Top Small Party Venues in Basingstoke
Birthday dinner? Engagement drinks? Family gathering that somehow turned into twenty people instead of ten? Small party venues in Basingstoke give you somewhere to bring everyone together without hiring a room built for a wedding reception. Around Festival Place and the town centre, you'll find private dining rooms, bars, and event spaces that feel the right size for the occasion. No acres of empty floor space, no pressure to fill a giant hall—just a room that works for the plans you've already made. Have a look through the listings and see what fits.
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from £100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWellington and Basing Rooms
35 guestsRed Lion HotelBasingstoke Town CentreThe hotel offers a few function rooms in which you can host your celebrations, depending on the number of guests and size of the party. Guests often describe the place as cosy and the bridal suite is highly recommended as
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from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFunction Room
80 guestsSpices and SpiritsBasingstokeA versatile room that shifts easily from a conference setup to a party space or an intimate dining setting. It can be arranged to match a wide range of event styles.
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from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFestival suite 2
70 guestsRed Lion HotelBasingstoke Town CentreOur newly refurbished and largest suite, with a capacity for 150 guests can be divided in half to create a smaller room holding up 60 guests; perfect to host medium to larger size gatherings.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFoyer, Atrium & Patio
150 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeFoyer, Atrium & Patio is a private outdoor space in The Ark Centre centred on a double-height atrium that opens onto a covered patio. Design: The space has a contemporary, clean finish: dark stone-effect floor tiles, white-painted
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from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFestival Suite 1
150 guestsRed Lion HotelBasingstoke Town CentreThe biggest room within the venue can comfortably accommodate up to 80 of your dear guests in a formal, seated combination and even up to 150 for a less formal evening reception.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGarda
30 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeGarda’s smaller size makes it a favourite for private discussions, interviews, and compact workshops. Its simplicity helps keep attention on the work at hand, offering a quiet spot where teams can plan, refine, or brainstorm
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGeneva
70 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeA rectangular meeting room arranged around a central meeting table, with light-coloured walls and a carpeted floor that create a functional professional setting.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLugano & Garda
80 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeWhen combined, Lugano & Garda create a balanced and adaptable setting perfect for events that require both structure and space to interact. The room is often used for training days, networking sessions, and group activities,
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPavilion
196 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokePavilion is a Function Room in The Ark Centre, an open-plan, naturally bright space defined by a flexible layout that adapts to different seating arrangements.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCaspian
50 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeThe Ark Conference Centre in Basingstoke is the kind of place people return to because it simply works. Set in a quiet, accessible corner of town. The venue brings together modern facilities, warm service, and a layout that
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySquire
240 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeThe Squire is the venue’s signature space, known for its purpose-built lecture theatre design that suits large conferences, talks, and presentations.
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from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAndaman
40 guestsThe Ark CentreBasingstokeThe space is a compact, carpeted meeting area arranged around round tables and practical seating, illuminated by large windows that provide natural daylight and a neutral, work‑focused finish.
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FAQs about Top Small Party Venues in Basingstoke
Booking costs of small party venues average £40 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 Basingstoke, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £40 | per person | |
| From £200 | hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 1.5 mi from central Basingstoke, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Wellington and Basing Rooms at Red Lion Hotel
on Red Lion Lane - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: This option will be just perfect if you are looking for a quiet and intimate space to celebrate your love and marriage with just a few of your nearest and dearest. -
Function Room at Spices and Spirits
on 3 Kings Furlong Drive - 0.6 mi from centre.
Venue said: It can be arranged to match a wide range of event styles. These are the amenities that you and your guests will be enjoying:... -
Foyer, Atrium & Patio at The Ark Centre
on Dinwoodie Drive Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital - 1.5 mi from centre.
Venue said: The area includes a staffed reception desk and a cluster of small breakout rooms accessed from the main space, plus step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets.
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