Cheap Christmas Party

Planning your Christmas party? Let's be honest... it can be a stressful and time consuming exercise having to take the role of party planner. So to make life a little easier, we've put together a list of venues that can help you host the perfect festive gathering. Better yet, these guys won't break the bank. Whether you're looking for a buffet, sit down dinner or drinks, dancing and DJs we have the hand-picked the best affordable Christmas party venues in London.

Our picks of the best cheap Christmas party venues in London? Come and get them...

Last edited by Marcus Sanigar

Last updated on 26th November 2025




Sebright Arms London

Weekday Happy Hour: £4.40 Pints until 7pm! and 2 other offers

Forget the office party, the Sebright Arms is serving up proper festive cheer with three distinct spaces to match your vibe. For an intimate, cosy gathering, the private room seats up to 30 for a cracking sit-down meal or holds 50 standing guests, complete with a large screen for those inevitable festive slide shows.

If you're planning a full-blown knees-up, the main bar area has you covered, accommodating 150 standing guests near the action (and the pool table). Catering is a breeze, whether you want a formal sit-down dinner, a generous buffet, or legendary Alby's Pizza. And the fun doesn't stop there: bolt on a DJ, Christmas karaoke, or a jolly piano sing-along to make it a truly unforgettable night.

The London Fields

Go to The London Fields this Christmas and you'll find Hackney's ultimate festive playground, where wood-fired Italian cuisine meets inventive cocktails and a party-ready atmosphere. Housed in a stunning Victorian building, the venue offers a lively ground-floor bar and banquet hall for social dining, plus a first-floor cocktail lounge with a private roof terrace for celebrations under the stars. #

The seasonal menu brings classic festive favourites with a twist, from roast turkey with pigs in blankets and Waveney pork belly to a beetroot and chestnut Wellington for plant-based diners, finished with indulgent desserts like sticky toffee pudding or Christmas pudding with brandy cream. 

🌟🎄 Live Band Karaoke Christmas Special (Clapham) 🎄🌟

@ Bread and Roses on Fri, 19th Dec 2025 @ 19:30 - 0:00

Take centre stage this Christmas at Live Band Karaoke. Take your pick from over 400 songs and you can live your rockstar dreams in front of an adoring crowd.

Whether you're here with friends, family or the gang from work, you can bang out festive classics, pop hits and rock anthems all night long. Grab the early bird tickets before they go and this night of epic entertainment is all yours for just £7.70.

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@ The Old Frizzle on Mon, 17th Nov 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

The Old Frizzle is a spacious boozer in Wimbledon that's ideal for private parties, boasting lots of cosy spaces to host your event. They've got a dedicated team to help you with planning, and their exclusive areas can host anywhere between 18 and 180 guests.

Expect a range of seasonal cocktails, alongside tasty festive food - with a choice between buffet or three-course menus. Think Christmas burger sliders, turkey with all the trimmings or halloumi fries with cranberry ketchup.

MC & Sons (Vauxhall)

MC & Son's in Vauxhall is the perfect spot for a Christmas party if you're after festive cheer in an authentic Irish pub. Steeped in history, the pub's cosy wooden interiors and walls adorned with family photos from generations of the McElhinney clan set the scene for a truly warm and inviting celebration. For a more intimate gathering, book the Bernas Room for up to 40 guests, or go all out and take over the entire venue for up to 150 friends. You can add traditional Irish music to your do for just £250 to £500, indulge in canapes and secure an unlimited drinks package for £75 per person which includes four hours of bottomless tipples. And of course, no Christmas party is complete without a few rounds of perfectly poured pints of Guinness.

Silent Disco Christmas Special

@ The Silent Disco Boat on Saturday 13th December 2025

Staring from just £26 per person, the Silent Disco Christmas Special is a unique way to celebrate the festive season. This takes place on a two-storey party boat, equipped with fully stocked bars and live DJs playing all the best Christmas tunes.

