Quirky Christmas Party Venues In London

• Location: 28-30 Houndsditch, City of London, EC3A 7DB
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 70 max
• Nearest station: Liverpool Street 
• Summary: immersive, Western cocktail experience

Well, howdy partner. Take your quirky Christmas party to its logical conclusion and go full Wild West at this fabulous themed pop up in East London. Gather your friends or work colleagues for and enjoy everything the Moonshine Saloon has to offer.

Smuggle in liqueur which will then be used by the bartenders to whip up some delicious drinks, all while you get involved in illicit operations to through the Sherriff off Clyde Cassidy's back. 

• Location: Unit 3B, Rosewood Building, Hackney Road, E2 8GY
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 180 max 
• Nearest station: Hoxton
• Summary: immersive, prison-themed speakeasy 

London's brilliant and theatrical immersive bar, Alcotraz: Cell Block Two-One-Two will have you spending time in the clink this Christmas.

The perfect back drop for a suitably kooky festive do, you won't have to worry about your get up because everyone will be clambering into some fetching orange jumpsuits for the occasion.

• Location: Lee Street, Haggerston, E84ED and 38 Tooting High Street, SW17 0RG
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 24 max
• Nearest station: Haggerston or Tooting Broadway 
• Summary: interactive baking experience in a tent 

Perfect for a quirky London Christmas party, The Big London Bake Off is a top spot for festive fun. Get your group together and prepare to battle it out to see who is the real top baker - there's always plenty of sweet treats to go around.

If you want to secure the entire marquee, simply book all 24 tickets for either the East London venue or South. This one's perfect for team building and celebrating with cake at the end of the year. 

• Location: 15 Montague Street, Holborn, WC1B 5BJ
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 150 max (200 is possible upon consultation) 
• Nearest station: Holborn
• Summary: alpine winter ski lodge bar

When it comes to cosy Christmas parties, there's just something about a ski lodge retreat in the heart of the West End that ticks all our boxes. There's pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, ski racks - the whole deal. 

With a variety of party packages, you can even get your own space, mulled wine and festive food with a DJ and disco at The Montague on the Gardens Ski Lodge.

• Location: The Post Building, High Holborn, WC1A 1PB
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 180 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Holborn
• Summary: virtual reality games

Looking for something a little different this festive season? Then take your team to Sandbox VR London, found in Holborn. This quirky venue offers state-of-the-art VR experiences, with eight different worlds to immerse yourself into.

Whether you're taking part in a real life Squid Game or fighting off a group of aliens, this is a unique way to bond. You can hire their private spaces for anywhere between 30 and 180 guests, with a number of Christmas packages available too - including drinks and pizzas.

• Location: 213-215 Tottenham Court Road, W1T 7PN
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 200 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Goodge Street
• Summary: interactive Monopoly game that's, really, quite big

After unusual Christmas party ideas in London? If you too have been duped by the purchase of Pall Mall, you'll want a piece of Monopoly Lifesized.

Celebrating the beloved board game, this larger than life experience will take you back to family board games, complete with cocktails and immersive performances.

• Location: Victoria Embankment, WC2N 6PB
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 38 max (full vehicle hire)
• Nearest station: Embankment
• Summary: fine dining bus tour

You don't have to snaffle your sandwiches in secret on this vehicle; Bustronome is a gourmet dining experience that takes you around the sites of London while feeding you festive fare.

You can expect an elevated multi-course festive menu - featuring premium cuts, seafood, and optional wine pairings - making it an unforgettable dining option for corporate groups looking to tour and dine in style.

• Location: central London pier revealed closer to the date
• Price: ££-£££
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Embankment
• Summary: festive river cruise party

Set sail along the Thames for an energetic, floating Christmas bash. Featuring expansive outdoor viewing decks, a seasonal festive spread, and a resident DJ spinning continuous holiday anthems and dance hits, this cruise combines London's illuminated night skyline with a classic party vibe.

This Christmas spread some yuletide joy by cruising up and down the River Thames. This quirky festive celebration will have you rocking around the Christmas tree to classic tunes for the ultimate boat party experience, with plenty of food and drink to boot.

• Location: Pearl of London, Festival Pier, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XZ
• Price: ££
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Waterloo
• Summary: dynamic Thames party cruise

If you're after something a little different from your London Christmas party for 2026, then this boat cruise will fit the bill.

Across the four-hour event, you can admire the view from the outdoor decks, munch on the festive spread and dance to the DJs. Boarding usually begins at 6.30pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and 7.30pm on Saturdays, with the event wrapping up around 11pm or midnight. 

