Birthday Party
Typically for 55-80 guests and costs about £300.
"The venue was great, it had its own bar for the upstairs room and own toilets."
- Alanna M. May 2026
Upstairs Private Event Space at The Actress & Bishop
Event Space in a Bar
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Private space
100 reviews
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36 Ludgate Hill, Birmingham, B3 1EH
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Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
About this space
Upstairs Private Event Space is a private room in The Actress & Bishop that sits above the main bar and provides a self-contained area separated from the public space.
Design: The room features exposed brick and dark wood panelling, low ceilings and warm, low-level lighting. Round linen-covered tables and padded chairs create a compact, dining-focused layout.
Features: The space includes Wi‑Fi, natural daylight and air conditioning. The room is furnished with linen-covered tables and padded chairs that can be rearranged for seated meals or a mingling layout.
Ideal for: The space suits groups seeking a quiet, self-contained room for relaxed seated meals or informal standing receptions.
What sets it apart: An in-room PA and speaker system allows hosts to play their own music during an event.
What guests say: The space is welcoming and relaxed and retains a characterful pub atmosphere. The space benefits from friendly, professional bar staff and regular live music.
Usually booked for
Offers and packages
Menus
Event offer
Christmas Party Offers
£200 hire fee
Book your christmas celebration with us and let the festivities begin at the actress & bishop. merry christmas!
Jingle and Mingle
£49.95
per person
* 3-course festive meal
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
Festive Drinks Package
£69.95
per person
Everything in our Jingle & Mingle Corporate Christmas Package:
* 3-course festive meal
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
+
A glass of Prosecco on arrival
Half a bottle of house wine per person served with the meal
Tea, coffee and mince pies
* 3-course festive meal
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
+
A glass of Prosecco on arrival
Half a bottle of house wine per person served with the meal
Tea, coffee and mince pies
Premium Free-Flow Drinks Package
£99.95
per person
Everything in our Jingle & Mingle Corporate Christmas Package:
* 3-course festive meal
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
+
Unlimited selected house wine, draught lager, cider, single house spirits with mixers and soft drinks throughout your event.
Tea, coffee and mince pies
* 3-course festive meal
* Arrival Prosecco
* Tea/coffee & mince pies
* Christmas crackers and table decorations
* DJ for the evening
* Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
+
Unlimited selected house wine, draught lager, cider, single house spirits with mixers and soft drinks throughout your event.
Tea, coffee and mince pies
Prices
Monday
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Tuesday
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Wednesday
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Thursday
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Friday
9:00 –
2:00
from
£300
hire fee
Per session
9:00 –
2:00
from
£300
hire fee
Saturday
9:00 –
2:00
from
£300
hire fee
Per session
9:00 –
2:00
from
£300
hire fee
Sunday
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
8:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 4 weeks ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 3 verified users
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
The remaining balance is to be cleared no later than 14 days prior to the event.
Capacity
Standing
up to 120
Dining
up to 70
Theatre
up to 90
Cabaret
up to 70
Catering and drinks
In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Play your own music
Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions
Accessibility
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Promoted and ticketed events
Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available
Age policy
Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00
Host rules
Unfortunately no under 18's allowed on the premises past 8pm.
Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day
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Reviews and ratings
(100 reviews and ratings - )
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
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Lula T.
Verified review
Bar · 50 guests
· January 2026
Great space, full sound system, friendly staff, easy communication with venue regarding the event. No complaints whatsoever. Had a great night!!
Submitted 7 months ago
5.0
AM
Alanna M.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 60 guests
· May 2026
The venue was great, it had its own bar for the upstairs room and own toilets. The staff were amazing, the sound system was great and my guests and I had the most amazing night. We were able to set up the party in the day and the staff we incredibly helpful in this process.
Submitted 4 months ago
5.0
CC
Cait C.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 80 guests
· November 2025
The venue and staff were absolutely fantastic - really flexible, polite, and organised. The event and catering was a great success and all are attendees enjoyed themselves. A warm and welcoming venue and staff where everyone was able to have a good time and relax. Thank you Actress & Bishop!
Submitted 10 months ago
5.0
JW
Joanna W.
Verified review
Exhibition · 90 guests
· October 2025
Fantastic venue, the staff were incredibly helpful and the set up was amazing. The guy who did the lighting and sound was brilliant and sorted out everything we needed.
The WIFI wasn't great but we worked out a solution.
Submitted 11 months ago
5.0
FAQ
No, external DJs are not permitted; only in-house DJs are allowed.
Yes, background music and screens can be provided, and the room can be set up in a cabaret style.
Yes, clients can liaise with the DJs directly about playlists and genres.
The maximum number seated would be 60. A sit-down option is available, but the maximum number for this is 45.
The only time you will hear any noise from the main bar is if you want the upstairs area completely quiet.
About The Actress & Bishop
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