City of Birmingham
With a reputation for being the heart of an exciting destination for events and conferences, Birmingham, a city for business and cultural activities, offers a wealth of venues that can accommodate any event objective, style, and budget.
Birmingham venues host a vibrant mix of options – from contemporary ones to the usual convention centres and much more off-beat and original ones. The city is home to six universities and major companies in the business districts, making it an ideal place to host academic and large conferences. Also known for its array of historical sites, Birmingham’s city also offers the option to accommodate unique and intimate events.
But if you are budget-conscious, there are plenty of options in the second largest city in the UK that are low-cost but can still leave your guest in awe.
The Bierkeller
Location: 195-196 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1AY
Capacity: 260-500
Price: £15 (Minimum of 10 people)
Nearest Bus: 3 minutes from Bishopsgate St, Birmingham B15 1D
Located in the city centre, The Bierkeller is an ideal place to hold events and gatherings. It offers different food and drinks package options to suit whatever event you are planning to host. If you’re looking to have bubbly and canapés, hot or cold or finger buffet, or maybe even a sit-down meal, Bierkeller also offers bespoke design packages to fit for the party you want.
What’s great about this location is that it’s armed with 3 three different venues, all under one roof. From quiz or game nights to conferences, weddings, birthday celebrations, or even hens and stags – The Bierkeller prides itself with the capacity to host such varied events.
The Studio at The Blue Orange Theatre
Location: 118 Great Hampton Street, B18 6AD
Capacity: 60
Price: £25-125
Nearest Train: 6 minutes from Jewellery Quarter Station
The Studio at The Blue Orange Theater is the perfect venue if you plan to host rehearsals, classes, conferences, small gatherings, and simple celebrations. It’s a fully air-conditioned place with natural light beaming from its windows, giving it a light and spacious feel.
Renting the Studio comes with its in-house sound system. If your event requires additional technical equipment, the venue can give access to equipment hire and technical experts to help you make your event a success.
The Theatre and Bar spaces at The Blue Orange Theater can also be hired together with the Studio or separately.
Chaophraya
Location: St Martins Square, 6 Spiceal St, Bullring, Birmingham, B5 4BW
Capacity: 120-140 (Full venue) | Upstairs: 54-70 | Downstairs: 66-80
Price: £30-50 / person per session
Nearest Train: 4 minutes from Moor Street Station
Are you looking to throw a party, Thai style? Then this is the perfect venue for you!
Book at Chaophraya Birmingham if you want to celebrate extra special and want your guests to fall in love with the taste of Thailand. Located opposite the Church of St Martin in the Bullring, you will have a stunning view of the church, with the Chaophraya offering an impressive mix of classic Thai and signature dishes, including vegan and gluten-free options.
So, whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or even a simple milestone celebration, the Chaophraya is the perfect and closest getaway from the city.
The Old Library
Location: The Old Library, Zellig, Gibb Street, Digbeth, Birmingham, B9 4AA
Capacity: 25-300
Price: £500-2000
Nearest Train: 16 minutes from New Street Station
Located near the Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham’s creative quarter, The Old Library is a unique and dynamic place to host your events. It brings the charm of an old Victorian library with its light and airy space flooded with natural daylight, vaulted ceilings, and iconic arch windows.
The large open space allows large gatherings, conferences, parties, and weddings. There is an adjacent Reading Room that is available for breakout space, buffet area, or cloakroom.
The Old Library offers in-house catering with their dedicated chefs creating fantastic food and drinks menus, with the option of library-themed cocktails served at the Library Bar.
Blakesley Hall
Location: Blakesley Road Birmingham, B25 8RN
Capacity: 20-100
Price: £180-480
Nearest Train: 19 minutes from Stechford Station
One of Birmingham’s finest timber-framed Tudor houses located just a few miles from the heart of the city, Blakesley Hall is a unique venue for a special occasion.
Its atmospheric Great Hall, 18th-century barn, and tranquil garden can be the place for your meeting, conference, or wedding. The Blakesley Hall sets a historic setting for any event making it truly memorable for your guests.
Besides hiring this space, Blakesley Hall also offers guided tours and talks tailored to your specific event to make it even more special.
The Florence
Location: 106-110 Edmund Street, Birmingham, B3 2ES
Capacity: 15-30
Price: £50 (minimum spend)
Nearest Train: 5 minutes from Grand Central
The Florence is situated right at the heart of the business district. It’s a budget-friendly venue that’s not too far from the city’s hustle and bustle but offers privacy and sanctuary.
It offers different packages, and whatever suits your needs, they’ll organize it for you. They have a semi-private area that can accommodate 30pax standing, 15 pax seated. The Florence provides an all-day event option from a simple meeting over coffee to a bottomless brunch on the weekend, up to late-night dinner and cocktails.
You can hire the Semi-Private area at The Florence or the hidden-away private function room if you’re looking for a more intimate set up.
The Events Space at Soho House
Location: Soho Avenue (off Soho Road) Birmingham, B18 5LB
Capacity: 110
Price: £300-400
Nearest Train: 10 minutes from Benson Road Metro Station
The Events Space at Soho House is a modern space set with a backdrop of the beautiful Soho House and its gardens.
Its flexible space provides the perfect place to host your meeting or party. The Soho House also offers non-exclusive access to their gardens on a complimentary basis for booking their event space.
Terrace Suite at Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Location: Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TR
Capacity: 150-250
Price: £30 / person per session
Nearest Train: 33 minutes from Birmingham New Street Station
Accommodating up to 250 people, the Terrace Suite is an elegant setting ideal for daytime meetings, conferences, gala dinners, receptions, and Christmas parties.
It has a built-in bar and a sprung dance floor for evening entertainment, while the space benefits from a flood of natural light during the day. The Terrace Suite is a historical space with a large arched ceiling, private washrooms, catering facilities, and a private suite bar.
The venue also sports a multi-zone sound system, a PA system with channel mixer and Sonos music player.
Upstairs Private Event Space at The Actress & Bishop
Location: 36 Ludgate Hill Birmingham B3 1 EH
Capacity: 80-175
Price: £250-300
Nearest Train: 13 minutes from Birmingham New Street Station
Situated upstairs at the newly renovated The Actress & Bishop, the event space is a multi-function room catering to corporate events and celebrations. The hire price includes the full PA/AV equipment plus private facilities and a staffed bar.
The Actress & Bishop offers its exceptional catering service fit to suit any event preference and budget requirement. You can choose from their tea and coffee packages, buffets, working lunches, one-pot menus, and evening options as well. The venue provider can also source live entertainment for you if your event requires it.