• Location: Arch 3, 83 Scoresby St, Southbank, SE1 0XN
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 100 max (78 simultaneous players)
• Nearest station: Southwark
• Summary: hyper-interactive group gaming

For a Christmas party that's out of this world, head to Immersive Gamebox. This Southbank gem offers a wide range of hyper-interactive rooms for groups of two to six people to privately play in at a time.

You can hop in a spaceship and go to Mars together, or risk it all with Squid Game. There's so much to choose from for your futuristic bash. 

• Location: various
• Price: ££
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Waterloo
• Summary: floating silent disco party

If a bar or restaurant won't quite cut it for your Christmas party, then why not book a spot on a boat instead? The Silent Disco Christmas Special takes place on a two-storey boat, which comes with fully stocked bars and amazing views as you cruise along the Thames.

You'll receive a pair of headphones on arrival, so you can choose your own channel as DJs play non-stop festive hits. Expect to hear plenty of Mariah Carey and all the other classics, while admiring landmarks along the way.

• Location: Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth High St, SW18 4TF
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 1,000 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Wandsworth Town
• Summary: multi-level entertainment complex

If you're after a quirky London Christmas party, head to Gravity Wandsworth. This fun venue boasts a range of private spaces that are ideal for those memorable festive shindigs.

To top it off? You'll get access to multi-level E-karting, immersive bowling, AR digital darts and shuffleboard.

• Location: The Vaults, Leake Street, Waterloo, SE1 7NN
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 152 max 
• Nearest station: Waterloo or Lambeth North
• Summary: immersive Christmas dive bar

Humbug is the ultimate immersive Christmas experience, and it's the perfect party venue for you and your crew. This festive season, reserve the entire place for up to 300 people or keep it cosy with the private balcony for 25 - 60 guests. Main space tables also have space for between 25 and 152 people.

Set in the iconic Vaults (converted railway arches and tunnels under Waterloo station), this magical wonderland offers three vibrant bars and a selection of delicious street food. This December, come spread the cheer and charm even the most stubborn Scrooges.

• Location: 161 Tower Bridge Road, Bermondsey, SE1 3GE
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 80 max
• Nearest station: London Bridge
• Summary: alpine ski lodge pop-up

Huski Ski Lodge in Bermondsey offers a quirky and unforgettable Christmas party venue, bringing the charm of the Alps to London Bridge. Step inside a space filled with wooden cladding, faux fur, and authentic ski memorabilia for a cosy yet lively atmosphere. Perfect for private events, the lodge features bench seating, sharing boards, set menus, and a dedicated after-dinner entertainment area, including karaoke for group fun.

With full AV connections, screens, speakers, and private rooms, Huski Ski Lodge ensures you can dine, sing, and celebrate in style. The professional kitchen caters to all dietary requirements, including Halal and Kosher options, while the bar serves warming drinks and festive cocktails. 

• Location: Cahoots Underground, 13 Kingly Court, Soho, W1B 5PW
• Price: £££
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus
• Summary: 1940s speakeasy immersive party

Searching for something totally unique at your Christmas party? Promising non-stop live entertainment in a whacky setting, the Black Market Knees-Up can be found at Cahoots in Soho. This is an immersive experience inspired by the 1940s, complete with speakeasy vibes from the cocktails to the shady characters.

Your group can choose between a standard or bottomless drinks ticket, with unusual sips disguised as household objects and even poisons. Get stuck into their games and the 1940s-style pub quiz, with snacks to spend your rations on as you go.

• Locations: Victoria, Islington, Bloomsbury and Shoreditch 
• Price: ££
• Capacity: around 150 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Victoria, Angel, Warren Street, and Old Street
• Summary: tech-infused social darts

Celebrate Christmas at Flight Club's festive brunch, complete with Christmas jumpers, bottomless pizza, a bottle of prosecco and Winter Pimm's, DJs, festive treats and darts.

If you're feeling something a little later in the day, check out the party planning options at any of their Victoria, Islington, Bloomsbury and Shoreditch venues.

• Location: 36 Shaftesbury Ave, Soho, W1D 7EP
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 600 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Piccadilly Circus
• Summary: Bavarian bier hall and cabaret venue

For the quirkiest of Christmas parties, head to alpine restaurant and party bier hall Albert's Schloss Soho. This place has live music, performances and entertainment every night of the week, from cabaret to haus bands, so just choose one of their seven days of showtime to coincide your party with.

Hire spaces offering room for between 55 and 120 guests, tucking into bowl food, feasting platters or even a sit-down meal.

