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Top Unusual Venues in Bournemouth
Ever thrown a party in a circus tent or hosted a meeting in an old bank vault? Unusual venues in Bournemouth let you ditch the expected and go full eccentric. From underground bars near the Triangle to retro arcades tucked away in Boscombe, this town doesn’t play it safe, and neither should you. Got a wild birthday idea, a weirdly fun team social, or a launch that needs to stand out? Tagvenue has the quirkiest spaces lined up, ready for you to break the mould and turn your event into a story worth telling.
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![Felsons - Venue Hire at Popworld Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFelsons - Venue Hire
150 guestsPopworld BournemouthBournemouthOur venue captures Eddie Felson’s bold style and competitive spirit. Known for playing high-stakes pool games, he was always ready for a challenge — and now, so are you! -
![Main Room at O2 Academy Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
1800 guestsO2 Academy BournemouthBournemouthO2 Academy Bournemouth is an outstanding Grade II listed building and provides a beautiful backdrop for any event. Over 100 years old, the venue was built in 1894 by Archibald Beckett and opened on 27 May 1895 as The Grand -
![Garden Studio at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth]()
from £54
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGarden Studio
30 guestsPavilion Dance South WestBournemouthOur studios are available for hire and suit all kinds of dance events—classes, workshops, and more. Combined with the theatre, the studios also work well as changing rooms, catering areas and breakout spaces. -
![Private Events Room at The Green House in Bournemouth]()
from £34
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Events Room
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouthThe Private Events Room is a self-contained event room with bar, dance floor, private entrance, washrooms and direct access to the Green Hut where we have our pizza oven. -
![Entire Venue at Sobo Sommelier in Bournemouth]()
from £400
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
56 guestsSobo SommelierBournemouthEnjoy the exclusive use of Sobo Sommelier, giving you and your guests privacy and a personalized experience. The interior includes a wine bar area, high-top sharing tables, and a seated dining area that seats up to 36. -
![Ocean Theatre at Pavilion Dance South West in Bournemouth]()
from £144
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOcean Theatre
80 guestsPavilion Dance South WestBournemouthWe hire our spaces to clients for dance events, festivals, conferences, meetings, film screenings and more. Our building is a few meters from Bournemouth Seafront overlooking Bournemouth Gardens. -
![Exclusive Use at The Green House in Bournemouth]()
from £10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
110 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouthWith the exclusive use, you have an acces to: -Arbor Restaurant with large curved windows and stylish design offers the perfect room for your ceremony and wedding breakfast of up to 70 guests. -
![Private Dining Room at Neo Restaurant in Bournemouth]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
40 guestsNeo RestaurantBournemouthDelight in our exclusive private dining area, only for private reservations. The space is suitable for a solo dinner of 30 people or a reception for 40 with drinks and canapés; in any case, it is a very good choice for you -
![Studio at Collective Studio in Bournemouth]()
from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityStudio
20 guestsCollective StudioBournemouthThink of this as your very own creative clubhouse! Part studio, part classroom, all creative energy. -
![Felsons - Poolside at Popworld Bournemouth in Bournemouth]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFelsons - Poolside
80 guestsPopworld BournemouthBournemouthThis lively space is conveniently located near both the bar and pool tables, making it ideal for any type of celebration. While it isn’t a private area, its atmosphere and central location make it a great choice for an unforgettable -
![The Conservatory Restaurant at The Riviera Hotel Alum Chine in Bournemouth]()
from £375
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Conservatory Restaurant
140 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouthThe Riviera Hotel is the perfect venue for your Civil Ceremony. The Conservatory Restaurant is the larger of our two rooms with beautiful sea views.Perfect for larger weddings, it can accommodate up to 140 guests. -
![Function Room at The Duck Westbourne in Bournemouth]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityFunction Room
30 guestsThe Duck WestbourneBournemouthOur function room can seat 16 around a table or up to about 25-30 people standing. It is situated next to our beer garden, which gives hirers the option to expand out into that area for increased party sizes.
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The cost of unusual venues averages around £500 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 Bournemouth, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £375 | to £500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £650 | to £5000 | hire fee per event |
| From £54 | hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Bournemouth, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Neo Restaurant
on Exeter Road - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: At NEO Bournemouth, we are of the opinion that the every meal is to be considered as a special one - be it a simple lunch, drinks after work or a dinner by the beach. -
Garden Studio at Pavilion Dance South West
on Lower Gardens Westover Road - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our studios are available for hire and suit all kinds of dance events—classes, workshops, and more. -
Felsons - Venue Hire at Popworld Bournemouth
on 156-164 Old Christchurch Road - 0.5 mi from centre.
Venue said: Known for playing high-stakes pool games, he was always ready for a challenge — and now, so are you! At Felson’s Bournemouth, you’ll enter a lively, stylish space filled with great design and an unbeatable atmosphere.
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