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Top Reception Venues in York
If fairy tales had postcodes, York would be top of the list. Your wedding party deserves everything: candlelit banquets in centuries-old halls, riverside pubs with space for a ceilidh, or chic converted warehouses near Fossgate ready for dinner and dancing. York’s wedding reception venues match every style. Plus, your guests won’t mind an excuse to explore the Minster, stroll the city walls, or grab a slice of cake on Bishopthorpe Road. Planning the big day? Start right here and let Tagvenue help you find the perfect spot for the party.
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![Church at National Centre for Early Music in York City Centre]()
from £450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityChurch
180 guestsNational Centre for Early MusicYork City CentreThe Church is a flexible space and can be arranged in different ways to suit your needs. It has plenty of natural light, it is a warm space, soundproof and fully accessible. -
![Main Barn at Woodstock Weddings and Events in Near York]()
from £6495
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Barn
270 guestsWoodstock Weddings and EventsNear YorkWoodstock Weddings and Events is a rustic and elegant countryside wedding and events venue just 12 minutes from York city centre, offering the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and modern luxury. -
![Exclusive Use at Priory Barn & Cottages in Near York]()
from £11570
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
150 guestsPriory Barn & CottagesNear YorkIf you hire Priory Barn and Cottages for your wedding, you will enjoy exclusive yours of the venue from the day before the event. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration in the Barn with 60 guests or a large reception -
![The Great Hall and Undercroft at Merchant Adventurers’ Hall in York City Centre]()
from £1350
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Great Hall and Undercroft
180 guestsMerchant Adventurers’ HallYork City CentreThe Great Hall is a stunning location, featuring atmospheric candlelight, flowers and chairs with navy blue coverings. The Walled Garden is located next to the River Foss, a picturesque location that is ideal for exploring -
![The Hospitium Venue at Hospitium in York City Centre]()
from £240
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Hospitium Venue
150 guestsHospitiumYork City CentreThe 14th century Hospitium is a two-story listed building set within the beautiful York Museum Gardens in York city center, overlooked by the striking ruins of the Grade 1 listed St. -
![Wonderbar at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York in York City Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWonderbar
70 guestsImpossible Wonderbar & Tea Room YorkYork City CentreWonderbar is the perfect venue for larger events and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Our Wonderbar is an opportunity for your imagination to unfold into a bespoke event. -
![Full Venue Hire at Hornington Manor in Near York]()
from £9995
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
150 guestsHornington ManorNear YorkEnjoy exclusive use of Hornington Manor and the grounds for a celebration with your friends and family. Sleeping up to 60 guests across 19 luxury, en-suite bedrooms and 16 guests in 8 individually themed Shepherd's Huts, -
![Exclusive Use at Woolas Barn in Near York]()
from £7000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
130 guestsWoolas BarnNear YorkWith authentic barn doors and a stunning double-height ceiling entrance, this is the social hub of the venue. Featuring a rustic bar, reception area and most importantly space to strut your stuff when the music starts. -
![Full Venue Hire at Slug and Lettuce York in York City Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
135 guestsSlug and Lettuce YorkYork City CentreYour daytime hangout for coffee and bites, and by night, it’s the ultimate cocktail bar and dance spot, all set off with killer lighting! The venue has lots of natural daylight as it's surrounded with windows for walls on -
![Entire Venue at Bombay Spice in York City Centre]()
from £27
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsBombay SpiceYork City CentreAn entire restaurant set across two floors, ideal for large celebrations, wedding parties, corporate functions, and private events. With two upstairs dining rooms and a downstairs bar, it works perfectly for both drinks receptions -
![Crown at The Milner York Hotel in York]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityCrown
85 guestsThe Milner York HotelYorkCrown Room is a first-floor event space with views across the gardens towards York Minster. Accommodating up to 85 guests, the room combines high ceilings, large windows, ornate wall panelling, and crystal chandeliers, with -
![Wedgewood at The Milner York Hotel in York]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityWedgewood
85 guestsThe Milner York HotelYorkLocated on the first floor, Wedgewood Room accommodates up to 85 guests and overlooks the gardens towards York Minster. The room features high ceilings, period details, natural daylight, and a dedicated breakout and refreshment
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Function Room
40
60
Slug & Lettuce, York Riverside
York City Centre
Whether it’s a birthday bash, baby shower, or office night out, we’ve got the perfect spot to make it special. From cosy booths to your very own private party room, we’ll help you set the scene.
from £99
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The Chefchaouen Room
30
45
The Marrakesh York
York City Centre
Perfect for small parties, private lunches, and exclusive dinners, this serene space accommodates up to 30 guests and offers an ideal setting for birthdays, celebrations, business gatherings, or simply a special meal with
from £25
per person / per session
per person / per session
Right Side Area
18
18
Batanga Mexican
York City Centre
A Mexican-themed space featuring a red interior with distinctive wall pieces and a warm setting. It accommodates up to 18 guests and is ideal for lively functions, dining parties, milestone celebrations, and after-work outings.
from £35
per person / per day
per person / per day
Ebor
60
60
The Milner York Hotel
York
Ebor Room is a ground-floor meeting and dining room for up to 60 guests, overlooking the lawns and historic city walls. Natural daylight, contemporary interiors, and statement lighting make it suitable for private dining,
from £500
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
The Clubroom
60
200
Revolution York
York City Centre
The Clubroom is a spacious private room overlooking the river with a capacity of up to 200 people. This space is perfect for larger company events, private parties & other special occasions.
from £500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
River Room
120
250
Yates York
York City Centre
We have a fantastic function area available for private-hire which can be used as an event space to celebrate any occasion that you wish! With a variety of amenities on offer alongside our brilliant drink packages available,
FAQs about Top Reception Venues in York
Prices of wedding reception venues average £35 per person. 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 York, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From £27 | to £36 | per person |
| From £500 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £1350 | to £11570 | hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central York, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Bombay Spice
on 58 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: With two upstairs dining rooms and a downstairs bar, it works perfectly for both drinks receptions and seated dinners. The space is air-conditioned and decorated with floral arrangements. -
Event Space at 22 Yards Wine Bar
on 21 High Petergate - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: This is a beautiful space set in a Georgian building directly opposite the stunning York Minster, in the centre of York. We are a 42-cover wine bar offering 75+ wines by the glass, beers, cocktails, and a full menu of delicious... -
Wonderbar at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York
on 3 Saint Helen’s Square - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Impossible Wonderbar and TeaRooms York is the latest modern addition to iconic StHelen’s square within the heart of York’s buzzing shopping and hospitality scene.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 40 guests |
| Barn | prices average £9995 hire fee per day | typically between 160 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 200 guests |
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