Pool Area & Front Bar at City Arms, Oxford

Function Room in a Pub
·
Private space
288 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UR –
St. Mary's, Oxford
Up to 51
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Our Pool Area & Front Bar at City Arms, Oxford offers a semi-private, flexible space perfect for smaller gatherings and standing events. With a capacity of up to 100 guests, this area is ideal for casual celebrations, networking events, or group gatherings.

The space features views of 5 TV screens, making it a great choice for watching live sports or enhancing your event with multimedia presentations. Available for hire on selected days during the week, it provides a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere for your guests to enjoy.

Whether you're hosting a semi-private party or a corporate mixer, our Pool Room & Front Bar offers a stylish and comfortable setting. Contact us today to reserve your date and create an unforgettable event!

Event offers and packages

Hen Party Offers

ONE FINAL HOORAH BEFORE THE BIG DAY? PLANNING A STAG OR HEN DO? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. Here at Social Pub & Kitchen we know how to have a good time! Celebrate in style with our party packages

T&C's - You are required to pre order packages 14 days in advance to your booking date, please note - this must be paid in full
THEY SAID YES!
£28 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS AND 6 ALCOPOPS

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

ALCOPOPS: SMIRNOFF ICE, WKD BLUE
GOING TO THE CHAPEL...
£33 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS AND 6 BOTTLES

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

BOTTLES: CORONA, HEINEKEN, ASAHI, PERONI, DESPERADOS, SMIRNOFF ICE, WKD BLUE, HEINEKEN 0.0% 69KCAL 330ML BOTTLE, PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 76KCAL 330ML BOTTLE
LET' S GET BUBBLY
£80 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS, 6 COCKTAILS AND 1 BOTTLE OF PROSECCO

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

COCKTAILS: APEROL SPRITZ, EX ON THE BEACH, RASPBERRY COOLER, PORNSTAR MARTINI, TOMMY’S MARGARITA, ESPRESSO MARTINI, FIRE & PASSION, POSH TOTTY SPRITZ, TWISTING MY MELON

VINUVA PROSECCO
THE LAST HOORAH
£110 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS, 6 COCKTAILS AND 70CL BOTTLE + MIXERS

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

COCKTAILS: APEROL SPRITZ, EX ON THE BEACH, RASPBERRY COOLER, PORNSTAR MARTINI, TOMMY’S MARGARITA, ESPRESSO MARTINI, FIRE & PASSION, POSH TOTTY SPRITZ, TWISTING MY MELON

SPIRIT: SMIRNOFF VODKA, GORDON’S GIN

Birthday Party Offers

It’s Your Birthday! HERE AT Social Pub & Kitchen WE KNOW HOW TO HAVE A GOOD TIME! CELEBRATE IN STYLE WITH OUR PARTY PACKAGES

T&C's - You are required to pre order packages 14 days in advance to your booking date, please note - this must be paid in full
GET THE PARTY STARTED
£28 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS AND 6 ALCOPOPS

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

ALCOPOPS: SMIRNOFF ICE, WKD BLUE
CELEBRATION SIPS
£33 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS AND 6 BOTTLES

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

BOTTLES: CORONA, HEINEKEN, ASAHI, PERONI, DESPERADOS, SMIRNOFF ICE, WKD BLUE, HEINEKEN 0.0% 69KCAL 330ML BOTTLE, PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 76KCAL 330ML BOTTLE
WHAT’S MY AGE AGAIN?
£55 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS AND 6 COCKTAILS

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

COCKTAILS: APEROL SPRITZ, EX ON THE BEACH, RASPBERRY COOLER, PORNSTAR MARTINI, TOMMY’S MARGARITA, ESPRESSO MARTINI, FIRE & PASSION, POSH TOTTY SPRITZ, TWISTING MY MELON
THE ULTIMATE BIRTHDAY BASH
£11 total
CHOOSE 6 SHOTS, 6 BOTTLES AND 70CL BOTTLE + MIXERS

SHOTS: BABY GUINNESS, TEQUILA ROSE, SOURZ APPLE, SOURZ CHERRY, SOURZ RASPBERRY, SOURZ PASSIONFRUIT, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY, VIBE BLUE RASPBERRY CREAM, VIBE PINA COLADA, VIBE TROPICAL

BOTTLES: CORONA, HEINEKEN, ASAHI, PERONI, DESPERADOS, HEINEKEN 0.0% 69KCAL 330ML BOTTLE, PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 76KCAL 330ML BOTTLE

SPIRIT: SMIRNOFF VODKA, GORDON’S GIN

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £300–£600 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £300–£600 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £300 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 16:30
from £1100 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £1100 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 16:30
from £600 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 51

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
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
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

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

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 19:00

Host rules

No vaping or smoking inside venue
People under 18 are not allowed to enter.

About City Arms, Oxford

City Arms, Oxford is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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