Thinking beyond the ballroom for your next event? Nottingham holds a treasure trove of truly unique venues, from the historic charm of the Lace Market to the lively atmosphere of Hockley. Imagine your guests gasping in awe at an unexpected location, chatting excitedly about the incredible atmosphere of the event venue. Don't settle for ordinary when extraordinary is within reach; those one-of-a-kind venues truly make an impact and are highly sought after. Unleash your imagination and make your event legendary. Explore Nottingham's unusual venues on Tagvenue now, and experience the unparalleled ease of directly connecting with venue managers to tailor your perfect event!
The cost of unusual venues averages around £120 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 Nottingham, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £60 | to £360 | hire fee per hour |
| From £600 | to £1150 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £30 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Ground Floor Venue/Laceworks at ARC Space
in Hockley - rated 5/5
Venue said: Murals, artwork and design elements by local creatives bring the heritage building to life and give the venue its distinctive, eclectic feel. Fully licensed and centred around its own speciality bar, Laceworks, the ground...
Bar Esquina at Alea Casino Nottingham
in Nottingham City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was lovely, food was amazing and I’m still getting amazing feedback now!!!’
The Sanctuary at JD Content Studios
in Nottingham - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The studio is stunning. It makes the perfect backdrop! Lots of space, and lots of different options.’
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 Nottingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average £1510 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Nottingham, available to book on Tagvenue:
Cheap unusual venues in Nottingham start from £50 hire fee per hour or £5 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Auditorium at Dominion House Auditorium, from £50 hire fee per hour
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The Dominion House Auditorium is a versatile venue in Nottingham that can accommodate a wide range of events and occasions. Whether you're planning a conference, seminar, workshop, training session, community gathering, or...
The Centre Stage at Roxy Ball Room - Cornerhouse, Nottingham, from £6 per person
(up to 70 guests standing)
Venue said: Our biggest Roxy Ball Room on the map The Cornerhouse is Nottingham’s own gaming nirvana! With so much room for activities, we’ve packed it to the rafters with bonus games like batting cages, duck pin bowling, ice-free curling,
Screen 2 at Broadway Cinema, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 98 guests seated)
Definitely. If your team’s tired of dull meeting rooms, go for Manahatta Nottingham in Nottingham City Centre or Alea Casino Nottingham, they both offer spaces with unique vibes and built-in catering options.
Usually, yes! Most unusual venues are pretty flexible with styling, especially ones like Ghost Nottingham, which can easily be transformed for a themed party or immersive event. Just double-check with the venue about whats allowed (some places may restrict things like confetti or wall hooks).
Page last updated in September 2026
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