If you’re planning a birthday celebration at No131 Cheltenham, adding a photo booth is one of the easiest ways to make the night feel high-energy and personal. You get the atmosphere of a proper Cheltenham night out, plus printed keepsakes guests actually take home and keep.
We recently brought our wooden booth to No131 The Promenade for a birthday party and the behind-the-scenes setup was just as beautiful as the event itself. The venue has that “special occasion” feel the second you walk in, and it suits everything from a stylish 18th to a big 30th, 40th, or private family celebration.
If you’re looking for a local team who knows Cheltenham events well, you can also see our Cheltenham booking options here: Cheltenham photo booth rental
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Number 131 Cheltenham (official website) https://www.no131.com
Why No131 works so well for a photo booth
Cheltenham has plenty of great party venues, but Number 131 is ideal when you want something that feels premium without being stiff.
Here’s why a booth fits so naturally there:
- It matches the look. The building and interiors feel polished, so a wooden booth looks intentional, not like an add-on. It fits in, does not stand out.
- Guests are already in the “celebration” mindset. It’s known for food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere perfect for capturing the night as it unfolds.
- It’s central. Being right on The Promenade makes it easy for guests to arrive, especially when people are coming from different parts of town.
The birthday party vibe: what the booth adds
A photo booth at a birthday party does three key jobs:
1) It breaks the ice fast
Even guests who don’t know each other well end up laughing together within minutes. The booth gives people “something to do” between drinks, speeches, food, and dancing.
2) It creates instant keepsakes
People love a print they can stick on the fridge the next day. It’s not just photos, it’s proof of a great night.
3) It captures the real moments
You get group photos, couples photos, and those spontaneous “this is the best night” shots that always happen at a venue like No131.
Birthday party ideas that work brilliantly at No131
- 18th / 21st – fast prints, high-energy backdrop, guestbook messages (it becomes a time capsule).
- 30th / 40th / 50th – classy layout + a mix of group shots and couples photos. If you want a themed approach, this 40th birthday party photo booth hire with a 1940s twist is a great example: https://madhatphotobooth.com/40th-birthday-party-photo-booth-hire-with-a-1940s-twist/
- “Dress code” parties – black tie, all-black outfits, or a themed colour palette.
- Family milestone birthdays – multi-generation photos (the prints always become keepsakes for grandparents). For more ideas, this guide covers why a booth works so well at birthdays: https://madhatphotobooth.com/birthday-party-booth-the-ultimate-celebration-essential/
- After-dinner private events – start the booth once the party energy lifts (usually after dessert / speeches). If you’re considering a more compact option for smaller spaces, the Selfie Pod can be a brilliant fit
Number 131 also lends itself to private dining celebrations and “house party” style events for groups, which pairs perfectly with a booth running in the background all evening. If you’d like to see the same vibe in other venues, here’s a lovely example from The Frocester George.
If you’re still weighing up location ideas, this round-up covers birthday party photo booth hire across the Cotswolds and surroundings.
Behind the scenes: what setup usually looks like
We keep setup smooth and discreet, especially at venues like this where everything is styled.
- We typically arrive 60–90 minutes before the booth start time to set up, test, and make it look clean in the space.
- You don’t lose hire time to setup.
- We work around the room layout so guests don’t feel blocked in, the booth should feel like a natural part of the party flow.
Space-wise, we usually need around 2.5m x 2.5m for a comfortable setup.
Perfect for Cheltenham celebrations (and local events we do often)
f you’re local, you’ll know how social Cheltenham can be. There are so many birthdays, race-week celebrations, end-of-term parties, and private gatherings that turn into a big night.
We also regularly provide photo booth entertainment for events linked to Cheltenham College (Cheltenham’s well-known boarding school), so we’re used to high standards, fast-paced events, and guests who expect things to feel polished and premium.
f you want a more compact option for a smaller party, our Selfie Pod hire in Cheltenham is here:
http://madhatphotobooth.com/selfie-pod-hire-cheltenham
Quick notes on prints, guestbooks, and galleries
For most private events, guests love the simple combination of:
- Instant prints on the night
- A custom print design to match the party
- An online gallery afterwards for sharing and downloading
It’s the kind of entertainment that works for every age group and it fits perfectly in a venue like Number 131 where people are already dressed up and ready to celebrate.
Planning a birthday party at No131 Cheltenham?
If you’re choosing entertainment for a birthday party at No131, the goal is simple: make it fun, make it look premium, and make sure guests leave with something in their hands.
A photo booth does all three and it fits the vibe of Number 131 perfectly.
For Cheltenham pricing and options, start here:
http://madhatphotobooth.com/cheltenham-photo-booth-rental
FAQs – No 131 Photo Booth (Birthday Parties & Private Events)
Ideally around 2.5m x 2.5m. We’ll adapt to the room layout and make sure it doesn’t interrupt the party flow.
We usually arrive 60–90 minutes before the booth start time. Setup time is not taken from your hire time.
Yes. Prints come out instantly, and we can do duplicate copies so one can go into a guestbook as well.
Yes. We design the print to match your event style (colour palette, names, date, vibe). You’ll see a mock-up before the event.
Yes. You’ll receive an online gallery after the event to view and download your images.
For most parties at Number 131, the best time is once the main party energy starts (often after food / speeches), so guests jump straight into it.
If you’re planning a celebration at No131, we’d love to help you create a party your guests will actually remember. From the custom print design to the full setup on the night, we keep everything simple, polished, and fun. To check availability and get a quote, send us a quick message with your date and rough guest numbers via our Cheltenham photo booth rental page: http://madhatphotobooth.com/cheltenham-photo-booth-rental
If you’re looking for a smaller setup, see our Selfie Pod hire in Cheltenham here: http://madhatphotobooth.com/selfie-pod-hire-cheltenham.
