Your Christmas celebration starts here
Magical Christmas celebrations in the heart of London
At 8 Northumberland Avenue, we plan for Christmas more than a year in advance, crafting standout themes that captivate and delight. Nestled in the heart of London, our venue hosts everything from dinners for 100 to receptions for up to 1000 guests. Whether you choose a formal seated experience or a lively after-work party, we infuse every event with a sense of wonder.
A look back at Christmas 2024
“It was our best Christmas party to date. 8 Northumberland Avenue really is a hidden gem” Claire Prunell, Mondial
“Thank you for organising such a brilliant party for us – have heard nothing but amazing feedback!” Jodie Edney, Lasalle Investment Management
Our 2025 themes
Diverse event formats to make your Christmas extraordinary
Christmas dinner
Christmas lunch
Christmas receptions
Capacity chart
Capacity Chart| L x W x H | Sq Meters | Boardroom | Theatre | Cabaret | Reception | Banquet | Dinner / Dance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ballroom | 31.4 x 12.1 x 10.3 | 380 | 60+ | 500 | 250 | 700 | 440/500* | 100/464* |
| The Old Billiard Room | 30.4 x 11.4 x 5 | 346 | 60+ | 350 | 180 | 500 | 250/270* | – |
| Annex | 16.7 x 8.8 x 4.5 | 147 | 46 | 105 | 56 | 225 | 140 | – |
| Salon | 11.8 x 5.2 x 4.5 | 61.4 | 26 | 70 | 32 | 100 | 40 | – |
| The Parlour | 5.5 x 3.4 x 4.5 | 18.7 | 10 | 10 | – | 15 | – | – |
| Victoria | 11.8 x 5.2 x 4.5 | 61.4 | 25 | 70 | 40 | 100 | 50 | – |
| Library | 6.5 x 3.75 x 4.5 | 24.4 | 15 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Small Boardroom | 3.15 x 3.8 x 2.06 | 11.9 | 8 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Smaller Meeting Rooms | 5.5 x 3.4 x 4.5 | 18.7 | 10 | 10 | – | 15 | – | – |
* This layout is with tables of 12 instead of 10. Banqueting capacities do not factor in a stage set so numbers will reduce
“What a brilliant night, it went perfectly. It felt so seamless and faultless, I cannot thank you enough!”
Paula Francis, Event ManagerGallery
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Enquire nowAccess in the centre of London
8 Northumberland Avenue is located within a short walk of major transport links, ensuring guests arrive with ease. Our venue offers step-free access, nearby parking options and a central location convenient for both domestic and international travel.
For more information, contact our team to discuss specific accessibility needs.
Frequently asked questions
Proactive, never reactive. We’re experts at anticipating needs — starting here. View our full set of FAQs for event-defining details.
We start taking bookings for Christmas a year in advance. We hold dates for a maximum of 2 weeks, and we require a signed contract, and 50% deposit in order to secure your date.
For guests of the event who have dietary requirements, we offer all-encompassing ‘Free From’ dishes that are suitable for 95% of dietary requirements and allergies.
We require you to let us know of any guest dietaries in advance.
We provide end-to-end service. Once you have signed your contract, you will be put in touch with your event manager who will help with the planning of your Christmas Party as well as running the event on the event day.