13 Venues to Hire for the Perfect Party in Newcastle
Read on for thirteen terrific venues to host the perfect party in Newcastle
Newcastle’s reputation as a party town is well-founded, and the city centre is full of versatile and eclectic venues ready and waiting to host your next shindig.
Whether it’s a birthday or wedding celebration, corporate do or you’re long overdue a get together with friends, check out this selection of some of the city’s best spots for private parties…
WC Newcastle, Bigg Market
It’s not often you can party in a renovated underground ‘water closet’, so WC Newcastle is definitely a venue with a twist! This 130 year old subterranean wine and cocktail bar can host 55 of your nearest and dearest, and caters for every special event you can think of. Plus, as part of their private hire booking, you can even pre-order your guests’ welcome drinks to get the night started right!
ChachaBuchi, Collingwood Street
A chic hideout with rustic glamour, ChachaBuchi prides itself as a grown-up playground. The venue’s mezzanine is available to book for up to 120 guests, and comes complete with its own bar, shuffle boards (or beer/Prosecco pong table, depending on how classy your event is!), and you can even book your own private ski chalet for 75 people.
Redhouse, Sandhill
Hire your own slice of pie heaven at Redhouse on the Quayside. Expect delicious pies baked in nearby Jesmond, and a range of welcome drinks including cocktail carafes and buckets of beer! Their rustic interior of exposed beams and dark wood provides the perfect atmospheric party vibe too, so give why not give ‘em a shout for more private hire info?
Above, Lower Dean Street
If you’re looking for somewhere with the wow factor, Above has you covered. The spectacular rooftop venue at The Vermont Hotel offers unrivalled views across the city, and is the perfect destination for that special celebration, with private hire packages including a maximum capacity of 300 and prices starting at £39.95 per person. An adaptable layout, bespoke lighting, quality service and delicious food comes as standard. There’s also an option to hire the outdoor roof terrace on its own, with prices starting at £34.95 per person.
Howlers, Collingwood Street
This is one for the liveliest of get togethers! Perfect for stag and hen parties, and home to Newcastle’s only ball pit bar, the biggest venue at Howlers can hold up to 150 guests, or you could book just the ball pit and a private area. Crowd karaoke, a slice bar and bonkers live entertainment will make it a night to remember!
Maldron Hotel, Newgate Street
Ideally located in the heart of the city, Maldron Hotel’s excellent range of suites and meeting rooms areideally suited to a smart corporate event. The suites are fully kitted out with 75 inch plasma screens, air con, free WiFi, and a break out area with plenty of refreshments. Events suiting 40 guests are perfect for the Dobson and Stephenson Suites, while the Grainger Suite has a capacity of 80.
YOLO, High Bridge
According to this smart city centre bar, You Only Live Once – meaning it’s the perfect place to have that once in a lifetime party! Spread over three floors on Newcastle’s historic High Bridge, the venue has special areas perfect for private hires, with booths, snugs, real brick walls, minimalist décor and bespoke packages. The Parlour hosts 50-75 guests, while the Roof Terrace is perfect for an intimate gathering of 15-35 guests and comes with a retractable roof and all-important heaters! Food options include finger and pizza buffets and nibbles.
Castro’s, Hood Street
Give your party a Latin flavour thanks to Castro’s Rum-Bah Room, which can host 130 guests. It’s a bar with style, sass and a hint of attitude, not to mention a tantalising menu of Cuban-inspired delicacies, mouth-watering cocktails, the city’s most extensive collection of rums and the option for self-serve kegs. There’s even a chance to gather a few of your buddies and join a Prosecco and Tapas cocktail class!
The Common Room, Westgate Road
A spectacular Grade II-listed building with a tonne of character and history, The Common Room is a unique heritage venue in the heart of the city, ideal for a classy and sophisticated party. 390 guests can be accommodated across three floors and multiple rooms, making it a top choice for anything from weddings to corporate events, conferences and cultural events. The Wood Hall is ideal for weddings, conferences and dining with a capacity of 150; the Lecture Theatre is perfect for a seminar or presentation for up to 100; while the Stephenson Room is a versatile space hosting up to 50.
Colonel Porters, Dean Street
Located in the heart of Newcastle, Colonel Porters is one we cannot forget - the perfect venue if you and your chums love sipping on vintage cocktails or enjoy a tispy tea. Head into the secret den, also known as Archies Lab, for a night full of celebrations. Hosting up to 100 people, partake in a Rhum or Cocktail Masterclass and a dance or two.
Twenty Twenty, Bigg Market
Pizza professionals and cocktail conassieurs Twenty Twenty are not only home to some bangin’ food, but excellent private hire opportunities too! Whatever you’re celebrating, there’s no hire fee, 90 person capacity, delicious buffet food options, and the chance to have your own DJ or playlist. Book quirky basement room The Arches to enjoy a full size bar, dedicated toilets and a 2am licence, or book the entire venue – it’s entirely up to you!
Dakota Hotel Newcastle, Quayside
Whether it’s a corporate away day or networking event, Newcastle newbie Dakota has plenty of unique event spaces to check out. The Tyne Suite can accommodate up to 60 people, with the cosy Library able to host about 30. Meanwhile, private dining areas, The Champagne Room and The Boardroom are ideal for more intimate events, from around 8-15 people.
Gunner Tavern, Neville Street
Offering a modern take on the traditional pub vibe, Gunner Tavern is the ideal spot for big casual catch-ups! Private hire events are hosted in their raised area at the back of the venue – which has space for about 70 people – and you’ll have the option to add arrival drinks, buffet food or private dining too. That’s not forgetting that it’s just over the road from Central Station, perfect if you’ve got anyone on the guest list coming from further afield.
So there you have it, there are heaps of venues across the city ready to cater to your every need - from 10 to 310, regardless of the size, there's a Newcastle venue for you. Now you just have to plan the guestlist!
Main image: Howlers
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