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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from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
150 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
LLalit
“From the day I booked the venue right through to the event itself, Aga was fantastic.” -
from £70
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicester#Supervenue
MMairead F.
“The clubhouse was very good for my 70 th party. Lots of space for dancing and dining.” -
from £1300
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityStage Suites
350 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterBBeverley S.
“We would highly recommend this venue for any special occasion.” -
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
200 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
OOliwia K.
“Everything was perfect! Lovely staff members! Amazing venue! Couldn’t be happier!” -
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLower Floor - Clubhouse
50 guestsCarisbrooke Tennis ClubLeicester#Supervenue
ZZahra Q.
“Everything went smoothly and it was a great spot to host a party. Would definitely book again” -
from £3000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
1400 guestsAthena Events VenueLeicester City CentreLocated in the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter, Athena Events Venue is a landmark Midlands venue for events from 200 to 2,000 standing guests. Our flexible spaces—including the Cinema Suite, Deco Bar, Foyer, and Gallery—can
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from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
200 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
KKarishma B.
“Will definitely consider this venue again. Thank you so much!” -
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.
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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.
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from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGee's
150 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterGee's is a semi-private event space in the University of Leicester Student Union, defined by a casual lounge-style layout and a student-focused, informal character.
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from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLoughborough & Harborough
100 guestsHoliday Inn LeicesterLeicesterLoughborough & Harborough is a function room in Holiday Inn Leicester and its defining quality is a pillar-free, reconfigurable layout that adapts easily between banquet and open-plan setups.
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from £150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNetworking Space
60 guestsThe Gresham AparthotelLeicester City CentreThe space includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fully stocked bar, and catering can be arranged on request. Self-catering is also available with access to the kitchen by prior arrangement.
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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:
| Typically between £55 | and £150 | hire fee per hour |
| Typically between £350 | and £1000 | hire fee per day |
| Typically around £1000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at Carisbrooke Tennis Club in Leicester - rated 4.9/5
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 hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests. -
Ground Floor at Sophy Bar & Club
on King Street 8-10 - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Main Room has a capacity of 150 guests and is wheelchair accessible. We do have a smoking area that guests can use.
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Lower Floor - Clubhouse at Carisbrooke Tennis Club, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘We had our daughter’s birthday party at this venue and it was perfect for what we needed.’ -
Loughborough & Harborough at Holiday Inn Leicester, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests seated)
Venue said: Features: The room includes a built-in PA system and speakers and permits external DJs or own music. The room comes with in-house round tables and chiavari chairs, a clear dancefloor area, Wi-Fi and air conditioning. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: The Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests.
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