• Location: 114 Fairfield Street, St. Paul's, EC2V 6RR
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 120 max (private hire space)
• Nearest station: St. Paul's
• Summary: full-motion F1 racing simulators

Turn your Christmas party into a high-speed holiday celebration at F1®  Arcade. With immersive racing simulators, gourmet bites, and festive drinks, this sleek venue provides an exciting twist on the usual holiday gathering.

With 69 uniquely designed racing simulations and a private hire space for up to 90 guests, it's perfect for teams, friends, or anyone looking to amp up their Christmas festivities.

• Location: 15 John Prince's Street, West End, W1G 0AB
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 120 max (retractable roof terrace)
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus
• Summary: indoor crazy golf and street food clubhouse

Swingers is offering you refuge from the winter weather with a stellar mix of modern minigolf, top-notch cocktails and street food from some of London's finest traders.

Whether it's a team night or party with friends, you won't go wrong here. For your party, you could half-hire one of four bars: Grand Hotel Bar, Palm Lounge, Sun Room, and President's Committee Room for up to 250 guests, which includes exclusive use of one crazy golf course.

• Location: Battersea Power Station, Electric Blvd, SW11 8BJ
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 40 max
• Nearest station: Battersea Power Station
• Summary: ping pong and social gaming hall

Hands down one of the most fun places to party in the whole of London, Bounce brings UV ping pong, cracking tunes, festive food and premium drinks to the table for your office bash this year.

Choose to hire out a private space at their Battersea location - this space is made for small corporate or social parties, with a maximum capacity of 40 guests. It features two ping pong tables and a beer pong table for you and your mates. 

• Location: Westfield Shopping Centre, Shepherd's Bush, W12 7SL 
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 750 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Shepherd's Bush or White City
• Summary: tech-driven mini golf

Boasting some seriously state-of-the-art technology, this excellent crazy golf experience is a must-visit if you're looking for a quirky twist on the classic Christmas party.

Enjoy round-after-round of golfing while you sip on stellar cocktails or head to the Bank site for fun in the City.

• Location: 58-60 Rye Lane, Peckham, SE15 5E1
• Price: £
• Capacity: 50 max (basement bar)
• Nearest station: Peckham Rye
• Summary: retro arcade bar and craft beer hub

An old-school games arcade on Peckham's Rye Lane, you'll find more than your share of fun at The Four Quarters. Offering a great craft beer selection to boot, its certainly a party space for big kids.

You can secure the Console Room for around 25 people seated, or go a little bigger with the basement bar for around 50 guests, standing, at around £500 for a minimum mid-week spend. 

• Location: 74 Victoria Street, Victoria, SW1E 6SQ
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 420 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Victoria
• Summary: karaoke and cocktail venue

Looking for some added entertainment at your cool London Christmas party? Located in Victoria, BAM Karaoke Box is a fun-filled location that boasts 22 individually designed private karaoke rooms, a live music stage, a DJ booth and two cocktail bars, alongside an outdoor terrace.

As well as private rooms for smaller groups, you can hire the entire venue for a maximum of 420 people - with minimum spends starting from £4,000. They'll look after you while you're here, with cocktails and a menu of fried chicken, wild mushroom mac 'n' cheese and crispy calamari.

• Location: 11-14 Hanover Place, Covent Garden, WC2E 9JP
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 70 max (Onyx Room)
• Nearest station: Leicester Square 
• Summary: pan-Asian dining with private gaming suite

Looking to host a killer Christmas party? Inamo Onyx Room in Covent Garden has you covered. It boasts a gorgeous private space complete with two massive screens, PS4 and Wii, as well as Chromecast and Apple TV for all your streaming needs.

Perfect for dining, gaming, and celebrating, it also comes with its own karaoke machine, offering over 90,000 songs to belt out.

• Locations: 160 Drury Lane, Covent Garden, WC2B 5PN and 113-117 Farringdon Road, EC1R 3BX
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 600 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Covent Garden or Holborn
• Summary: audience-led live request music bar

The usual work Christmas party ideas in London just not cutting it? Taking you back to the bygone drinking days when it was the piano soundtracking your night, The Piano Works in Farringdon and the West End are strictly live music zones where you can submit your request and the band will play it out.

Alongside the fantastic entertainment, they're offering drinks packages, festive brunches and all sorts of food options. Choose between a sit-down meal, buffets or canapes, with dishes ranging from smoked trout with cream cheese pate to turkey roulade and pan-roasted cod.

