From secret speakeasies to old churches, this is where you can drink, dance and dine like nobody’s watching with private parties in Leeds.
Got a party coming up? If you want to make it that little bit special, you’ll need to know about the best venues for private parties in Leeds. It could be a big birthday, perhaps you’ve got an anniversary on the horizon, or you could even have the honour of planning your next work Christmas do – no pressure, there. But worry not, because whatever the occasion, here are the premier party venues in Leeds.
Smokestack
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Smokestack is a legendary Leeds night out and you can have a floor of it all to yourself for private parties. The cocktails, tunes and good times aren’t contained to the main room – they bring the lot up to The Roost, which fits up to 180 people with bunch of extras.
There’s a DJ booth or you can simply connect your playlist up. Know a musician? There’s a stage for live music too. Their lovely bar team will keep you fed and watered with food and drink packages, but that’s not the best bit. That would be the no hire fee, just a minimum spend depending on party size or day of the week you’re hosting on.
Smokestack, 159a Lower Briggate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6LY.
Rita’s
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This is one for fans of cocktails, cheesy slices and games. Ideal for birthday parties to graduation celebrations and everything in between, Rita’s is a beer hall and ballroom on Woodhouse with bags of character.
You can book a private party at Rita’s for up to 150+ guests, with room hire, dining and outdoor area options available. You and your guests can rock up and sup on Margaritas that come every which way, chow down on gigantic pizzas and get competitive on the pool tables, dartboards and beer pong. With facilities for live music and entertainment to boot, it’s sure to be a lively one.
Rita’s Beer Hall & Ballroom, 43 Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HQ.
The Maven
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If you’re looking for the coolest private party venues in Leeds, then it has to be the hidden party rooms at The Maven. Oozing with chic appeal and with some serious mixology on offer, they have a range of rooms available, from small, speakeasy-style get-togethers to swingin’ party vibes.
There’s something to suit you here, whatever your budget or group size may be. The rooms available range from the elegant Green Room on the top floor, with a capacity of up to 50, to the opulent Highland Room, which can accommodate up to 120. Whichever you choose, the experienced event planners will work with you to bring your party vision to life.
The Maven, 1 Call Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 7DH.
Tiki Hideaway
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Whisk your guests away to an unforgettable island paradise without ever leaving Leeds. Tucked away on the bustling Call Lane, Tiki Hideaway is a unique venue complete with bamboo bar huts and a vibrant cocktail menu that will take your tastebuds on a tropical journey.
Tiki Hideaway offers semi-private hire, with the Bongos Bar area hosting up to 80 guests, or full venue hire for up to 120 people. Bookings are available on a minimum spend basis and you can build your ideal experience, with drinks packages starting from £22 per person and options to add on a prosecco reception for £5.50 per head and a pizza buffet for £9 per person.
Tiki Hideaway, 38 Call Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6DT.
Shears Yard
If you’re looking for private party venues in Leeds with a touch of sophistication, look no further than Shears Yard. This is an independent bar and restaurant of huge acclaim, serving up exquisite tasting menus made up of fine local produce to the masses.
But you can book it out for your next occasion, whether it’s a birthday, wedding or just because you want to. You can enjoy your own feast and festivities here with weekdays offering the best value – there’s no hire fee from Monday to Thursday, with a minimum spend starting from £1,750. A hire fee starts from £300 on weekends, with an increased minimum spend.
Shears Yard, 11-15 Wharf Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7EH.
Malmaison
Weddings, hen and stag dos, private dining, events or just parties, Malmaison does it all. This acclaimed hotel is much more than that – it’s home to the wonderful Malmaison Bar & Grill restaurant with its medley of private spaces that host from 10 to 90 people.
There are exclusive rooms, food and drink options complete with a welcome glass of prosecco, and beds to crash in after – result. The event spaces come in five configurations, while the Tramshed and Ticket Office spaces offer luxury private dining. You can put together your own dream occasion exactly the way you want it.
Malmaison, 1 Swinegate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4AG.
Electric Shuffle
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If you want your next Christmas do, birthday party or get-together to have a competitive edge, why not book out Electric Shuffle? This is the ultimate gaming venue, with its cool, quirky decor providing the perfect backdrop to hours of fun.
