From stylish Christmas celebrations on London’s South Bank to thoughtful wine gifts for clients and colleagues, discover two ways to make the festive season special while keeping corporate planning simple.
Bankside Hotel unveils its 2026 festive party packages
The design-led hotel on London’s South Bank introduces its “Sparkle & Celebration” offering for corporate Christmas events, offering flexible formats for groups of 6 to 200 and packages from £89 per person.
Just in time for Christmas, Bankside Hotel, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, has launched its 2026 festive offering, “Sparkle & Celebration”, giving corporate event planners a creative and flexible option for Christmas parties and end-of-year gatherings on London’s South Bank.
The offering spans six event spaces for 6 to 200 guests, accommodating everything from intimate team celebrations and private dining to lively festive receptions.
New for 2026 is the “White Christmas” concept in The White Box, featuring snow, frost and ice-inspired décor with contemporary festive detailing. For smaller groups, the hotel’s meeting rooms and Art Yard Bar & Kitchen’s private dining room offer a more intimate setting, with sharing-style and plated menus available.
Three packages provide clear per-person pricing:
Reception – from £89pp: three drinks, three canapés, three bowl food items and room hire.
Sharing Menu – from £100pp: three-course sharing dinner, half a bottle of wine and room hire.
Plated – from £110pp: three-course plated dinner, half a bottle of wine and room hire.
Menus showcase seasonal British-European cuisine, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Events can also be tailored with festive cocktails, Champagne upgrades, additional canapés and DJ entertainment.
With bookings now open, Bankside Hotel offers businesses a versatile South Bank venue for celebrating the festive season in style.
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Laithwaites makes corporate Christmas gifting easy
Whether you’re thanking valued clients, rewarding colleagues, celebrating milestones or marking the festive season, a thoughtful gift is a simple yet meaningful way to strengthen business relationships.
At Laithwaites, you’ll find an extensive range of premium wine gifts, Champagne, spirits, hampers and curated gift sets to suit every occasion and budget. From individual bottles to luxurious food and wine hampers, there’s something for every recipient. And if you’re unsure what to choose, gift cards are the perfect flexible option – ideal for both planned gifting and those last-minute moments.
As a family-owned wine merchant with over 50 years of expertise and an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating, Laithwaites is renowned for exceptional customer service. You’ll have a dedicated Corporate Gifts contact to support you throughout the process, from choosing the right gifts to arranging delivery.
Whether you’re sending a single gift or organising a large corporate order, Laithwaites can help with personalised recommendations, bulk orders, deliveries to multiple addresses, invoicing and VAT receipts. You can also add a personalised gift message to make every present feel extra special.
Impress and delight with our superb range of gifts and impeccable service.
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website: laithwaites.co.uk/corporate-gifts
email: [email protected]
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The article was first published in PA Life magazine’s Winter 2026 Issue.
