Our Spaces
Whether you're after a section of the bar for your group or want the whole venue to yourselves, DV8 is the perfect private hire venue in Congleton for any occasion. With flexible private spaces, a dedicated events team and a carefully crafted buffet included, we take care of everything so you can just enjoy the night.
From wedding receptions and birthday celebrations to christenings, baby showers and corporate events, we've hosted it all and we bring the same warmth, care and attention to detail every single time. Looking for a christening venue in Congleton, somewhere to mark a retirement, or a private bar hire for a team night out? We've got the space, the cocktails and the staff to make it one to remember. Planning a wake or celebration of life? We'll provide a comfortable, private space where family and friends can gather and remember, while we quietly take care of everything else.
Whether you need area hire for an intimate group of 14-75 or exclusive venue hire for up to 200 guests, DV8 is a place where people come together in Congleton, right in the heart of the town. And there's nowhere we'd rather be than right at the heart of it.
Private Hire Area
For Groups of 14 to 75 people. Available Tuesdays - Saturdays,
Your celebration deserves its own space. Whether you're planning an intimate get together or a full-scale party, DV8 has the perfect setup for groups of 14 to 75 and we handle everything so you can focus on the fun.
- Flexible spaces – take over half the upstairs dining room with your own private screen or settle into the downstairs dining area. Groups of 40 and above? We can open up both for even more room.
- No room hire fee – seriously, none.
- The finishing touches – welcome drinks, a carefully crafted buffet and cakes all available to make your occasion feel exactly how it should.
Full Venue Hire
For groups of 30 to 200. Exclusive use of the entire bar. Available Sundays & Mondays.
For groups of 30 to 200, you can take exclusive use of the entire DV8 venue; every space, every member of staff, the full run of the place. We keep our Sundays and Mondays free for exactly this, so your event gets the time, the attention and the atmosphere it deserves.
- Exclusively yours – the entire venue, cleared and set up just for you. No other guests, no shared spaces, no distractions.
- Every occasion covered – from milestone birthdays and wedding receptions to corporate events and everything in between.
- Bespoke packages – food and drinks tailored entirely around you and your guests. Nothing off-the-shelf.
- Up to 200 guests – plenty of room to celebrate in style.
Included with Every Hire
Every private hire at DV8 comes with everything you need to make the night effortless and memorable.
- Your own dedicated staff member – with you from start to finish, making sure everything runs smoothly so you don't have to think about a thing.
- A carefully crafted buffet – plus a selection of DV8 desserts to finish things off on a sweet note.
- Flexible drinks options – run a tab, keep it pay as you go, or ask us about a bespoke drinks package tailored to your group.
- Decoration support – need help setting the scene? We're happy to assist with arrangements to make the space feel exactly right for your occasion.
- Freedom to personalise – bring your balloons and banners and make it your own. We just ask that you keep it tape-free on the walls and leave the glitter and confetti at home.