They have room for up to 250 people across a series of semi-private spaces, but packages can be tailored around your needs. Their food and drink packages start from £37.50 per person, with plenty of beer, wine, canapés and pizza to keep all guests happy. And of course, the innovative, interactive shuffleboard games are a must.
Electric Shuffle, 123 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5RD.
Restaurant Bar & Grill
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Looking for a private party venue in Leeds where your pals can dine, drink and then dash next door to catch the train home? Restaurant Bar & Grill is a mere minute’s walk from Leeds Station, but that’s not the only reason you’ll like it.
Located in the Old Post Office building, it’s one heck of an impressive spot, a double-height restaurant dripping with throwback style. Their private dining room for up to 26 guests is tucked away on the mezzanine. It’s an idyllic setting, kitted out with a built-in screen, AV and projection facilities, so from work events to intimate family dinners, it’s got all your needs covered.
Restaurant Bar and Grill, The Old Post Office, 3 City Square, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 2AN.
Flight Club
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Private parties in Leeds don’t get much better than a night at Flight Club. This is the social darts gaming venue, which has dragged the pub sport favourite into the 21st century. It’s perfect for celebrations or work parties – you can link up to seven oches in their semi-private event areas for a proper competition in which all the scoring is done for you electronically as you play.
You’ll get a dedicated Gamesmaster to lead your tournament and a Flight Club Story sent to you the following day. Complete with food and drink packages, prices start from around £37.50 per head, but you can book the whole venue out for a fee dependent on group size and needs.
Flight Club, 123 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5RD.
Northern Monk Brew Co.
If you love craft beer, why not organise a party in a brewery? That’s exactly what Northern Monk offers, with their 100-capacity Chapter Hall in their Old Flax Store HQ. It’s a stunning space, all vaulted ceilings, cast iron columns and flagstone flooring, but that’s just the start.
They’ve got everything you need for a party to remember, whether it’s a birthday, wedding or work Christmas night out. You can arrange a staffed bar, buffet spreads and posh canapés with their events team, but they’re completely flexible to help you plan the perfect event. Prices start from £165 an hour for party hire or £580 a day for corporate hire.
Northern Monk Brew Co., Marshall Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 9YJ.
New Craven Hall
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Been tasked with organising your firm’s annual frolics? Whether it’s Christmas, a special occasion or just a company perk, New Craven Hall needs to be on your radar. Located south of the river, this former warehouse specialises in corporate hire and is one of the best private party venues in Leeds.
A dedicated event co-ordinator will make sure you have everything you need to make the night a success, from themes to live music. It’s not just business though – if you’ve got a big birthday coming up or want a wedding to remember, the folks at New Craven Hall can help to create a dream occasion.
New Craven Hall, Unit 2, Fairfield House, New Craven Gate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 5NF.
Roxy Ball Room
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You can sprinkle a little friendly rivalry onto your special occasion with what might be the most competitive private party venue in Leeds. You don’t just go to Roxy Ball Room for the drinks, oh no. Alongside the craft beer and signature cocktails, you can also partake in rounds of beer pong, mini golf, shuffleboard and American pool.
They offer food and drink packages starting from £10 per person, while gaming is extra but will depend on how many people and what games you want to play. It’s completely flexible and they’ve got a team on hand to help you organise your own party in a grown-up playground.
Roxy Ball Room, Trinity Square, Boar Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6HW.
The Faversham
Affectionately known as ‘The Fav’, this multi-purpose party venue in the heart of the university area has an illustrious past. Over the years, it’s been a major part of the city’s music and nightlife scene, but now it’s one of the go-to places for private parties in Leeds.
There are three private spaces, or the whole venue, available for hire, complete with dining and drink packages, but their planners help make your dreams become a bespoke reality. Whether you’re taking over the cosy lounge, the charming Conservatory or the spacious Main Room, you can have the party of your dreams at The Fav.
The Faversham, 1-5 Springfield Mount, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9NG.
