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Spaces for hire at The Rayleigh Lodge

The Conservatory
Conservatory
·
Semi-private area
30 seats
70 standing
Celebrate in style in our Conservatory — perfect for gatherings of up to 30 guests. Whether it’s a birthday, engagement party, after-work drinks, or an intimate farewell, this bright and versatile space offers the ideal setting for your special occasion. ✅ Bright & Airy Space ✅TV Screen with HDMI - meeting space for up to 20 guests ✅ Perfect locat...

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

Dining Area
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
40 seats
60 standing
Make the most of our dedicated dining space — ideal for bringing people together. Choose from our 2 or 3-course set menu for a sit-down celebration, perfect for marking a special occasion. It’s also a great spot for networking events or more casual gatherings, with buffet options available to suit a relaxed vibe. Great for 40 guests dining or up to...

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

The Snug
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
20 standing
Host up to 20 guests in our cosy snug — the perfect spot to gather around the fire for a relaxed drink, birthday, or small celebration. Just get in touch, and we’ll take care of the rest!

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

The King’s Quarters
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
100 seats
120 standing
The King’s Quarters is a semi-private area in The Rayleigh Lodge, an intimate low-ceilinged dining space that creates a separate, quieter section within the pub. Design: The room pairs flagstone flooring and mixed timber furniture with leather-upholstered banquettes and freestanding chairs. The lighting uses pendant shades and floor lamps, and exp...

Alcohol licence until 0:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£1000 min. spend
The Snug
17:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 23:00
from £600–£1000 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£1000 min. spend
The Snug
17:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £200 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 23:00
from £600–£1000 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 17:00
from £200–£600 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 17:00
from £200 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 17:00
from £600 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£1500 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£300 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£400 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £200–£500 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 23:00
from £800–£1500 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£2500 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£800 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1000 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£2500 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Conservatory
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£800 min. spend
Dining Area
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1000 min. spend
The King’s Quarters
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£2500 min. spend
Sunday
Closed

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 120
standing
Up to 100
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 Rayleigh Lodge

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

The Rayleigh Lodge is a historic red-brick pub that pairs a restaurant serving Thai-influenced dishes with extensive outdoor seating.

Venue highlights: The venue provides hands-on planning support for private hires, including pre-event visits, permission to decorate the evening before, and assistance with take-down after events. In-house catering covers British dishes alongside an extensive vegetarian and vegan selection. The venue supplies a separate private bar and a conservatory that can be used for drinks service and a DJ or music area.

Best for: Wedding breakfasts and receptions; private parties and milestone celebrations; summer drinks receptions and outdoor gatherings

Location: The Chase area of Rayleigh sits beside open green space, providing a relaxed, walkable setting for guests to continue socialising after an event.

What guests say: The venue provides hands-on event support including repeated planning visits, permission to decorate the evening before, and help with post-event clear-up. The food is consistently high quality and the private bar and conservatory work effectively for drinks service and music at receptions.

FAQ

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 3 months from the original date, at no cost.

At The Rayleigh Lodge, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Free parking is available on-site: 12 spaces
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Rayleigh Lodge is located at 70 The Chase, in Rayleigh.

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