How much does venue hire cost in the UK?

Village halls cost £100-£400. Pub function rooms are often free with a minimum bar spend (£500-£1,500). Hotel function rooms run £500-£3,000. Barn venues cost £1,000-£5,000. Prices vary hugely by region, day of week, and time of year.

What is corkage and how much is it?

Corkage is a fee the venue charges for each bottle of wine or champagne you bring in. UK corkage ranges from £5-£15 per bottle. Some venues charge corkage on all alcohol. Always ask whether the venue allows BYO and what the corkage fee is.

What hidden venue costs should I look for?

Common extras include: cleaning fee (£50-£200), security/doorman (£150-£300), corkage, overtime charges, cloakroom, table and chair hire, PA system hire, car park attendant, and damage deposit (usually refundable).

When is the cheapest time to hire a venue?

Weekdays and Sundays are typically 20-40% cheaper than Friday and Saturday. January, February, and November are the cheapest months. Daytime hire is cheaper than evening. Off-peak bookings can save hundreds of pounds.

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Venue Cost Calculator — Compare Venue Hire Costs

Estimate the total cost of venue hire including corkage, cleaning, and extras.

Venue Type

Venue Hire Cost

Number of Guests

Event Duration

Corkage per Bottle

Estimated Bottles

Cleaning Fee

Security / Doorman

How We Calculate This

This calculator adds up all venue-related costs to give you the true total cost of your venue.

Formula

Corkage total = cost per bottle x estimated bottles
Extras total = cleaning + security + corkage
Total venue cost = venue hire + extras
Cost per guest = total venue cost / guests
Cost per hour = total venue cost / hours

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Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates. Adjust quantities based on your guests and event type.