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Featured London Christmas Party Venues
Organising the office Christmas party is a huge task. We’ve put together some of the best Spaces in London to get you started.
Christmas On The Strand, Bourne & Hollingsworth Presents
This festive period, book your Christmas party at an event Space in the heart of London
It's the season to be jolly this November and December 2018!
This multi-floored festive hideaway is...
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The Great Gatsby Immersive Experience, St James' Court, London. A Taj Hotel
Looking for something a little out of the ordinary this Christmas? Take your team down to The Great Gatsby Christmas Experience at St James' Court, A Taj Hotel London for the best office Christma...
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The Vault, The Boundary Project
Hire The Vault at The Boundary Project for a fantastic venue hire in London
Book The Vault, hidden under the bustling streets of Shoreditch at The Boundary Project. The Vault boasts a ouble-...
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Main Hall, The Steel Yard
Welcome to the Main Hall at The Steel Yard - versatile venue hire in London!
Located in the heart of London, underneath Cannon Bridge Station. The Steel Yard has been extensively refurbishe...
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Whole Venue Hire, Patch St Paul's
The newly refurbished, light, airy and contemporary venue, Patch St. Paul's, suits all types of functions with a flexible multi-room layout which fits perfectly clients looking for a unique venue...
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HotBox London, HotBox London
Hire HotBox London for a fantastic unique venue hire in London
Book HotBox, a venue housed in a former street art gallery. This grade II listed building is now the home of award winning BBQ ...
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Sapphire, Puttshack
Welcome to the newest venue in London - Puttshack. Your next party venue to hire that's bound to impress.
If you are holding an event then our Exclusive Area overlooking the Sapphire Course...
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Florence Hall, RIBA
Hire Florence Hall at RIBA for one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer!
RIBA offers award-winning venue hire at their landmark 1930s headquarters building on Portland Pla...
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Assembly Hall, Shoreditch Town Hall
Shoreditch Town Hall is one of the most popular and spectacular venues to hire in East London. It would make the perfect space for a private dining event, conference or other corporate event.
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The Ditch, Shoreditch Town Hall
Hire The Ditch at Shoreditch Town Hall for one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer.
The Ditch is the untouched basement of the original Grade II listed building. A dozen ...
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Full Floor at Altitude 360, Altitude London
Hire The Full Floor at Altitude 360, Altitude London for a unique and inspiring venue hire in London.
Hire Altitude 360 for a breathtaking venue hire with spectacular views of London. Altitu...
Complete Venue Hire, Scarlett Green
Hire Scarlett Green for one of the best options for venue hire Soho has to offer!
Positioned slap bang in the middle of Soho, Scarlett Green draws upon Melbourne and Sydney café culture to ...
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The Prince Albert Suite, ZSL London Zoo
The Prince Albert Suite at the ZSL London Zoo is one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer.
The Prince Albert Suite is a Georgian building that encompasses classic grandeur...
Full Venue Hire, Simmons | Clerkenwell
Exclusively hire the entirety of Simmons Clerkenwell for your next private party in London!
Simmons Clerkenwell is a spacious bar set over two floors set on a prime corner spot, within minut...
Event Space, Work.Life Fitzrovia
Work.Life Fitzrovia offers Guests an incredible event Space, ideal for an array of astounding occasions
Work.Life is a new co-working Space in Fitzrovia, London, flexible and furnished for c...
Full venue Hire, Simmons Bar | Farringdon
Simmons | Farringdon is our newest venue, located within minutes walk from both Farringdon and Barbican stations on the historic Charterhouse Street.
Currently, our largest venue set across...
Best Pubs in London for Christmas Parties
from £5,000min spend
The Mess, The Guard House
The Guard House is Woolwich’s village pub just a stone's throw away Woolwich Arsenal train station and DLR line. They specialise in easy-going good times with delicious food served all day and a cr...
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from £150min spend
Boulogne Bar, Bull and Gate
The Boulogne Bar at the Bull and Gate pub in London for either semi-private or private venue hire in London.
The Bull & Gate pub has a whole host of different areas that are the perfect sett...
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from £10per delegate
River Room, The Waterside
Hire the River Room at The Waterside for private venue hire in London that can seat up to 100 guests.