You'll receive your own headphones, so you can choose which channel to listen to. Expect plenty of Mariah Carey and all the other classics, while you admire the views of London's iconic landmarks as you cruise along the Thames.

The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen

Bottomless Brunch and 4 other offers

Celebrate Christmas without stretching the budget at The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen. With spaces for 20 to 80 guests, you can enjoy a private or semi-private party surrounded by the buzz of the City.

The menu offers globally inspired dishes made from seasonal ingredients, and early August bookings get a 2-4-1 drinks deal to start your party with double the cheer. Perfect for a lively, budget-friendly festive night out.

O'Neill's - Pubs

You can always rely on O'Neill's for those festive plans with your nearest and dearest this Christmas. Not only do they have a fabulous selection of venues to hire (alongside private spaces), but they also have three-course feasts that are sure to fill up the hungriest of punters.

The Bald Faced Stag

East Finchley's beloved Bald Faced Stag turns up the festive cheer this Christmas with a menu that hits every seasonal note without fuss. From the first sip of mulled wine or craft beer in the cosy main bar, guests can tuck into starters like duck rillette with pickles and crostini, before moving on to mains that include roast crown of Norfolk turkey with all the trimmings.

Finish with classics like sticky toffee pudding, Christmas pudding with brandy cream, or the elegant vanilla bourbon poached pear, plus optional cheese boards for an extra indulgent touch. With a sun-filled upstairs function room perfect for parties and a welcoming downstairs bar ideal for casual catch-ups, The Bald Faced Stag combines seasonal sophistication with the warmth of your local, making it a festive go-to you'll want to return to year after year.

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@ The Faber Fox on Mon, 17th Nov 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

Planning a festive party in Crystal Palace? Then check out The Faber Fox, a welcoming local pub that's home to several different private rooms. These can fit anywhere between 15 and 100 people at a time, perfect for groups of all sizes.

Looking for some seasonal eats to keep you fueled? They're offering three courses for £40 per head, including roast turkey, spiced butternut squash pithivier and pan-fried cod, with buffet menus available too.

Elephant & Castle

Established in 1765, The Elephant & Castle is all warm lighting, plush drapes and speakeasy style booths. Head here over the festive season and it gets even cosier. You'll find all kinds of Christmassy menus to fill you up, from burger sliders to wings by the bucketload.  

When you need to see to your sweet tooth, there's sharing boards of Christmas pud, mini mince pies and plenty more, serving up to 10 for just £35. Planning something a little bigger? Book out the whole basement for 100-strong celebration. 

Byron – Tottenham Court Road

With venues in Tottenham Court Road, Shepherd's BushCovent Garden and South Kensington, Byron is a welcoming burger restaurant that's a top choice for cheap Christmas parties. Not only have they got multiple private hire options across their different locations, but there's an affordable festive menu to take advantage of as well.

Their set offering costs £19.95 for two courses, or £24.50 for free - featuring tasty beef, chicken or plant-based patties topped with everything from hot honey to cranberry sauce. Plus, there's gingerbread cheesecake to finish.

Pho London - Various Sites

From Battersea to Chiswick and Wimbledon, Pho is bringing a taste of Vietnam to your festive feasting. Whether you're out with friends or celebrating with a date, tuck into mouthwatering dishes and don't miss the signature pho at these chilled-out restaurants.

Pride of Paddington

The Pride of Paddington is ideal for your Christmas party, as it's in an easily accessible location, with great transport links. Boasting top grub plus delicious cask ales and cocktails, this venue can cater for small or large gatherings, with the option of moving upstairs to one of its onsite hotel rooms too.

The Rosy Hue

Festive Feast & Fizz and 4 other offers

For a cosy Christmas lunch this festive season, head for the warm terracotta walls of Elephant and Castle's The Rosy Hue. Take your pick of drinks packages to get your night started the right way. We're talking everything from fizz on arrival and wonderful winter wines to mimosas and buckets brimming with beer. 

