Find Private Party venues for rent in York, UK

About York

It is like stepping back in time when you visit York. Every significant moment in UK history has happened in this region and the remnants of this are now visible in the architecture, cobbled stone streets and vintage tearooms.

Just over three and a half hours by road from bustling London, York is the perfect location for a weekend getaway. Accessible by road, it is an easy yet long drive. Not keen on driving? Then you can take advantage of the well-connected train network!

While rich in history, York is home to some contemporary art galleries that are worth visiting as well as streets lined with funky cafes, beautiful tearooms and lively bars.

No visit to York would be complete without paying homage to one of the kings of chocolate, Joseph Rowntree, as well as the well-known Terry’s Chocolates through the York's Chocolate Story, one of York’s most beloved tourist attractions.

Private Party Options in York

In York and the surrounding area you will find exactly what you need to host the perfect private party. With so many vendors and services available to choose from you will be able to easily organise everything you need.

• Photo Booth Hire
  Hiring a photo booth is a great way to entertain those attending your private party. There are many vendors around the York area who offer pick-up and drop-off of the photo booth as well. Consider adding prop hire either from your photo booth vendor or from one of the many costume hire places around York to complete the set-up!

• Music
  York and the surrounding area offer a variety of music and entertainment choices to suit your private party needs. If you are thinking about using live music for your event, most will allow you to see them play live or audition for you prior to the booking. If you're looking for something for a smaller venue, consider jukebox hire or get in touch with local DJs to entertain your guests.

• Decorations
  Everything from balloon garlands, flower walls, photo booths and dessert buffets you will be able to find in York. Speak to many of the vendors about decorations to match your theme and colour scheme of your private party. Selecting the right decorations can really bring your party to life and offer great backdrops for photos, too.

• Catering
  Whether you need to cater for dietary needs or want to ensure that the food you offer your guests matches the theme of your private party, York is the perfect place to host your private party! There are catering vendors who will not only supply the food for your event but also provide staff assistance, cutlery and linen and offer a complete cleanup service afterwards.

Private Party Companies in York

Hosting a private party in York is stress-free with so many vendors available to choose from for all aspects of your party.

• Poppy Caterers
  Everything from barbeques to four-course dinners can be catered for by Poppy Caterers. Specialising in working with the client for tailor-made menus, Poppy Caterers also hires out their tableware, linen and furniture, too.

• Picture Blast
  Picture Blast has an unmatchable reputation for their photo booths. They offer lots of unique products and services to customise the photo booth experience: the Selfie Pod to liven up your party, the 360 photo booth that produces Boomerang GIFs, the Magic Mirror, giant letters and wind machine.

• Bands for Hire Ltd
  Be spoilt for choice with a great selection of bands to choose from Bands for Hire. Depending on your party theme and your preferences, select from acoustic acts, wedding bands, cover bands, jazz bands, folk and country performers, string quartets or solo musicians and singers.

Pros and Cons of a Private Party in York

While it is easy to host a private party in York, you should still address the pros and cons of the area.

Advantages

• There is something for everyone.
  No matter your age or interest, there is something that everyone will love to see and do in York. From museums to cafes, you cannot be bored in York. Try visiting the city's attractions after your party!

• The surroundings are beautiful.
  A quaint cobblestoned city surrounded by a gorgeous countryside is Yorkshire's beautiful appeal. Your party will look and feel very special with a gorgeous city as your backdrop.

• It is easy to get around.
  Whether you choose to arrive by train or car, York is best explored on foot as there is so much to see. Your party guests will not get lost as everything is in easy walking distance.

• It has everything you need.
  York is not just a great place to get everything you need for hosting a private party. In case you or your visitors decide to shop around afterwards, you will be spoilt with so many options here!

• It is full of history.
  From the Viking remnants to the beautiful tearooms, there is history everywhere you look, not just inside the museums. A history-themed private party would not be out of place in York!

Disadvantages

• It is a tourist hot spot.
  York is a great place to visit, and everyone knows it! The city is often flooded with tourists especially on weekends so it can become quite busy. Be prepared for huge crowds that can cause delays when walking or travelling to your destination.

• The weather is mostly cold and cloudy.
  The summers are short and mild but the winters can be long and bitterly cold. If you're not a fan of the cold, you may need to look for a party venue that's warm and dry. Thankfully, there are a couple of heated and sheltered spaces available for hire in York, so you can fully enjoy a cosy private party.

• You need to plan ahead if you are on a budget.
  Because the tourists love it so much, York has become quite expensive. Hence, it is best to plan your accommodation and restaurant bookings ahead of time so you can save enough for your budget.

• Parking is expensive.
  If you're driving into York or hiring a car once you get there, be mindful that parking in the city is extremely expensive.

• Safety is debatable.
  While it's a safe city by UK standards, York is known to have the highest crime rates in the Yorkshire region. Consider hiring indoor venues for your safety and peace of mind.

Famous Private Party Locations in York

A town as beautiful and accessible as York is sure to get featured on the big and the small screen. Check out some of these well-known locations in York.

• Castle Howard
  Perfectly fitting for period dramas is Castle Howard. The stunning facade and surrounding gardens are featured in many movies and TV shows, with the most recent being the popular Netflix series Bridgerton. As the home of Simon and Daphne after their wedding, it is not mentioned by its original name but called Clyvedon Castle in the show.

• North York Moors National Park
  The beautiful backdrop that is Goathland - North York Moors is often shown in movies and TV shows. The well-loved TV drama Heartbeat refers to it as Aidensfield and features it quite regularly.
  
  
• Aysgarth Falls
  The peaceful three-tiered waterfall known as Aysgarth Falls has become a lovely site to visit in the Yorkshire area for over 200 years. It was featured in the Kevin Costner film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.