With outstanding views over the Thames, The Waterside pub has a number of versitle spac...
from £250min spend
Whole Venue, Alexander Pope
Want a traditional British pub to hire in Twickenham? Welcome to Alexander Pope brought to your by the team at Youngs.
32 bedroom Hotel and pub within walking distance of Twickenham, on the ...
from £20per delegate
The Snug & The Eyrie, The Spread Eagle
Combined hire of The Snug & The Eyrie at The Spread Eagle pub in Camden offers one of the best party venues for your next event.
The Spread Eagle is located in the heart of vibrant Camden T...
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from £10per delegate
Snug, The Bull
Hire the Snug at The Bull pub for one of the best options for private dining in a traditional British pub.
The Bull is spread over two floors and encompasses a wide range of tailorable area...
from £5,000min spend
Semi Private Party, The Spring Grove
Hire The Spring Grove for your next private venue hire in London
Whether it be a small and informal get together with a group of friends, or a lavish party to celebrate your recent achieveme...
from £5,000min spend
Table for 40, The Naturalist
Nestled between Manor House tube and Stamford Hill train stations lies The Naturalist. A perfect option for private parties in Woodberry Down
The Naturalist is a stunning new pub venue set o...
from £5,000min spend
The Mess Room, The Old Brewery
Hire The Mess Room at The Old Brewery for a unique venue hire in London
With stunning features influenced by Naval heritage, The Mess Room offers a unique experience for your private hire ne...
from £10,000min spend
Whole Venue Hire, Long Arm Pub
Tank FreshTM beer, an in-house brewery and a range of beer cocktails, Long Arm Pub & Brewery situated at the Worship Street entrance of the Hotel is a beer-lovers paradise. Accompanying the beers i...
from £1,000min spend
Blue Room, Windmill Clapham
Hire the Blue Room at the Windmill pub in Clapham for one of the best pubs with private dining London has to offer.
The Windmill in Clapham is a traditional British country pub, well positio...
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from £500min spend
The Trinity Room, County Arms
The Trinity Room at the County Arms pub is one of the best options for private dining London has to offer
Sitting proudly on the edge of Wandsworth Common, The County Arms is a grand Victor...
Large London Christmas Party Venues
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from £1,850per day
Main Hall, The Steel Yard
Welcome to the Main Hall at The Steel Yard - versatile venue hire in London!
Located in the heart of London, underneath Cannon Bridge Station. The Steel Yard has been extensively refurbishe...
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from £7,500per day
Soane Hall and Galleries, One Marylebone
Built in 1826 on its own ‘island’ in the heart of the capital, One Marylebone opened its doors in 2008 and quickly rose to become one of the leading event spaces in the Capital. Beautifully refurbi...
from £10,000per evening
The Grand Temple - Exclusive Christmas Party, Freemasons' Hall
Hire the Grand Temple at The Freemasons' Hall for your next Christmas party venue hire in the heart of London.
We are delighted to offer the unique and beautiful Grand Temple & Vestibules at...
from £74per delegate
Christmas Party, Cutty Sark Greenwich
This iconic London venue provides flexibility in a beautifully unique heritage setting, boasting spectacular riverside views, with a sweeping outlook across the Thames to the city beyond.
Th...
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from £6,500min spend
The Ballroom, Amba Hotel Charing Cross
Royal Opera House architect, Edward Middleton Barry designed the room at the height of his popularity in 1864.
Intimate or grand and all-inclusive, whatever your wedding plans, Amba Hotel Chari...
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from £10,000min spend
1901 Ballroom, Andaz Hotel
Set in what was once the Great Eastern Hotel’s original ballroom, the magnificent Grade 2 listed 1901 Restaurant can be exclusively hired for 80 to 120 guests, providing an elegant setting in which...
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from £30,000per day
Exclusive Venue Hire, Battersea Evolution
Battersea Evolution is a spectacular London venue to hire for large-scale private parties, business conferences, gala dinners and exhibitions.
Battersea Evolution is London's most versatile ...
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from £5,000per day
Exclusive Hire, Here East
Here East is the perfect London venue for a wide range of different events. Located in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the versatile, award-winning venue could host your next conference, exhibi...
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from £3,200per evening
Tiger Territory, ZSL London Zoo
Tiger Territory at the ZSL London Zoo is perfect for unique London venue hire!
