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Discover the allure of free event venues in Leicestershire, a cost-effective solution for professional event organisers. These spaces offer flexibility and creativity, allowing you to allocate more resources towards other aspects of your event. Consider capacity, location, and amenities to ensure a successful gathering.

Leicestershire

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

TRANSPORT

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

Discover Ashby de la Zouch Castle, a dramatic ruin offering a historic backdrop for open-air events, or choose the futuristic Athena, a former cinema, for a sleek art-deco style venue.

ARCHITECTURE

Explore Twycross Zoo for wildlife encounters, or thrill-seekers can head to Donington Park for racing events. Melton Mowbray's food festivals tantalize taste buds, celebrating its fame as the birthplace of pork pies.

THINGS TO DO

Leicestershire thrives with business innovation, hosting the MIRA Technology Park for automotive advancement and the Space Park Leicester for cutting-edge research, ideal for industry-specific conferences and networking events.

BUSINESS

Free Event Venues in Leicestershire

Free Event Venues

A versatile art deco venue in the Midlands for events up to 1,400, from weddings to concerts.

Athena is the ultimate destination for concerts, exhibitions, festivals, shows, weddings, and sporting events. With versatile spaces like the stunning Cinema Suite, elegant Deco Bar, vibrant Foyer, and stylish Gallery, we provide the perfect backdrop for every occasion. Trusted by iconic brands such as O2, Amazon, and Krispy Kreme, and celebrated events like Miss Great Britain, Bowls England, and ABBAMANIA, Athena ensures unforgettable experiences. From intimate gatherings to grand productions, our venue adapts to your vision, delivering excellence at every step. 

Circus-themed event space in Athena with dynamic lighting and engaging stage design.

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Vibrant event space in Athena with dynamic lighting and engaging audience for immersive experiences.

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Vibrant concert scene at Whole Venue in Athena with dynamic lighting and enthusiastic crowd.

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Vibrant stage performance at Whole Venue in Athena with dynamic dancers and engaged audience.

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Vibrant event space with elegant decor for a Cirque de Lumière gathering.

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Standing

Other

Whole Venue

Leicester

Athena

A stylish mezzanine with a private bar in a chic cocktail bar. Ideal for private dining or events.

The Mezzanine offers a semi-exclusive space away overlooking the main bar for private dining or separate events. 

The area has a private bar and enables the guests to enjoy both the atmosphere of the venue whilst keeping their event private and enabling the benefit of private bar for a speedy service.

Vibrant Mezzanine bar in Revolution Leicester, ideal for social events and networking.

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Stylish event space in Revolution Leicester, perfect for networking and gatherings.

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Stylish Mezzanine event space in Revolution Leicester with vibrant decor and seating.

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Events

Mezzanine

Revolution Leicester

A private mezzanine bar overlooking a lively dance floor, ideal for events up to 90 people.

The Mezzanine bar is the perfect private space for Birthdays, Christmas, or any other event. Overlooking the main dancefloor, its the perfect space to hold up to 90 people and make your celebration memorable!

Mezzanine Bar in Baa Bar Nottingham, vibrant event space with disco balls for parties.

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Vibrant Mezzanine Bar in Nottingham, ideal for intimate gatherings and themed parties.

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Vibrant Mezzanine Bar in Nottingham with neon lights, perfect for nightlife events.

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Mezzanine Bar

Nottingham

Baa Bar - Nottingham

Our middle floor, the retro floor, think: 80s vibes
Warhol, neon lights and clashing patterns. Our rooms are colourful and vibrant
with a mixture of bar stools and lounge chairs. This floor can be hired out and has its own bar.
A whole floor hire means you have 5 individually and unique decorated rooms, which all connect to each other for you to explore and have to yourselves.

Vibrant outdoor event space with colorful lanterns for weddings and festivals.

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Vibrant meeting space with blue sofa, ideal for creative brainstorming events.

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Reception

Business

First Floor

London

The Magic Garden

Havana and Casa are a great event space for all types of dining whether it be buffet or full 3 course dining.

The spacious room allows for banquet dining to take place for up to 80 guests.

Our menus are extremely varied and our team is able to cater for all dietary requirements ensuring that there is something for everyone.

Elegant event space at Casa & Havana, perfect for corporate meetings and private dinners.

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Casa & Havana event space in Nottingham with warm lighting, ideal for gatherings and functions.

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Stylish bar at Casa & Havana, perfect for networking events and intimate gatherings.

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Buffet

Dining

Casa & Havana

Revolucion De Cuba Nottingham

A versatile industrial venue with 20,000 sq ft for weddings and events, featuring outdoor space.