• Location: Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, Crofton Park, SE4 2BY
• Price: £
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Crofton Park
• Summary: retro disco and funk dance night

To make sure your unique Christmas party ideas in London this 2026 are filled with drinking and dancing, check out Rouges 70s & 80s Disco and Funk.

Not only will you get hits from the era, including its festive classics, but entry is only £17.60 each for this music-filled bash at Rivoli Ballroom.

• Location: 82 Kentish Town Rd, Camden, NW1 9TY
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 10 people per session 
• Nearest station: Camden Town
• Summary: immersive studio band experience

Always wanted to be in a band? Make your Christmas wish come true with a trip to WeJam. This immersive experience will see you making music in a recording studio, kitted out with mics and instruments.

You'll also have a professional musician to guide you through the process and a copy of your masterpiece to take home. 

• Location: Various Central London locations (e.g. The Phoenix, Soho)
• Price: £
• Capacity: varies by host venue
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus
• Summary: musical quiz night

Christmas parties don't come much quirkier than Sounds Familiar Music Quiz. The hilarious music quiz is back this year with more festive antics - think singalongs, conga lines and the chance to snap up some fabulous themed prizes.

Events this year are taking place at The Phoenix and O'Neill's Wardour Street, with tickets starting from £20 a head. 

• Location: 2-4 Hoxton Square, Shoreditch, N1 6NU
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Old Street 
• Summary: creative East London event space

One of our top choices for a Christmas party in Hoxton, Colours is the East London hangout that's got four spaces for you all to to create, dance, eat and drink. Make it a season to remember and book in advance here.

The live room is particularly fun, with a top spec D&B Audiotechnik sound system, and it can hold up to 300 people for an intimate gig. 

• Locations: 52 Poland Street, Soho, W1F 7N3 (also Holborn, Islington, City, Waterloo)
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 80 max (seated, Soho location)
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus
• Summary: private booth karaoke and cocktail bar

Right in London's nightlife heart, Lucky Voice is your go-to for private karaoke, cocktails, and unforgettable mic drops. 

Expect disco-lit private booths, thousands of songs, and a 'Thirsty' button to keep the drinks flowing as long as you're on the stage.

• Location: 10 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf, E14 4EY
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 100 max
• Nearest station: Canary Wharf
• Summary: tech-infused custom shuffleboard

Looking to add a dash of competition to you Christmas party? Head no further than Electric Shuffle, the all-new technological spin on shuffleboard.

Perfectly placed in Canary Wharf and King's Cross, they'll be powering up this winter, armed with plenty of refreshments to enhance your experience. 

• Location: 117 Bruce Grove, Tottenham, N17 6UR
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 650 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Seven Sisters
• Summary: retro roller-disco nightclub

Get your skates on at this retro venue which is perfect for a quirky Christmas party. Roller Nation brings retro roller-skating back to life in a converted North London venue complete with a neon-lit rink, live DJs, and a classic diner-bar setup. 

Groups can roll through disco anthems before refueling with diner bites and festive drinks.

• Location: starts at Covent Garden Tube Station, 41 Longacre, WC2E 9JT
• Price: £
• Capacity: 40 max per tour group
• Nearest station: Covent Garden
• Summary: interactive flash-mob walking tour

With hilarious commentary from Boogie Ruth, uplifting music and spontaneous flash mobs, Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Walking Parties are not to be missed.

Head on their Christmas special to enjoy the gorgeous lights of the West End with fabulous company. Stops include Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Carnaby Street, Trafalgar Square, Seven Dials, Chinatown, Soho and more.

• Location: Holborn, Shoreditch, Stratford, and Shepherd's Bush
• Price: ££
• Capacity: around 100 max (private room in Brick Lane)
• Nearest station: Holborn, Shoreditch High Street, Stratford, White City
• Summary: retro retro boutique bowling

All Star Lanes adds a touch of tinsel town to your office Christmas party ideas in London. Offering a ridiculously fun evening from Shoreditch to Holborn, Stratford and Shepherd's Bush, they've got some great packages for groups of ten; enjoy bowling, American comfort food and drinks.

Or if you're looking to host a big bash? They have packages available for up to 500 guests, with party planners, chefs, service crew and mixologists at hand to make sure it's a memorable night.

• Location: 51 Lavender Gardens, Clapham, SW11 1JW
• Price: ££
• Capacity: up to 550 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Clapham Junction
• Summary: gaming bar and pub 

At The Thieves, you can race your boss on the R/C track, battle your mates at darts, or belt out Mariah at 'Stairs In Their Eyes Karaoke.'

