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Best Christmas Party Venues in London 2025
Planning your 2025 Christmas party? Whether you're organising an end-of-year celebration for your team, a festive client reception, or a show-stopping corporate event, finding the right venue is key to getting everyone in the holiday spirit.
At Match My Venue, we specialise in sourcing the best Christmas party venues in London — from exclusive private dining rooms and glamorous ballrooms to rooftop spaces, industrial-chic warehouses, and immersive event venues. We take the stress out of venue hunting, offering handpicked recommendations, zero-obligation bookings, and contract support — all completely free.
We've pulled together some of our favourite festive venues for 2025, guaranteed to impress your guests and deliver a celebration to remember. Whether you're planning a seated dinner, a standing reception with cocktails and canapés, or a themed Christmas party with entertainment and production, we’ll help you find the perfect fit.
Our Top 15 Venues
Studio Spaces
Located just moments from Tower Hill and Aldgate stations, Studio Spaces is a versatile blank canvas venue housed in a converted industrial warehouse in East London. With exposed brick walls, polished concrete floors, and high-spec production capabilities, it’s a favourite for brand activations, fashion shows, product launches, and corporate parties. The venue offers three interconnected studios — the White Studio, Black Studio, and Warehouse — which can be hired individually or combined for full takeovers.
Capacities:
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White Studio: Up to 160 standing / 120 theatre / 90 seated
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Black Studio: Up to 200 standing / 140 theatre / 120 seated
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Warehouse: Up to 400 standing / 200 theatre / 160 seated
For full venue hire, Studio Spaces can accommodate up to 700 guests standing, making it an ideal choice for large-scale events needing flexibility, strong aesthetics, and top-tier AV support.
The Bloomsbury Ballroom
Situated in the heart of London, just moments from Holborn station, The Bloomsbury Ballroom is an iconic Grade II-listed Art Deco venue that blends historic grandeur with state-of-the-art production. With soaring ceilings, period features, and an in-house AV and events team, it's a standout choice for awards ceremonies, gala dinners, Christmas parties, and brand experiences. The venue is fully licensed for live music, late-night events, and theatrical performances, offering a turnkey solution for high-impact events.
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Main Ballroom: Up to 570 standing / 300 theatre / 250 seated dinner
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Long Bar (often used for receptions or breakouts): Up to 60 standing
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Rose Room (ideal for green rooms or production offices): Up to 200 standing
The Bloomsbury Ballroom can accommodate up to 880 guests across its full footprint and is known for its immersive potential, with LED walls, built-in staging, and creative flexibility in-house.
Village Underground
Located in the vibrant heart of Shoreditch, Village Underground occupies a striking 5,000 sq ft converted Victorian warehouse and railway arch structure at 54 Holywell Lane, just minutes from Liverpool Street and Shoreditch High Street stations. The venue showcases exposed brickwork, lofty ceilings, and industrial-style aesthetic—perfect for creative, large-scale events such as brand activations, product launches, cultural showcases, private parties, and live performances. It features built-in staging, a gig‑level sound and lighting rig, natural daylight with blackout options, backstage areas, and flexible layout options in a pillar-free environment
Capacities:
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Standing Reception: up to 700 guests
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Theatre Style: around 220–250 seats depending on layout
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Seated Lunch/Dinner or Cabaret Style: roughly 130–150 guests (cabaret about 125; seated dining up to 150)
This flexible blank canvas can accommodate events ranging from immersive cultural experiences and performances to elegant seated dinners or large standing receptions—making it one of East London’s most adaptable and visually striking event spaces.
Banqueting House
Nestled on historic Whitehall in the heart of Westminster, The Banqueting House is one of London's most majestic and iconic event venues. Designed by Inigo Jones in 1622 and renowned for Peter Paul Rubens’ exuberant ceiling paintings, this grand neo‑classical hall embodies regal elegance and timeless sophistication. Housed within a Grade I listed building and managed by Historic Royal Palaces, it’s ideally suited to award dinners, gala receptions, conferences, weddings, and creative brand launches
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Main Hall: up to 350 seated for dinner, 300 for dinner & dance, and up to 450–500 standing for receptions or theatre-style events
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Undercroft (vaulted basement level): ideal for smaller breakout drinks receptions or after-show parties—seating for up to 120–150, and standing reception capacity around 300–360 people
This combination of soaring architectural drama upstairs and intimate atmosphere below makes The Banqueting House a standout choice for planners wanting both impact and flexibility.