When it's time to tuck into the good stuff, there's traditional three-course menus taking in turkey, ham hock, smoked salmon and, of course, all the trimmings. Whether you're here to celebrate with mates, warm up for the big day with family or party with the lot from the office, this is the place to see in Old Saint Nick. 

SW16 Bar & Kitchen

Happy Hour and 2 other offers

Fancy an Italian-style Christmas celebration in Streatham? SW16 Bar & Kitchen has all your festive party needs covered, including a Puglian tasting menu, canapés and a three-course Christmas feast menu. They also offer private hire options and can create a completely bespoke party for you, whether you prefer a private dining experience, a cocktail and canapé gathering, or a full venue hire.

St John's Tavern London

North London's St John's Tavern is the ultimate spot for a Christmas party that doesn't break the bank. This Victorian pub, packed with charm and character, serves up a seasonal menu that hits all the festive highlights, such as roast crown of Norfolk turkey with pigs in blankets, Waveney pork belly with winter greens, beetroot and chestnut wellington for vegans, and indulgent desserts like sticky toffee pudding or Christmas pudding with brandy cream.

The first-floor private hire space is perfect for gatherings, from cosy office parties to big knees-ups with friends, offering atmosphere, flexibility, and the kind of energy that makes a pub night feel special. 

Waxy's Little Sister

Waxy's Little Sister is everything you want from an Irish Bar. Warm, wooden interiors, quiet corners to catch up and raise a glass, a roaring open fire and live music every night of the week. Add in a helping of festive spirit and it's the perfect place for your Christmas party. 

With the option to reserve multiple tables or hire the whole pub, you can head down with friends and family or get exclusive use for your office party. Drinks served from the bar and a Christmas buffet menu mean you can stay seated for your whole stay or nibble on festive trimmings between trips to jig by the band. 

Dim T Victoria

This Christmas, Dim T Victoria and Hampstead invite you to experience the festive season in a vibrant, relaxed setting with a menu featuring three courses for just £29.95, packed full of seasonal delights.

Enjoy a blend of Asian flavours and Christmas favourites, from aromatic duck and prawn dumplings to festive cocktails that will get you in the holiday spirit. Whether you're sharing a table with loved ones and partying or having a holiday work gathering, Dim T offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service.

Agency Unknown - Musical Bingo, Gospeloke, Diamond Island and more

Nothing brings your family, friends or coworkers together like a bit of friendly competition. Find out who's fastest with the dabber at Music Bingo nights right across the capital. You can take your pick from the City, Soho or Finsbury Park. 

There'll be prizes, tacky jumpers and all kinds of Christmas tunes. With free entry at some venues and other ticket prices ranging from £11 to £25.30, there's bingo for all budgets.

The George & Dragon

Book The George & Dragon this Christmas and you'll feel instantly at home, whether you're gathered around a table with friends or enjoying a cosy corner with family. This Wanstead favourite combines historic charm with a warm, lively atmosphere, serving up festive British classics that hit all the right notes, like roast turkey with all the trimmings, indulgent pork and winter vegetables, or a clever plant-based Wellington for vegans, followed by sticky toffee pudding or Christmas pudding for dessert.

Their spacious, inviting interior and sunny beer garden make it perfect for festive lunches or lively Christmas parties, while private rooms upstairs are ideal for gatherings that need a little extra atmosphere. 

The Victoria Stakes

Make your way to Muswell Hill to discover The Victoria Stakes, a historic local boozer with plenty of space for a party. Once a coach house and stables, this buzzing destination is more than 100 years old, featuring traditional interiors and a charming courtyard filled with rustic brick walls.

Their private dining room seats 72 people, or there's space for 100 standing, with minimum spends starting from only £1,500. As for the menu, you can expect everything from grass-fed onglet steak to short-rib burgers and seared tuna niçoise.

