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Upstairs Private Event Space at The Actress & Bishop

Event Space in a Bar
·
Private space
36 Ludgate Hill, Birmingham, B3 1EH –
Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
Up to 90
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

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

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

Stand-up Comedy

Typically for 85-100 guests and costs about £200.

"Everything felt functional, comfortable, and well thought out. Honestly, it’s a brilliant venue."

- John C. Oct 2025

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Christmas menu

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

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

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

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 2:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £300 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 2:00
from £300 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 2:00
from £300 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 2:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 3 verified users

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

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Whiteboard
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
  • Air conditioner
  • Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Video equipment
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Private Facilities
  • PA Hire
  • Risen stage
  • Big Screen, Projector and TV
  • Late Bar
  • Technical support included
  • Outside decking area
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

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 Notices (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

(99 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

LT
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!!

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.

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!

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.

5.0

FAQ

No, external DJs are not permitted; only in-house DJs are allowed.

Yes, clients can liaise with the DJs directly about playlists and genres.

Yes, background music and screens can be provided, and the room can be set up in a cabaret style.

Yes, the room can be accessed before the event for decorating.

About The Actress & Bishop

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