Planning the work do and want something more memorable than a set menu? This guide is for whoever has been handed the Christmas party job, with five London venues where the group plays together instead of just standing around. It runs from mini golf and darts to ping pong and interactive football. Every one of them is an interactive sports venue, built around playing something rather than standing around with a drink.
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📌 The five picks
Puttshack Bank
High-tech mini golf with automatic scoring and live leaderboards, plus an island bar and a full restaurant. The scoring does the organising for you, which suits a mixed team where nobody wants a formal event. It is also easy to reach from City offices.
Crazy golf with a seaside-promenade theme, street food vendors and four bars, including a roof terrace. It is a lively, central option for a team night that includes a few drinks. The venue is 18+ outside its family sessions, so it works for an adults-only office group.
Social darts with cocktails and food, run as a bar rather than a pub game. The venue handles the scoring, so it works for teams who have never thrown a dart. Sites include Victoria, Bloomsbury, Shoreditch and Islington, so you can pick the one closest to your office.
A ping pong bar with 17 tables, several game formats including beer pong, a cocktail bar and a pizza-and-burgers menu. It is relaxed and competitive at the same time, so it suits teams who want a laugh more than a formal night out. Booking is required.
Interactive football games, American-style food and cocktails, inside Westfield White City. There are private boxes as well as open areas, which helps if you want a space to yourselves. You do not need to be a football fan to get involved.
Shepherd’s BushShepherd’s Bush (about a 10-minute walk)
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❓ FAQ
Quick answers before you book
How far ahead should we book an office Christmas party in London?
As early as you can. December is the busiest month for group bookings, and the most popular venues fill their larger tables and private areas first. Booking a few months ahead gives you the most choice of date and space.
How many people can these venues take?
It varies by venue, and most also offer private hire or semi-private areas for larger teams. Capacity and minimum spends change, so ask the venue for its current figures before you commit.
How do we keep the cost sensible?
Agree a per-head budget first, then ask each venue what is included. Some packages bundle activity, food and drinks. Others charge for the activity and leave food and drink separate. Comparing like with like is the quickest way to stay on budget.
What suits a mixed group where not everyone drinks?
Activity venues are good for this because the game is the focus. Mini golf, ping pong and darts all work without alcohol. Check that the venue has soft drink and food options for the whole group.
🧭 Keep exploring
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