Best Christmas Party Venues Near London Bridge

Looking to impress your office this year? Meeting up with friends for Secret Santa after work? Keeping it casual with festive drinks? Whether it's a private lounge with views of the River Thames as you tuck into a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings or a quirky party as you and your crew take over the entire area, we've rounded up the best venues for a Christmas party near London Bridge. 

For more inspiration, check out our complete Christmas guide.

Last edited by Jasmine Lee Kennedy

Last updated on 19th November 2024




Hydrant

Right next to the iconic Monument, The Hydrant is a two-storey City pub that also offers a delicious menu of pub grub and small plates. Sink into their plush leather booths, surrounded by exposed brick walls and firefighting memorabilia, while tucking into dishes like braised beef ciabatta, beer-battered haddock with chips or a spinach and potato bhaji burger.

You can hire the full venue for a maximum of 400 gusts, or make use of their mezzanine that can fit anywhere between 45 and 150 people at a time. Plus, they've got a more intimate private room that seats 12.

The Old School Yard

Happy Hour

A quirky venue that taps into the nostalgic yearning for simpler times, The Old School Yard is a Long Lane venue that permanently has the clocks set to 3.10pm - making you feel like you've just left school. The cocktail selection here is one of the best, and they also serve delicious pizzas, burgers and party platters.

There are multiple private hire options here, including the karaoke room - costing as little as £150 for two hours. You can also book a private room for 150 people, or 50 seated, as well as entire venue hire, with minimum spends starting at £350. While you're here, you can play Mario Kart on a Nintendo 64 machine, as well as a Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles arcade, pinball or table football.

Barrowboy & Banker

Barrowboy & Banker is the perfect plot to check out when it comes to Christmas dinner venues. You can enjoy a buffet feast for £27 per person and tuck into the likes of black pudding Scotch eggs, turkey sliders and flatbreads. You can also grab a delicious two-course meal for £40.95 (or three courses for £44.95), featuring dishes such as slow-braised beef shin and wild mushroom ravioli.

Banker

The banker can be found on Cousin Lane, boasting a spacious outdoor terrace alongside trendy interiors that feature domed ceilings, exposed brick walls and comfy leather booths. They serve everything from crispy squid to mezze platters and braised pork belly here, as well as an extensive list of Fuller's cask ales.

There's something to suit Christmas soirees of all sizes here, whether you want to hire their entire venue or one of two private rooms. There's room for anywhere between 20 and 300 people here, perfect for dinner parties or drinks and dancing.

The Cocktail Club Monument

Christmas Happy Hour 2024

Inspired by the classic Savile Row style tailors, The Cocktail Club at Monument is a stylish bar that will transport you back to the 70s. Expect quirky portraits of animals hanging on exposed brick walls, with comfy sofas to sink into.

For an exclusive event, you can hire the entire venue for up to 130 guests, or 60 seated. Minimum spends start from £1,500, with cracking food and drinks packages up for grabs as well.

The Glasshouses

Sip & Slide.

For something a little different this year, check out The Glasshouses. This quirky event space includes three different all-glass venues that boast amazing views of the river and Tower Bridge, and you can hire them for up to 350 guests.

They offer brilliant activities here too, including curling lanes, wreath making workshops and paint and sip sessions - plus you can add on bottomless drinks.

Lokma

Ultimate Bottomless and 5 other offers

Whipping up homemade baklava and other delectable Turkish treats, Lokma is a great shout if you're looking for a Christmas party venue near London Bridge with a twist. The sleek décor, with its minimalist design and cosy lighting, creates a stylish backdrop for your event, while the team at Lokma is dedicated to delivering an unforgettable experience.

Hire the Fez Room for up to 70 of your friends, or the whole venue for up to 250 guests. The menu is a showstopper, offering a delicious mix of Mediterranean small plates and sharing platters, perfect for a festive feast. Think roast lamb with pomegranate, crispy calamari, hummus with warm flatbreads, and an array of mezze that will delight your guests and keep the conversation flowing.