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@ The Tattershall Castle on Various dates from Friday 5th December 2025

A floating pub permanently moored on the Thames, The Tattershall Castle is perfect for quirky Christmas celebrations without spending a pretty penny. Three courses of Christmas dinner are only £41 per person here - a bargain when you consider the location - and there are private spaces like the Cabins, Cove and Bridge to hire too.

Ballie Ballerson London

Discounts available on certain events

Get the team down to Ballie Ballerson's Shoreditch venue for this year's Christmas soiree as they serve up one hella fun night of antics for you. Sip on some sweet-themed cocktails, delicious pizzas and more, before getting stuck into their huge adult ball pits.

Mamma Dough - Restaurants

Feeling festive and fancy throwing a cosy Christmas soiree? Consider hiring the Pizza Parlour at Mamma Dough's Brixton, Peckham, Sydenham, Ladywell, or South Norwood locations. These spots are perfect for groups of up to 50 pals, dishing out the tastiest slices of sourdough pizza straight from sizzling wood-fired ovens topped with a variety of delicious fixings.

ASK Italian Beckenham

Tuck into classic Italian comfort with a festive twist at ASK Italian Beckenham. After a stroll through Kelsey Park or a day exploring the local area, settle in for a hearty feast of pizzas, pastas, and seasonal dishes - think burrata tricolore, beef brisket pappardelle, and spaghetti al pomodoro.

With starters like garlic bread with mozzarella or festive sprout and pancetta croquettes, mains including Christmas carbonara, fettuccine Bolognese, or vegan lentil ragu, and desserts such as sticky coffee pudding, Sicilian lemon tart, or warm chocolate brownie, every visit is a celebration of Italy's best.

Party with Ginger

The only thing cheap about a Party with Ginger is the price of the ticket. This Christmas, you can dive into bottomless drag brunches, bingo nights, evening cabaret and star-studded shows from just £11.

With plenty of events in and around the City of London, Soho, Hoxton and Shoreditch, festive fun with Ginger is closer than you might think. 

The Herne Tavern

Celebrate Christmas in the warm, inviting surroundings of The Herne Tavern, where traditional charm meets hearty festive fare. This Dulwich favourite, with its cosy bar, leather sofas, real fireplaces, bright conservatory, and sunny beer garden, is perfect for family lunches, intimate gatherings, or private events in the converted barn.

The festive menu keeps things comforting and classic, featuring starters like duck rillette or cured Scottish salmon, mains including roast crown of Norfolk turkey with all the trimmings, pork belly with winter greens, and a beetroot and chestnut Wellington for plant-based diners, with indulgent desserts such as sticky toffee pudding and Christmas pudding with brandy cream. 

Editor's Tap

For a Christmas party that won't bust your festive budget, get your gang over to the Editor's Tap. Its open plan interior and bench seats are perfect for a long, loud yuletide get together, whether you're with the lot from the office or the whole extended family.

Get the party started with a buffet and canapes board, packing in the likes of duck liver port pate, beef sliders and pigs in blankets, from just £26.50. There's plenty of ways to fill your glass with festive cheer while you're here. We're talking guest ales, craft beers, artisan cocktails and a packed emporium of premium spirits.

TGI Fridays The O2

Our 2 Course Christmas Menu! and 7 other offers

Host your festive party in style at TGI Fridays O2, where you can book the entire venue for up to 200 guests standing or 100 seated - or go for a smaller, shared Christmas party with other groups. Their Wembley and Stratford sites offer similar capacity, perfect for larger groups.

On the menu? Christmas delights like the triple-stacked Jingle Bell Burger and rich American pecan pie, with drinks packages available to suit your celebration.

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@ The Bull on Mon, 17th Nov 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

Head down to The Bull in Wanstead this holiday season for a Christmas knees up that won't break the bank. Whether it's a family get together, a boozy catch-up with friends or a sit-down meal with the gang from the office, you can expect fantastic festive food and Christmas cocktails.

