PA Life is back with the second part of our guide to making this year’s Christmas party your best yet. From iconic city Christmas party venues and luxury celebrations to historic landmarks and countryside escapes, discover even more inspiring Christmas parties venues and expert ideas to help you create a party your guests will remember long after the decorations come down.
If you missed Part One, catch up with our first selection of Christmas party venues here.
First published in the latest PA Life autumn edition.
Word on the Street
For end-of-year celebrations, Word on the Street Events work with brands and businesses to deliver polished, high-impact corporate experiences that bring teams, clients and stakeholders together with purpose and style. As a UK-based luxury event agency, we specialise in designing and delivering considered occasions in some of the world’s most desirable venues.
From corporate receptions and end-of-year dinners to brand activations, incentive programmes and large-scale seasonal events, our team manages every detail with precision, creativity and expertise. We oversee the full event journey, including venue finding, creative direction, production, guest logistics, accommodation, transport and on-site delivery.
For leading organisations, the end of the year is an opportunity to recognise performance, strengthen relationships and create meaningful engagement beyond the workplace. Whether creating a senior leadership dinner, client-facing reception, company-wide celebration or fully bespoke corporate experience, Word on the Street Events create occasions that are seamless, elevated and strategically aligned with each client’s objectives.
Get in touch today: enquiries@wordonthestreetevents.co.uk
A setting like no other – The Monastery in Manchester
Few venues in Manchester combine striking architecture, rich heritage and genuine social impact quite like Gorton Monastery.
Designed by E.W. Pugin and completed in 1872, the Grade II* listed building was rescued from dereliction by a dedicated group of local volunteers who purchased the ruinous shell for just £1. This year, the Trust behind its restoration is celebrating 30 years of preserving one of the city’s most remarkable landmarks and giving it a new purpose in the heart of Manchester.
Today, The Monastery is a distinctive venue for conferences, awards dinners, corporate events, weddings and concerts, offering historic character alongside modern facilities. Recently named Manchester’s Leading Live Event Venue of the Year, it is also home to wellbeing, arts and community programmes, including its Listening Service and a longstanding partnership with Manchester Camerata.
As a registered charity, The Monastery offers something few venues can. Every event held here helps care for this remarkable building while supporting the people and projects that give it purpose, ensuring it continues to thrive for generations to come.
For event organisers seeking something memorable, The Monastery offers more than an exceptional venue – every event becomes part of its continuing story of heritage, community and regeneration.
Take your Christmas to Reading
If you are looking for somewhere for your next event that’s in easy reach of London, offers high-quality venues and great value delegate rates, then you need to talk to Meet Reading.
Meet Reading brings together all the major meetings and events venues and activity providers in Reading in one place to make organising a meeting in Reading as easy as possible. Just 23 minutes from central London by train and on the Elizabeth Line, as well as just off the M4 Motorway 40 minutes west of London, Reading is one of the best-connected meeting locations in the UK.
With great value delegate rates, 2500 bedrooms and a wide range of venues catering for events from 2 to 700, Reading is the pre-eminent Thames Valley location for small to medium sized events.
Reading is a youthful and vibrant place to hold an event. If you are looking for fun on the Thames, raft building on a lake, alpaca walking or theatrical team building events, Reading has you covered. Reading’s event specialist companies can tailor events to your needs, bringing activities into your meetings or taking you off-site locally. And the town centre is chock-a-block full of venues for axe throwing, social darts, bowling or lots of other experiential activities.
Meet Reading is ready and waiting to work with you to make your next meeting, conference or away day a success in the capital of the Thames Valley.
For direct bookings, contact: alex.brannen@reading.gov.uk
Christmas parties to remember at Leeds Castle
Create an unforgettable festive celebration at Leeds Castle, where historic surroundings, seasonal elegance and exceptional hospitality come together to provide a truly memorable corporate Christmas party. Set within 550 acres of beautiful parkland, Leeds Castle offers a magical backdrop for bringing teams together and celebrating the festive season in style.
From the beautifully decorated Castle itself to the intimate Maiden’s Tower and the atmospheric Fairfax Barn, our unique venues provide a range of settings for Christmas gatherings of all sizes. Guests can enjoy a memorable evening surrounded by centuries of history, with each venue offering its own distinctive character and charm.