Visitors to Tiger Territory will embark on a journey through an Indonesian habitat, coming face-to-face with b...
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from £20,000per day
The Grand Hall, Old Billingsgate
If you are looking for a spectacular London venue to hire for your next corporate event, The Grand Hall at Old Billingsgate is perfect for you
The Grand Hall is Old Billingsgate's largest Sp...
from £40,000min spend
Exclusive Hire, German Gymnasium
Exclusively Hire the German Gymnasium for one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer!
On a finite number of occasions, German Gymnasium can be hired exclusively for breakfas...
from £4,500per evening
White Tower , Tower of London
Want a unique London venue to hire? Welcome to the White Tower at the iconic London landmark, the Tower of London.
The Tower of London have opened up an invitation to all to enjoy this hist...
Unusual London Christmas Party Venues
from £56per delegate
The Arnold Hills, London Stadium
Hire The Arnold Hills at London Stadium for your next corporate event with a difference!
This premium events space at the London Stadium pays homage to a true visionary. Arnold Hills was a ...
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from £4,000min spend
Jin Bo Law, Dorsett City Hotel
Jin Bo Law is the newest rooftop bar in the City of London at the Dorsett City Hotel, the best option for your next party venue in London.
Elevate to the 14th floor of Dorsett City Hotel in...
from £73per delegate
Livery Hall, Clothworkers' Hall
Hire the Livery Hall at the Clothworkers' Hall for one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer!
The Livery Hall at Clothworkers' Hall can seat an impressiive240 delegates for...
from £86per delegate
A Christmas by The Thames, Little Ship Club
Hire Traditional Christmas at Little Ship Club, a transformed venue for the best Christmas events in London.
Nowhere surpasses the riverside views of the Little Ship Club for a festive wate...
from £83per delegate
Traditional Christmas Package, Haberdashers' Hall
Book the Traditional Christmas Hire at Haberdashers' Hall, a stunning space for your Christmas celebration.
Traditional Christmas theming turns this one of a kind historic yet contemporary ...
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from £9,750per evening
Making the Modern World, Science Museum
An exceptional space chronicling the inventions that formed modern society, this breath-taking gallery is available for evening hire. It is perfect for a spectacular large-scale event, accommodatin...
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from £1,920per evening
The Clubhouse, Greenwich Yacht Club
For a truly unique London venue to hire for your next private dining event take a look around The Clubhouse at the Greenwich Yacht Club.
The Clubhouse Bar has to be seen to be believed! This...
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from £9,750per evening
Flight, Science Museum
Hire Flight at the Science Museum - an iconic and unique venue to hire in the city that'll be a sure way to impress your guests.
Let your imagination soar in this inspiring gallery, which te...
from £76per delegate
The Mappin Pavilion , ZSL London Zoo
Hire The Mappin Pavilion at ZSL London Zoo for one of the best options for venue hire London has to offer for your next corporate event!
This beautiful Grade II listed building overlooks th...
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from £4,500per evening
Mail Rail, The Postal Museum
For more than 75 years, the Mail Rail event space was a vital artery in Britain’s communication network.
It was keeping information and conversations flowing but hidden from the view. Now ...
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from £1,500per evening
Exclusive Areas, Bounce, Old Street - The Home of Ping Pong
Each Bounce has a sequestered area which is available to reserve for an extended period for those groups who would like an exclusive space yet still be a part of the vibrancy of the rest of the mai...
from £20,000per day
Full Venue Hire, Puttshack
Want to treat your group to something well above par? Exclusively hire the entire Puttshack London venue!
Celebrations, team socials, networking, team building. Puttshack do them al! This fu...
Intimate London Christmas Party Venues
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from £2,500min spend
Lounge Bar, Apples and Pear Bar
The Lounge Bar at the Apples and Pear Bar is one of the best party venues in London for a wide range of different events.
Apples and Pear is an East London cocktail bar that's sure to impre...
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from £2,500min spend
The George, Andaz Hotel
There's nowhere better to host your next private party than in one of the best pubs to hire in London.
The true style of a classic English pub can be found in George. Quintessentially Briti...
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from £1,000per day
Mezzanine, The Banker
Hire the Mezzanine at The Banker for one of the best private dining venues London has to offer!
If you are looking for pubs with private rooms in London then the Banker is an ideal venue fo...
