The best pubs in London for Christmas parties

Bermondsey local The Garrison is loved by locals for its welcoming staff, pared-back interiors and locally sourced menus. They’re pretty flexible here and will try to accommodate any request, from group dining to exclusive hire. Menus are reasonably priced too, with three courses for £45, or two courses for £40. 

One of West London’s newer boozers, The Holland received much praise when it opened in 2022 and for good reason. Head chef Max de Nahlik is a serious talent and his 2024 Christmas menu sounds like a corker. Chicken liver parfait with tangerine and muscat jelly, venison haunch with red wine sauce, and miso chocolate brownie with creme fraiche to finish. Yum.

This 18th century, grade-II listed pub in the heart of Fitzrovia boasts a sprawling network of atmospheric spaces, from its chandelier-clad private dining room to the cosy Snug. Groups of four to 150 are catered for here, while festive menus feature pimped festive classics like a ‘Pigs In Blankets’ Scotch Egg and whisky cured smoked salmon.

Celebrate the cosy season at The Walmer Castle in Notting Hill, where exec chef Ondrej has created a menu of festive favourites to be enjoyed alongside wines from award-winning merchants. Choose between the larger Lonsdale Room for up to 40 seated guests, or The Westbourne Room for 20.  

With a name like Lamb & Trotter, you can expect the menu to include some meaty options, from ox cheek croquettes with plum ketchup and blue cheese sauce to Norfolk Bronze turkey with all the trimmings. It boasts two bars – one upstairs, one downstairs – as well as a large dining room that you can hire in part or exclusively.

Recently revamped Putney pub The Railway offers spaces and menus aplenty for Christmas parties of all styles. Discover several bars, seated spaces and a ton of room for dancing across its three floors. There’s even a roof garden if you can brave the cold.  

Forget white tablecloths and miniscule canapes; this grungy neighbourhood pub invites you to let your hair down with over 15 craft beers on tap, cocktails, smash burgers, music and sport! From festive drinks to a full-blown celebration, the team are ready to throw your team a par-tay at this brilliant boozer.  

This east London boozer is considered gastropub royalty, with a menu curated by MasterChef: The Professionals winner Nikita Pathakji and a selection of private and semi-private rooms across its two floors. Food is modern British with a twist, think venison shank with lapsang souchong sauce, and chicken liver parfait with chaat masala.  

Located in the heart of Fulham Broadway, this pub and beer garden boasts over 20 craft brews on tap, Christmas canape and drinks bundles, plus multiple spaces for your office bash or get-together with friends. Choose between The Den, The Garden or full venue hire for up to 200 standing guests.  

The Cadogan Arms is readying itself for a fun-filled festive season with its family-style feasting menus. From 'Pigs in Blankets' Scotch eggs to winter fruit crumble with vanilla custard, your guests are in for a treat. Choose between The Rose Room (35 seated), The Dining Room (40 seated) or exclusive hire (150 seated).

Nestled just outside of London, The King’s Arms is a short train ride that’s worth the journey. This year, it's offering a broad range of Christmas party packages, from family dining to office parties and everything in between. Its ‘Magical Winter Nights’ are back for 2024 too, promising a winter dining experience like no other. 

This celebrity-owned pub (from Ed Sheeran, no less) on Portobello Road promises a party atmosphere every night of the week. Come Christmas, the venue is decked to the nines with festive paraphernalia, and all event types are welcome, from sit-down dinners to drinks and canape receptions.

Choose from two distinctly designed spaces for your Christmas bash: the Games Room with a private bar, darts board and access to the terrace, or The Dog Leg, an intimate semi-private room with a long table and beautiful chandelier. The Christmas set menu starts from £50 for two courses, and features beef cheek lasagne, turkey with truffle jus, and Christmas pudding ice cream with warm madeleines.

Treat your team to a fantastic meal at this charming neighbourhood pub in Chelsea. The private Hamilton Room can seat 35 for dinner, or 50 for a standing reception, and is equipped with a fully stocked bar, sound system and flat-screen TV. Food wise, there's a three-course Christmas set menu for £60 per person.

This historic British boozer is home to three private events spaces: the Garden Room and Terrace (40 seated), the First Floor Dining Room (50 seated) and the Private Dining Room (10 seated). You can always guarantee cracking food here, complemented by a curated wine list and independently brewed ales.  

One of JKS groups' latest endeavours, The Hound on Chiswick High Street is a gorgeous pub set inside a former Victorian police station. From an inviting reception room to two private dining rooms and a bright, covered courtyard, there are plenty of places to host your party. Or, opt for exclusive hire for up to 200 guests.