A restaurant dining room with wooden tables, leather chairs, red curtains, exposed brick walls, framed artwork, and warm pendant lighting at Head of the River.
A restaurant dining room with brick walls, red curtains, candlelit tables, dark wood chairs, floral centerpieces and tall windows at Head of the River.
A long dining room with brick walls, red curtains, framed artwork, and tables set with glassware, plates, candles, and blue water bottles at Head of the River.
A dining room with a long table set with white linens, blue glassware and place settings, framed by exposed brick walls and red curtains at Head of the River.

Riverside Restaurant at Head of the River

Dining Room in a Pub
·
Semi-private area
The Head of the River, Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, OX1 4LB –
Oxford City Centre
Up to 35
seats
Up to 35
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Riverside Restaurant is a semi-private dining room within the Head of the River restaurant. Its traditional interior creates a polished setting for hosted meals.

Design: Exposed brick, dark timber furniture and polished flooring create a classic restaurant interior. Deep red drapes, framed artwork and warm pendant lighting add colour and visual structure.

Features: Wi-Fi supports connected hosting. A PA system provides sound for announcements or background audio. Natural light reaches the dining area, while step-free access, wheelchair access and accessible toilets support inclusive use.

Ideal for: The room suits small groups seeking a polished, seated gathering in a traditional restaurant setting.

What sets it apart: Tall windows frame direct river views, giving the dining area a changing waterside outlook during the meal.

Prices

Monday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 35
Dining
up to 35
Boardroom
up to 28

Catering and drinks

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

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

• Private hire and events must be agreed and confirmed in advance with the venue
• The space must be left in a clean and tidy condition after the event
• All food and drinks must be provided by the venue; external catering is not permitted
• Decorations are welcome but must be agreed with the venue in advance. No confetti, glitter or items that may damage the space are permitted
• Guests must respect the venue, staff and other customers at all times
• Music and entertainment must be approved by the venue and kept at an appropriate volume
• The venue operates a responsible alcohol service policy, and guests must comply with all licensing requirements
• Final guest numbers and event arrangements must be confirmed with the venue in advance
• The venue reserves the right to refuse service or end an event where these rules are not followed

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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About Head of the River

Head of the River is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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