Exclusive Christmas Party Venues In London
Searching for the crème de la crème of places for your blowout bash come festive season? Look no further. Providing you with a bespoke booking experience and the memorable night to match, we're here to show you (and help you hire) some of London's most exclusive Christmas party venues, from rooftop cocktail bars overlooking the city to world-renowned restaurants that can cater to all of your needs. Time to splash the cash for your Christmas party.
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Last updated on 7th November 2024
LOCKES Covent Garden
When it comes to hosting your next Christmas soiree, Lockes Bar in Covent Garden and Battersea is a brilliant shout. The venue whips up mouthwatering pizzas, wine and cocktails and can accommodate for all types of functions - think festive drinks at the bar or a huge party for up to 160 guests.
Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Want to feel a little bit bougie at your next Christmas event? Hire a cosy igloo or a range of private bar areas at rooftop venue Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant in Central London. Their Christmas menu includes three festive courses for £65, with fine wine and delicious cocktails to accompany it.
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Bbar
If you're on the hunt for Christmas party venues in Victoria, check out Bbar. This South African-inspired restaurant has private space for up to 70 people, or the option to hire the entire venue, with a drinks menu that features over 60 cocktails and 100 wines.
14 Hills
Sky-high spot 14 Hills not only has the views for such an occasion, but also the botanical festive forest interiors and specially curated Monkey 47 cocktail to match. Better yet, expect group feasting menus to fill you up on venison tartare and other British faves.
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Ironmongers' Hall
Found on Shaftesbury Place in the heart of the City, Ironmongers' Hall is a Tudor-style venue that's been around since the 1920s. Not only does it feature high ceilings, stained glass windows and opulent chandeliers, but there are four splendid rooms to choose from - with space for anywhere between 50 and 250 guests.
They can cater the space entirely to your needs, with multiple dining options to choose from - whether it's a formal, sit-down dinner, a buffet or just canapes and drinks.
Bourne & Hollingsworth
To have a choice of spaces for exclusive use come your private Christmas party in London, check out Bourne & Hollingsworth. This stunning restaurant is already decked out with loads of foliage, which is made all the more beautiful with festive touches, sumptuous food spreads and open fires at yuletide.
Skylon Bar and Restaurant
Host a gorgeous Christmas party at Skylon in Waterloo, and enjoy its dazzling winter wonderland bar and views over the Thames. Whether you're looking to hire the entire venue for up to 500 guests or are interested in a delicious four-course tasting menu, this impressive setting has everything you need.
Proud Cabaret City
Proud Cabaret City is a fabulous shout if you're after cool Christmas party venues. These guys offer high-end dining and entertainment experiences in a Prohibition-themed space. Our favourite pick? Check out Burlesque Provocateur Bad Santa for burlesque beauties and lip-smacking fare.
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Horizon 22
Make Horizon 22 your go-to venue for an unforgettable Christmas party, complete with panoramic views and room for up to 500 guests. Perched on the 58th floor of London's tallest skyscraper, this stunning space also holds the title of Europe's highest free public viewing gallery.
With Searcys bringing over 175 years of catering expertise, you and your guests can enjoy exquisite seasonal British dishes, perfectly paired with a range of refreshing wines, beers, and cocktails. Let the festivities begin.
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The Cocktail Club - Various Sites
Whether you're in Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Oxford Circus or beyond, The Cocktail Club are nearby with their fantastic Christmas party offerings. Expect unique, quirky decor across these destinations, with private hire options to suit groups of all sizes at each.
There are all sorts of creative concoctions to sip on here, as well as brilliant party packages - starting from as little as £15 per person.
London Bridge Rooftop
For those of you who fancy taking your celebrations sky-high, snap up London Bridge Rooftop Bar. While surrounded by glittering Christmas trees and cosy heaters, get stuck into mulled wine, tasty food and fun cocktails.
116 Pall Mall
If you really want to impress your guests this year, take them to 116 Pall Mall. This gorgeous, five-storey venue has plenty of space to host your event, decked out in 15-foot chandeliers, grand staircases and original portraits of the Royal Family - all designed by the architect behind Marble Arch and Brighton Pavilion.
There's space for up to 350 guests in one room, or 250 standing, and you can book the whole venue for a maximum of 1,000. But if you're event is slightly smaller, check out their other exclusive areas.
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The Refinery at Regent's Place
Located in Fitzrovia, The Refinery at Regent's Place is a sleek, modern venue flaunting high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfy leather sofas draped in fluffy blankets. There are multiple different wines and cocktails to sip on, as well as a luxurious four-course menu for £129.95 per person.
Tuck into roast turkey with all the trimmings, burrata and black truffle tortellini and a Black Forest chocolate bomb, paired with an espresso martini. Plus, there are a range of private hire options available for exclusive events.
Jin Bo Law
For corporate Christmas party venues, London space Jin Bo Law is miles above the rest (like, actually). Take your team to this City space at the Dorsett Hotel, where cocktails and bar snacks accompany your choice of either private hire or semi-private spaces.
The Milestone Hotel and Residences
Make this holiday season extra magical by celebrating at The Milestone Hotel & Residences. Their custom festive events promise to add a sprinkle of magic to this yuletide season with a variety of delicious food, unforgettable entertainment, and special festive touches. The Festive Cocktail Reception offers a diverse spread of delectable canapés, both hot and cold, and the option to choose your own private dining spot. Meanwhile, Festive Dining serves up a private feast in an array of swish venues, with a menu tailored to your tastes for either lunch or dinner.