Pair that with festive feasts from Balans, winter cocktails, and room for up to 550 guests; you've got a party venue that's as lively as it is memorable. Christmas doesn't get more fun, or more mischievous, than this.

• Location: 1-5 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, EC2A 3JX
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (rooftop terrace)
• Nearest station: Shoreditch High Street
• Summary: winter themed rooftop and bar

Always a go-to during the winter season, Queen of Hoxton really know how to set a scene. It turns into a themed wonderland each year, with a starry night rooftop layout, a giant heated yurt, and crackling outdoor fire pits.

You can often toast marshmallows here, enjoy a seasonal winter cocktail menu featuring staples like mulled wine, and soak up the magical atmosphere. 

• Location: 11 Mare Street, Hackney, E8 4RP
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 15 max (Austin Osman Spare Room)
• Nearest station: Bethnal Green 
• Summary: oddities museum and absinthe lounge

Here to surprise and excite all guests, The Last Tuesday Society is a venue in London like no other.

Perfect for a Christmas booking with a twist, the Absinthe Parlour is a dediction to incredible cocktails and unusual interiors, as you get familiar with Viktor Wynd's collection of rarities and oddities. 

• Location: 89 Great Eastern Street, Old Street, EC2A 3HX
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 575 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Old Street
• Summary: circus-themed cocktail and party venue

Located in the heart of Shoreditch, this wacky venue offers weirdness by the bucket-load. Bringing you quirky cocktails and stunning live shows, you can really let loose at this wonderful circus-themed spot.

Trapeze is also no stranger for full venue hire, with space for up to 575 people for the night, if you wanted to go all out. There's also the mezzanine space for a more modest 60 guests. 

• Location: 4 Kingly Street, Soho, W1B 5PW
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 40 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus 
• Summary: 1960s subterranean cocktail den

Disrepute is the underground drinking den hidden beneath Kingly Court, flaunting the likes of 60s styling and a members' club vibe. You'll find plush seating, a back-lit bar, and cosy nooks to settle down in. 

Look to hire the whole venue for 40 people, or a private vault for around ten or eight. Not only that, but the quirky cocktails here are presented as a series of short stories for a totally unique experience.

• Location: various across London
• Price: £££
• Capacity: around 200 max (full venue hire in Soho)
• Nearest station: varies
• Summary: cocktail-led party bar

On the hunt for fun places to host your Christmas party? Impress your guests with a soiree at The Cocktail Club in various locations in London, from Shoreditch to Canary Wharf or Oxford Circus. 

It serves up wildly immersive settings, featuring everything from retro Hollywood-inspired lounges to a legendary bathroom bar complete with its own ball-pit bathtub. You can expect bartender daiquiri challenges, interactive masterclasses, bongo drums on the bar, and custom-themed drag entertainment - it's the ultimate eccentric backdrop for a Christmas party people will talk about all year.

• Location: Outer Circle, Regent's Park, NW1 4RY
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 300 max (Prince Albert Suite)
• Nearest station: Camden Town 
• Summary: iconic zoo and conservation event space

The quirkiest Christmas party venue in London? It doesn't get much more wild than ZSL London Zoo.

An iconic landmark for tourists and locals alike, the iconic spot is offering you the space to eat, drink and get merry while overlooking, lemurs, lions and all sorts.

• Location: 14 Bohemia Place, Hackney, E8 1DU
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 750 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Hackney Central
• Summary: cool loft space

If you're after a versatile space to celebrate in, then check out Night Tales in Hackney. This huge space boasts a whopping 9,000 square feet, with both indoor and outdoor areas to choose from, and it can fit up to 750 people at a time.

Make the most of their multiple bars and on-site pizza kitchen, as well as their late license if you're looking to party until the early hours.

• Location: 35 Earlham Street, Seven Dials, WC2H 9LD
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 250 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Covent Garden 
• Summary: Victorian Masonic cocktail lounge

Part Victorian men's club, part masonic lodge in style, this cool venue in Seven Dials flaunts some of the swishest interiors in Covent Garden. Perfect for a lavish function with a twist, you'll find quirky cocktails to keep those fun times flowing, alongside plenty of space to hire.

Wondering about food options? Choose from buffets, canapes or festive bowl food, including bites like brie and cranberry wontons, grilled chicken skewers and mushroom arancini.

• Location: 42 Northampton Road, EC1R 0HU
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 350 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Farringdon
• Summary: botanical restaurant and bar 

A stunning restaurant decked out with foliage, Christmas decor, roaring open fires and more, Bourne & Hollingsworth is a great choice of unique party destination.