For those looking to add an extra touch of excitement to their celebrations, our themed Christmas party packages bring festive dining together with unique entertainment, including a glamorous Casino Night or an engaging Murder Mystery experience. For smaller corporate groups, our shared Christmas parties provide the perfect opportunity to celebrate together, with themed entertainment and the chance to enjoy the magic of Leeds Castle alongside other guests.
With seasonal menus, thoughtful service and a choice of elegant venues, Leeds Castle provides everything needed for a spectacular Christmas celebration. Whether hosting an intimate team gathering or a larger corporate event, guests can enjoy a festive experience filled with atmosphere, indulgence and lasting memories.
Find out more: hospitality@leeds-castle.co.uk
A hidden gem for Christmas parties in the heart of the City
For a venue in the middle of the City, Piazza Italiana remains one of London’s best-kept secrets.
Located within a stunning Grade II listed former banking hall just moments from Bank Station and a short walk from Liverpool Street Station, Piazza Italiana offers a memorable setting for festive lunches, private dining, networking receptions and larger Christmas celebrations.
Awarded Two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, the venue combines authentic Italian hospitality with a range of flexible spaces suitable for everything from intimate team gatherings to exclusive events for up to 170 guests seated or 300 standing. This unique combination of restaurant-quality dining and large-scale event capability is rarely found in the heart of the City of London.
For those looking to create something a little different, festive events can also include interactive experiences such as the Chef’s Charcuterie Station and Tiramisu Station, adding an engaging and memorable element to receptions and celebrations.
In addition to festive events, Piazza Italiana is a popular choice throughout the year for business lunches, client dinners, breakfast meetings and private dining, making it a venue many Executive Assistants and Office Managers return to time and time again.
Whether you’re planning a festive lunch, Christmas dinner or end-of-year celebration, Piazza Italiana offers a unique combination of award-winning food, historic surroundings and dedicated event support.
For enquiries, please contact sales@piazzaitaliana.co.uk
Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground – Made for Christmas
When it comes to festive celebrations, today’s event planners are looking for more than just a venue – they’re searching for an experience. At Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground, we are Made for Christmas – unforgettable party nights designed to bring colleagues together and end the year in style.
Whether you’re joining the loud and vibrant Christmas Extravaganza or opting for the intimate Pavilion Party Night, or going completely bespoke with their private hire experience, guests can expect exceptional food, festive entertainment and a lively atmosphere from the moment they arrive. From sparkling décor and live entertainment to dancing into the early hours, every detail has been carefully curated to create a celebration that’s anything but ordinary.
For organisations seeking a seamless event experience, Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground combines versatile event spaces with excellent transport links and the convenience of the on-site Hilton Garden Inn. Guests can enjoy the festivities without worrying about the journey home, making it easy to extend the celebrations and start the festive season refreshed.
More than just a Christmas party, it’s an opportunity to reward teams, strengthen connections and create lasting memories in one of the UK’s most iconic sporting venues.
This year, discover a festive celebration that’s Made for More – more atmosphere, more memorable moments and more reasons to celebrate together.
Host events that make an impact at 10 Union Street
Located in the heart of London Bridge, 10 Union Street offers 13 flexible event spaces set across three floors. The venue combines contemporary design, natural daylight, flexible inter-connecting spaces and state-of-the-art AV technology, making the venue a great choice for your corporate events from conferences, networking events and private dining to receptions and product launches. The venue can accommodate up to 400 guests for standing receptions and 200 for seated dinners.
The central Atrium with its striking spiral staircase in the centre of the property creates an impressive backdrop for your event whether you host your reception there or lead your guests to the upper floors. There is also a fully equipped podcast studio, and great choice of hi-end bespoke catering to make 10 Union Street a standout destination for memorable events, as well as a great choice for content creation.
Looking for your next event venue in London?
Book a show around today and discover how 10 Union Street can bring your event to life. events@10Unionstreet.co.uk
We are excited to have Graysons Events as the PA Life Christmas Party & Star Awards 2026 venue partner, hosting the celebrations at 10 union Street on 11 December.