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The Forge
With venues as unique as live music space The Forge, your Christmas party will surely be a crowd-pleaser. You can book out the whole venue which can fit up to 300 people or nab a private room if you're looking to host a team dinner party.
Madison
promising some of the most stunning views around, Madison is a rooftop bar that looks out over St Paul's Cathedral. They've got a number of different covered outdoor terraces to choose from, as well as a stylish, modern restaurant space.
You can hire sections of the bar or the whole thing for your Christmas party, with resident DJs for entertainment. Enjoy delicious cocktails from the bar, plus tasty dishes like red shrimp rigatoni, lobster mac 'n' cheese or grilled aubergine parmigiana.
Mina's
Not only does Mina's have a private room that holds up to 25 seated guests, but their signature Chillipiñia is an absolute must-try. Make this stunning spot the pink-hued destination for your exclusive Christmas party and you won't be disappointed.
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Ayllu
Offering you exclusive hire of the entire restaurant for up to 80 guests, Ayllu is a great choice for your Christmas bash. This extra-special venue is decked out in stunning green interiors with jungle features, while also delving out Japanese-Peruvian fusion food with cocktails or wine.
Pergola Brixton
A huge 440 people will fit for exclusive hire of Pergola Brixton, a rooftop venue that's got you covered for your Christmas party. Not only has it got a retractable roof, but also beers, cocktails, street food and plenty of DJ contacts.
Christmas Parties at The Rubens Hotel
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The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel screams opulence with its stunning dining room. For your Christmas party, you can indulge in a celebratory feast of British classics with Champagne to pair, which you can also enjoy in a private space of your own.
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Quaglino's
A luxurious spot that's entertained everyone from Evelyn Waugh to the Queen in the past, Quaglino's is a top choice for a sophisticated seasonal soiree. There's two bars and a restaurant all in one venue, and yo can hire private spaces for up to 60 guests at a time.
Expect plush velvet seating with a dark red colour scheme and touches of gold throughout, having been hosting glamourous events since 1929. As for the menu, expect dressed Devonshire crab, dry-aged steaks, wild mushroom risotto and much more.
Century
For Christmas party packages in London, check out Century. A staple on Shaftesbury Avenue, this exclusive members' space invites you to take in leafy decor, choose from a range of private spaces, and soak up Soho's largest rooftop terrace with views of the West End.
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Aviary Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
One of our top choices (quite literally) for the finest Christmas party venues in London for 2024, Aviary is the City spot that shouts slick. Expect igloo dining in collaboration with Grey Goose, cosy throws and views that'll have your guests wowed from start to finish.
Barrio - Bars In London
With venues in Shoreditch, Angel, Soho and beyond, Barrio is a top choice for fun Christmas parties in your own private space. Their venues offer full venue hire with minimum spends of as little as £1,000, perfect for large groups.
This vibrant, colourful destinations are known for slinging out creative cocktails, which you can enjoy alongside festive bowl food, canapes and sharing platters.
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Disrepute
Having taken the place of 60s spot 'The Pinstripe Club', Disrepute is bringing members' bar vibes and styling from the era to Soho. Hidden away beneath Kingly Court, this stunning spot is bound to wow on the interiors front, while the quirky cocktails are easy to sup.
Dirty Martini: London Cocktail Bars
Looking for a cool space to host your event in? Then look no further than Dirty Martini, with venues in Covent Garden, St Paul's and beyond.
These vibrant venues offer multiple different private hire options, catering for groups of all sizes. Minimum spends can start from as little as £100, with several different food, drink and entertainment packages to choose from.
Tosi Gorgonzola Bar
Tosi Gorgonzola Bar is a slick and intimate restaurant in Mayfair that's got everything you need to make your Christmas do super exclusive. Think the finest Italian produce, from beef tartare to meats, cheeses, oysters and seabass crudo, all accompanied by fine wine.
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Thames Luxury Charters
Looking for somewhere a little more unique to host your Christmas party at? Then check out Thames Luxury Charters, who've got three different vessels available for private hire. There's space for anywhere between 20 and 600 people on their boats, ranging from their intimate Edwardian to the huge Dixie Queen - the only Thames-based charter boat that requires Tower bridge to open, adding a little spectacle to your event. You'll get to see some amazing views as you cruise down the river, with plenty of delicious food and drink up for grabs too.
Lokma
Lokma is the ultimate, slick Christmas party venue nestled in Bermondsey, a few steps away from London Bridge station. It boasts delicious set feasting platters for friends and family, featuring authentic cuisine such as mezze platters and homemade baklavas.
St Pancras Bar and Brasserie | Private Dining and Private Hire
St Pancras by Searcys Brasserie and Champagne Bar is located inside the station, boasting the longest Champagne bar in Europe and lots of opulent gold touches around the venue. They offer brilliant set menus and tasty bar snacks, catering to your needs at parties.
They've got several private rooms to choose from, or you can hire part of or the entire venue. There's room for up to 400 people at a time here, perfect for larger events.
Sartoria
From private dining spaces to an intimate wine room and even exclusive private hire of the whole restaurant, Italian venue Sartoria has all bases covered for creating an extra special festive occasion. Think everything from tortellini in marsala-truffle broth to veal and tiramisu on the menu.
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Arcade Food Hall
When you want the space all to yourself to make your private Christmas party extra special? Check out Arcade Food Hall, which has space for 300 seated and 400 standing. Ideal for a big one, the platters here also start at £22.50 per person and fill you guests up on everything from Mexican to Nepalese.