Party places with private spaces
Got a work do to organise? Still planning that private party? Want to celebrate a big date with a bang? We've got the low down on numerous venues in the city with private party spaces, big and small, for every occasion.
Split the cost with the group and let the venue do all the prep and clearing up, saving your energy for some serious fun 🍸
Here are some suggestions of places to host your gathering around the city - contact the venues directly to book
COSY CLUB
St Margaret's St
The sumptuous Franklin Room at the top of the Cosy Club building takes up to 60 standing and 32 seated. It offers a private bar, sound system, presentation screen and TV.
CAFE DU SOLEIL
Pound Lane
Their private function room holds up to 60 people with a choice of a buffet or 2-3 course meal, complete with your own bar. You’re welcome to decorate as you wish.
CAFE NO 35
St Margaret's St
Known as 'The Garden Cafe', the leafy venue has a private room upstairs, with a cosy atmosphere and delicious catering options. The whole café can be hired too.
SEKKOYA
Riverside
The Indian Kitchen & Bar has a private dining table for up to 14, with optional privacy curtain, TV screen to connect to a laptop and a dedicated server.
LILY'S SOCIAL KITCHEN
Guildhall St
The not-for-profit training enterprise has a lovely upstairs room for parties of up to 20. Lily's isn't licensed but you can pay corkage and bring your own. Choose from their menu options.
THE IVY
High St
The Becket Room is an intimate space for up to 21 on round tables, up to 15 on a long table, and up to 45 standing. Enjoy delectable canapés and dishes, and personal touches from playlists to displays.
PHO
Mercery Lane
Delicious Vietnamese street food in fabulous surroundings: Pho's upstairs space takes 40 to 60 and is a great place to wine and dine with friends or work colleagues. They're happy to discuss your requirements.
THE DRAPERS ARMS
Sun St
Feast with friends on seriously good Asian-inspired street food and slow-cooked brisket in The Drapers Arms' upstairs space with gorgeous roof terrace. Chat with the team for details.
CORKK
Burgate
The English wine specialist's lovely venue provides drinks, canapes, food platters, group tastings and fun party games at The Bar (up to 40) or more intimate dining in the Tasting Room.
THE POUND
Pound Lane
Lots of options at the iconic former gaol! The Guard Chamber takes up to 60, the Parade Room up to 50, the cosy Debtors Room with TV & audio and roof terrace takes 10 seated and the fabulous restored cells and Guard Room take 8-10.
MISTER MIYAGI'S SUSHI RESTAURANT
Orange St
A bright and airy room upstairs for up to 30 standing or 15-20 seated for dining or buffet: a la carte, buffet, or a 2-3 course meal. Own equipment and decorations welcome.
WING KINGZ
Sun St
The friendly chaps at Wing Kingz will be happy to hear your party plans and discuss options for booking a private space in their diner-inspired dishes, sports and cold beer haven!
MATCHES
Butchery Lane
Two 'Match Boxes' - private lounge areas for up to 28, with 84" HD TV & surround sound, food and drink packages. Add-on options: karaoke, beer / prosecco pong, PS5 or Nintendo Switch.
CHAPTER PIZZERIA & BAR
Burgate
Delicious pizza made with Italian ingredients and a sourdough crust, enjoyed in a gorgeous private space upstairs that can seat 30 or host up to 45 standing.
SQUARE PEG PIZZA
Sun St
Cosy interlinked rooms upstairs, bookable together or separately - you can order from both Square Peg Pizza and partner restaurant Chuck and Blade Burgers next door!
CHUCK AND BLADE BURGERS
Sun St
Chill out with friends in the cinema room, complete with super-comfy sofa and 85" screen set up with Netflix and Prime - with large burger and fries included in the £20pp price.