Birmingham is one of the UK’s most vibrant melting pots of culture, music, art and people from around the world. You don't have to look too far when trying to find unusual venues in the city. Whether it's Asian restaurants in the Chinese Quarter, trendy bars and cafes along the canal or one of many multi-purpose industrial spaces in the city centre, you're sure to find an exciting venue in Birmingham. Have a look at our collection of the city's unusual venues and see for yourself!
The cost of unusual venues in Birmingham averages around £800 minimum spend per event. 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 Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data:
From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
From £175 | to £495 | hire fee per event |
From £35 | to £55 | per person |
There are several beer halls and a couple of trendy restaurants for dinner on Broad Street. Another option is a Havana-style party in Birmingham City Centre. Both of these choices are available near Birmingham Canal where you’re sure to find a late-night afterparty.
The areas around Birmingham City Centre are the best places to search for unusual dining experiences. You can try cuisines from around the world in beautiful restaurants decorated to represent the culture. Just north of Birmingham City Centre, you can find some more Indian, Thai and Italian restaurants. You can also hire a versatile self-catering space to create your own unique private dining experience.
Birmingham will likely exceed your expectations with it comes to the unusual venues found throughout the city. As you would expect in most cities in the UK, Birmingham has many pubs and bars available for hire. Most of these pubs offer a traditional British aesthetic with some international flare. If you're looking for some open space, Birmingham has some incredible galleries available for event hire. Planning a dining function? The city has several banqueting suites or, for something a little different, a German-style beer hall.
If you’re wondering where to find the most unusual venues in Birmingham, here are three of our most popular choices:
To top it all off, here are the answers to some of the questions commonly asked by people looking for unusual venues in Birmingham: