Usually booked for
40th Birthday Party
Typically for 35-55 guests and costs about £1,000.
"A really nice space and we comfortably got 65 people in and a buffet (which was also really nice."
- Katy S. Sep 2026
The Royal
Pub
#6 of 168 Pub venues in Birmingham
#4 of 134 Minimum Spend venues in Birmingham
16 reviews
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53 Church Street, Birmingham, B3 2DP
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Birmingham City Centre
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Spaces for hire at The Royal
The Prince Albert Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
55 seats
70 standing
Join us in our upstairs private room, the 'Prince Albert Lounge'. It is a warm and cosy space that feels like a 'proper pub' with a twist.
This space is newly decorated and lends itself to lots of different event types, from birthday parties, corporate meetings, seated meals, Christmas parties, networking events and many more.
You can comfortab...
Alcohol licence
until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Downstairs
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
30 standing
This is a fantastic space that can be cordoned off and used for a group of up to 25 guests. A great space for after work drinks, a birthday celebration, a reunion or a buffet and drinks.
This semi private area gives you use of our iconic blue bar - where you'll be well looked after! Compliment your booking with welcome drinks, a buffet or take ad...
Alcohol licence
until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £100 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Full Venue Hire
Pub
·
Whole venue
180 standing
Join us at the Royal for a full venue hire!
The Royal is a warm and cosy venue that feels like a 'proper pub' with a twist. We have been newly refurbished. The venue lends itself to lots of different event types, from birthday parties, corporate meetings, seated meals, Christmas parties, networking events and many more.
You can comfortably host ...
Alcohol licence
until 0:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Enquire now
Event offers
Christmas Party Offers
Festive Buffet Menu – Full Venue Hire – Full Venue Hire
£17.95 per person
• Festive buffet menu for groups
• Vegetarian buffet option available
BUFFET MENU
1. Pigs in blankets
2. Crispy sage & onion potatoes (V)
3. Sausage rolls
4. Guinness BBQ chicken yorkies*
5. Cheesy festive loaded skins (V)
6. Steak and ale pies*
7. Halloumi fries (V)
8. Salt & pepper chicken wings
Reviews and ratings
4.6
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
5 recent guests highly rated service quality
Amenities
4.6
Cleanliness
4.4
Location
4.2
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
4.3
Communication
4.8
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KS
Katy S.
Verified review
40th Birthday Party · 60 guests
· August 2026
· The Prince Albert Lounge
This venue was fantastic for my 40th birthday. A really nice space and we comfortably got 65 people in and a buffet (which was also really nice. Still have guests mentioning how good it was now!)
The staff were also amazing. Nothing was too much trouble, they helped answer all my questions while planning, helped sort decorating and IT (sound system) on the day and made sure everything was ready as we had discussed for smooth flowing of the party!
It all went so smoothly and that is in large part to the team at the venue!
Id highly recommend this space for any party you may be organising!
Nothing. I couldn't fault it!
Submitted 2 weeks ago
4.6
KW
Kiera W.
Verified review
Pub · 20 guests
· April 2026
· The Prince Albert Lounge
All drinks were ready in the room for our arrival and presented nicely
the room private room we booked for our business meeting backed on the noisy kitchen
Submitted 4 months ago
4.0
CG
Colleen G.
Verified review
Meeting · 50 guests
· March 2026
· The Prince Albert Lounge
Private space - lots of natural light. Very versatile, we did meetings then networking drinks then a dinner all in the same room. Staff was very attentive and helpful throughout the whole process.
Some occasional noise from the kitchen, but it would only for a short while closer to 5pm
Submitted 6 months ago
4.7
TK
Tolu K.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
Submitted 2 months ago
4.0
Prices and opening hours
Monday
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£3000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
23:00
from
£500
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
23:00
from
£3000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£150
min. spend
Tuesday
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£3000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
23:00
from
£500
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
23:00
from
£3000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£150
min. spend
Wednesday
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£3000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
23:00
from
£500
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
23:00
from
£3000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
23:00
from
£100–£150
min. spend
Thursday
11:00 –
0:00
from
£200–£4000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
23:00
from
£800
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
0:00
from
£4000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
23:00
from
£200
min. spend
Friday
11:00 –
0:00
from
£200–£2000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
0:00
from
£600
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
23:00
from
£2000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
0:00
from
£200–£250
min. spend
Saturday
11:00 –
0:00
from
£200–£5000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
18:00 –
0:00
from
£800
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
0:00
from
£5000
min. spend
Downstairs
11:00 –
0:00
from
£200–£250
min. spend
Sunday
17:00 –
23:00
from
£500–£3000
min. spend
The Prince Albert Lounge
17:00 –
22:00
from
£500
min. spend
Full Venue Hire
18:00 –
23:00
from
£3000
min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago
Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.
Facilities and catering options
Up to 180
standing
Up to 55
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol
About The Royal
The Royal is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
The Royal is an ornate, wood‑panelled pub serving real ales and a British menu, set around period stained glass and a traditional bar.
Venue highlights: An ornate, wood‑panelled interior and period stained glass give the venue a traditional character centred on a classic bar. The pub operates a full drinks programme of real ales, wines and cocktails and provides outdoor seating. The venue offers in‑house catering and extensive vegan and gluten‑free menu options for private hires.
Best for: Private dining and group lunches; After‑work drinks and informal celebrations; Small private functions and club meetings.
Location: Church Street sits amid a cluster of shops, pubs and restaurants, giving guests straightforward options for pre‑ or post‑event meals and late‑night drinks.
What guests say: The service is friendly, attentive and well organised for private and group bookings. The upstairs dining room is a suitably sized private area for functions.
FAQ
No, external catering is not allowed.
Yes, the semi-private area includes use of the bar and drinks are available, including welcome drinks and drinks packages.
No, there are no room hire fees or additional costs. You would be more than welcome to bring your own cake to cut.
Yes. The lounge has two screens suitable for viewing live sports.
Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.
Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.
Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.
At The Royal, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Royal:
- The Prince Albert Lounge hosting 12 guests: £200
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
The Royal is located at 53 Church Street, in Birmingham City Centre.
Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:
- Katy S. rated it 4.6/5 stars
'This venue was fantastic for my 40th birthday. A really nice space and we comfortably got 65 people in and a buffet (which was also really nice. Still have guests mentioning how good it was now!) The staff were also amazing. Nothing was too much trouble, they helped answer all my questions while planning, helped sort decorating and IT (sound system) on the day and made sure everything was ready as we had discussed for smooth flowing of the party! It all went so smoothly and that is in large part to the team at the venue! Id highly recommend this space for any party you may be organising!'
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