

The Varsity Club, VIP Roof Terrace And Pod
High St, Oxford The Varsity Club, OX1 4DB -
From
£500 min spendUp to
35 guestsOffers
cateringExternal Catering
allowed
About Venue
A premium 4 level venue, offering an independent roof terrace with beautiful views of the city, a cosy cocktail lounge and a club floor, open till 2 am on Saturdays.
Enjoy our exquisite 'Seasonal' pod, offering a cozy and exclusive setting perfect for 12-15 people. Stay warm during winter with heating, blankets, and rugs, while in the summer, the pod opens wide to provide refreshing shade from the sun.
The main terrace is spacious enough to accommodate up to 100 people, with a mix of seated and standing positions. During winter, a large section of the area has retractable covers and heating, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all guests.
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 35
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Cloakroom
Heating
Air conditioning
Natural light
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Table / chairs included
Tea
Premises parking
Audio & Visual
Sound system
Microphone
Space Rules
Allowed events
Promoted/ticketed events
Licensed for alcohol
Attendee Minimum Age
18
Cancellation policy
1.Bookings Terms 1.1 Hire fees and Minimum Spend Payment of the deposit or hire fee confirms the private hire booking Payment of the hire fee balance and any outstanding prepayments have to be made no later than 2 weeks before the event date For any bookings made within 2 weeks of the event date the hire fees and prepayments need to be paid in full at the time of booking. All food and drink pre orders and orders on the day contribute towards the agreed minimum spend Any outstanding minimum spend that has not been reached by the end of the event will be payable within 7 days of the event taking place. 1.2 Decorations and external contractors We welcome external decorations to be brought into the venue to dress the space to your liking upon prior approval and agreement with the bookings coordinator. Exceptions for this are confetti and confetti balloons which we do not allow. Any items (including any transport and set up materials) need to be removed from the venue after your booking has ended or in some pre-arranged cases no later than 12pm the following day. 2. Cancellation 2.1 Terms of cancellation for private hire Cancellation of a private hire booking is to be made directly with the venue via phone or email contact. The cancellation becomes effective upon confirmation via email from the Bookings Coordinator. 2.2 Terms of cancellation for a drinks booking (groups of over 8 people) Cancellation of a drinks booking is to be made directly with the venue via phone or email contact. The cancellation becomes effective upon confirmation via email from the Bookings Coordinator. If a booking is canceled within 48 hours of the booking date, the deposit paid for the booking will not be refunded. If a booking is canceled before 48 hours of the booking date, the deposit paid for the booking will be fully refunded. In case of incomplete arrivals, the deposit will not be refunded but can still be used as a drinks tab. Please be advised, we can only hold tables for up to 15 minutes from your booking time, for any late arrivals. 2.3 Refunds A refund of the hire fee and any additional pre payments are subject to the following terms. It is at the discretion of the venue to vary these terms - for example if the event can be rescheduled for an alternative date. cancellation more than 2 months in advance - 100% refund cancellation more than 1 month in advance - 50% refund cancellation more than 2 weeks in advance - 25% refund cancellation less than 2 weeks in advance - no refund
Other rules
We do not allow confetti our confetti balloons in the decorations brought by clients. Photo ID required. Dress code is smart casuals.
Location
Reviews
- Emma TSeptember 2025
We did a hen do cocktail making class here and it was so much fun! We got to try lots of different cocktails and make some too. The 2 leading the class were brilliant. They were knowledgeable, funny and dealt well with us barely listening and asking the same questions 🤦 thank you! The roof top was also lovely for drinks after. Highly recommend
- Valerios GkouriAugust 2025
I celebrated my 30th birthday in the private rooftop lounge at The Varsity Club, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The atmosphere was incredible from the moment we arrived. As the sun began to set, the whole rooftop was bathed in warm golden light, and later in the evening, the view of the moon shining over Oxford’s skyline made the night feel magical. The food was fresh and delicious — from the tasty snacks to the perfectly cooked burgers — and the drinks were spot on. The staff were outstanding, always friendly, attentive, and quick to make sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. For such a beautiful venue right in the heart of Oxford city centre, the prices were surprisingly affordable. It was an unforgettable experience, and I couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate such an important milestone.
- Steven stennettJuly 2025
Great food. You can see the roof tops of Oxford. It might look like something at night. In tge day mew. Dosent stop the gaff having a great vibe. It's really big as well. 3 floors, plenty of space and covers. Uts tucked away so you would pass it unnoticed if you hadn't looked it up or seen it on tiktok. It's also resemble if you do the contact deals with the meal. I rated it, I think you will to.
- Matteo Villani RodolfoAugust 2025
Fantastic views of one of the most iconic parts of the city. Food is decent but not great. Service is fairly attentive. Surprisingly not very busy at lunchtime.






