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Top Small Party Venues in Canterbury
Canterbury knows how to host a proper get-together. Around the High Street and Mercery Lane, you’ll find spaces that feel sociable from the start, whether the plan is birthday drinks, a family meal, or a laid-back gathering with friends. Small party venues in Canterbury include cosy private dining rooms, relaxed bars, and flexible function spaces that suit groups without feeling too large or too formal. Good acoustics, comfortable layouts, and a bit of privacy help everything flow more naturally. Explore the options below and find a space that fits the mood.
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![Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge in Canterbury Town Centre]()
from £1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsCanterbury Cathedral LodgeCanterbury Town CentreWhether you plan on having an intimate celebration or a grand party, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge caters for any size of party. You may choose an ideal space for you from an array of rooms available at the venue. -
![The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury at The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury in Canterbury Town Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Veg Box Cafe Canterbury
60 guestsThe Veg Box Cafe CanterburyCanterbury Town CentrePerfect venue for your next event. With a capacity for up to 60 guests, we offer a warm, intimate space ideal for celebrations, gatherings, and special occasions. -
![Darwin Conference Suite at University of Kent in Canterbury]()
from £225
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDarwin Conference Suite
400 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyThe space has its own reception area, cloakroom, dance floor, and bar. The flexibility of this space allows for a wide range of meeting and event needs to be met. -
![Whole Venue at The John in Canterbury Town Centre]()
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
100 guestsThe JohnCanterbury Town CentreBig Birthdays, Edgy Weddings, Launch Parties, DJ Nights, Creative Corporate Shindigs Capacity: 50-100 | Full Bar Service | “Not your grandma’s venue… unless she’s really cool. -
![Indoor Tennis and Events Arena at University of Kent in Canterbury]()
from £7500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIndoor Tennis and Events Arena
4000 guestsUniversity of KentCanterburyThe Kent Indoor Tennis and Events Arena was completed in 2020 and is located at the University of Kent, Canterbury. It has over 3,000 sq meters of flexible flat floor space and can be configured in a variety of layouts including -
![Private Section at Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Section
25 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyTucked away from the main bar, our newly refurbished private section is a modern yet cosy retreat designed for versatility and comfort. Clean lines, warm finishes, and carefully considered lighting create an inviting atmosphere -
![Upper Level with Terrace at The Drapers Arms in Canterbury Town Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Level with Terrace
70 guestsThe Drapers ArmsCanterbury Town CentreThe upper level of our pub, along side our stunning garden terrace is an ideal spot for an array of celebrations and occasions and hosts up to 70 guests. -
![Exclusive Use at Winters Barns in Canterbury]()
from £9860
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
200 guestsWinters BarnsCanterburyWinters Barns is an idyllic, romantic venue, surrounded by gorgeous Kentish countryside. Whether you are planning on hosting an intimate ceremony for your nearest and dearest or throwing a lavish reception, the venue’s function -
![Cathedral Room at Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury]()
from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCathedral Room
150 guestsAbbots Barton HotelCanterburyThe Cathedral Room is our largest conference room offering luxurious air-conditioned accommodation for up to 150 delegates theatre style. Flooded with natural daylight and with access onto the terrace and gardens it is perfectly -
![Barns, Marquee & Lawns at Swarling Manor in Canterbury]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBarns, Marquee & Lawns
450 guestsSwarling ManorCanterburySwarling Manor is in the most stunning rural location surrounding a 17th century manor house, complete with a marquee, a rustic barn and a romantic rose garden all nestled inside an 80 acres of beautiful kentish countryside. -
![The Historic Railway Bridge at The Old Railway Cutting - Kent in Canterbury]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Historic Railway Bridge
60 guestsThe Old Railway Cutting - KentCanterburyIt is a dramatic space where the natural light creates slightly ethereal , magical pools and shafts of light. There is a simple bar or foos prep area and green tarps to shelter for woodland dining for up to 24 people- chairs -
![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Canterbury in Canterbury]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar CanterburyCanterburyThe best bottomless brunch in Canterbury, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment.
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FAQs about Top Small Party Venues in Canterbury
Booking costs of small party venues average £25 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 Canterbury, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £25 | to £40 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1000 | hire fee per day |
| From £1000 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Canterbury, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Upper Level with Terrace at The Drapers Arms
on 1-2 Sun Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space can accommodate for either sit down dinners or standing events with a number of menu options available, from 3 course meals to buffets and finger food. -
Exclusive Use at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
on The Precincts - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: You can enjoy a delicious wedding breakfast with your nearest and dearest in the venue’s Restaurant. Up to 120 guests can join you for a sit down meal at the stunning Clagett Auditorium. -
The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury at The Veg Box Cafe Canterbury
on 17A Burgate - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: With a capacity for up to 60 guests, we offer a warm, intimate space ideal for celebrations, gatherings, and special occasions. We provide a dining experience that’s good for your guests and the planet.
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