If you’re responsible for organising your company’s Christmas celebration this year and are searching for a unique Christmas party venue in London, then you should look no further than hosting an incredible private event on the River Thames!

Here at West End on the Thames, we can provide your organisation with a truly bespoke, incredible party aboard a private vessel that makes its way past the twinkling lights of London!

Few things capture the festive spirit as much as London’s iconic skyline in the middle of winter. The nation’s beautiful capital evokes memories of our favourite iconic Christmas moments from film, TV, and literature, from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to the iconic Love Actually. And there are few better ways to truly capture the magic of London at Christmas than by taking a private boat down the Thames.

Picture your team socialising together, festive drinks flowing as the spectacular London skyline drifts past your window. If this sounds like the right choice for your Christmas work party, contact us today!

Our dedicated, expert team can work with you to organise the most amazing Christmas party possible on one of our private vessels. You can choose the ideal boat for your business, with a variety that caters to different groups of different sizes. Once you’ve settled on the vessel for your event, our team will expertly manage every detail of your Christmas party, building you a bespoke event that caters to your every need.

We can set the mood in style with stunning decor, creating a festive feel aboard your boat. We can then provide outstanding, varied catering options for your event, including a classic Christmas three-course meal with some wonderful festive cocktails. If you have a specific idea for food in mind, speak to our team when planning your event, and we’ll see what we can do!

Every good Christmas party needs some cracking entertainment, and if you book with West End on the Thames, we can offer you a whole host of entertainment options. Enjoy Christmas classics with a superb live DJ, ensuring your team is on the dancefloor, celebrating in style. If you fancy some additional entertainment, we can sort that too, choosing from our varied pool of performers, including magicians, acoustic artists, jazz bands, and saxophonists.

We’ve organised many Christmas parties for clients, so we can use our extensive experience and vast number of industry contacts to create a memorable and unique experience for your employees!

How to plan a Christmas party on the Thames

If you’re thinking of booking a private Christmas party on the Thames, then here are some tips that might help you create the best event possible!

1. Book your event early - Christmas is a popular time for events. That’s why it’s vital that you book your date as early as possible to ensure that you are able to secure your booking. The good dates get booked up quickly, so speed is of the essence.

2. Get the date correct - The earlier you book, the better your chances of hiring a boat for your Christmas celebration on the River Thames and securing the date that best suits your team. It’s worth liaising with your staff to find the perfect date for them before getting in touch with our team.
3. Think about the time of day for your party- Here at West End on the Thames, we can organise events in the day or at night, so think about what best suits your requirements. A daytime celebration can be good fun as it leaves you with the option of moving on somewhere else afterwards. However, if you choose an evening do, you get to see the lights of London lit up in all their glory, adding festive fun to your event!
4. Take your budget into account - It’s worth working out exactly how much money you have to spend on your celebration before you contact our team. That helps us create the perfect bespoke event plan, ensuring you get the best party possible within your budget.
5. Consider the catering packages available - Do you want a formal sit-down meal that takes up a decent chunk of your party? Or would you prefer buffet-style food that people can enjoy throughout the evening? The food can make or break a party, so be sure to give it proper thought before booking your event! Oh, and we must add, our catering is frequently remarked upon as being great by our clients!
6. Customise your decor - Our team will set up classy festive decor throughout the boat to give your vessel a festive theme. However, if you want to customise the decorations to match your organisation’s style and preferences, we can help take care of that for you, too. Our team can work closely with you to create the theme and atmosphere that you desire.

If you are interested in holding a Christmas party with West End on the Thames, simply visit our Christmas page here and complete an event form. Once submitted, one of our sales team will contact you with a quote.

Private hire packages start from approximately £6,000, depending on your selected date, group size, and requirements.  

In the meantime, you can visit our testimonial or case study pages to see what we've done for other clients, and also visit our Christmas gallery page for more inspiration.

Written by Adam Rowden, creative copywriter at West End on the Thames.