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The Shipmans

Pub

12 Drapery, Northampton, NN1 2HG –
Northampton Town Centre
From £25
hire fee
Up to 50
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at The Shipmans

Full Venue Hire at The Shipmans
Full Venue Hire
Pub
·
Whole venue
50 seats
100 standing
Looking for exclusive event venue hire in Northampton town centre? Shipmans is a top choice for private parties, corporate events, and celebrations, offering full use of Northampton’s oldest trading pub for a unique and memorable experience. Centrally located, Shipmans can host up to 100 guests and is perfect for anyone searching for a party venue...
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £25 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now
The Drum Room at The Shipmans
The Drum Room
Function Room
·
Private space
24 seats
30 standing
The drum room is a space suitable for meetings, training or team building but also for private dining, baby showers or any smaller parties. This modern space has a TV and even karaoke (depending on how crazy you feel!)
Alcohol licence until 1:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £25 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Full Venue Hire
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
The Drum Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £25 hire fee per hour
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks 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 100
standing
Up to 50
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Shipmans

The Shipmans is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Step into Shipmans where the drinks are always flowing, the food is out of this world and our team live and breathe hospitality!

We're here to shake, stir, and sprinkle some cocktail magic into your life – a place where fun meets flavor in a perfect harmony of liquid awesomeness.

Get ready for dancing, taste sensations and laughter, because at Shipmans, good times are always on the menu!

A venue laced within the history of Northamptonshire is ready and waiting to host your perfect event. In the morning this is a perfect space for meetings and team building, in the afternoon we will be ready and waiting to host your lunch of wedding reception and then into the evening we are all about dancing and good vibes!

FAQ

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 12 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Shipmans, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Shipmans is located at 12 Drapery, in Northampton Town Centre.

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