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Planning your Christmas party? The venue you choose will make or break the night. Whether you want a cosy dinner, a quirky activity bar, a cool pub, or a grand ballroom, London and the UK have no shortage of options.
In this guide, we’ve pulled together the best Christmas party venues in London, plus some standout choices across the UK. From unusual underground crypts to intimate private dining rooms, there’s something here for every team size, budget, and vibe.
⭐ Top Christmas Party Venues in London
London is home to some of the UK’s most exciting Christmas party spaces, ranging from chic private dining rooms to stadium-sized event halls. Here are some of the city’s best-known and most versatile spots:
The Little Orange Door
Located seconds from Clapham Common station, The Little Orange Door is a cosy choice for your upcoming Christmas party. They have three different spaces that can be adapted for your festive event, or you can go big and exclusively hire out the entire venue!
Capacity: Up to 180 People
Price: From £1000 Min Spend
Location: Clapham Common, London
Mulryan Centre For Dance
Home to the English National Ballet, the Mulryan Centre for Dance is the perfect backdrop for your Christmas party. It has several spaces available for hire so whether you have a small group of 20 or a large group of up to 500 people, they can accommodate you.
Capacity: Up to 500 People
Price: From £600-£7000 per day
Location: Docklands, London
TOCA Social
You can find this Christmas party venue in London at the O2 Arena in Greenwich. Play, dine, and score some goals with your team this festive season. Split across two floors, there are several spaces like the Midfield, Corner Bar, and Upper Mezzanine. No matter how many people you have in your group, there is a space for you at TOCA Social.
Capacity: Up to 700 People
Price: From £1500 minimum spend
Location: Greenwich, London
The Bloomsbury Ballroom
Located in London’s West End, just minutes from Holborn and Covent Garden, The Bloomsbury Ballroom is an art deco event space that would make a great option for a more formal Christmas party event. It’s available for both dry or wet hire.
Capacity: Up to 250 people
Price: From £1200 per hour to £4000 per day
Location: Holborn, London
🎭 Unusual Christmas Party Venues in London
If you’re ready to ditch the traditional dinner-dance format, London is bursting with unusual venues that guarantee a Christmas party no one forgets:
Clays Canary Wharf
Host an event with a bang this Christmas! Clays is an excellent alternative to your traditional Christmas party. You’ll participate in a digitised clay shooting experience using world-class technology alongside tasty food and cool cocktails. It’s a really fun activity and definitely an unusual Christmas venue.
The Crypt at St Martin In The Fields
Hosting your Christmas party in an old crypt might not sound that inspiring, but we know this place will completely change your mind. Mixing the traditional with the modern the Crypt features incredible 18th-century architecture and original vaulted ceilings and stone floors.
Night Tales
Another not-so-traditional spot is Night Tales, a club in Hackney, one of the capital’s many exciting up-and-coming areas. This interesting London venue is known for late nights, good music, and frozen cocktails. It’s the way to go if you’re looking for a large space with no venue hire fees that still doesn’t compromise on the eclectic atmosphere.
Location London, Hackney
Capacity 300 standing
Price £5000 minimum spend
Pro tip: Quirky venues like these often get booked quickly by companies looking for something different, so enquire early.
🥂 Small & Intimate Christmas Venues
Not every party needs to be big. Smaller venues can create a more personal, curated experience for teams of 10–60. Here’s where to host a cosy but unforgettable night:
What to Ask Before Booking:
- Does the venue size match your guest list?
- Is catering in-house or BYO?
- What’s the AV setup for speeches or music?
- Are decorations included?
- Is the location easy to reach?
Skylon, River View
Skylon should be at the top of your list if you’re all about impressing with a view. Located on the first floor of the Royal Festival Hall at the Southbank Centre, it offers breathtaking views through its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Thames. Think sparkling city lights while you sip festive cocktails.
For a small venue for a Christmas party, Skylon’s private dining area gives you the perfect spot to enjoy the night without feeling overwhelmed by larger groups. Known for its modern British cuisine and relaxed ambience, it’s ideal for corporate events, drink receptions, and special celebrations of 50 to 60 people.
The Greenhouses
For a Christmas at The Greenhouses, guests will experience a beautifully intimate setting tailored to the celebration. With five distinct spaces, you can choose from a cosy, romantic nook for a quiet evening or a larger, airy greenhouse that accommodates up to 30 guests.