Just £40 per person gets you a classic three-course dinner with your choice of smoked salmon, turkey and all the trimmings, Christmas pud and plenty more. Throw in a dash more yuletide spirit with Festive Fizz, Baubles & Bubbles, Twelve Drummers Drumming, and a winter wonderland of other drinks packages from just £25 per person.

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@ The Regent on Mon, 17th Nov 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

This year, The Regent in Balham has your festive partying all wrapped up. Beautifully decked out like an old timey cocktail bar, it's serving up full three-course Christmas dinners from just £40, plus drinks packages taking in everything from a spritz on arrival to buckets of beer, prosecco and wine. 

Whether it's the annual office bash, a boozy catch-up with friends or a family dinner, traditional trimmings, Christmas cocktails, festive bites and buns, plus plenty of Christmas pud caters for every kind of advent appetite.

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@ The Artful Duke on Mon, 17th Nov 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

A pub that really knows how to throw a party, The Artful Duke can be found in the heart of Bromley. This was formerly an 18th century wine merchants and retains a lot of character, boasting vaulted ceilings, a striking bar and private hire spaces for up to 150 guests at a time.

They've got plenty of drinks packages to suit your festive needs, as well as three-course menus and buffet spreads. We're talking dry-aged sirloin steaks, veggie burger sliders, smoked salmon crostini and so much more.

Azzurro

Lunch Time Special - £16.95

With a three-course Christmas menu priced at only £36.95 per person, Azzurro is perfect for an Italian feast on a budget for your party. From Tuscan beef stew to sea bass, traditional turkey and salmon risotto, there are all sorts of tasty treats on offer.

Plus, the mezzanine or 'tunnel' seating can offer semi-private hire that seats up to 30 guests, ideal for hosting an exclusive event.

The Sun

Looking for a cheap Christmas party that still feels special? The Sun in Camberwell is a local gem, offering a welcoming space for festive gatherings without breaking the bank. Enjoy a three-course menu packed with seasonal favourites: starters like leek and potato soup, duck rillette, or cured Scottish salmon; mains including roast crown of Norfolk turkey, Waveney pork belly, baked cod, or beetroot and chestnut Wellington; and desserts ranging from sticky toffee pudding to poached pear with coconut yoghurt.

With a large main bar, split-level restaurant, and two beer gardens, there is plenty of space for groups of all sizes. For more private celebrations, The Parlour can host up to forty standing or twenty-six seated guests, making it perfect for office parties, friend meet-ups, or family Christmas gatherings.

Be At One - Bars

Lively cocktail bar Be At One is a great choice for Christmas parties, thanks to affordable venue hire options at their many locations. Whether you're in Camden, Covent Garden, Putney, Soho, Shoreditch or beyond, there's bound to be an option near you.

There are all sorts of cracking cocktails to enjoy while you're here, starting from less than a tenner each. Think berry blitz blends topped with vanilla ice cream, white mocha-tinis and more classic concoctions like a lychee martini.

Live Band Karaoke

With tickets starting from just £7 per person, Live Band Karaoke is a great way to enjoy the festive season without breaking the bank. Whether you're organising a party with mates or for your office, this event lets you belt out all your favourite Christmas songs.

Lucky Voice Karaoke - Venues in London

Lucky Voice is built for big nights - private karaoke booths, a killer cocktail menu, quirky props, and over 10,000 songs at your fingertips.

Make it your Christmas party spot this year and get rewarded: book before the end of August for over eight guests and enjoy a free round of bubbles between the 20th of November to the 23rd of December.

Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus

The Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly is offering some fantastic food packages for those who hire out its space for their festive bash before the 31st of August. Up for grabs is a discounted Rock Royalty festive menu rate which features a complimentary prosecco reception and two tipples per person, ideal for enjoying in the iconic Legends Room. For a larger do, The Headliner and Encore Christmas canapé menus can be snapped up for £32.95 and £45.45 per guest and include an array of classic bites.