Christmas Party Venues In Richmond

Straddling the River Thames and with close proximity to the gorgeous lights at Kew Gardens, this part of London has a cosy feel come the winter months. Take your pick from roast dinners with all the trimmings, pubs with fireplaces and bustling bars for your office party; all in our guide to the best Christmas party venue ideas near Richmond.

For more inspiration, read our complete London Christmas guide.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 14th November 2024




The Orange Tree Richmond

An open fire, hot mulled wine or cider, and a choice between a Christmas party sharing spread or a three sit-down courses? It can only be The Orange Tree, one of the best Christmas party venues for hire in Richmond. Whether you hire a 12-person semi-private alcove, grab the cosy back bar for up to 20 people or opt for the larger lounge seating up to 40, this venue delivers.

As for food, expect the likes of ham hock, chestnut and cranberry terrine, rump of beef with goose fat roast potatoes and classic apple crumble on the main menu. Otherwise, the sharing choices span braised ox cheek mini beef burgers, baked Cornish camembert with sourdough for dunking, and more - all pairing perfectly with prosecco receptions, beer and wine at standing parties.

Old Ship Richmond

A top-rated historical and traditional pub, the Old Ship on King Street is a friendly local from Youngs that has two roaring fires and cosy bookable areas, including the left and right upper decks. Opt to have your very own bar and tuck into three courses of festive fare or standing party sharers, from loaded hasselback potatoes with braised ox cheek to camembert with sourdough.

If you go for the sit-down meal though, expect the likes of Hampshire venison with partridge, crab and crayfish cocktail, and brandy ice cream atop Christmas pudding. That's your festive do sorted.

Megan's at the Old Town Hall (Richmond)

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This Christmas, elevate your holiday celebrations at Megan's at the Old Town Hall in Richmond, a stunning venue that blends historic charm with festive flair. Housed in a beautifully restored building, Megan's offers a unique and stylish backdrop for your party, making it the perfect place to gather with friends, family, or colleagues.

From the moment you step inside, you'll be greeted by the haunt's signature warm, Mediterranean-inspired interiors, decked out in twinkling lights and festive decorations. Whether you're sipping on a mulled wine, or toasting with prosecco, you'll find the festive atmosphere is in full swing. The menu is a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavours, with everything from indulgent sharing platters to mouthwatering seasonal specials - perfect for an evening of feasting and fun. Oh, and don't forget about its Twickenham outpost too. 

No 1 Duke Street

From festive party menus for standing parties to turkey dinner or mushroom wellington feasting boards with all the trimmings, designed to share across a sit-down meal, No1 Duke Street has options aplenty for your Christmas parties this season. Think spiced apple cider wings, truffle cheese toasties, harissa-spiced roast potatoes and more, plus a choice of drinks packages.

There's even a private dining room to hire, with space for 30 seated and 80 standing, so you can take your festivities up a notch.

The White Cross

Found off Water Lane on Richmond Riverside, The White Cross is a landmark and legendary locally, having been rebuilt in 1780 and served Young's fine ales since 1869. Enjoy wintertime sunsets with the Thames lapping at the door, with Christmas hot toddies, mulled with and prosecco receptions kicking off any Christmas celebrations here.

The dining room has space for 20 seated and 30 standing if you're after small Christmas party venue hire in Richmond. Meanwhile, you can choose between a three-course dinner or a festive sharing menu for standing receptions - both with your pick of drinks packages to accompany.

The Lass O' Richmond Hill

The Lass O' Richmond Hill boasts a gorgeous location atop Richmond Hill, as well as a love of all things British - working closely with farmers, producers and artisans - with every bite of their food telling stories from across the British Isles. Thanks to offerings spanning prosecco and mulled wine receptions, sit-down Christmas dinners, sharing festive menus and more, they've also got your Christmas party in Richmond all wrapped up.

Choose between sitting down with curried parsnip soup, rump of beef and treacle tart, or go for everything from cheese boards with crisp breads to baked camembert and oysters to share. Either way, you can add on drinks packages and hire spaces in the dining room looking over the garden or in front of a crackling open fire.

Gaucho Richmond

Home of award-winning Argentinian steak, which comes from premium Black-Angus cattle that graze on the meadows of Las Pampas on hand-selected farms, Gaucho is always a prime destination for feasting on Latin American cuisine. Think beef that's carbon neutral from a brand with over 30 years of experience in the field.

This West London location is particularly spectacular, given its riverside vistas - a perfect pick of Christmas party restaurants in Richmond. Their festive set menu sets you back £55 per person and includes three courses spanning the likes of roasted, spiced squash and turkey ballotine with chestnut stuffing and truffle, alongside a more informal sharing menu and a choice of drinks packages too.

Slug and Lettuce Richmond

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A no-fuss bar known for providing people with themed cocktails and crowd-pleasing food, Slug and Lettuce is a great pick for catering to your Christmas guests. Find the Richmond venue on Water Lane, dishing out festive buffets spanning smoked pulled pork and turkey bao buns, pigs in blankets, festive nachos and more. Otherwise, there are two and three-course set menus or festive bottomless brunches available for smaller groups.