Springwell
A fully operational brewery, Springwell could be the perfect, unique setting for private parties in Leeds. From Friday to Sunday, you can book out their Mezzanine level, with access to the bar downstairs, for up to 50 seated or 80 standing. It’s free to hire, but with a minimum spend to be decided upon based on group size.
Want to add food into the mix? On-site street food residents Little Bao Boy can cook up a storm, while wine, cocktail and alcohol-free options mean you can tailor your booking to your needs. Plus, with DJs spinning top tunes, you’ll be dancing the evening away in style.
Springwell, Buslingthorpe Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 2DF.
The Royal Armouries
There’s nothing quite like a celebration surrounded by the treasures of one of the city’s best-loved museums, which is why the Royal Armouries is a perfect party venue in Leeds for the most special of occasions. There are 16 spaces in total, ranging from extensive 1,500 person banquet halls to homely dining rooms for more intimate parties.
Each space comes with its own perks. Full-blown five-star catering, soothing string quartets, drinks receptions – you name it, they’ve got it. With so many options, prices are entirely bespoke, but that means you can put your own twist on proceedings with the help of their events team.
The Royal Armouries, Armouries Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1LT.
Friends of Ham
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Love meat? Love cheese? Love beer? Love wine? Well, Friends of Ham is the place you’ve been looking for when it comes to private party venues in Leeds. As well as hosting smaller shindigs in their main bar area, you can hire out their underground bar, The Underbelly, just for you and your chosen guests, complete with your own bar.
Get ready for a tasty assortment of cheese and charcuterie with an exceptional selection of hand-picked wines or even a guest beer keg especially sourced for you. It has room for 40 seated and 60 standing, with prices starting from £16 a head for a light bite selection of food.
Friends of Ham, 4-8 New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DL.
Chaophraya
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You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to private parties at legendary Leeds restaurant Chaophraya. You can hire a room, the bar, the teahouse, the upstairs, the downstairs, or the whole blimmin’ place if you need it, catering from as little as 16 to as many as 600. That makes it the perfect venue for any occasion, be it a family get-together or your next work’s Christmas party.
Prices are all based on your requirements and depend on what room you pick, but whatever you go for, you can be sure of an incredible meal that shows off the best of Thai cooking. Want to put your own spin on the menu? You can get your own tailor-made version.
Chaophraya, 20a Blayds Court, Swinegate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4AG.
Left Bank
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If you’re thinking big for your next private party venue in Leeds, think about Left Bank. This Grade-II listed former church has wow factor in spades – huge stone pillars, neo-Gothic arches and an enormous vaulted ceiling that reaches high above your heads.
It doesn’t matter if it’s a wedding, a Christmas do or a birthday party, they’ve got the space, the setting and the solutions to help you get what you want. It means that pricing is based on what you’re looking for and for how many people, but with a capacity of up to 350, complete with a stage for live entertainment, bar area and a garden, Left Bank could be the one.
Left Bank, St Margaret of Antioch Church, Cardigan Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 1LJ.
The Ivy Asia
Set above Vicar Lane, The Ivy Asia implores you to experience the wonders of its pan-Asian menu in its sumptuous Buddha Room. It’s available to hire out for private parties all week long, offering a glimpse of Asian luxury in the heart of Leeds, but while the room makes for an impressive setting, it’s the food and drink that will really blow your guests away.
Whether it’s a birthday, wedding or a corporate event, you’ll work with their dedicated events manager to create the perfect menu to go with the music, floral arrangements or table design. Their Buddha Room can accommodate 18 seated on a banquet table or 30 as a standing reception event.
The Ivy Asia, Vicar Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6BA.
Department, Cinema 2
And now for something a bit different. Department has the ideal destination for silver screen fans seeking their dream celebration. The Cinema 2 space offers an immersive private screening experience at Leeds Dock, which makes for a great option for team events, birthday parties or just a meet-up with movie-mad friends.
There’s seating for up to 60 guests and flexibility to choose between classic theatre-style seats or plush and inviting sofas. No membership is required to make a booking, with costs starting from £100+VAT per hour or £700+VAT for a full day. Get your popcorn at the ready!
Department Cinema 2, Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1PZ.
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