For the seasonal Christmas venue arrangement, Old Billingsgate is suitable for approximately 400 to 1,200 guests for a seated dinner and up to approximately 2,400 guests for a standing reception. The best layout will depend on the size of the stage, entertainment, dance floor, reception areas and production requirements.

Yes. Old Billingsgate is one of London’s leading large-capacity corporate event venues. Its scale, production infrastructure and flexible layout make it particularly suitable for large company Christmas parties, gala dinners, awards evenings and drinks receptions.

Yes. Lotus Events specialises in exclusive corporate Christmas parties, allowing your organisation to enjoy a completely private celebration. The venue, catering, entertainment, branding and production can be planned around your company and guests.

Packages can include exclusive venue hire, reception drinks, Christmas theming, furniture, catering, drinks, sound, lighting, a DJ, dance floor, cloakroom, security, staffing and full event management. We will prepare a tailored proposal based on your guest numbers and requirements.

Yes. The package can be adapted to suit your preferred menu, drinks service, entertainment, theme, branding, production and timings. Optional enhancements can be added to create a more bespoke experience.

Yes. Branding can be introduced through digital screens, stage graphics, table plans, menus, signage, entrance features, photo opportunities and other creative installations. We can ensure the branding feels integrated into the event rather than overly corporate.

Depending on your event, catering can include canapés, bowl food, food stations, buffets or a formal three-course dinner. For large corporate Christmas parties, a seated dinner followed by entertainment and dancing is one of the most popular formats.

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and other dietary requirements can be accommodated when provided in advance. Our planning team will help collect and coordinate dietary information before the event.

Yes. Old Billingsgate can accommodate live bands, DJs and other forms of entertainment. We can plan the stage, sound, performance schedule and changeovers so the entertainment runs smoothly throughout the evening.

Yes. Old Billingsgate has established lighting, sound and production infrastructure. Your package can include the technical equipment required for speeches, presentations, music, entertainment and dancing. More extensive production can also be arranged.

Yes. The Grand Hall is particularly well suited to combined awards dinners and Christmas parties. Lotus Events can provide the stage, screens, microphones, awards graphics, playback, lighting and production team required for the ceremony.

Yes. The venue’s generous proportions allow reception, dining and entertainment areas to be created within the event layout. Subject to the chosen spaces and package, additional areas may also be used for VIPs, registration or pre-dinner drinks.

Yes. A staffed cloakroom can be included within your Christmas party package, which is particularly important for winter events with large guest numbers.

The venue provides disabled access and wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities. Tell us about any specific accessibility requirements during the planning process so appropriate arrangements can be incorporated.

Event timings depend on the selected date, package, venue licence and agreed schedule. Your proposal will clearly confirm guest arrival, bar, entertainment and finishing times. Extensions may be explored where available.

Monument station is approximately four minutes away on foot. Fenchurch Street, Bank, Cannon Street and London Bridge stations are also within walking distance, making the venue convenient for guests travelling from across London.

Large, exclusive Christmas party dates are limited and the most popular Thursday and Friday evenings are often secured early. We recommend enquiring as soon as you know your approximate guest numbers, preferred dates and budget.

Yes. Lotus Events can manage venue hire, catering, drinks, entertainment, production, branding, staffing, logistics and on-site delivery. You will have one experienced team coordinating the complete Christmas party.