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South Bank, with its iconic skyline and vibrant atmosphere, is a premier choice for hosting memorable Christmas parties. This bustling area offers a variety of venues that cater to the festive spirit, ideal for organisations looking to celebrate the season in style. Consider the ambiance, capacity, and location when choosing your perfect venue.

A stone's throw from Embankment tube station and Waterloo train and tube stations, the South Bank is super accessible.

TRANSPORT

The South Bank Centre is a world-famous performance and arts venue offering many cultural events year-round. 

CULTURE

Whether you fancy relaxed Italian fare or more upmarket dining options, the South Bank is the place to be.

FOOD & DRINK

Nestled beside the River Thames, the South Bank is a pretty tree-lined stretch in central London that's packed full of stylish restaurants, relaxed bars, and famous attractions such as the Tate Modern, the London Eye, the London Dungeon and Sea Life. Whether you're planning a family friendly day out, leading an educational workshop or a corporate dinner, the South Bank is a great option. Culture-wise, the South Bank is home to the South Bank Centre, National Theatre and BFI theatre, which all make great locations for events.

The history of South Bank can be traced back to the 12th century, when it was primarily used as a landing site for ships travelling up and down the River Thames. Nowadays, the South Bank is very well connected to other parts of London, with Waterloo train station and tube stations nearby, as well as the Thames Clipper stopping alongside the London Eye.

An extremely popular destination in the summer especially, this relaxed area is bustling with energy and offers great views of Big Ben, St Paul's and of course, the iconic London Eye. 

South Bank

Sprawling gardens, trendy meeting spaces or vast exhibition halls... South London offers the best of the best.

VENUE VARIETY

South London is extremely well connected to the rest of the city and beyond, thanks to its plentiful tube, train and bus connections.

Whether you want to visit the Cutty Sark, engage your team with an away day in Brixton or dance the night away in Clapham, there's plenty to do!

THINGS TO DO

South London is the southern part of the city, encompassing areas such as Lambeth, Wandsworth, Southwark, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich and Richmond. A bustling and vibrant region, there are so many different cultural influences here, which show in the array of restaurants, bars and entertainment offerings. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll through leafy Richmond, want to sample a world-famous brewery in Brixton or meet up with your team in Wimbledon Village, there's something for everyone!

This also means that there are plenty of unique event spaces here. Whether you need a blank canvas space for a pop-up or brand activation, a large hall for a conference, a trendy, intimate space for a meeting or anything in between, we guarantee South London has it!

In addition to its venue variety and village-like way of life, South London is very well connected to the rest of the city and beyond, with numerous tube and train lines running throughout the region.

South London

Discover top Christmas Party Venues in South Bank, London. Ideal for festive celebrations with a professional touch.

Christmas Party Venues in South Bank

Christmas Party Venues

Iconic Georgian venue with 11 event spaces, perfect for festive dinners and corporate receptions.

Located on the Strand, RSA House is one of London's most iconic Christmas venues, offering 11 unique event spaces across four floors. Built in 1774, RSA House seamlessly blends Georgian design with modern facilities, and is unparalleled in its versatility, with options to suit Christmas parties large and small. From Lavish festive dinners with friends and family, to corporate drinks receptions, the team are on hand to cater to your every request. 

Christmas party venue with exposed brick walls and arched ceiling at RSA House.

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Christmas party venue with unique brick arch ceiling, ideal for corporate and social events.

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Christmas party venue with exposed brick arches at RSA House, perfect for events.

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Elegant banquet hall at RSA House for upscale Christmas parties and corporate events.

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"Stylish RSA House Christmas party with exposed brick arches and festive tree."

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Christmas Parties

London

RSA House

Located on the ground floor, the Reading Room is prefect for canape receptions, private dinners, award ceremonies, special celebrations. With its fireplace frieze carved by British sculptor Gilbert Bayes, bets known for the Queen of Time clock above Selfridges' main doorway, and flanked by marble columns the spacious Reading Room is exceptionally versatile.  

Featuring abundant natural light and high ceiling, the beautiful gilded wooden gallery with leather-bound books add to the dramatic grandeur of the room. 

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The Reading Room 

113 Chancery Lane 

An intimate, historic room for private dining in a serene setting near the River Thames.

