Christmas Parties at Trafalgar St James Rooftop

Trafalgar St James

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Elegant dining table with fur accents for upscale Christmas parties at Trafalgar St James.
  • From £28000
  • 180 Reception
  • Charing Cross
  • From £28000
  • 180 Reception
  • Charing Cross
Europe's Best Rooftop Restaurant 2022 with unrivalled panoramic views over Trafalgar Square and Central London skyline.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Central Trafalgar Square location
  • In-house catering and bar service
  • Flexible minimum spend packages
  • Late license until midnight
  • Award-winning rooftop restaurant with panoramic London views
  • Retractable canopies and heaters for year-round events
  • Multiple private and semi-private spaces
  • Full AV capabilities with DJ setup

Christmas time at The Trafalgar St. James is the most wonderful time of the year; from Christmas celebrations with work colleagues to quality time with family and friends, it's the ideal place to spend the festive period in London.

We are delighted to offer a selection of carefully curated menus and inspire you with the ultimate celebration packages with the help of our insightful events team.

Enjoy skyline views of Central London from our iconic Rooftop Bar or wine and dine in our botanical garden oasis, Rockwell.




Frequently asked questions

The Rooftop has several areas with different minimum spends: Full Rooftop hire starts from £25,000-£30,000 including VAT, Deck area from £14,000 including VAT (up to 100 guests), Gallery area from £12,000-£16,000 including VAT (up to 60 guests), The Room from £3,000 including VAT (up to 25 guests), and Half Deck from £7,000-£10,000 including VAT (up to 50 guests). All minimum spends are on food and beverage services, plus a mandatory 13% discretionary service charge.

The Full Rooftop can accommodate up to 180 attendees in a reception layout, the Deck area up to 100 guests, the Gallery area up to 60 guests, The Room up to 25 guests, and the Half Deck up to 50 guests. All capacities are for standing reception format.

Events are available from 15:00 to 24:00, with music permitted until 24:00. The venue has retractable canopies and heaters for adverse weather conditions.

On Wednesdays and Thursdays, only full exclusive hires of The Rooftop are available - partial area bookings are not offered on these days. Other days of the week allow for both full and partial area bookings.

The venue cannot provide quotes for bookings beyond January 2025, and their event sales strategy for October 2025 onwards is under review. For groups of 60 guests or less, they will only provide quotes a maximum of 30 days prior to the event date.

If the agreed minimum spend on food and beverage is not met, the remaining amount will be charged as room hire. The 13% discretionary service charge is applied to the final food and beverage total.

Canapé selections start from £14.00-£15.00 per person including VAT for 3 items, with premium options at £21.00 per person. Bowl and Buns options range from £27.00-£38.00 per person for 3 selections, and sweet selections start from £12.00 per person for 3 items. All catering costs count towards your minimum spend.

For bookings of fewer than 25 guests that do not require a private space, you can contact the Rooftop team directly 30 days prior to your event, or the events team can forward your inquiry to them. This is for regular table bookings rather than private event space.

The venue allows both DJs and live bands, with music permitted until 24:00. They can provide access to digital screens for presentations or demos, and offer background music/playlist services suitable for conversation during networking events.

Yes, The Rooftop features outdoor terrace space with retractable canopies for adverse weather conditions and heaters for comfort. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor options with views over Trafalgar Square from the Gallery area.




More about Trafalgar St James

In the heart of London, The Trafalgar St. James hosts 137 beautiful bedrooms, including three luxurious suites, which offers guests a stylish and memorable stay. Subtle Art Deco design notes evoke the glamour of travel's golden age, while tactile furnishings and playful ornamentation create the perfect playground for modern explorers. Home to two unique dining and drinking experiences; The Rooftop is a premium restaurant and bar, offering exceptional cuisine with unrivalled views over the city, while our Bistro & Wine Bar, Rockwell, offers an elegant experience with exquisite wine.