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The Distillery

Bar

#1 of 138 Function Room venues in Birmingham
#1 of 210 40th Birthday Party venues in Birmingham
  64 reviews  – 
4 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, B16 4AE –
Ladywood, Birmingham
From £10
per person
Up to 100
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Canalside bar in Birmingham featuring its own gin distillery, a large beer garden, and a relaxed pub atmosphere. Ideal for lively parties with access to a dance floor, PA system, and bring-your-own-DJ options.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Distillery

Gin Parlour at The Distillery

Gin Parlour
Function Room
·
Private space
40 seats
70 standing
The Gin Parlour is a Function Room in The Distillery and an intimate upstairs private room noted for its retained original building details. Design: The room displays exposed brickwork, painted timber panelling and dark wooden floors beneath a high, beamed ceiling; tall windows and a mix of pendant and festoon lighting deliver natural light and a ...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £250 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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Gin Terrace at The Distillery

Gin Terrace
Event Space
·
Private space
70 seats
120 standing
Our First Floor bar area, The Gin Terrace holds up to 100 guests, with relaxing chesterfield booth style seating across the area and unique features such as our own working Gin Still. The Gin Terrace is a fantastic space from Weddings to parties, sit down meals, quiz evenings or corporate events. Guests can also explore the idea of incorporating a ...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now
The Gin Snug at The Distillery

The Gin Snug
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
30 standing
The Gin Snug can hold up to 30 guests, with relaxing chesterfield booth style seating, chairs, and tables across the area with direct access to our extensive garden and gorgeous canal views. It is a semi-private booth style area that's perfect for smaller celebrations such as drinks parties, relaxed dining or corporate meetings and socials.
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £10 per person
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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The Restaurant at The Distillery

The Restaurant
Dining Room
·
Private space
40 seats
60 standing
The Restaurant is a Dining Room in The Distillery centred on a long wood‑topped bar that runs the length of the room and organises the seating. Design: The interior pairs exposed brick walls and wide timber floorboards beneath a dark‑painted ceiling. The layout uses pendant and track lighting over a mix of freestanding tables and bench seating for...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £10 per person
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now
Outdoor Garden Hire at The Distillery

Outdoor Garden Hire
Garden
·
Semi-private area
100 seats
300 standing
Our stunning outdoor garden is the perfect sun trap, offering a serene and relaxing environment right by the canal. Our outdoor space is an ideal spot for Summer Parties, Networking Events, and Drinks Receptions. Guests can indulge in a delicious BBQ inspired menu and a refreshing cocktail whilst soaking up the summer sunshine!
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas 2/3 Course Menu – Gin Terrace

£37 per person

CHRISTMAS MENU
2 courses £37 | 3 courses £42
(PB) Plant-based | (DIF) Dairy ingredient-free | (GIF) Gluten ingredient-free
STARTERS
Spiced butternut squash soup, crispy madras pumpkin seeds, kaffir lime, coriander oil (PB) (GIF) (DIF)
Potted smoked salmon, caper purèe, cucumber & fennel salad, dill, crème fraîche, toast (GIF upon request)
Chicken liver parfait, spiced apple chutney, cornichons, pickled shallot salad, toast (GIF upon request)
Roasted beetroot & smoked aubergine salad, orange, chickpea croutons, pomegranate, herb dressing (PB) (GIF) (DIF)
MAINS
Roast Norfolk bronze turkey pigs in blankets, bread sauce, cranberry sauce & turkey gravy (DIF & GIF upon request)
8hr red wine braised shoulder of beef red wine sauce (GIF) (DIF upon request)
Mushroom & lentil Wellington vegan gravy (V) (PB) (DIF)
All of the above served with
roast potatoes, sprouts, crushed winter roots & braised red cabbage
—
Roasted Hake fillet crushed winter root vegetables, grilled broccoli, herb butter, tomato & herb dressing (GIF) (DIF upon request)
220g Dry-aged ribeye steak confit garlic, watercress, fries, peppercorn sauce
£10 supplement
PUDDINGS
Traditional Christmas pudding, vanilla custard, brandy butter (V)
Valrhona dark chocolate pot, crème fraîche, honeycomb (V)
Bramley apple crumble tart, caramelised apple, calvados sauce, vanilla ice cream (V)
Plant based passionfruit & mango cheesecake tropical fruit salad, mint, passionfruit gel (V) (PB) (GIF)
We offer a plant based & GIF Christmas pudding to substitute any dessert
FESTIVE EXTRAS
Add a bowl of pigs in blankets £6
Cheese course £8 per person
Mince pies £3.50 per person
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.9
6 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
23 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.9
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.9
Catering
4.9
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

