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Christmas Party OptionsIf you want to book a character venue, restaurant, nightclub, bar or hotel for this years’ company Christmas party, possibly with the perennial 'dancing later', there are plenty of great parties on offer. Here are some of the best options in London:
London HiltonSweeping views over Hype Park & Park Lane is what you’ll get if you hold your party at the London Hilton. Choose from the 1,000-capacity ballroom & a host of stunning rooms holding from ten to 100 people.
Sports CafeWith five bars, a dance floor and a multitude of screens showing sporting action, the buzzy atmosphere of the Sports Cafe in Haymarket provides a lively setting for Christmas parties of any size up to 650.
Institute of DirectorsWhy not immerse yourself this festive season in the timeless elegance of 116 Pall Mall, home of the Institute of Directors (SW1), where the traditional surroundings will be jumping to a top DJ 'til 1am.
Carlton Tower The Jumeirah Carlton Tower, the five-star hotel in the heart of Knightsbridge, is an impressive venue for an extravagant Christmas party. The hotel can provide a variety of rooms suitable for small and large parties.
Law Society’s HallThe stunning Law Society’s Hall has a number of rooms suitable for Christmas parties. The catering is expertly taken care of by Leith's – who can provide anything from tasty canapes to a formal banqueting menu.
Kingsway Hall HotelLocated in fashionable Covent Garden, the Kingsway Hall Hotel offers a contemporary and elegant setting for Christmas parties. A selection of delicious menus has been created, starting from £36 pp.
The Westbury MayfairThis festive season, The Westbury Mayfair is not only offering some great-value party packages, the hotel is also decking its halls with dazzling decorations to create a ‘home away from home’ for the holidays.
SoundSound offers the ultimate experience in Christmas parties with its eight bars, two dance floors and video screens. The dynamic atmosphere provides a lively setting for parties from 10 to 600 people.
Cabinet War Rooms Celebrate Christmas in Churchill's secret London HQ at the Cabinet War Rooms (SW1). The party package enables up to 320 people to enjoy the recently refurbished historical building. (From £70 pp incl. disco)
FabricMusic lovers should head for Fabric, one of Europe’s leading dance & music venues, this Christmas, where a whooping 1600 people can dance the night away among glass, brick, wood & steel.
Science MuseumThe Science Museum (SW7) in South Kensington offers an amazing selection of party venues and ideas this season - choose from three all-inclusive packages from £110 per person, or create your own theme.
Veeraswamy & Chutney MaryMasala World’s famous Indian restaurants, Veeraswamy & Chutney Mary are great settings for parties or private functions. Both restaurants boast sophisticated looks & exciting Indian menus.
London Marriott Hotel Park LaneAt the London Marriott Hotel Park Lane you can celebrate the festive season in one of the stunning private and intimate function rooms or at the 140 Park Lane Restaurant & Bar, which offers a range of tempting menus.
HMS BelfastHMS Belfast was preserved for the nation in 1971 as a unique reminder of Britain's Naval Heritage. She makes an amazing setting for Christmas parties & commands wonderful views across the river.
Browns CourtroomsCelebrate this Christmas in court at Browns Courtrooms, where up to 100 diners can enjoy the delicious menus that have been created for festive parties. Prices start at £40 for a three-course lunch menu.
Browns Restaurants & BarsFamous for their high standards of food & service, Browns Restaurants & Bars are also hugely popular for X-mas parties, for up to 100 people for a sit-down dinner or 200 for a stand-up reception.
National Army MuseumThis festive season, the National Army Museum is offering a 20 per cent discount on the cost of hiring the venue for Christmas parties. The venue offers a host of exciting rooms that are great for social gathering.