The Woodville
Gravesend
Pub, bar or restaurant
The Woodville is Gravesend's civic theatre and conference venue on Woodville Place, with bookings handled by Gravesham Borough Council.
Up to 650 people
Pub and restaurant function rooms in Kent
A private room in a pub or restaurant works well for networking groups, team meals, small meetings and Christmas parties. Some waive the room fee in return for a minimum spend on food and drink.
Venues
21 venues
Faith In Strangers
Cliftonville
Pub, bar or restaurant
Faith in Strangers is a restaurant, bar and events venue with sea views on Ethelbert Crescent in Cliftonville, Margate. The whole venue can be hired for corporate events, product launches, brand events and work parties.
Up to 300 people
Matches Sports Bar Canterbury
Canterbury
Pub, bar or restaurant
Matches Sports Bar and Social is a sports bar on Butchery Lane in Canterbury city centre, with private areas for corporate hire, team socials and parties of 6 to 160 people.
Up to 160 people
The Alma
Deal
Pub, bar or restaurant
The Alma is a traditional community pub at 126 West Street, Deal, just behind the High Street and about five minutes' walk from Deal station. At the back is a freshly decorated, air-conditioned function room for up to 100 guests.
Up to 100 people
Bloomsburys Biddenden
Biddenden
Pub, bar or restaurant
Bloomsburys is a bar, restaurant and events venue on Sissinghurst Road in Biddenden, between Tenterden and Headcorn. Its Cactus Room is a private event space that suits company lunches, team socials, client drinks and Christmas parties.
Up to 60 people
The George Pub
Tunbridge Wells
Pub, bar or restaurant
The George is a pub at 29 Mount Ephraim, Tunbridge Wells, that brews its own beer. Its Fonthill Taproom can be hired exclusively for groups of 20 to 50, with no venue fee.
Up to 50 people
Harper's Cafe
Ashford
Pub, bar or restaurant
Harper's Café and Community Hub sits in Victoria Park, off Jemmett Road, Ashford, and has a private community room for meetings, training sessions, workshops and small events.
Up to 32 people
Kravns
Gravesend
Pub, bar or restaurant
Kravns at 151 Milton Road, Gravesend, has a cosy private room that can be booked exclusively for private dining, events and large group bookings. It is a good fit for a team dinner, a client evening or a small celebration.
Up to 30 people
Salt Yard
Sandgate
Pub, bar or restaurant
Salt Yard is a seaside coworking space on North Lane, Sandgate, about 30 seconds from the beach and a few minutes from Folkestone. Trains reach London in around 53 minutes.
Up to 30 people
Guide to pub and restaurant function rooms in Kent
Examples
- Faith in Strangers, Margate: full venue for up to 300, from £2,000 plus a minimum spend
- Salt Yard, Folkestone: meeting room for a full day from £59, including a catered lunch
- Harper's Cafe, Ashford: £18 an hour
- The Woodville, Gravesend
Ask about a minimum spend, music and AV before you book.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kent pubs charge for function room hire?
It varies. Some charge a room fee, others waive it in return for a minimum spend on food and drink. Always ask before you book.
Are pub function rooms good for networking events?
Yes. Several Kent networking groups meet in pubs, which come with a bar and food on hand.