Unusual Venues for Hire in Leicester

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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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Unusual Venues for Hire in Leicester

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:

Prices of unusual venues in Leicester as of October, 2026
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:

  • 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:

  • 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:

  • 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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