The Mug House

Tucked away under London Bridge Station, The Mug House is a historic pub that boasts traditional interiors and pewter tankards hanging from their old-fashioned bar. As well as a cracking selection of ales, you'll find a menu full of British favourites, made using top-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

There are two private dining rooms to choose from, with space for anywhere between 16 and 50 people at a time. Whether it's a sit-down dinner, a buffet or just a drinks reception, they can cater the spaces entirely to your needs.

Dirty Martini Monument

If you're looking for fun Christmas party ideas near London Bridge, be sure to check out Dirty Martini Monument. This vibrant venue is known for its happy hour prices and late-night parties, boasting an extensive cocktail menu that features everything from a blood orange and vanilla martini to the stonefruit spritz.

You can hire out this sleek basement bar for up to 350 peole at a time, with minimum spends starting from £1,000. Or for a smaller event, their private Cocktail Cabinet room has a capacity of 120, with minimum spends beginning at £200.

The Oyster Shed

Flaunting views of The Shard and beyond from its location right on the bank of the Thames, The Oyster Shed is a pretty stylish spot to host your seasonal shindigs at. You can tuck into a range of fresh seafood, gastropub fare and even Sunday roasts in gorgeous surrounds, and there's even an outdoor terrace too.

For a dinner party, The Captain's Table provides an intimate atmosphere for your meal. They also offer three other private rooms for anywhere between 10 and 200 guests, with floor-to-ceiling windows that really make the most of the area surrounding the bar.

Be At One Monument

Make your way to King William Street to discover Be At One Monument, where they're all about great vibes and delicious cocktails. They offer everything from an amaretto sour to the white mocha-tini on their extensive drinks menu, with a happy hour between 6 and 10pm Sunday to Friday.

If you're planning a big party, then hire the entire venue for up to 270 people, or 125 seated. Or for something a little more intimate, check out their basement space that fits between 60 and 170 guests.

Salt Yard Borough

If you're searching for a stylish and vibrant venue for your Christmas party, Salt Yard at London Bridge offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable festive celebration. With its contemporary design and inviting atmosphere, the eatery combines elegance with a warm, relaxed vibe - ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger parties.

This Mediterranean-inspired restaurant serves a mouth-watering selection of seasonal dishes, including a variety of delicious tapas that are perfect for sharing. Indulge in flavours like Loch Duart salmon with pickled shallots, braised feather blade of beef, and patatas bravas with Manchego - all expertly prepared to highlight the best of the season's produce.

Belushi's and The Dugout London Bridge

£5 Cocktails all day! and 6 other offers

A stone's throw from both London Bridge and Borough stations, Belushi's and The Dugout is a spacious venue spread across two floors. The American-inspired destination features rock and roll decor, alongside a large stage, plenty of HD screens and two separate bars.

They've got four private rooms to choose from, and they offer entire venue hire too. There's space for anywhere between 10 and 300 guests at a time across these areas, with minimum spends starting from only £200. There's all sorts of beers and cocktails to choose from, paired with a tasty menu of wings, burgers, pizzas and more.

Lantana London Bridge

Bottomless Brunch Available.

Looking for a relaxed yet stylish spot to host your Christmas party? Lantana near London Bridge is the perfect choice. With its vibrant, cosy atmosphere and a menu bursting with delicious seasonal dishes, this Australian-inspired café-restaurant offers a laid-back yet memorable setting for your festive gathering.

The basement can fit up to 60 of your friends, whereas the entire venue can be secured exclusively for around 120. Treat your guests to dishes like Aussie-style roast turkey with cranberry sauce or scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, paired with creative cocktails and great coffee.

The Refinery, Bankside

Found within the Blue Fin Building on Southwark Street, The Refinery on Bankside is a welcoming destination decked out in colourful furniture and lots of greenery. With a spacious interior and an outdoor terrace, this is a top choice for large Christmas parties.

You can hire the terrace for up to 200 guests, or 100 seated, while entire venue hire gives you space for up to 400 people. They're serving a three-course set festive menu for £49.95 per person, or they offer a number of buffet options too. Plus, you can take advantage of all kinds of drinks packages while you're here.