Ready to ditch the typical event spaces and do something different? If you're celebrating a milestone birthday, planning a creative workshop, or organising a quirky wedding, but you want a unique venue, Gloucestershire is packed with many unusual venues that make your event stand out. Think of rustic barns in the scenic Cotswolds or a chic venue hidden in the artistic streets of Stroud. These places aren't just about aesthetics—they offer full event support, from catering to AV services, ensuring your experience is as seamless as it is unique. Dive into the magic of Gloucestershire and host an extraordinary event!
The cost of unusual venues averages around £40 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 Gloucestershire, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £30 | to £45 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1661 | minimum spend per event |
| From £200 | to £1500 | hire fee per event |
You'll find unusual venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Gloucestershire, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £1414 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for unusual venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £1661 minimum spend per event | typically between 75 and 180 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £500 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 180 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 70 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average £2500 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 50 guests |
Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Gloucestershire, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Bookshop at Lost in the Reads - library for 40 guests
Venue said: Lost in the Reads is an independent bookshop and community hub on Kingswood High Street in Bristol. Our ground floor venue is available to hire for private events seven days a week, outside of our normal opening hours — including...
Polaris Room at Serendipity Labs - Bristol Aztec West, rated 4.9/5 - meeting room for 6 guests
Our user said: ‘Friendly staff, lots of space, convenience...’
Studio Space at Stanton Guildhouse - creative space for 17 guests
Venue said: Can be used for workshops, meetings or lectures. The desks in the room can be folded away creating a large space, which has even hosted yoga before...
Cheap unusual venues in Gloucestershire start from £25 hire fee per hour or £500 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Function Room at The Stroud Hotel, from £25 hire fee per hour
(up to 90 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Food and drinks were great I would definitely recommend this venue to others.’
The Chapel Pavilion at Ellenborough Park, from £500 hire fee per day
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: Looking for an amazing outdoor space? You just found it! Located next to our Victorian period Old Chapel this rustic pavilion offers a stunning backdrop to any event.
Bookshop at Lost in the Reads, from £320 minimum spend per event
(up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: Lost in the Reads is an independent bookshop and community hub on Kingswood High Street in Bristol. Our ground floor venue is available to hire for private events seven days a week, outside of our normal opening hours — including...
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