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Christmas Party Venues in Barbican

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8 Christmas Party in venues in Barbican

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Stationers' Hall and Garden

St Paul's · Up to 400 reception
From £4,000 / evening

A historic Grade I listed venue near St Paul's, ideal for festive dinners and events with a garden.
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The Brewery

City of London · Up to 112 theatre
From £155 / per person / evening

An exclusive party venue with a brewing past, contemporary decor, and high-tech lighting for up to 100 guests.
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The Anthologist

City of London · Up to 220 standing
From £2,000 / morning

A laid-back restaurant in the city, ideal for dining events, parties, and corporate gatherings.
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The Refinery City Point

CIty · Up to 250 standing
From £5,000 / hr

A chic, contemporary bar and restaurant with a stylish interior and outdoor terrace in a city location.
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The Happenstance

St Paul's · Up to 350 standing
From £4,000 / day

Chic bar with terrace near St. Paul's. Ideal for private parties, corporate events, and dining.
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The Trading House

City of London · Up to 450 buffet
From £5,000 / day

A high-energy City bar and restaurant with flexible exclusive hire for parties and celebrations.
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Ping Pong Bow Bell's House

St Pauls · Up to 220 reception
From £1,000 / day

A stylish venue near St Paul's with a unique space for events, weddings and parties.
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Draft House Farringdon

Farringdon · Up to 150 standing
From £1,000 / day

A large, contemporary basement beer hall with a spacious dance floor, suitable for gatherings and events.
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Frequently asked questions

Which transport links serve Barbican venues for after-party accessibility?
Barbican station (Circle/H&C/Metropolitan) is a 2 min walk; Moorgate (Northern/Circle/H&C/Met) 5 min; Farringdon (Elizabeth/Circle/H&C/Met) 8 min. Night buses N76/N133 run until 04:00. Advise guests to allow 15 min from King’s Cross or Liverpool Street.
What deposit and payment schedule do Barbican venues require for Christmas parties?
Expect to pay a 25–30% deposit on booking. For a 100-guest event at £100pp (~£10,000 total), this is £2,500–£3,000. The balance, usually 70–75%, is due 30–60 days before. Some venues require full settlement by mid-November.
How can I elevate the Christmas party experience for 100 guests in a Barbican venue?
Hire a live jazz trio (£1,200–£1,500), photobooth (£500), interactive cocktail station (£20pp), festive lighting package (£700) and bespoke décor (£800). Offer a welcome drink and short awards segment or raffle to engage guests.
What technical and AV setup is typical for a Christmas party in Barbican venues?
Central Barbican spaces include a PA system, wireless mic, projector screen and basic uplighting. Budget ~£500–£700 for additional uplighters or DJ sound. Ensure 3-phase power is available if planning a live band, and request on-site tech support 4–6 weeks ahead.
What budget per head should I allocate for a 100-person Christmas party in Barbican?
In central Barbican expect to budget £60–£100 per head. At £100pp, catering (canapés, two-course meal), half-bottle wine and basic entertainment for 100 costs ~£10,000. Add a £1,000–£2,000 venue hire fee and a 25–30% deposit on booking.
What time slots are available for Christmas party hire in Barbican?
Evening slots are typically 17:00–23:00 or 18:00–00:00 with a 5–7 hour hire. Daytime bookings run 09:00–15:00 or 11:00–17:00 over 4–6 hours. Check if set-up and breakdown windows are included or need separate booking.
How can I create a festive seating plan for 100 guests at a Barbican Christmas party?
Use nine 1.5 m-diameter rounds seating 10–12 each or rectangular tables seating eight. Allocate 1.2 m² per guest to allow standing areas. Assign name-card placements with themed centrepieces to guide flow. Leave 1 m aisles between tables for service.
Are Barbican Christmas party venues wheelchair accessible?
Most Barbican rooms have step-free access, lifts, wide doorways and adapted WCs. Audio induction loops are available on request. Confirm compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and request the venue’s access audit 6 weeks before the event.
What catering options are available for a 100-person Christmas party in Barbican?
Standard menus include 3–4 canapés pp on arrival, two-course seated dinner, half-bottle wine and one cocktail. Expect 150 canapés, 100 mains, 50 vegetarian dishes. Pricing is £60–£100pp; premium stations (cheese, oyster) add £15–£20pp.
How long should I book a Christmas party venue in Barbican?
Most venues offer 5–7 hour evening slots (e.g. 18:00–00:00) in December. Daytime hires run 09:00–15:00 or 11:00–17:00 over 4–6 hours. Book by June–August to secure peak dates and confirm whether load-out/clean-up time is included.
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