Grand Connaught Rooms
Set in the stylish heart of Covent Garden just minutes from Holborn and Covent Garden Underground stations, The Grand Connaught Rooms (operated by De Vere) is a prestigious Grade II*‑listed Art Deco venue known for its sweeping marble staircases, grand chandeliers, and ornate wood panelling. Formerly the Freemasons’ Tavern, this stunning venue blends historic grandeur with flexible event spaces, including its iconic Grand Hall, Balmoral Suite, Edinburgh & Drawing Rooms, and a penthouse with city views.
Capacities (selected spaces):
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Grand Hall:
– Standing reception: up to 1,500 guests
– Theatre / conference: up to 750
– Cabaret: up to 400
– Banquet / seated dinner: 540
– Dinner & dance: around 440 -
Edinburgh & Drawing Rooms (combined): seated 250 / theatre ~300 / standing ~400
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Penthouse & Roof Terrace: up to 80 guests for seated or standing events — ideal for smaller receptions or VIP networking
This venue is perfect for large-scale conferences, gala dinners, high-profile launches, and weddings. Its mix of flexible size options, architectural grandeur, and in-house AV and event support make it a top-tier hire for planners seeking impact and elegance in central London.
Church House Westminster
Nestled in the historic Dean’s Yard just behind Westminster Abbey, Church House Westminster is a Grade II‑listed central London event venue blending elegant heritage with modern, flexible functionality
The venue comprises 19 distinctive event spaces, ranging from intimate boardrooms to the dramatic Assembly Hall under the 30‑foot glass dome. Ideal for corporate conferences, gala dinners, receptions, hybrid events, and award ceremonies, it also benefits from on‑site catering by Searcy's, in‑house AV, broadcast streaming capability, and excellent sustainability credentials (carbon‑neutral and Green Tourism rated)
Capacities (selected key rooms):
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Assembly Hall: Theatre‑style up to 600–664, standing up to 550, seated dinner up to 372, dinner & dance around 300, cabaret up to 208, classroom layout up to 198
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Bishop Partridge Hall: Up to 150 standing, seated dining up to 90, theatre up to 120, cabaret around 56, boardroom about 40
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Harvey Goodwin Suite: Theatre up to 180, seated lunch or dinner up to 150, dinner dance around 120, cabaret 96, standing reception up to 250
Altogether, the venue can host up to 600–664 delegates in a single space depending on layout and room selection
Christ Church Spitalfields
Located in the heart of East London, Christ Church Spitalfields is one of the capital’s most breath-taking event venues. Designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor and completed in the 18th century, the venue combines baroque grandeur with versatile event functionality. Set on the edge of Shoreditch and the City, it’s ideal for awards ceremonies, brand activations, gala dinners, concerts, and large-scale corporate events. The main space, The Nave, features soaring columns, stunning natural acoustics, and flexible production capabilities, while additional rooms offer breakout or support space for more complex event formats.
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The Nave: up to 500 standing, 350 theatre, 250 seated dinner
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The Crypt: up to 250 standing, 100 theatre, 70 seated dinner
Christ Church Spitalfields is fully licensed for live music, civil ceremonies, and late-night events. With in-house AV capabilities, catering flexibility, and a dramatic architectural backdrop, it’s a standout venue for planners seeking character, scale, and impact in a central location.
Bike Shed
Located on Old Street in the creative heart of Shoreditch, Behind The Bike Shed occupies two fully revamped railway arches (Arches 3 & 4), offering a gritty yet highly refined industrial event space. The venue spans around 4,880 sq ft across both arches, with underfloor heating, raw concrete floors, exposed brick, and multiple 3-phase power feeds—ideal for product launches, fashion shows, music videos, corporate parties, and immersive activations. A private 30‑m motor court adds outdoor flexibility, while the venue’s built-in AV rigging, motorised trussing, and blank-canvas layout appeal to planners seeking both character and technical adaptability.
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Full Arches (3 & 4): up to 400 standing, 180 theatre-style, 150 dining/cabaret, 180 boardroom/classroom layout—ideal for medium‑sized events with flexible floorplans.