KK
Kayleigh K.
Verified review
Party · 12 guests · January 2026 · The Gin Snug

The staff were amazing and so accommodating! The area was perfect and the food was fantastic! Such a good night’

Nothing!!

5.0
DO
Dom O.
Verified review
Engagement Party · 100 guests · November 2025 · Outdoor Garden Hire

Great venue, very reasonable minimum spend and team were really helpful - definitely recommend!

Nothing

5.0
SR
Samuel R.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 34 guests · August 2026 · Gin Parlour

Great venue, very helpful staff, well organised, great Pizza's. would reccomend to anyone.

Nothing.

5.0
SM
Samantha M.
Verified review
Party · 40 guests · July 2026 · Gin Parlour

The room was the perfect size for our party, the staff were great and looked after us and the food was amazing.

N/A

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 1:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 1:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 1:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £1500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 1:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 1:00
from £250–£2000 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 1:00
from £500–£3000 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £1500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £10 per person
Gin Parlour
12:00 – 0:00
from £250 min. spend
Gin Terrace
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
The Gin Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £10 per person
Outdoor Garden Hire
12:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

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 300
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Distillery

The Distillery is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Birmingham’s most historic Gin Distillery is a stone’s throw away from Brindley Place and Utilita arena, perfectly situated on the canal.

The Distillery, split over two floors, can entertain day to night with a gin bar and private event space on the first floor leading down to the pub and open kitchen dining area on the lower floor.

The expansive garden is the ideal space for a warm summer day. Disabled Access from the canal side.

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 45-70 guests and costs between £450 - £500.

"Fabulous communication from the start. Absolutely excellent room, wonderful food and lovely staff."

- Hayley R. Jul 2026

Usually booked for
50th Birthday Party

Typically for 40-70 guests and costs about £2,700.

"Communication from enquiries to booking was excellent with the team."

- Amrit S. Oct 2025

Usually booked for
Wedding Reception

Typically for 40-60 guests and costs about £4,300.

"Would HIGHLY recommend using this venue for an event."

- Melissa M. Aug 2025

FAQ

Yes. TV screens are available and can be set up for use.

No. The venue cannot accommodate external catering.

Under-18s are welcome in privately hired spaces until the event finish time, provided they are accompanied by an adult and remain in the reserved space for the duration of the event.

The private room is fully equipped with its own bar, private entrance and either an aux connection for personal music or space for a DJ.

At The Distillery, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

The Distillery does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Distillery:

  • Gin Parlour hosting 30 guests: £623.84
  • Gin Terrace hosting 50 guests: £2000
  • The Gin Snug hosting 24 guests: £358
  • The Restaurant hosting 45 guests: £490
  • Outdoor Garden Hire hosting 75 guests: £2000

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

The Distillery is located at 4 Sheepcote Street, in Ladywood, Birmingham.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Jasmine rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'We hired the space for a 60th birthday party - Chelsea made the experience of planning the party so smooth and made the day so special! The venue itself was already decorated so nicely with fairy lights and we were able to set up other decorations exactly as we had planned. The buffet menu was great. Would definitely recommend!'
  • Abbie S. rated it 5/5 stars
    'I held my 30th birthday party here in September and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. All my guests commented on how lovely the venue was and all the staff were friendly. I will definitely be booking The Distillery in the future!'
  • Samuel R. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Great venue, very helpful staff, well organised, great Pizza's. would reccomend to anyone.'

It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:

  • Zorana rated it 4.8/5 stars
    'The venue is lovely and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Overall I would recommend hosting an event here.'

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The Distillery is popular for

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