Wedding Reception Venues for Hire 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:

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

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central York, available to book on Tagvenue:

• 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.
• Upstairs Area at Royal Oak on 18 Goodramgate - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: What guests say: Visitors often mention the comfortable setting, friendly team and easygoing feel of the space.
• Wonderbar at Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York on 3 Saint Helen’s Square - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Wonderbar is an Event Space in Impossible Wonderbar & Tea Room York. The room's most distinctive quality is its ornate ballroom‑style plaster ceiling.

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

Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in York, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Andrews Drawing Room at York Pavilion Hotel - dining room for 35 guests
  Venue said: What sets it apart: A decorative fireplace gives the room a strong period focal point and adds architectural character to the dining setting.

• Private Dining Area at Arras - dining room for 12 guests
  Venue said: The private dining area at Arras is tucked away but still open and bright. The same bold artwork from the main room carries through here. The setup can shift for the group, sometimes one long table, other times a few smaller...

• Right Side Area at Batanga Mexican - event space for 18 guests
  Venue said: The room is filled with natural light during the day and transitions to warm string lighting with a chandelier in the evening, creating a cosy atmosphere.

Cheap wedding reception venues in York start from £500 minimum spend per event or £2150 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Clubroom at Revolution York, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Clubroom also offers natural light, step-free access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Groups seeking a lively, informal standing reception or a music-led social with space for a DJ and dancing.

• Main Hall at The Guildhall York, from £2154 hire fee per day (up to 200 guests seated)
  Venue said: Main Hall is a Hall in The Guildhall York defined by its long civic interior and formal, ceremonial proportions. Design: The hall has high stone walls, tall arched stained-glass windows and heavy carved wooden columns that...

• Top Floor at Eagle & Child, from £16 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
  Venue said: Best for: Intimate wedding receptions, private dining and casual corporate socials. Location: High Petergate sits in York's historic centre next to York Minster and places guests within easy reach of surrounding restaurants,