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Full Venue Hire at The Shipmans

Pub
·
Whole venue
12 Drapery, Northampton, NN1 2HG –
Northampton Town Centre
Up to 50
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Looking for exclusive event venue hire in Northampton town centre? Shipmans is a top choice for private parties, corporate events, and celebrations, offering full use of Northampton’s oldest trading pub for a unique and memorable experience.

Centrally located, Shipmans can host up to 100 guests and is perfect for anyone searching for a party venue in Northampton town centre. The full venue includes The Drapery and The Drum Room upstairs, plus a contemporary downstairs cocktail bar—providing multiple spaces to entertain, socialise, and dance the night away.

Newly refurbished in 2021, this historic Northampton pub blends original character with modern style, making it a standout option for unique event venues in Northamptonshire. Whether you’re planning an energetic party or an intimate gathering, Shipmans delivers a flexible, stylish, and lively atmosphere.

Features included for your event:

* Karaoke for private parties
* Disco lighting and dancefloor
* Option to play your own music or host live entertainment
* Multiple rooms with adaptable layouts
* Fully stocked cocktail bar

For a central Northampton venue for hire with heritage, style, and a vibrant party vibe, Shipmans provides an exceptional setting for your next celebration.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Day delegate package - £35pp - choice of room hire, breakfast, refreshments, lunch.
Wedding package - £49.95pp - full venue hire, arrival drinks, champagne for couple, 2 course dinner, wine, water, linen
3 course dinner - £38pp - tailor built menu for event
Buffet - £18pp - choice of 5 items from buffet menu with chips, salad and coleslaw

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 16
U-Shaped
up to 16
Classroom
up to 32

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Dance floor
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Karaoke
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
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
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge
Under 18's allowed only up until 9pm

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

About The Shipmans

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

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The Drum Room at
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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Daniella Murray
Member of Tagvenue since December 2025
3h Response time
90% Response rate

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