The Moonrakers
Gorse Hill, Swindon
Crossways Suite
Price on request · £125 non-refundable deposit
Private barDance floorFood on siteParking
Birthday parties in Swindon
Birthday party venues in Swindon
From a pub do in Old Town to a full-on party with a dance floor, Swindon has a room for your birthday. The Moonrakers in Gorse Hill takes up to 200 and has space to dance, the Goddard Arms in Old Town suits 75 friends, and the Cross Keys Inn in Royal Wootton Bassett is ideal for a smaller crowd. Prefer to do your own food? Des Moffatt Western Community Centre fits 120, and The Schoolhouse Hotel in Hook is perfect for a birthday meal.
Rooms
5 venues
for birthdays
Guests
50 to 200
depending on the room
Private bar
4 of 5
rooms
Own food
1 of 5
let you bring it
Community hallUp to 120
Des Moffatt Western Community Centre
Western, Swindon
Main hall, small hall & lounge
Hourly hire · Ask the centre for current rates
Bring your own foodKids welcome
Goddard Arms
Old Town, Swindon
The Vault, Courtyard Room & Breakfast Area
Minimum spend on enquiry
Private barFood on siteParking
HotelUp to 60
The Schoolhouse Hotel & Restaurant
Hook, Swindon
Function room
Menus on enquiry
Private barFood on site
At a glance
5 rooms in Swindon that host birthday parties, from pubs, community halls and hotels, for 50 to 200 guests. 4 have a private bar, and 1 lets you bring your own food.
| Venue | Area | Guests | Private bar | Food | Step-free |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The MoonrakersPub | Gorse Hill | Up to 200 | Venue caters | ||
| Des Moffatt Western Community CentreCommunity hall | Western | Up to 120 | Bring your own | ||
| Goddard ArmsPub | Old Town | Up to 75 | Venue caters | ||
| The Schoolhouse Hotel & RestaurantHotel | Hook | Up to 60 | Venue caters | ||
| Cross Keys InnPub | Royal Wootton Bassett | Up to 50 | Ask |
What to look for
- A private bar, so your guests aren't queuing with the regulars
- A dance floor and a sound system you can plug into, or room for a DJ
- A late licence if the party will run past 11pm
- Clear rules on decorations: some venues ban confetti or glitter
- Whether under-18s can stay all night, if it's a family party
Questions people ask
How many birthday party venues are there in Swindon?
We list 5 rooms in Swindon that take birthday parties, across Gorse Hill, Western, Old Town, Hook and Royal Wootton Bassett. Each one has been checked against the venue's own website or another public source.
What's the biggest birthday party venue in Swindon?
The Moonrakers in Gorse Hill is the largest we list, for up to 200 guests. For a smaller group, Cross Keys Inn holds up to 50.
Can I bring my own food to a birthday party venue in Swindon?
Yes, at 1 of the 5 rooms here: Des Moffatt Western Community Centre. Elsewhere the venue usually provides the food, so ask about buffet prices when you enquire.
How far ahead should I book a birthday venue?
Friday and Saturday nights go first, especially from late November to New Year. Book Saturdays 6 to 8 weeks ahead if you can, and ask about midweek or Sunday rates, which are often lower.
Do I have to pay to hire a pub function room for a birthday?
Often not directly. Many pubs waive the room fee if your group spends a set amount at the bar or on food. Our guide to minimum spends explains how that works.
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