The Ultimate Christmas Party Venue near London Bridge
No matter if it’s a corporate work do, a family get-together, a festive reunion with old friends, we’ll cook your festive feasts over open flames, pair them with wine and cocktails, and provide a setting that feels like it was made for Christmas. All you need to do is arrive ready to eat, drink and celebrate.
Step inside The Coal Shed London, where the glow of the grill, the sparkle of the lights, and the energy of the festive season set the stage for something extraordinary. Show-stopping centrepieces to share, seasonal sides transformed over the coals, and festive favourites are reimagined over fire, while indulgent desserts are transformed with bold flavour. Perfectly placed by Tower Bridge, The Coal Shed is one of London’s most sought-after Christmas party venues.
Contact the team by clicking Plan Your Party, and we’ll help you arrange an unforgettable Christmas Party.
Restaurant & Bar Smaller Group Parties
Private Dining Room Up to 20 Guests
The Mezzanine Up to 30 Guests
The Private Dining Room & Mezzanine Up to 50 Guests
Full Venue Hire Up to 110 Guests
The Coal Shed’s Festive Menus
Christmas at The Coal Shed is about indulgence from the very first bite. Choose your level of feast and let us do the rest.
Our chefs have created your festive menus specifically for long, celebratory meals that feel like a true feast, with generous dishes built to be shared. Start with plates like glazed pigs in blankets and treacle-cured salmon, before moving on to centrepieces such as whole brill with mussels and nduja butter, chateaubriand with smoked bone marrow, and grilled hispi cabbage with tahini and XO sauce. And to finish, there’s our Winter Pavlova: light, festive, and the sweetest way to round off the celebration.
Why Book The Coal Shed as Your London Christmas Party Venue?
It’s time to ignite new traditions and shake up your Christmas with roaring flavour, fire-fueled energy, and a party to remember.
The Coal Shed London comes alive at Christmas: sparkling trees, wreaths and twinkling lights set the stage. Our restaurant can be transformed with exclusive hire for up to 110 guests, complete with open bar, but if you need something smaller, our mezzanine offers semi-private dining with the same fire-led flavour and personal service. Add in our Tower Bridge location, roaring coal-fired cooking and festive ambience, and you have one of the best Christmas party venues in London.
Welcome to Christmas, reimagined with coal-fired magic, roaring flavour, and memories that will last long after the decorations come down.
Christmas Parties for Every Occasion
At the Coal Shed, Christmas is about gathering your loved ones, raising a glass, and making memories that will last long after the decorations come down. Our chefs have created the ultimate Christmas Feast, designed for gathering with family, friends, and colleagues.
Between luxurious starters, centrepieces with all the festive trimmings, decadent desserts, and the buzz of the dining room with the warmth of time spent with loved ones, you have a Christmas that feels every bit as special as it should.
Choose The Coal Shed London this festive season for:
The office party: Get the whole team out from behind their desks for a Christmas do worth dressing up for; sharing plates cooked over open coals, with attentive event service that takes the pressure off you.
Client entertaining: Impress clients or thank them for their business in the Private Dining Room or Mezzanine, both private enough for real conversation but still close to the theatre of the main kitchen. For something bigger, Full Venue Hire gives you an exclusive open bar for up to 110 guests.
The friends who never see each other enough: This is what our sharing feasts are built for: long tables and a proper excuse to catch up.
A Christmas dinner out: No washing up, no clearing the table. Our four-course Christmas Feast runs throughout December, from a table for two to a full family gathering.
Ringing in the New Year: We’re open until 11pm on the 31st, so you can start your New Year’s Eve with us before heading out for the countdown.
How to Book Festive Dining with Us
Christmas dates at The Coal Shed London go fast, especially weekends and the run-up to the big day itself. Here’s how to secure yours:
- Get in touch: Click ‘Plan Your Party’ for groups of 11+, or ‘Book a Table’ for smaller parties of up to 10. Let us know your preferred date, group size, and which festive menu catches your eye.
- Choose your space and menu: Our events team will match you to the right space, either the Private Dining Room, The Mezzanine, or the full venue, and talk you through menu options, from our Festive Set Menu to the full Sharing Feast.
- Secure your date: A deposit confirms your booking, so after that, the only thing on your to-do list is showing up.
Enquire early for festive bookings, as our most popular dates for Christmas parties in London are typically booked out by early November.
How to Get Here
The Coal Shed sits in Crown Square at One Tower Bridge, moments from the river and the Tower of London, just a short stroll from London Bridge station along Tooley Street.
- Nearest station: London Bridge (approx. 5–8 min walk via Tooley Street)
- Also close: Tower Hill (District & Circle lines) and Tower Gateway DLR (approx. 10 min walk)
- Nearby: Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Borough Market
- Parking: There’s no on-site parking at One Tower Bridge; the nearest option is Q-Park, Gainsford Street, SE1 2NE
Looking to dine with us on Christmas Day?
Coal Shed London will be taking a well-earned break, but the flames will be glowing on Brighton’s seafront. Celebrate the day with us at The Coal Shed Brighton or The Salt Room.
FAQs
How many people can you host for a Christmas party?
We have flexible spaces to suit groups of every size: our Private Dining Room (up to 20 guests), The Mezzanine (up to 30 guests), the Private Dining Room & Mezzanine combined (up to 50 guests), and Full Venue Hire for up to 110 guests, making us one of the larger Christmas party venues in London.
Do you cater for office and corporate Christmas parties?
We regularly host corporate Christmas parties, work dos, and team celebrations, with dedicated event service and fire-led festive menus. Get in touch via ‘Plan Your Party’ and our events team will help you find the right space.
Are you open on Christmas Day?
The Coal Shed London takes a break over Christmas Day (closed 24–26 December), but our sister restaurants in Brighton, The Coal Shed Brighton and The Salt Room, are open and serving a full Christmas Day menu if you’d like to celebrate the day itself with us.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Our Festive Vegetarian & Vegan Menu is available alongside our standard festive menus, and our team can accommodate allergies and other dietary requirements with advance notice when booking.
Is a deposit required to book a Christmas party?
Group bookings need a deposit to secure the date. Our events team will confirm the amount when you enquire.
How far in advance should I book my Christmas party in London?
December dates, particularly weekends and the fortnight before Christmas, book up quickly. We’d recommend enquiring from September/October onwards to guarantee your preferred date and space.