Office Christmas Party Ideas in London
Bring the party to your office
More and more London companies celebrate Christmas in their own offices. It is easier for everyone to join, it saves the cost and logistics of a venue, and with the right ideas the office can feel completely transformed.
From our studio in St James’s, we help HR teams and office managers do exactly that: a beautifully dressed Christmas tree, festive decorations, warm food and drink served from our carts and creative workshops that bring teams together.
Here are our favourite ideas, with tips to plan your party well. For every Christmas service in one place, see our Christmas events for companies.
12 ideas for a memorable office Christmas party
1. A hot chocolate cart with real melted chocolate and festive toppings. Hot chocolate cart hire
2. A mulled wine stand to welcome everyone with warm spices. Mulled wine stand
3. A dressed Christmas tree in reception. Christmas tree hire
4. A wreath making workshop at lunchtime. Christmas workshops
5. French chouchous and roast chestnuts, cooked live. Roasted nut cart
6. A street food market in the office. Street food catering
7. A canapé reception for a more elegant evening. Canapé catering
8. A Christmas market chalet in the courtyard or lobby. Christmas market chalets
9. Coffee printing with a festive message on every latte. Coffee printing
10. A pick and mix cart for a sweet, nostalgic corner. Pick and mix cart
11. A prosecco or mobile bar for the evening. Prosecco bar
12. Generous alcohol-free options, so every colleague feels included.
How to plan your office Christmas party
Why brands choose Lily
One team, from the first call to the last guest.
The cart
Designed and built in our London workshop, eye-catching and fully equipped.
Bespoke design
Every detail adapted to your brand, from the cart wrap to the cups and napkins.
Our people
Friendly hosts who represent your brand with warmth, from set-up to the last guest.
Responsible choices
Local suppliers where possible, reusable equipment and waste kept to a minimum.
Your office, our Christmas
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Ideas for every kind of team
Whatever the size of your team, we adapt the ideas to your space and your schedule.
Small teams
A hot chocolate cart and a workshop for an intimate celebration.
Large offices
Several stations to keep queues short and the atmosphere lively.
Hybrid teams
A festive reason to bring everyone back to the office.
Client receptions
An elegant evening to thank your clients.
Family days
Workshops and treats for colleagues’ children.
Our carts at Christmas
Popular for office Christmas parties
Office Christmas parties: your questions answered
As early as possible. The most popular December dates, particularly Thursdays and Fridays, go quickly, so book your suppliers in the autumn.
It depends on your format and the services you choose. As a guide for employers, HMRC’s annual function exemption covers up to £150 per head per year, including VAT, for annual events open to all staff. Check the details with your accountant.
Yes. We dress your office with a Christmas tree and decorations, and bring food and drink stations and workshops.
Our hot chocolate cart, coffee and alcohol-free sparkling drinks make sure every colleague has something festive to enjoy.
A hot chocolate cart and a wreath making workshop create a warm, memorable moment without a venue.
Yes. Our hosts set up, serve your guests and clear everything away afterwards.
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