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Top Small Venues in Essex
The guest list is small, but the experience doesn’t have to be. From quirky hideaways in Brentwood to elegant rooms in Braintree, Essex has many top small venues that are made for those milestone moments. You want a space that feels all yours—no sharing, no noise, just your people and your moment. That’s the magic of small venues: they give your event the attention it deserves. Use Tagvenue to cut through the clutter and find that space faster. Check out photos, availability, and instantly message venue managers so you can get the ball rolling today. Start exploring today!
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![Sapphire Private Room at Puttshack Lakeside in Essex]()
from £29
per person / per dayCheck availabilitySapphire Private Room
50 guestsPuttshack LakesideEssexAre you looking for a unique private function room with a lively atmosphere and an upscale hi-tech mini golf experience for your event? Our Sapphire private room, with its very own bar and AV facilities, is the ideal setting -
![The Regency at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £30
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Regency
180 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe Regency is an elegant bespoke function space which is situated on the ground floor of the manor house and definitely lives up to its name. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, framed with floor to ceiling windows and doors, -
![Exclusive Venue Hire at Puttshack Lakeside in Essex]()
from £6600
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityExclusive Venue Hire
650 guestsPuttshack LakesideEssexInclusive of four high-tech mini-golf courses, a stunning terrace, a restaurant, a bar, a private function rooms and a cloakroom, it is the perfect destination to enjoy a delicious selection of food and drinks while bringing -
![Belmont Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBelmont Room
150 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexAn elegant room on the ground floor with it's own exterior entry and veranda. Own Bar and WCs too. Can cater for 150 people reception or theatre style. -
![Garden Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £500
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityGarden Room
200 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssexUnique room on the ground floor with its own bar area, dance floor, and natural daylight. Patio doors open onto a well kept patio and lawned garden. -
![Theatre at Royal Gunpowder Mills in Essex]()
from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTheatre
96 guestsRoyal Gunpowder MillsEssexOur Theatre has tiered seating, stage and lighting. It holds 96 seats complete with pull out writing boards and spaces for 4 wheelchairs. We also have a lift for easy access and disabled facilities. -
![The Club Restaurant & Lounge at Chelmsford City Racecourse in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Restaurant & Lounge
250 guestsChelmsford City RacecourseChelmsford, EssexThe Club has a private, VIP vibe. A private space with panoramic views across the racecourse, this space is on the first floor of the grandstand and can hold up to 250 people. -
![Semi-private Mezzanine at The George & Dragon, Mountnessing in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Mezzanine
25 guestsThe George & Dragon, MountnessingBrentwood, EssexA small, intimate mezzanine area that is perfect for a private party. With a cosy chic decor and wooden beams, your space overlooks the restaurant, taking in all the atmosphere. -
![The Red Room at The King William in Essex]()
from £20
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Red Room
35 guestsThe King WilliamChigwell StationEssexOur intimate semi-private dining area combines classic and contemporary styling, creating a beautiful space for gatherings. Whether you prefer a sit-down meal or a buffet-style event, the Red Room is versatile and sure to -
![First Floor at Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
125 guestsSlug and Lettuce ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexSlug and Lettuce Chelmsford is a friendly town centre bar overlooking the river, right in the heart of Essex. The Slug & Lettuce Chelmsford offers fantastic quality and service, as well as competitive prices all day everyday. -
![Walled Garden Pavilion at Braxted Park in Essex]()
from £4000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWalled Garden Pavilion
400 guestsBraxted ParkEssexThis stunning venue comes with a full working bar and dedicated experienced front of house staff, while audiovisual equipment, stage, dancefloor and flexible catering options are also available. -
![Enitre Venue at The Vine Inn in Essex]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEnitre Venue
70 guestsThe Vine InnEssexThe moment you step inside The Vine Inn in Black Notley, the bar immediately greets you with its bright and airy interior that can be arranged for a buffet or simply left open with tables and comfortable chairs for a more
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FAQs about Top Small Venues in Essex
The cost of small venues in Essex averages around £30 per person. 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £18 | to £35 | per person |
| From £250 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £2200 | hire fee per day |