Expect private dining, venue hire spaces or a festive menu to tuck into with a group.

• Location: Sweetwater Pier, White Post Ln, Hackney Wick, E9 5EN
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 120 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Hackney Wick
• Summary: historic Dutch barge dining space

Mix things up this Christmas with a water-based bash. Located in Hackney, Barge East is a cosy historic Dutch barge which whips up a menu of British fusion dishes - hire out the entire venue for up to 120 people, or chat to them about a smaller group.

They've got the Captains Cabin for around 15 guests, or the Lower Deck for up to 70. 

• Location: 1 St. Jude Street, Waterloo, SE1 7FR
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 450 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Waterloo
• Summary: mythical rooftop terrace with igloos

Circes is the place to be this winter, with fully covered and heated areas, enchanting food and drinks, and fabulous winter igloos. They have three stunning spaces available for private hire for up to 450 guests, so whether you want the whole place to yourself, a stunning terrace, or a winter igloo, they're dishing out cocktails, nibbles, and panoramic views.

You and your guests can dig into the premium winter menu of small plates like pigs in blankets with a honey-mustard dressing, mushroom and truffle arancini, and spiced chickpea croquettes in a chip shop curry sauce.

• Location: 207, 1 Westgate Street, Hackney, E8 3RL
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: London Fields 
• Summary: warehouse loft and roof terrace bar

It's out with the traditional Christmas party and in with the festive knees-up that's all about the aesthetics – and having fun, of course. NT's Loft is the place for fashionable festivities that don't feature tinsel or gaudy baubles. Instead, you'll be treated to scenic views, intimate DJ sets, cocktails and seating areas built for work gossip sessions. 

The whole venue can fit 300 people, and even has a kitchen for pizza happens to be on the party priority list. 

• Location: 1 Westgate Street, London Fields, Hackney, E8 3RL
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 400 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: London Fields
• Summary: panoramic rooftop bar 

Christmas parties made cool? It's possible at Netil 360. Sporting raw and organic architecture that gives 'industrial chic', this spot doesn't exactly scream festive – but that's why we love it. Do away with tacky tinsel-laden gatherings and make a bold move for this year's office party – with views this grand and cocktails this good, it's sure to be a winner. 

The DJ decks are there to be used to the fullest, spreading tunes of your choosing across the huge venue. The terrace has heaters and shelter, so you're free to stay out there even on the chilliest of nights. 

• Location: 271-274 Old Street, Shoreditch, EC1V 9HA 
• Price: £
• Capacity: 120 max
• Nearest station: Old Street
• Summary: live music, pizza and craft beer bar

Serving up pizzas, cocktails and live music most nights of the week, Old Street Records is the perfect spot to bundle all the gang into for a night of drinking, dancing and festive merrymaking.

And if you're looking for something a little further south, their sister sites in Clapham Common and Clapham Junction offer a similarly raucous rock'n'roll-style atmosphere.

• Location: 141-143 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6JE
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 360 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Shoreditch High Street 
• Summary: colourful and affordable Mexican bar 

Head down to Barrio in Shoreditch for a vibrant start to the festive period. One of the party animals, these colourful haunts offer a stunning range of tasty cocktails and delicious food that will bring a taste of the tropics to your Christmas party. 

You can hire the full venue for up to 360 people, or the Uptown Bar for around 120 guests, standing. For a smaller affair, secure a Boca for 60. 

• Location: 8 Broadwick Street, Soho, W1F 8HN
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 110 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Oxford Circus
• Summary: chic cocktail and artisanal dessert bar

There are few things in life that are better than cocktails and desserts, so it's a shame that the two rarely ever get to play together. Basement Sate puts an end to all of that by marrying both in this Parisian chic cocktail bar and dessert diner. 

If you fancy booking something a little bit different, how about trying out a cocktail class for size? You can have up to 14 people, for £40 per head. 

• Location: 229 Balham High Road, SW17 7BQ
• Price: ££-£££
• Capacity: 600 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Balham
• Summary: multi-room neighborhood party house

This Balham bar stocks much more than just booze with its own boutique cinema room, private dining rooms, a Winter Wonderland garden, and a karaoke suite where you'll be able to sing your heart out.

Known for their exceptional cocktails and service, Exhibit is the perfect place to host a Christmas party that will be remembered for all the right reasons. The venue's freshly prepared food options, assortment of sharing platters, canapés, and three-course meals promise a memorable and enjoyable Christmas event.

