gee's at University of Leicester Student Union in Leicester]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGee's
150 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterGees provides an exceptional space for hosting a variety of events, including networking gatherings, breakout sessions, pop-up sales, fairs, and exhibitions.
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FAQs about Top Venues with External Catering in Leicester
The cost of self catering venues averages around £100 hire fee per hour. 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £70 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
| From £350 | to £600 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Lots of space for dancing and dining.’ -
Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed for our event.’ -
Stage Suites at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston in Leicester - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Thank you again to chev she made our day run like clockwork and I’ll never be able to thank her enough.’
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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2 Floors at HARVEYS
on 43 Belvoir Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Downstairs is where you’ll usually find the main dancefloor and DJ setup, with space to gather, dance, and stay close to the action. It’s lively and built for energy. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel
on 36 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed property in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios and apartments for business and leisure stays. -
Basement at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: This beautiful room has a capacity of 150 guests. It is available for private hire and ticketed events. It has a seating area, tables, and chairs, its own bar and DJ booth.
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