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Individual arch hire: each arch handles around 200 guests standing, 180 theatre, 110–120 classroom/cabaret depending on layout.
This venue strikes a balance between edgy East London flair and practical flexibility—perfect for planners wanting high-impact experiences in a raw, warehouse-style backdrop without compromising on comfort or technical spec.
Unlocked Shoreditch
Located on Curtain Road in Shoreditch, Unlocked Shoreditch is a striking 25,000 sq ft industrial warehouse venue spread across three floors—beloved for brand activations, art exhibitions, fashion shows, product launches, and large-scale corporate events. The blank canvas design includes polished concrete floors, high ceilings, exposed brick, vehicle access (so you can drive in cars or large props), and flexible breakout configurations. With full AV infrastructure, in-house production support, and loading-level access, it offers both technical capability and creative freedom to bring ambitious briefs to life.
Capacities (by area):
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Whole Venue (all floors combined): up to 1,500–1,600 standing; theatre capacity around 550; seated dinners up to 350 guests.
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Basement / Lower Ground (Studio 1): up to 900 standing; theatre up to 600.
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Ground Floor (Studios 3 + 4): approximately 800 standing; theatre around 350 for cabaret up to 200; seated dining around 300 guests.
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First Floor (Studios 5 + 6): similar to the ground floor, with around 800 standing; theatre up to 350; seated capacity approximately 300 depending on configuration.
This venue is ideal for planners looking for a high‑impact, flexible space in East London that accommodates large guest counts, vehicle staging, and fully bespoke builds. It’s frequently hired in its entirety for immersive brand experiences or multi-zoned launches—while also offering individually hireable studios to suit smaller-scale events or segmented activations.
Woolwich Works
Woolwich Works is a vibrant riverside creative hub at the historic Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, Southeast London. Housed within beautifully restored Grade II and II* listed buildings, the venue combines industrial heritage with contemporary event readiness. Ideal for culture-led corporate gatherings, immersive brand activations, weddings, conferences, community events, and performances, it offers a range of flexible spaces including the dramatic Fireworks Factory, contemporary studios, galleries, and outdoor courtyards, all served by excellent transport links via the Elizabeth Line, DLR, and riverside access
Capacities (selected key spaces):
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Fireworks Factory: up to 1,800 standing, theatre up to 1,200 depending on layout
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Whole venue hire: accommodates up to 1,800 guests standing or around 1,000 theatre‑style across its combined spaces.
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Ropekeepers & Stonecutters Studios combined: theatre up to 200, cabaret up to 140, dining/banquet up to 200
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Knight Gallery: theatre & reception for up to 130–230, cabaret and dining around 90–200 depending on layout
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Coopers Studio: reception up to 60, theatre around 60, cabaret up to 50
Collectively, these allow for tailored event-scale options—from intimate breakout spaces to the impressive Fireworks Factory hosting large-scale standing receptions or seated performances.
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Dockside Vaults
Located beneath the historic Ivory House at St Katharine Docks by Tower Bridge, Dockside Vaults is an atmospheric underground venue offering approximately 10,000 sq ft of exposed-brick corridors and alcove spaces. This Grade II listed location features a dramatic vaulted layout with ten side-rooms branching off the central space, alongside in-house lighting, a full PA system, fibre‑optic internet, multiple plasma screens, and a Michelin-trained catering team. It’s ideal for immersive conferences, exhibitions, brand activations, weddings, parties, and live performances—especially when you want a unique central‑London setting with real character.
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Maximum standing reception: up to 450 guests
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Seated dining or dinner & dance: around 360
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Theatre-style: approximately 200
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Built—or occasional—seating: up to 168 fixed seats if needed
Dockside Vaults is fully licensed (including weddings), operates until midnight, and offers adaptable layouts thanks to its alcove design—making it a strong option for flexible midday-to-evening corporate events or cultural activations that require multiple zones within a single canvas space. The combination of historic detailing and modern technical support makes it both atmospheric and functional.