• Location: 1 Abbey Orchard Street, Westminster, SW1P 2LU
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 400 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: St James's Park or Victoria
• Summary: authentic Bavarian bierkeller

A British take on the old German bierkeller, this quirky bar in Victoria brings a taste of Munich complete with giant steins of beer, tasty food and an authentic Oompah band to keep the party spirits high.

You can also celebrate the festive season at Munich Cricket Club in Tower Hill or Canary Wharf.

• Location: 70 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, EC1R 4QP
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 150 max (ground floor)
• Nearest station: Farringdon or Angel
• Summary: retro 70s neighborhood pub

Rocking the retro aesthetic, Coin Laundry, a 70s-inspired bar and restaurant will have you sipping on throwback cocktails - like seasonal classic the Snowball - while you devour classic dinner party dishes.

It's a popular pick for private hire as it's got a basement bar you can bag for up to 80 guests, or the whole ground floor for around 150. 

• Location: 91 Gresham Street, City of London, EC2V 7NQ
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 250 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Bank 
• Summary: atmospheric Victorian-style bar

Go around the world without ever setting foot outside The City at this elegant St. Paul's pub. Offering exotic cocktails and tasty cuisine, it's got the perfect refreshments and atmosphere for a fun Christmas party.

Secure the whole venue for 250 guests, or simply book the mezzanine for around 50 - a far smaller affair for an intimate team bash. 

• Location: 4 Kingdom Street, Paddington Central, W2 6BD
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 250 max (main floor)
• Nearest station: Paddington
• Summary: Manhattan street food market bar

Located not far from Paddington, Huckster is a multi-space venue that's got something for everyone. With various themed rooms, including a Chinatown space, a Brooklyn-inspired bar, and karaoke rooms, the West London spot lets you tailor your party.

You can snag the main floor for a large 250 guests, or Rubell's karaoke room for up to 50 of your friends to belt out anthems all night. 

• Location: 108 Essex Road, Islington, N1 8LX
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 120 max (full venue)
• Nearest station: Angel
• Summary: modern Irish cocktail pub

While it might look a lot like a living room, Homeboy is actually one of the best bars around. Bringing Irish hospitality to North London, the venue whips up excellent cocktails, along with having an incredible selection of Irish whiskey.

For your Christmas party, look to booking the whole venue for 70 guests seated, or 120 standing. 

• Location: Crossrail Place, Canary Wharf, E14 5AR
• Price: £££
• Capacity: 700 max
• Nearest station: Canary Wharf
• Summary: botanical rooftop bar and garden

On the hunt for a Christmas party venue with that little extra pizzazz?

Pergola On The Wharf transforms into a festive paradise come the winter season, with foliage-adorned rafters and twinkling lights galore. Either book out the whole venue or a private room for celebratory feasting and drinking.

• Location: 515 Fulham Road, Fulham, SW6 1HD
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Fulham Broadway
• Summary: tropical Polynesian cocktail lounge

Not your average Christmas party, Kona Kai offers something a little out of the ordinary. Prepare to be transported to Polynesia as this Fulham favourite promises tiki-esque tipples, light bites and tropical vibes all around.

You can book the entire venue for around 300 guests, standing, or 150 seated, and look forward to a lively evening of festive fun. 

• Location: 192–198 Camden High Street, Camden, NW1 8QP
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (full venue hire)
• Nearest station: Camden Town
• Summary: street food court and venue

Located on the bustling Camden High Street, BOXPARK brings a fun twist to any Christmas party. This lively destination boasts a range of indoor and outdoor space, with bookable areas for groups of all sizes.

There are so many street food vendors on-site, from Black Bear Burger to Birria Taco and Grano Tenero Pizza. Pair these tasty bites with creative cocktails, and be sure to check out their events too.

• Location: 41-43 Pope's Road, Brixton, SW9 8PS
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 600 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Brixton
• Summary: heated rooftop party spot

Nothing says quirky Christmas party like having fun on a rooftop, or heading down for a bottomless brunch complete with street food traders and beers from the local brewery. Luckily, Pergola Brixton has just that, alongside private hire options.

You can hire the whole space for 600 people, or various arches from anywhere between 80 to 120 guests. For a smaller do, secure the corner booth for 40. 

• Location: Victoria Embankment, Whitehall, SW1A 2HR
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 200 max
• Nearest station: Embankment 
• Summary: historic Thames paddle steamer pub

Fancy a party on the Thames itself this year? Then head to The Tattershall Castle, a floating pub on board a boat - found right opposite the London Eye. They host everything from live jazz performances to comedy nights for entertainment, and you can nab two or three festive courses.

