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Discover London’s Best Christmas Pubs for This Festive Season
11 of London’s Best Christmas Pubs and Party Venues for 2026
Planning Christmas drinks, a festive meal or a party with your favourite people? London has plenty of places to make the occasion special, from historic pubs beside the Thames to private rooms with space for a proper celebration. We’re starting close to home at Prince of Peckham, then exploring pubs and party venues across the capital. Whether you want a relaxed gathering, a Christmas Day lunch or an evening of music and dancing, this guide will help you build your shortlist.Updated 18 October 2026 using the venues’ official websites. Prices appear only where a current, dated offer could be verified. Availability, opening hours and booking terms should be confirmed directly with each venue.
1. Prince of Peckham: Christmas Celebrations in South London
Bring your Christmas plans to our corner of South London. At Prince of Peckham, we have spaces for everything from a small gathering with friends to a larger celebration with colleagues. Start with the people you want to invite, then speak to our team about the room and arrangements that suit your plans.Find Your Party Space
The Queens Room accommodates up to 100 standing or 40 seated, with its own staffed bar, sound system and air conditioning. For a smaller celebration, The Shrine offers a basement setting with a private bar and sound system, accommodating around 40 to 50 standing or 15 to 20 seated. The Terracotta Room is a semi-private option for around 50 to 60 standing or 30 seated. It shares the pub’s music, so it suits groups who want their own base within the wider atmosphere. For a gathering built around singing your favourite songs, ask about The Blue Room, our private karaoke space.Plan Your Christmas Get-Together
Contact us for current food options, hire charges, minimum spends and availability for your preferred date. Our room information is available now; Christmas menus and package prices should be agreed with the team when you enquire. Find us: 1 Clayton Road, Peckham, London, SE15 5JA. Enquire about your Christmas party at Prince of Peckham.2. The Churchill Arms: Festive Character in Kensington
The Churchill Arms is a natural addition to a London Christmas pub shortlist. Known for its festive displays, this Kensington pub also offers plenty of character inside, with Churchill memorabilia, real ales and Thai food. It is an appealing option for couples or friends who want to combine a pub visit with a wander around Kensington. Its Thai kitchen also gives your festive gathering a different direction from the traditional turkey dinner.Christmas Visits and Bookings
Check the pub’s Christmas page for seasonal enquiries and menu information. A confirmed 2026 lights switch-on date was not available when this guide was checked, so contact the pub before planning a visit around a particular event. Find it: 119 Kensington Church Street, London, W8 7LN.3. The Holly Bush: A Festive Meal in Hampstead
If your ideal Christmas gathering centres on a good meal and conversation, put The Holly Bush on your list. This Hampstead pub has an AA Rosette and a food offering built around seasonal cooking and refined pub classics. Its location makes it an appealing stop during a winter outing in Hampstead. For a more organised celebration, the pub also offers private functions, making it worth an enquiry for a family meal or gathering with colleagues.Christmas Dining
The official Christmas page provides links to Christmas dining and Christmas Day menus. Ask the team for the applicable 2026 menu, price and booking conditions for your date before confirming your plans. Find it: 22 Holly Mount, Hampstead, London, NW3 6SG.4. The Mayflower: Christmas by the Thames in Rotherhithe
The Mayflower brings together cobbled streets, river views and a traditional pub setting. Its candlelit restaurant and open fire make it an inviting candidate for a winter meal, while the Thames gives a festive visit an unmistakably London backdrop. The pub serves British food alongside traditional ales, craft beer, gin and wine. It is a useful choice for groups looking for a riverside gathering with the atmosphere of a neighbourhood pub.Festive Meals and Group Bookings
The venue’s official website advertises Christmas bookings and displays festive and Christmas Day menus. Confirm the current menu prices directly when booking. The upstairs dining room seats up to 40 and is advertised for exclusive hire Monday to Saturday. Ground-floor and upstairs tables can be booked, while the outside jetty operates on a walk-in basis. Ask which arrangements apply to your chosen Christmas date. Find it: 117 Rotherhithe Street, London, SE16 4NF.5. The Spaniards Inn: A Christmas Gathering Near Hampstead Heath
A winter walk followed by a pub meal is a lovely way to bring people together. Near Hampstead Heath, The Spaniards Inn is a strong contender for that kind of festive outing, with historic pub character and a selection of craft ales. The pub is advertising Christmas 2026 bookings, with options for festive meals, Christmas Day and party gatherings. Browse the current choices and match the format to your group before choosing a date.Booking Details to Know
The published Christmas deposit terms list a £10 per person deposit for festive set-menu bookings and a £25 per person deposit for Christmas Day. These are booking deposits, not meal prices. For Christmas Day, the venue specifies payment of the balance and a full food pre-order by 1 December. Check the complete terms with the team, including cancellation conditions, when making your reservation. Find it: Spaniards Road, Hampstead, London, NW3 7JJ.6. Queen of Hoxton: A Rooftop Christmas Party in Shoreditch
For a celebration with music and a rooftop setting, Queen of Hoxton offers a different kind of festive night out. Its 2026 Christmas information describes a heated rooftop, seasonal decorations and food from BARBs, alongside flexible spaces for private events. The current brochure includes a weatherproof heated yurt and firepits. These are the details to plan around for this season; previously advertised rooftop themes should not be assumed to return.Verified 2026 Christmas Package Prices
The 2026 Christmas brochure lists four packages:| Package | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Cheers-mas Time | £65 excluding VAT |
| Prosecc-ho ho ho | £85 excluding VAT |
| Yule Love This | £100 excluding VAT |
| Sleigh All Day | £130 excluding VAT |
7. The Cadogan Arms: Festive Dining in Chelsea
The Cadogan Arms is a good option for a Christmas celebration where the meal takes centre stage. Its 2026 festive programme begins on Monday 16 November, with group feasts and a separate Christmas Day menu. For private gatherings, The Rose Room is advertised for up to 35 seated guests or 45 standing. It is worth considering for a family occasion, a team dinner or a festive reception on King’s Road.Verified 2026 Menu Prices
| Menu | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Festive feast | £85 |
| Beef Wellington feast | £110 |
| Vegetarian feast | £65 |
| Christmas Day menu | £225 |
| Vegetarian Christmas Day menu | £205 |