The venue is split into 5 areas, with over 9,000 SQFT in our outdoor area alone, meaning we have ample space and vehicular access into the building. The Chocolate Factory is the Midlands’ premier wedding venue, offering a stunning industrial backdrop that can be transformed to reflect your unique style. With over 20,000 sq ft of versatile space, couples can create their dream wedding, from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. Our smart lighting and flexible layout allow for a truly personalised experience. Conveniently located less than a mile from public transport and with ample parking nearby, The Chocolate Factory ensures easy access for all your guests. Celebrate your special day in a venue that combines modern amenities with a charming, creative atmosphere.

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Wedding

Weddings

The Chocolate Factory

Derby

Opened in 2018, the 2Funky Lounge, located next to the 2Funky Music Café, boasts two floors and a stunning roof terrace. With a capacity of 250 in the main room and 50 in the second room, it primarily serves as a vibrant venue for private parties and club nights.

Outdoor event space at 2Funky Lounge with picnic tables for casual gatherings.

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Outdoor event space at 2Funky Lounge with rustic tables, perfect for music gatherings.

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Outdoor event space at 2Funky Lounge with rustic tables for music gatherings.

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2Funky Lounge

2Funky Complex

Versatile event space in Birmingham for celebrations or meetings, from birthdays to weddings.

Our venues are the perfect place to enjoy your big occasion. So from birthdays to weddings, we've got everything you need to celebrate in style.

Need an event space for regular or ad-hoc work meetings? We've got you covered!

Modern event venue in Powerleague Birmingham with stylish bar for casual meetings.

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Event Hire in Powerleague Birmingham: modern meeting space with cozy seating for networking.

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Event Hire

Birmingham

Powerleague Birmingham

Charming bell tents in a natural setting for outdoor events, workshops, weddings, and themed parties.

Bell Tents at Bell Tent Villages - Holme Pierrepont Country Park offer a unique and charming outdoor event space. These stylish tents provide a cozy and intimate setting for various events, from outdoor gatherings to corporate retreats. The natural surroundings and comfortable furnishings create a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for team-building activities or social events. Bell Tents are ideal for hosting outdoor workshops, small weddings, or themed parties. Experience the beauty of nature while enjoying the convenience of a well-equipped event space.

Glamping bell tent with cozy decor for outdoor events and retreats in nature.

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Bell tents in a lush park, perfect for team-building retreats and outdoor gatherings.

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Bell Tents in a serene outdoor venue, perfect for weddings and corporate retreats.

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Bell Tents in a glamping village, perfect for outdoor events and unique gatherings.

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Elegant bell tent in lush park setting, perfect for weddings and retreats.

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Bell Tents

Bell Tent Village Parks

A versatile city centre space for dance, yoga, parties, exhibitions, and shoots with parking and optional bar.

Large open room, which can hold up to 500 standing 

Ideal for

Dance classes
Yoga
Kids Parties
Exhibitions
Film/Music Shoots

Room has laminated floors and white walls

City centre location with parking 

Portable bar can be provided upon request


Spacious event space with natural light, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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Minimalist restroom in The Unit, featuring modern finishes for events and meetings.

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Minimalist event prep area with cleaning supplies for efficient management.

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Spacious event venue with polished wooden floors and natural light, ideal for gatherings.

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The Unit

An intimate first-floor venue with 300 capacity, two bars, dancefloor, and entertainment options for various events.

We have a 300 capacity first floor venue, which backs on to a large public car park (free from 6pm)

Our space is a uniquely designed, intimate area that incorporates 2 x fully stocked bars, a dancefloor, a lounge area, a smoking terrace, a professional sound system and DJ setup, a pool table, and a table tennis table.

We are available for both public and private events and have had many birthday, Christmas, and wedding parties at the venue. We have also hosted sell-out public ticketed events, showcasing renowned performing artists including The Hot 8 Brass band and DJ / producer Lowsteppa.

Vibrant event space with cozy lighting, perfect for networking and casual gatherings.

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Stylish first floor venue with warm lighting for networking events and gatherings.

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First floor

BonDs / Hogtown

A spacious, converted bank with a high-end bar and kitchen. Ideal for events up to 100 guests.

A converted old Bank with its unique Vault room. The main floor is over 2000 sq feet with open plan suitable for any kind of events. Can accommodate over 100 people. High end bar with special wines and whiskies. Full kitchen with a wide range of food choices. Staff available to help with the events organisation.  

Dessert platter at The Clarence Cafe Bar, perfect for events and social gatherings.

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Vibrant event space at The Clarence Cafe Bar, perfect for networking and gatherings.

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Vintage vault backdrop at The Clarence Cafe Bar, perfect for meetings and gatherings.

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The Clarence Cafe Bar with industrial design, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.