Tuck into everything from hand-carved turkey to spiced vegetable roast while admiring the views. You can hire out multiple private spaces here too, with space for anywhere between 20 to 200 people at a time - with minimum spends starting at £200.

• Location: 17 Bohemia Place, Hackney, E8 1DU
• Price: £
• Capacity: 150 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Hackney Central
• Summary: railway arch taproom

One of the quirkier spots for a Christmas party in London, Hackney Church Brew Co can hold up to 150 guests and serves delicious multi-course meals for affordable prices.

You can get festive with their cracking selection of beer, alongside a scrumptious menu - think roast turkey and deep-fried brie.

• Location: Unit 15, Uplands Business Park, Blackhorse Lane, E17 5QJ
• Price: £
• Capacity: 315 max (Brew Hall)
• Nearest station: Blackhorse Road
• Summary: music-inspired craft brewery and venue

Signature Brew in Walthamstow and Haggerston are the ideal place if you fancy something a little different from your Christmas party venue in London, especially if you're a group of craft beer lovers.

Drink freshly brewed pints, artisan spirits and more while the DJ spins their decks here.

• Location: 171-173 Bermondsey Street, Bermondsey, SE1 3UW
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 300 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: London Bridge
• Summary: Asian grill and cocktail bar

For that quirky Christmas party, venture to The Last Talisman in Bermondsey. Not only does this venue offer gorgeous interiors inspired by the co-creators Columbian roots and time living in Bali, but also offers tasty Asian eats. On top of that, there's a cracking private dining room.

The mezzanine also has space for up to 30 guests, while the Mala Madre private events space has room for 90. 

• Location: 3 Tudor Grove, Leyton, E10 6HJ
• Price: £
• Capacity: 70 max (full venue hire) 
• Nearest station: Leyton 
• Summary: intimate East London neighborhood bar

A tropical cocktail bar hidden beneath Leyton Midland Station, Leyton Calling is a cool space to host your festive event in. The secluded space is filled with 70s tiki-inspired decor, glowing lights and wooden furniture, with a fully stocked bar in the front.

You can hire out the whole venue for up to 70 people, or 50 seated, with minimum spends starting from £1,500. Be sure to take full advantage of their cocktail menu, which features the likes of a fruity Saturn, the smoky ginger Kohala and a Parakeet Punch.

• Location: 10 Clapham High Street, Clapham, SW4 7UT
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 60 max (VIP lounge)
• Nearest station: Clapham North
• Summary: tropical party bar

Round up your elves and head south of the river where Tropix is bringing you a slice of beach life, with a VIP lounge available to hire for 40 people seated, or 60 standing.

An island escape in the heart of Clapham, the energetic bar serves up big flavours, delicious cocktails and exotic food all at a reasonable price.

• Location: Fire & The Garden, 6A, South Lambeth Place, SW8 1SP
• Price: ££
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: Vauxhall
• Summary: a Britney-themed drag brunch

Keep things quirky this Christmas in London with Fabulous Brunch Events, as they present the Absolutely Britney Christmas Bottomless Brunch London. It's a fully live show with fizz and all the Britney hits you could hope and dream of. 

There's choreography and lip sync battles, plus huge prizes of £200 to be won. Food-wise, you can check out top vendors on the day, but expect Christmas options, hotdogs, chicken, burgers or pizza.

• Location: various venues like Queen of Hoxton and Phoenix Arts Club
• Price: £
• Capacity: varies
• Nearest station: varies on venue
• Summary: drag brunch with the iconic Ginger

This festive season, on Saturdays, Ginger's Big Drag Bottomless Brunch: Christmas Edition will be taking over Balls Brothers, Austin Friars near Liverpool Street, with plenty of tinsel-fuelled fun, glitz and glamour. 

Grab tickets for you and your gang and expect a raucous affair hosted by Ms. Ginger Phlappage and her sexy, festive squad of sassy brunch queens. Think holiday performances, games, challenges, quizzes and more - oh, and there'll be plenty of audience participation too, alongside free-flowing booze and a two-course feast. 

• Location: 157-159 Notting Hill Gate, W11 3LF
• Price: ££
• Capacity: 120 max 
• Nearest station: Notting Hill Gate
• Summary: lively Caribbean restaurant and rum shack

With optional add-ons for private hire like carnival dancers and reggae bands, Cottons in Notting Hill, Camden, Shoreditch and Vauxhall is the place for a unique twist on your Christmas party this year.

Sharing menus include the likes of jerk chicken with rice n peas, courgette fritters, and deep-fried bread and butter pudding, for over 20 guests, while private hire spaces can cater to up to 120 people.