The Main Hall at Oxford Town Hall

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Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1BX
Central and South Oxford

About this space

The largest of the five licensed rooms, the magical 19th century Main Hall is the centrepiece of Oxford Town Hall. If you’re dreaming of a lavish celebration, this is the place to make those dreams come to life.

The Main Hall has the capacity to host up to 300 guests for a seated meal and up to 500 guests for the ceremony and reception. With its spectacular domed ceiling and beautifully ornamented balconies that overlook the glorious Father Willis organ set in the centre of the stage, this extraordinary room creates a unique backdrop for your special day.


Event offers and packages

Wedding Offers

Civil Ceremony
£780 total

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.
Dining & Receptions: £330/hour
Civil Ceremonies: £1,100
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Dining
up to 300
Theatre
up to 742

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
Approved caterers only
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Balcony with additional space
Organ
Live band
Bridal Changing Facilities
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building


Set in the heart of the historic city of Oxford, Oxford Town Hall is a beautifully preserved Grade II* listed building, opened in 1897 by HRH Edward VII. The seat of Oxford City Council and home to the Museum of Oxford, the Town Hall also serves the city and its inhabitants by offering unusual and flexible function spaces for events. This magnificent wedding venue boasts original Victorian features and offers five unique rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, that are available for your exclusive use. The dedicated Sales & Events team will help you plan your special day down to every detail, recommend local caterers and suppliers and provide a bespoke service that answers all your needs.

Located on St Aldate’s Street in the centre of Oxford, the venue is easily accessible thanks to excellent transport links. It lies within 56 miles from London, 64 miles from Birmingham and 61 miles from Bristol and can be reached by major motorways. The venue is also close to major bus routes and Oxford rail station is just a stroll away. Oxford is home to many tourist attractions, including famous institutions such as the University of Oxford and the Bodleian Library, numerous museums and galleries, and other historical landmarks.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from £220
hire fee / per hour
from £220
hire fee / per hour
from £75
hire fee / per hour
from £700
hire fee / per session

FAQ

Please contact Oxford Town Hall using the enquiry form to confirm the cancellation and refund policy for your event.

At Oxford Town Hall, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby
At The Main Hall, you can host various events such as Drinks Receptions, Conference / Seminar, Banquet, Corporate Events, Meetings, Performances / Exhibitions, Social Parties, Clubbing / Night Out, Studio / Production, Filming and Photography, Dining, Christmas Parties, Weddings, Drinks and Dining.

Here are the recent pricing details for various rooms at Oxford Town Hall:

  • The Assembly Room hosting 150 guests: £849.60
  • St. Aldate’s Room hosting 4 guests: £180
  • The Court Room hosting 70 guests: £568

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Oxford Town Hall is located at Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s, in the Central and South Oxford district of Oxford.


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