Oxford Town Hall

Historic Building
Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1BX
Central and South Oxford
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Spaces for hire at Oxford Town Hall

from £330
hire fee / per hour
The Main Hall
742
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 s...
from £220
hire fee / per hour
The Assembly Room
160
200
The marvellous Assembly Room, originally called the Banqueting Hall, is bound to wow your guests with its character and original features. With its carved timber ceiling, gorgeous wood panelling, impressive fireplace and monumental oil paintings, this wonderful space is perfect for both ceremonies and receptions. The large windows let in a wealth ...
from £220
hire fee / per hour
The Old Library
100
Adjoining the Assembly Room is the charming Old Library, with a high timber ceiling, American walnut wooden panelling on the walls and large arched windows with stained glass that create a magical ambiance when the sun flickers in. The flow of natural light guarantees that your wedding photographs will turn out absolutely dreamy. This romantic spa...
from £75
hire fee / per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
40
40
If you're looking for a space to hold a small and intimate wedding, the cosy St Aldate’s Room might be your perfect choice! It is the smallest room offered by Oxford Town Hall with the capacity for up to 40 guests. Say 'I do' in this lovely space that boasts a beautifully ornamented fireplace, wooden panelling on the walls and an eye-catching ceil...
from £700
hire fee / per session
The Court Room
93
Surprise your guests and make your wedding day one to remember by hosting it in Oxford Town Hall’s most unique and quirky space! The historic Court Room held many live court sessions back in its day and has served as a backdrop in films and TV shows. Wonderfully preserved, it boasts many original features, such as wooden panelling on the walls, a ...

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £75–£330 hire fee per hour
The Main Hall
9:00 – 0:00
from £330 hire fee per hour
The Assembly Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
The Old Library
9:00 – 0:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
St. Aldate’s Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
The Court Room
9:00 – 0:00
from £700 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Facilities and catering options

Up to 200
standing
Up to 742
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

Location

Oxford Town Hall, St. Aldate’s, Oxford, OX1 1BX
Parking
Public transportation
Hotels
Parks
Airports
Public transportation
  • Bus St Aldates (Stop G5) 0.1 mi
  • Taxi Westgate Taxi rank 0.2 mi
Parking
  • Parking Westgate Oxford Cycle Hub 0.2 mi
Hotels
  • Museum Hotel Oxford 0.1 mi
  • Golden Cross Guesthouse 0.1 mi
  • Commonwealth House 0.1 mi
  • Turl Street Mitre 0.1 mi
Parks
  • The House 0.1 mi
  • Principal's Garden 0.2 mi
  • Greyfriars Place 0.2 mi
  • Christ Church War Memorial Garden 0.2 mi
Airports
  • Helipad - John Radcliffe Hospital 1.8 mi
  • Abingdon Airfield 4.9 mi
  • Oxford Airport 6.1 mi
  • Motion Chauffeurs Close Protection and Residential Security 7.9 mi

Reviews and ratings

(6 reviews and ratings – )

E
Emma D.
March 2024

The court room was amazing All our guests commented on what a beautiful venue

P
PrathimMaya D.
May 2023

Helpful.

C
Clara M.
October 2022

Velocissimi!

About Oxford Town Hall

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.

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 Oxford Town 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, Building, Generic Tags, Drinks and Dining, Cultural, Children / Teen.

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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