A function room in a pub with a disco ball and patterned tin ceiling at Thomas 'A' Becket.
An event space in a pub with eclectic seating, patterned chairs, round tables, large windows, and a disco ball at Thomas 'A' Becket.
A function room in a pub with a green wooden bar, patterned tile floor, bar stools, and hanging glassware at Thomas 'A' Becket.
An event space in a pub with a long wooden table set with festive centerpieces and glassware at Thomas 'A' Becket.

The Upstairs at Thomas 'A' Becket

Function Room in a Pub
·
Private space
52 Saint James' Road, Northampton, NN5 5HY –
St. James, Northampton
Up to 70
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Upstairs is a Function Room in Thomas 'A' Becket and an upstairs private dining and social space centred on a long communal wooden table.

Design: The room has warm timber surfaces, mixed upholstered and wooden seating, pendant lighting and patterned wallcovering. The space receives natural daylight through upper‑level windows and feels compact and focused around the central table.

Features: The room provides Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The layout includes movable seating and multiple power outlets. Dinnerware, glassware and stemware are set on the table and can be rearranged to suit sit‑down meals or a standing reception.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed communal dining experience that can move into informal socialising; suitable for intimate seated meals and casual social gatherings.

What sets it apart: A cleared dance area with a built-in PA system that allows guests to bring a DJ or play their own music.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 70
Boardroom
up to 25
Cabaret
up to 30
U-Shaped
up to 20
Classroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
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 Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
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
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Free parking is available on-site (12 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Bar
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Photo equipment
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 Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
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
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
EA
Eniola A.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 50 guests · June 2026
Helpful and friendly staff. The space was private.
4.6
SK
Sam K.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
EA
Eniola A.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0
NS
Nick S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

No, you can have a DJ, and the venue has a list of recommendations it can provide.

Yes, guests can play their own music by plugging in, or have a DJ; a list of recommendations is available.

Yes, the venue has a list of DJ recommendations it can provide.

Yes, background music can be played for you, or you can bring your own.

Thomas 'A' Becket is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 98%

About Thomas 'A' Becket

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