Kindred
Located just outside Hammersmith Tube station, Kindred is a beautifully restored Grade II-listed mansion offering event spaces across its top two floors. With heritage charm mixed with refined modern interiors, the venue is perfect for corporate events, private dining, weddings, and performances. Main spaces include The Hall, The Library, The Salon, and smaller breakout rooms—each equipped with full AV, in‑house catering, and a stage setup for live music or presentations
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The Hall: up to 180 standing, 80 seated dining, 120 theatre-style depending on configuration
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The Library: up to 60 standing, around 30 seated dining, and 45 theatre-style seating
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Butterwick Room: small boardroom/dining space for around 14–16 seated guests
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Whole venue (multiple rooms combined): maximum capacity of around 240 guests for receptions or late‑night events
Kindred is especially well-suited to more intimate yet stylish occasions—candlelit dinners, networking receptions, and small conferences up to 120 guests. For larger parties or wedding receptions, the venue scales beautifully to host mid-size event groups up to 240 attendees, with versatile layouts and a dedicated events team handling catering, AV, and logistics seamlessly.
Battersea Arts Centre
Located in the historic former town hall on Lavender Hill, Battersea Arts Centre (BAC) is a dynamic, arts-led venue that seamlessly blends Edwardian grandeur with cutting-edge technical capability. The venue’s crown jewel, the Grand Hall Suite—including the Octagonal Hall and Grand Hall—is perfect for high-impact corporate events, product launches, weddings, awards ceremonies, and cultural experiences. Complementing this are creative breakout rooms such as the Council Chamber, Lower Hall, Members’ Bar, and Elm House Meeting Rooms, offering flexibility for intimate workshops or hybrid event design.
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Grand Hall Suite: up to 800 standing reception, 500 theatre-style, 350 seated dining or dinner & dance, with ceremonial seating capacity for up to 600 guests
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Council Chamber: up to 200 standing, 150 theatre, 120 seated dining, boardroom around 40
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Members’ Bar / Lower Hall: flexible meeting and networking space for up to 80 guests
BAC is not only architecturally striking but operationally versatile: equipped with in-house AV, production support, catering, and adaptable floor layouts. Whether you're planning a large-scale gala dinner, a seated performance in the Grand Hall, or a hybrid conference with breakouts in the Lower Hall and Members’ Bar, BAC offers creative potential and historic character just minutes from Clapham Junction.
Clapham Grand
Situated near Clapham Junction in Battersea, The Clapham Grand is an iconic Grade II-listed Victorian music hall offering spectacular architectural detail and a massive event footprint. With a sweeping auditorium, ornate balconies, stage, multiple bars, and VIP boxes, it's ideal for live performances, corporate launches, private parties, screenings, and cultural events. The venue includes a private party room on the upper floor—complete with its own bar, DJ setup, projector, and dancefloor—for intimate groups or VIP use.
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Entire Main Space: up to 1,250 standing or about 700 seated for dinners or theatre-style seating
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Upper‑floor Private Bar & Party Room: accommodates around 60 seated, or 60–80 standing depending on layout
The Clapham Grand is perfect for large-scale receptions or seated events requiring historic grandeur, top-tier technical support, and vibrant social atmosphere. At the same time, its private room offers flexibility for smaller, more focused gatherings. Its layout works well for multi-room activations, hybrid formats, or immersive branding experiences backed by professional in-house staff and full venue facilities.
Lindley Hall
Located in the heart of Westminster on Elverton Street, Lindley Hall is the original Edwardian exhibition space of the Royal Horticultural Society. Bathed in natural light under a stunning glass-vaulted ceiling—and featuring over 875 sqm of uninterrupted floor space—it’s a versatile blank canvas for corporate launches, conferences, awards dinners, exhibitions, fashion shows, and weddings. The period architecture brings elegance while full blackout is available when needed, making it ideal for day‑to‑evening events needing adaptability.
Capacities (Main Hall):
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Standing reception: up to 650 guests
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Seated dining / Dinner: up to 630‑650 seated, with approx. 480 for dinner & dance without reception space
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Theatre-style: up to 540, or 480 with reception
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Cabaret style: around 480 without reception, or 280 with reception
Lindley Hall accommodates up to 480 delegates in full theatre configuration and can host up to 650 guests standing, making it one of Central London’s most flexible event spaces. From gala dinners and fashion showcases (up to 500 seated) to exhibition layouts of up to 160 stands, it offers both scale and character. Its combination of architectural grandeur, production-ready infrastructure, and central location make it a standout venue for high-impact corporate or cultural events.
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