The ceremony may seal the vows, but the reception is where the celebration begins. Wedding reception venues in Richmond give couples unique ways to gather friends and family for a joyful evening of great food, speeches, and dancing. Around the Thames, near Richmond Green, and close to the town’s charming streets filled with restaurants and historic buildings, you’ll find elegant dining rooms, stylish halls, and beautiful event spaces suited to receptions of all sizes. Take a look below and find a reception space that fits your big day.
Prices of wedding reception venues average £800 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £600 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £33 | to £95 | per person |
| From £350 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find wedding reception 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 Richmond, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 80 guests | prices average £950 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Dining Room | prices average £2000 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 70 guests |
| Bar | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 170 and 200 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £950 hire fee per event | typically between 70 and 100 guests |
Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Private area at Côte Brasserie Richmond, rated 5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Côte Brasserie Richmond is a French brasserie from the Côte chain serving classic Parisian brasserie dishes in a classically styled dining room. Venue highlights: The dining room combines banquette seating and freestanding...
Downstairs at Megan's at the Old Town Hall Restaurant - event space for 60 guests
Venue said: Downstairs is a private event space in a restaurant, arranged as an intimate dining room beneath an exposed services ceiling. Design: Downstairs has an eclectic restaurant interior, combining exposed ceiling services, patterned...
Bones and Honey Lounge at So Bar Richmond, rated 5/5 - lounge for 45 guests
Venue said: What sets it apart: A bring-your-own-DJ policy combined with an on-site PA allows hirers to run self-managed music for parties and receptions.
Cheap wedding reception venues in Richmond start from £200 hire fee per event or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
The Loft - Private Room at No.1 Duke Street, from £200 hire fee per event
(up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: This private space operates on a minimum spend that is dependent on the date and time and is accompanied by a 12.5% service charge.
The Garden at The Greyhound Kew, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 70 guests seated)
The Russell Suite at Pembroke Lodge, from £350 hire fee per event
(up to 100 guests seated)
Venue said: This venue can accommodate 70 guests for reception and ceremony and 100 visitors for an evening party. A neutral interior of The Russell Suite makes it versatile for different styles of wedding celebrations.
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