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from £45per delegate
Christmas Party, The Ampersand Hotel
Get into the festive spirit here with us at The Ampersand Hotel!
We are delighted to offer Christmas packages for you and your guests, which include festive themed menus, décor, music, and p...
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from £1,250min spend
Basement Bar Exclusive Hire, Nelson's Head
Hire the Basement Bar at Nelson's Head for one of the best private party venues London has to offer. Ideal for birthdays, engagement drinks and Christmas do's!
The Nelson's Head quirky, sec...
from £84per delegate
Gin Making Experience, The Distillery
For your next private event, The Ginstitute boasts a brilliant choice for hire
At 186 Portobello Road lies The Distillery, a four-floor haven for the discerning drinker. Think post-work cock...
Christmas in London
London is the land of opportunity and choice. With lots of venues to choose from it can be a daunting task. When it comes to the ultimate party season where all the venues are claiming to be the best it’s hard to know where to begin.
We've put together some of the best options for venue hire in London so your office Christmas party can get off to a flying start.
The pressure is on to find a venue that will please everyone, so we've got a huge range of options for you to choose from for 2018. Cool and quirky for the casual team get-together or sleek and chic for a corporate event. You'll find it all here!
These party venues in London are the best of the best and are a sure way to kick start the holiday spirit.
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If it’s your turn in charge of hosting this year’s Christmas party it can be a daunting task. There’s lots of people to try and please and a strict budget to stick too.
We’ve put together a guide of top things to consider when planning your Christmas party to help you through the process. Let’s get started shall we!
Venue Type
When it comes to Christmas parties in London there are plenty of options you can go for! Whether that’s a traditional private dining event or an unusual activity with your team, we’ve uncovered some of the best ideas the city has to offer to help you organise one of the best parties ever.
So if this year is your year to organise the office christmas party then we’ve got the lowdown on some of the fun things you should do! Here are some work christmas party ideas that will keep your Guests happy.
Christmas Dinner Party
A classic option for a Christmas work party is to host a festive feast at one of London’s top private dining rooms. You can offer your Guests either a traditional Christmas roast or an alternative menu - accompany this with some of your favourite wine or cocktails and you’ll have some very merry Guests.
Hosting a Christmas dinner party can be stressful but as long as you leave enough notice to get everything ready in plenty of time then it should be a breeze. Make sure you find a location that’s best suited for the majority of your guests and that all attendees can be catered for in terms of dietary requirements and facilities.
Affordable Christmas Party venues
Not all companies have a big budget to blow on a huge work Christmas party - and there are plenty of options for affordable festive venues that won’t break the bank. You could hire a semi-private area in a top London bar for some festive cocktails or think a little outside the box and go for a team activity rather than a party.
We have plenty of fun team activities that you could do with your hardworking team to celebrate the beginning of the festive season - and then go to your local afterwards for a celebratory drink.
Shared Christmas Party venues
Another option is to host a shared Christmas party - if you’re a fellow start-up from a co-working office Space then why not join forces and host one of London’s best shared Christmas parties where all the teams can join together for some festive fun!
As well as saving a bit of money, there are lots of other benefits to hosting a shared Christmas party. You get to socialise with new people, as your new team will be will be part of a much bigger crowd of people all joining in the festive celebrations.
You will also get to experience something you usually wouldn’t get to experience - if you’re coming from a small company you probably wouldn’t have the budget to host a huge themed party in one of the top London venues. But with a shared Christmas party you can treat your team to the lavish night that they deserve. Taking part in a shared party also takes a lot of the stress away of having to organise the Christmas do - all you have to do is book, pay and show up to a venue near you and they will take care of the rest.
Unusual Christmas venues
This year, why not try something a little different for your London Christmas party? If you want to wow your attendees why not hire an unusual party venue this year.
We’ve uncovered some of the most unusual venues in London, so weather you want to sail along the River Thames with a glass of bubbly, rent a blank canvas warehouse for an evening of personalised festive fun or partake in a round or two of London’s craziest mini-golf course before a delicious catered meal - an unusual venue will make your event stand out from the crowd.
If you’re still struggling for ideas of what to do for this year’s event then check out our HeadBox Guide to Christmas Party Venues for some inspiration. Now we've discussed the type of party you can go for let's get down to the most important things to consider when choosing the perfect Space this Christmas.
