Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Oldham

Prices of wedding reception venues average £1500 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 Oldham, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:

• The Drawing Room at Elizabeth Gaskell's House in Ardwick - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Great central Manchester location. Perfect for our wedding party of 35.’

• The Lodge at Deaf Institute in Manchester - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Loved the chill vibes and made our wedding day perfect :)...’

• Wedding reception at Manchester Art Gallery in Chinatown - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The support from the events manager was excellent. The communication was excellent from the moment of enquiry.’

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 Oldham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central Oldham, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Ballroom at Billingtons on 3 Ascroft Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Billingtons is a beautifully characterful restored ballroom and events space in the heart of Oldham, offering a warm, welcoming setting for a wide range of occasions.
• Event Venue at The Cotton Rooms on 3 Rock Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The Cotton Rooms is a versatile space that provides a private and welcoming setting for creating memorable events.
• Wernath Suite at Werneth Suite Banqueting & Conference Hall on 79 Manchester Road - 1.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The suite's defining quality is an open, column-supported floor that adapts to formal dining layouts and central reception areas. Design: The space is finished in neutral tones with white walls, a dark carpet and round dining...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

• Directors Room at Kimpton Clocktower Manchester, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 100 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The space combines historic character with contemporary interior details and presents as stylish, well maintained and characterful.

• The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer, rated 5/5 - pub for 80 guests
  Venue said: The Wayfarer is a private room in a pub with a low‑ceilinged, wood‑panelled interior that creates an intimate, focused setting. Design: The room arranges leather banquettes and small marble‑top tables along parquet flooring...

• The Terrace at The Lawn Club, rated 4.1/5 - terrace for 60 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The terrace maintains a lively atmosphere and attentive staff presence even when the venue is busy.

• Side Space at Side Street, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests seated)
  Venue said: Side Space is an Event Space in Side Street and it provides a step-free guest entrance for straightforward access. Design: The space pairs a black-and-white chequerboard floor with low lounge chairs, a long upholstered banquette...

• Hall at St Ann's Social Centre, from £30 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated)
  Venue said: A large open space that can accommodate up to 250 standing and 200 seated. Tables & seating are available and all room layout options are available including theatre and banquet style with the optional use of a large performance...

• The Dome at The Dome, from £500 hire fee per day (up to 150 guests seated)
  Venue said: Situated in Spinningfields, Manchester, The Dome is Manchester’s first rooftop dome venue and one of the most unique spaces in the venue hire market.