Top Event Venues in Dorset
Planning a seaside wedding near Bournemouth, a corporate retreat in the Purbeck Hills, or a private party by Poole Harbour? Dorset’s event venues cover everything from grand manor houses and coastal hotels to modern halls and standout local spaces, making it easy to match the venue to your event. Tagvenue offers the best Dorset event venues into one place, so you can compare options quickly and book directly with venue managers—simple, efficient, and no back and forth.
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from £400
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
220200Marsham Court HotelBournemouth, DorsetLarge south facing event space with views over the sea. Access to outdoor terrace overlooking the swimming pool and sea beyond. The Ballroom has its own bar and can also be used in conjunction with the Den function room for -
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
200300Dylans Kitchen & BarDorsetDylan's Kitchen & Bar is a funky event space and eatery that is based between Bournemouth and Poole on the University Campus. It's a great space available for private parties at weekends (& weekdays out of University term -
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Room
35The Bridge HouseDorsetLLisa G.
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from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
3560Branksome CrafthouseBournemouth, DorsetRear function room perfect for functions up to 60 people. Access to own bar and own music! This private area is also ideal for meetings and corporate days, unlimited teas and coffees available as well as lunch and buffet -
from £200
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Bit On The Side
8080Marsham Court HotelBournemouth, DorsetWe offer a choice of 9 individual meeting and event spaces. Our conference and banquet suites can accommodate any size from 2 to 280 guests and feature air conditioning, A/V equipment, free Wi-Fi, catering, and event planning -
from £200
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Room
2840VicoloBournemouth, DorsetVicolo offers a versatile event setting, made for intimate gatherings, celebrations, or corporate functions, where you can enjoy the use of a private dedicated space for your events. -
from £28
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200250The Noisy LobsterDorsetFor larger occasions, the whole venue is available to hire. Perfect for all-day celebrations and events. Kick things off with a drinks reception in our bar, then sit down for an incredible bespoke feast in our restaurant, -
from £15
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityToad Hall
3540Charlton Down Village HallDorsetToad Hall is a large airy room with two separate entrances and a divider screen to enable a separate meeting to take place apart from the main meeting. -
from £42
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Writers' Room
10Patch BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetPatch is your neighbourhood space to work, discover, and meet. Located on the first floor of the iconic Bobby’s building, Patch is home to a suite of work and event spaces for the Bournemouth and wider Dorset community to -
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe B Hive
12Patch BournemouthBournemouth, DorsetLocated on the first floor of the iconic Bobby’s building, Patch is home to a suite of work and event spaces for the Bournemouth and wider Dorset community to enjoy. -
from £500
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Plantation
280280Marsham Court HotelBournemouth, DorsetCentrally located Meeting and Event space in Bournemouth, Dorset with excellent transport links - under 2 hours direct train from London Waterloo, and only 15 minutes drive from Bournemouth International Airport. -
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Function Space with Bar
50100Branksome CrafthouseBournemouth, DorsetFits up to 50 people seated and 100 standing and has it's own private bar, perfect for big evening functions and celebrations, wakes, wedding receptions.
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