Availability
Prime party dates are extremely competitive. Make sure you get in early to secure the perfect venue. Every year, there will be that one date that event planners all over London just can’t shift, as well as there being a prime date that everyone wants. So make sure you think about when you want your party to be. No one wants to go for a big festive night out on a Monday - so make sure you plan your Christmas party around the working week.
You should consider that the closer you get to the 25th, some of your team may have booked the run up days off of work - send out a suggestion of dates to your team and go for the one with the most attendees so that as few people have to miss out as possible.
Attendees
Whenever you’re on the hunt for a venue to hire in London always have the needs of your Guests in mind.
This idea is at its most important when looking for a Christmas party venue as it’s the one time of year that your whole team can let their hair down and celebrate their successes.
If you’re thinking of a catered party then make sure you are aware of any dietary requirements or special facilities such as disabled access so that everyone feels comfortable.
Decoration & Ambiance
Most London venues will decorate their Space for Christmas which probably won’t be ready at the time of your site visit. So, ask the events team if they have any photos of the Space when it’s decorated for Christmas so you have a good idea of what the venue will look it by the time your event comes around.
And if you want to add your own personal stamp on the venue? Be sure to ask if you’re allowed to bring in any of your own decorations as well. Get your Christmas crackers at the ready!
For those who are hiring a blank canvas Space like a warehouse venue you will have free rein with the Space’s decor, which is always fun. Have a think about what you want in advance and work out the budget you can set aside for decorations - whether that’s over the top tinsel or a more sleek and sophisticated Christmas decor.
Entertainment
For those hosting a large scale Christmas party, you should get thinking about what entertainment you want at the event. Will it be a singer, magician or burlesque dancer? Having a source of entertainment is always a good way of making sure everyone is having a good time at the party as well as breaking up the evening.
Budget
Every Christmas the prices for London venue hire slowly but surely increase as venues need to accommodate for a lot more events than their average month. Make sure you have this in mind when planning your event as you may need to increase the budget slightly compared to the normal events you organise for your company.
There are lots of things that might go into your office Christmas party budget.
Along with the venue hire fees you will also have food, drinks and maybe even transportation to think about as well. And then any additional costs for decorations, party favours and final touches to the event which all need to be considered before saying yes to the venue.
Christmas Party Mistakes to Avoid
Every year people make the same old mistakes when it comes to planning a the work Christmas party - so don’t be that guy! Here are our top 5 mistakes to avoid at all costs:
Holding the party in the office Your team spend far too much time in the office as it is and the last thing they will want to do is spend a night there too. Plus it means you’re in charge of the clean up! Which doesn’t sound very festive to us. An office will always be an office no matter how hard you try to decorate it with tacky tinsel and budget fairy lights, so try not to cut corners on the venue cost by hosting the it in the office.
Hosting the event out of town Although hosting a big Christmas do out of town may seem like a good idea, sometimes it’s more of a hassle than it’s worth! Hiring an elegant country home for the evening may seem attractive but it adds extra organisational tasks on your to do list. You will have the added task of arranging travel and transport to and from the venue. It may also result in more of your team having to drive or leave early so they can catch the last train back from the middle of nowhere. And taxis back will be hideously expensive, whether you put them on the company card or make your guests pay for themselves.
Leaving everything to the last minute You have all year to think about what you want to do for the festive season so don’t let November roll around before you start trying to make your plans a reality. All the good venues will be taken and all the prime dates will have been filled up since way back in September.
Don’t expect any work to be done the day after Your hardworking team will probably not be as hardworking after one too many mulled wines, so maybe planning a Christmas event at the beginning of the week is a little unfair. Thursday’s and Friday’s are prime days of the week to host the festive party so get in early to secure one of these days. And be kind, maybe speak to the boss about getting a late start the next day so that everyone can let their hair down without worrying about that 6.00am alarm.
Not daring to be different Some Christmas parties tend to mould into one big tinsel tangle of carol singing and reheated mince pies. This year think outside the box and don’t stick to tradition. Host a night that everyone will talk about!
Good luck with your quest to organise the best Christmas Party your Guests have ever seen. Why not get started and browse our London venue hire collections for some more inspiration. If you’d like some more top venue tips, then head on over to our blog here.
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