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Best Christmas party venues with outdoor winter spaces in London

Want to celebrate Christmas in the great outdoors? These festive London spots have al fresco spaces ready to hire. The idea of an outdoor Christmas party might have you reaching for your hot water bottle, but fear not! Among London’s many brilliant Christmas party venues, there are lots that offer covered and heated outdoor spaces for hire, so you can enjoy a bit of fresh air without catching a chill.

Updated on 28 April 2026

We know what you’re thinking - who on Earth would want to host a Christmas party in London’s Baltic outdoors? Well, we have lots of great reasons to consider hosting an outdoor party this Christmas. Al fresco celebrations have a certain magic about them - one that’s hard to replicate indoors. With twinkling lights strung on trees, the crisp winter air, and cozy touches like fire pits, blankets, and warm drinks, the setting feels festive and unique. Guests enjoy more space to mingle, kids can play freely, and decorations blend naturally with the outdoor surroundings for extra charm.

There’s also a practical aspect to an outdoor party. Fresh air keeps the gathering comfortable, safer for those mindful of health, and less noisy for neighbors. Outdoor space opens up possibilities for fun activities too, like roasting marshmallows, and playing seasonal games.

These outdoor winter spaces come in many shapes and sizes, too. There are lots of restaurants that transform their gardens and terraces for winter, pulling out heaters, blankets, festive decorations and fairy lights to turn their al fresco spaces into magical little winter wonderlands. Beyond that, London is full of unique, wonderful places to hold a festive party - our list of the best outdoor spaces for Christmas parties includes breweries, hotels, Georgian mansions, Livery Halls, and even one of the capital’s most iconic sports stadiums.

The Bloomsbury

The Bloomsbury

The Bloomsbury Hotel, Marylebone, London, WC1B 3NN

This striking, 1930s neo-Georgian hotel on Great Russell Street is home to a number of iconic private hire spaces, but perhaps the most recognisable is Dalloway Terrace - a foliage laden terrace with floral decor that changes from season to season. If you’re looking for somewhere highly Instagrammable for a Christmas party, Dalloway Terrace never fails to impress.

Cinnamon Kitchen

Cinnamon Kitchen

9 Devonshire Square , Liverpool Street, London, EC2M 4YL

We’re big fans of Cinnamon Kitchen’s reliable, fairly-priced and delicious Indian cooking, and it makes a fantastic colourful Christmas party venue. You can book the Upper Terrace separately if you’re planning a wonderful winter garden party - this one is completely weather resistant, with space for up to 60 seated guests, or 100 standing.

Holmes Hotel London

Holmes Hotel London

83 Chiltern Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6NF

The Holmes Hotel Roof Terrace is a real hidden gem - an enchanting, fairy-lit rooftop with space for a Christmas drinks party for 20. It’s not covered so bring your coats, but if it starts snowing, you’re in for a jolly old time. You can have dinner up here too, and Holmes Hotel in-house catering is excellent, with customisable set menus available.

Big Penny Social

Big Penny Social

1 Priestley Way, Walthamstow, London, E17 6AL

Planning a Christmas party with bags of fun and activities? Big Penny Social is the way to go: not only is there mulled wine, craft beer and boozy hot chocolate on tap, there are also curling lanes for hire, so you can all partake in a little friendly competition. The festive beer hall is also fun too, and you can expect live bands and DJs to be playing through most of the festive season.

Morden Hall

Morden Hall

Morden Hall, Morden, London, SM4 5JD

Morden Hall is a stunning 18th-century country house near Morden Station, nestled within 125 acres of absolutely beautiful National Trust parkland. The Hall itself has lots of private hire spaces, but the Gardens are a prize attraction; the private lawn is very picturesque in winter, as is the river Wandle, which meanders through the grounds.

Swingers West End

Swingers West End

15 John Prince's Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AB

Swingers West End’s massive Terrace is in effect, a 3000 sq ft walled garden, complete with retractable roof and heating. Festive foliage hangs from the ceiling beams, turning this into a little Christmas paradise for up to 120 standing guests. Swingers handles Christmas catering in-house too, and you have easy access to the nearby Fairground Bar for your drinks, plus there’s always the promise of some friendly mini golf.

Brindisa Tapas Battersea

Brindisa Tapas Battersea

Unit 25 Battersea Power Station, Battersea, London, SW11 8NN

We all fancy a bit of Spanish sunshine in the colder months, right? While we can’t guarantee dry Andalusian sun, Brindisa Tapas Battersea’s menus are sure to transport you there. Covered and heated, the Terrace here can host groups of up to 20 for sit-down festive banquets or 35 for standing events with seasonal canapes and cocktails.

The Mandrake

The Mandrake

20 – 21 Newman Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1T1PG

Another favourite among London’s Instagram set, The Mandrake’s Jurema Winter Terrace is always popular, as it transforms for just a few months each year into a fur-covered winter wonderland. With capacity for up to 100 standing guests, it makes a great spot for a Christmas drinks party, complete with seasonal canapes and bowl food. Or, there’s room for 20 dinner guests along a long banquet table.

601 Queen’s Road

601 Queen’s Road

Centre Court Shopping Centre, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8YE

With a wraparound rooftop terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows, 601 Queen's Road boasts beautiful views over London. Adorned with twinkling fairy lights and flickering candles, the space is the perfect backdrop for a Christmas party. Available to hire exclusively, the venue hosts up to 280 guests and offers festive party boards, with Christmassy snacks to share.

Stanley

Stanley's Chelsea

151 Sydney Street, Chelsea, London, SW3 6NT

Stanley’s picturesque courtyard has been Instagrammed a million times over. Inspired by a quintessential English country garden, this iconic spot is beautiful at all times of year, and offers room for up to 150 standing guests to enjoy some al fresco Christmas spirit. The bright Orangery, with its glass doors and roof, is also worth checking out.

Vagabond St Paul’s

Vagabond St Paul’s

Unit 1, Warwick Court, City of London, London, EC4M 7DX

Vagabond’s outdoor terrace - The Porch - sits right in the heart of Paternoster Square, boasting views of St Paul’s Cathedral. This open-air spot is covered all year round, with space for up to 50 seated guests, or 80 standing. It’s comfortable and relaxed - a perfect place to sip on Vagabond’s selection of over 100 wines by the glass.

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