Seating up to 22 guests, the light and airy Queen's room offers a more intimate setting for a private dining event. Called the Queen's Room after HRH The Queen Mother, it is decorated with paintings associated with her appointment as Royal Bencher of the Inn in 1944.

Elegant Queen's Room with wooden table, ideal for corporate retreats and exclusive events.

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Queen's Room

The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple

A festive venue in the OXO Tower with stunning Thames views, ideal for Christmas celebrations.

Experience Winterland at OXO2, nestled within the iconic OXO Tower by the Thames. Breathtaking views of St Paul's Cathedral and the London Skyline create the perfect backdrop for your festive celebration. Indulge in signature cocktails by our Liquid Chef while immersing yourself in the cool, crisp aesthetics of this enchanting venue. 

Our culinary specialists have curated a selection of delectable dishes that perfectly complement the festive ambience. From mouthwatering canapés to sumptuous feats, our food offerings are designed to satisfy and impress every palate. 

Winterland Christmas event space with elegant tables and festive decor for holiday gala.

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Elegant banquet space with blue linens, ideal for weddings and corporate galas.

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"Winterland Christmas welcome display with deer and trees for festive events"

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Winterland Christmas entrance with frosted trees, perfect for seasonal events.

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Winterland Christmas entrance with frosty decor and festive trees for a magical event.

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Winterland Christmas

OXO2

A versatile arts venue in central London, ideal for festive events with 20-2,500 guests.

Looking for top-notch caterers for your event? We partner with trusted caterers who use high-quality ingredients to craft delicious menus. Get in touch with our team to see the catering packages we offer for the festive period.

When you host your event at the Southbank Centre, you benefit from the support of our Event Managers, a whole team of people dedicated to ensuring your event runs smoothly.

Festive dining setup with elegant decor for corporate holiday parties in Southbank Centre.

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Festive holiday gathering at Southbank Centre with elegant decor and warm lighting.

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Festive dining setup at Southbank Centre with elegant decor for holiday celebrations.

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Festive Southbank Centre event with elegant dining and London Eye sunset view.

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Festive Southbank Centre event space with twinkling lights and red wine for holiday celebrations.

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Festive Celebrations

Southbank Centre

A versatile modern venue with a vibrant cabaret vibe, ideal for events up to 750 guests.

Vibrant event space at Eight Embankment with central stage for corporate gatherings.

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Elegant event space at Eight Embankment with sleek stage, ideal for fashion shows and galas.

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Versatile event space with runway and black chairs, perfect for fashion shows and corporate events.

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Vibrant event space at Eight Embankment with elegant staircase, ideal for corporate events.

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Eight Embankment

Elegant riverside room with historic charm, ideal for weddings, receptions, and events up to 250 guests.

The Reading & Writing Room on 2nd floor of One Whitehall Place and overlooks the River Thames, London Eye & Whitehall gardens. 

The room displays magnificent faience tiling, and has a built in parquet dance floor under the carpet. It can be used for a wedding ceremony for up to 130 people, drinks receptions up to 250 standing and seated wedding breakfast for 130 people. 

Used in conjunction with the interconnecting Gladstone Library, the rooms provide an exquisite flexible combination of rooms for your wedding. Bespoke wedding packages are available to enable you to design your day.

Elegant Reading & Writing Room at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, perfect for weddings.

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Elegant banquet hall with fine china, ideal for corporate events and formal dinners.

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Elegant event space with white chairs and blue sashes at The Royal Horseguards Hotel.

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Elegant Reading & Writing Room with chandeliers, perfect for receptions and networking events.

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Elegant banquet hall with round tables, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Weddings

Reading & Writing Room

The Royal Horseguards Hotel and One Whitehall Place

Elegant Grade II listed venue in Westminster with diverse function rooms and exceptional service.

Located on the ground floor of this award-winning Grade II listing venue, the Brunel room is fully accessible. Guests will be amazed by the walls which are covered with rich, dark French walnut panelling and the ceilings adorned by beautifully embellished plaster and lit by a large chandelier. The soft furnishings including recently-added curtains and carpets are well-appointed in reds, greens and golds which create a warm and luxurious feel.
The Brunel room is connected to the Council room which allow flexibility in how the space is used should you have a drinks reception before your event.

Elegant Brunel Room with round tables, ideal for upscale meetings and banquets.

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Brunel Room event space with elegant wood paneling, ideal for networking and receptions.