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Top Small Party Spaces in Oxford
Oxford is bursting with quirky and charming small party venues to make your gathering stand out! Whether you’re planning a birthday, baby shower, cocktail party, or intimate dinner, you can find a restaurant with scenic views, a historic event venue near the Bodleian Library, or a trendy pub in Cowley. Explore the city centre or venture into nearby neighborhoods to find the right venue for your event. Use Tagvenue to quickly browse and book your venue in Oxford today!
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![Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityBackseat Becky's
40 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreJJane S.
“Perfect venue for a private party with friends.” -
![Cape Private Room at Cape of Good Hope in Oxford]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCape Private Room
110 guestsCape of Good HopeOxford
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SSimon D.
“Great venue for a large party with speakers and television for music.” -
![Full Venue - Caf & Bar at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFull Venue - Caf & Bar
120 guestsThe Breakfast Club OxfordOxford City CentreKKatie
“Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food” -
![Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
30 guestsThe Trout OxfordOxfordAAdrian B.
“Two of our party rather fussy and The Trout staff accommodated with two pizzas for them.” -
![Atrium at Malmaison Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium
100 guestsMalmaison OxfordOxford City CentreSSu Z.
“It was a memorable event for me and my husband.” -
![Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLower Private Dining Room
16 guestsThe Red Lion, OxfordOxford City CentreThe Lower Private Dining Room at The Red Lion is an elegant and cosy space, perfect for intimate gatherings and celebrations with family and friends. Steps lead down into this inviting room, where you'll find comfortable
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![Christmas Party at Escape Hunt Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityChristmas Party
45 guestsEscape Hunt OxfordOxford City CentreChristmas Party is an Event Space in Escape Hunt Oxford that functions as a compact lounge area for socialising and drinks. Design: The space has dark-painted walls, a large scenic mural, wooden high-top tables and dim, directional
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![The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe River Room
25 guestsThe Folly RestaurantOxford City CentreRRaquel B.
“The (non veggie) food we were told was also excellent and there was plenty of variety.” -
![Gin Room at Slug and Lettuce Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGin Room
80 guestsSlug and Lettuce OxfordOxford City CentreGin Room is a Dining Room in Slug and Lettuce Oxford that includes a dedicated wooden bar counter for private drinks service. Design: The room has contemporary pub-style finishes, combining warm timber panelling and open
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![Restaurtant at Oxford Brunch Bar in Oxford City Centre]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurtant
55 guestsOxford Brunch BarOxford City CentreWe are restaurant based in the busy city centre of Oxford. We are currently advertising the space for the private hire and parties in the evening. We can customise the menu and drinks as per the client requirement.
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![Back Area at LJ - Love Jericho Cocktail Bar in Oxford]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Area
70 guestsLJ - Love Jericho Cocktail BarOxfordThe Back Area is a private event space within a cocktail bar. Its intimate lounge layout creates a comfortable setting for social gatherings. Design: The room combines warm amber lighting, parquet flooring and textured brickwork
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![Upper Private Dining Room at The Red Lion, Oxford in Oxford City Centre]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Private Dining Room
16 guestsThe Red Lion, OxfordOxford City CentreThe Upstairs Private Dining Room at The Red Lion is an exceptional venue for your next celebration or event, available for exclusive booking. Located upstairs, this elegant space can host up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal,
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FAQs about Top Small Party Spaces in Oxford
Booking costs of small party venues average £45 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 Oxford, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £33 | to £50 | per person |
| From £225 | to £900 | hire fee per event |
| From £300 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Private Dining Room at The Trout Oxford in Oxford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘25 of us had a great time for six hours in the room, then enjoyed more drinks outside next to the river...’ -
The River Room at The Folly Restaurant in Oxford City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A wonderful evening to celebrate daughter’s 21st birthday with her friends.’ -
Backseat Becky's at The Breakfast Club Oxford in Oxford City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, we were really pleased we could hire out the whole restaurant. Loved the food...’
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Oxford, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Oxford
on High Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Oxford restaurant provides 170 covers in an expansive downstairs dining room, a 55-cover upstairs private dining room for bookings and a cosy cocktail bar. -
Entire Venue at Sandy's Piano Bar
on 4 King Edward Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The venue can accommodate up to 140 people and is perfect for live music performances, dancing, birthday parties, drink receptions, hen's parties and other special celebrations. -
Screen 2 at The Oxford Cinema and Cafe
on 18 Magdalen Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Air conditioning is available, on-site storage space is provided for kit, and the room operates under noise restrictions. Best for: Film screenings, private viewings and projection-based shoots.
Yes, most small party venues in Oxford allow alcohol service, either through an in-house bar or a BYO option. Whether you’re celebrating at The Red Lion or another local spot, you can enjoy fully licensed facilities or bring your own drinks to suit your preference. It’s a simple way to make sure your guests have the drinks they love while celebrating your special occasion.
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