Top Unusual Venues in Leicester
From historic facades to unexpected interiors, Leicester doesn’t play it straight. Around Granby Street and the Clock Tower, you’ll find venues that do things a little differently. Unusual venues in Leicester include converted warehouses, heritage buildings with original features, and offbeat spaces that happily ignore the rulebook. Whether it’s a birthday, creative event, or something harder to pin down, these spots can handle it with ease and a bit of personality. Find the one that fits and go for it.
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from £160
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960 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
LLalit
“From the day I booked the venue right through to the event itself, Aga was fantastic.” -
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350 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
RRose D.
“Bar staff were really friendly. Helped provide links to an event decorator and they were amazing!” -
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hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMulti Purpose Studio
40 guestsFRIENDLYLeicesterJJasmin L.
“The space was brilliant, very nice vibe, set up and facilities, good sound system and lights were very cute.” -
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500 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicester#Supervenue
OOliwia K.
“Everything was perfect! Lovely staff members! Amazing venue! Couldn’t be happier!” -
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minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNight Club
150 guestsThe BasementLeicester City CentreThe Basement – Leicester Tucked beneath the city streets, The Basement is an atmospheric, character-filled venue that delivers a truly unique nightlife and event experience.
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from £450
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWigston 2
60 guestsHoliday Inn Leicester - WigstonLeicesterBBeverley S.
“We would highly recommend this venue for any special occasion.” -
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2000 guestsAthena Events VenueLeicester City CentreLocated in the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter, Athena Events Venue is a landmark Midlands venue for events from 200 to 2,000 standing guests. Our flexible spaces—including the Cinema Suite, Deco Bar, Foyer, and Gallery—can
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from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnion Studio
70 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterUnion Studio is an Event Space in the University of Leicester Student Union characterised by a large, unobstructed parquet floor that supports flexible layouts.
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from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Studio
20 guestsNoir StudioLeicester City CentreNoir Studio, Leicester’s Premier Creative Space, is a lifestyle content studio in designed by creatives for creatives. Our space is ideal for e-commerce, content creation, podcasts, photography, videography, and any project
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from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGee's
250 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterGee's is a semi-private event space in the University of Leicester Student Union, defined by a casual lounge-style layout and a student-focused, informal character.
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from £65
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200 guestsThe City RoomsLeicester City CentreThe City Rooms has so much to offer for your celebration - • Grade 1 listed exclusive wedding venue and banqueting hall • 4 Boutique bedrooms in the heart of Leicester city centre.
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from £150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNetworking Space
120 guestsThe Gresham AparthotelLeicester City CentreThe Gresham Aparthotel is a Grade II listed hotel in the centre of Leicester, offering boutique-style studios, apartments, meeting facilities, and event space for business and leisure guests.
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FAQs about Top Unusual Venues in Leicester
The cost of unusual venues averages around £100 hire fee per hour. 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £50 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
| From £33 | per person | |
| From £350 | to £1000 | minimum spend 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 Leicester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £50 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 160 guests | prices average £350 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 250 guests | prices average £150 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel
on 36 Market Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fully stocked bar, and catering can be arranged on request. Self-catering is also available with access to the kitchen by prior arrangement. -
Night Club at The Basement
on 1 Wellington Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Basement isn’t just a venue — it’s an experience. A hidden gem in Leicester that offers character, energy, and flexibility all in one space. -
Exclusive Use at The City Rooms
on 16 Hotel Street, Leicester - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: It spans the whole length of the first floor and is 9 metres in height which gives the room a sense of space and grandeur.
Smaller unusual venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Leicester, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Secret Lounge at Secret Garden Restaurant & Lounge - lounge for 20 guests
Venue said: The space itself feels styled and a bit more refined, but still easy to settle into whether you’re coming in for a meal or drinks. -
The Orangery at Winstanley House - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: Adjacent to The Grand Ballroom is The Orangery, an ideal fusion of contemporary and Georgian architecture. With its red brick walls, modern lighting fixtures and plenty of natural daylight, it’s the perfect setting for smaller... -
Studio 1 at Create Studios Leicester - dance studio for 30 guests
Venue said: Location: Create Studios Leicester is in Leicester on Hartopp Road. The surrounding area is urban and offers room for vehicle staging and external set work.
Cheap unusual venues in Leicester start from £450 hire fee per day or £150 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Wigston 2 at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston, from £450 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: The room has a compact, carpeted interior framed by wood-panelled walls and a suspended ceiling with recessed lighting. The layout uses round-table seating and a neutral colour scheme that supports focused, professional meetings. -
Networking Space at The Gresham Aparthotel, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: The space includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fully stocked bar, and catering can be arranged on request. Self-catering is also available with access to the kitchen by prior arrangement. -
Dining Room at The City Rooms, from £33 per person (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: This room can seat up to 80 delegates and has natural daylight. This room works well when used with the bar which is directly next door. Delegates can choose to have their breaks in there as a private space if they wish.
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