Surrounded by greenery even in the winter, this venue offers a peaceful escape from the holiday chaos. It’s a breath of fresh air (literally) and a charming backdrop for a festive evening. With the right lighting and a few seasonal decorations, this place transforms into a magical wonderland. Perfect for a smaller group that appreciates something a bit more laid-back and eco-conscious.
Thirteen At Chateau Denmark, Dial8
If your team’s vibe is more edgy and alternative, then this small venue for Christmas party will fit the bill. Dark, dramatic, and full of personality, it’s tucked away with a discreet entrance on Flitcroft Street in the heart of London.
What sets this place apart is the carefully curated menu, bespoke cocktails, and fantastic music selection. The moody interiors set the stage for a night that feels exclusive. With a slightly rock ‘n’ roll vibe and a state-of-the-art sound system, Dial8 is the ideal setting for an intimate party of up to 50 guests.
🏟 Large Christmas Party Venues
If you’re planning a blowout bash for hundreds of guests, London has some of the UK’s most impressive large-scale spaces:
Saatchi Gallery
The stunning Saatchi Gallery offers 14 individual galleries for hire. Each one has a standing capacity of 300 and 180 seated so it’s the perfect event space for large Christmas parties. The galleries are fully accessible and it’s a one-of-a-kind place to host your event.
Capacity: Up to 300 People
Price: From £8000 per day
Location: King’s Road, Chelsea, London
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
If you’re looking for an absolutely epic location for your Christmas party, why not hire out Tottenham Hotspur Stadium? They have six different spaces available for hire with capacities ranging from 70 to 1000 people. Enjoy the festive season in this iconic spot!
Capacity: Up to 1000 People
Price: From £2995 per day
Location: Tottenham, London
The Brewery
The Porter Tun at The Brewery is one of the largest and oldest unobstructed event spaces in London, so if you want to go big with your Christmas celebration, this is the venue to do it. Each December a new theme takes over the entire venue and 2023 will see The Brewery Transformed into a 1920’s Chicago Clandestine Club.
🌍 The Best Christmas Party Venues Across the UK
London may lead the pack, but there are plenty of incredible venues outside the capital too:
Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
One of our favourite venues in Manchester is Victoria Warehouse. As you might have guessed it’s an industrial warehouse building available to book for events. It’s a cool blank canvas space you can experiment with and decorate as you’d like. With high ceilings and room for 400 people standing this is a perfect choice if you’re looking to make this year’s celebrations extra everything.
Location Manchester
Capacity Up to 400 guests standing
Price £29 per guest
Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre
What could be better than hiring a space with a dance floor this festive season? We can’t think of much! With 298 bedrooms and a central location (opposite Piccadilly Train Station), Holiday Inn Manchester City Centre is a great option if you have people traveling in from out of town for your Christmas party!
Location Manchester
Capacity Up to 250
Price From £500 per day
Medicine Restaurant and Bar, Birmingham
If you’re looking for a space where you can have a Christmas lunch or dinner with your team, Medicine Restaurant and Bar is a great choice. They have a gorgeous room, the Wine Cellar, that is super cosy, private, and great for smaller groups.
Location Birmingham
Capacity 16
Price £200 minimum spend
Òran Mór, Glasgow
This is one of our absolute favourite venues in the UK. Òran Mór is a breathtakingly beautiful converted church where you feel like you’re a part of the tide of history. It can seat almost 300 people and your guests will be served fantastic Scottish food all night. There are many fantastic venues in Glasgow but this one takes the price, located just opposite the botanic garden. Prepare to get your mind blown!
Location Glasgow
Capacity 400 standing
Price £40 per guest
Roxy Ball Room, Liverpool (Cavern Quarter)
At Roxy Ball Room you’ll find a good time. The venue is spaced between two floors and you can play games like ten pin bowling, ping pong, American pool, beer pong, and more. It’s great for large companies who want their team to have fun, bond, and enjoy themselves!
Location Liverpool
Capacity Up to 400 people
Price POA
🎄 Conclusion
No matter what kind of Christmas party you’re planning, there’s a venue to match:
- London offers everything from glamorous ballrooms to quirky underground crypts.
- Small venues create cosy, intimate experiences.
- Large venues set the stage for epic end-of-year celebrations.
- Alternative and unusual venues guarantee something your team will never forget.
- And across the UK, cities like Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Liverpool all have unique spaces to explore.
✨ The right venue sets the tone, brings your theme to life, and gives your team a night they’ll remember well into the New Year.
👉 Ready to find yours? Share your event details and we’ll be in touch to help you plan the best Christmas party ever!
