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Entire Venue at Tunnels Beaches

Event Venue
·
Whole venue
Bath Place, Ilfracombe, EX34 8AN –
Ilfracombe
Up to 120
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Tunnels Beaches is a historic coastal event venue defined by expansive ocean outlooks and a strong coastal character.

Design: Interiors pair Victorian stone and terraced masonry with contemporary glass-fronted event rooms. Layered platforms, a small gazebo and paved outdoor areas create distinct indoor and outdoor zones.

Features: A three-level layout includes glass-fronted rooms plus multiple paved terraces and outdoor platforms for flexible circulation. On-site accommodation is available across separate houses and the venue provides event coordination and catering. Technical amenities include Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, a PA system, allowance for external DJs and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Small to medium groups are best suited to a polished, primarily seated layout that can open onto terraces for a relaxed, social reception.

What sets it apart: A hand-carved network of 1820s tunnels provides exclusive access down to sheltered bathing areas and a tidal pool.

What guests say: The venue provides attentive, well‑organised event coordination and responsive on-site staff. The accommodation is immaculate, spacious and well equipped for group stays.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £5000 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £6500 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £6500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £7750 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £7750 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 2:00
from £6250 hire fee
Per session
12:00 – 2:00
from £6250 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 160
  • Dining
    up to 120

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Paid parking is available on-site (35 spaces)
  • Live Band Facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple and guests
  • Pets Welcome
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • 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

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

CANCELLATION TIME:
Within 12 months of your Wedding date – 100% of current statement balance payable.
Within 9 months of your Wedding date – as above plus £2000 cancellation fee.


-Children up to 3 years old free of charge
-Due to food hygiene regulations, we are not allowed to let customers take leftover food home.
-Fireworks and paper lanterns are not allowed.
-The £2500 booking and administration fee is strictly non-refundable in any circumstances.
-Cancellations must be made in writing.

About Tunnels Beaches

Tunnels Beaches is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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