Christmas 2026 · Westminster

Christmas at Old Queen Street

Christmas parties and private dining in Westminster

Christmas, properly hosted. Celebrate Christmas at Old Queen Street Café, our Georgian townhouse in the heart of Westminster. From intimate Christmas lunches and private dinners to drinks and parties for up to 100 guests, expect seasonal British food, beautiful private rooms and thoughtful hospitality.

The House

A house made for Christmas

Tucked between Westminster Abbey and St James’s Park, Old Queen Street feels a world away from the usual Christmas party venue.

Georgian rooms. Fireplaces. Bookshelves. Candlelit tables. Good food, good wine and the feeling that the house is yours for the occasion.

A long candlelit Christmas table laid with sharing dishes and wine
A dressed table beside a decorated Christmas tree
Chocolate pudding with vanilla ice cream and warm chocolate sauce, beside gold baubles

Capacities

Find your space

The Library at Old Queen Street laid with a long banquet table for a Christmas lunch

The Library

Up to 48 Seated | 100 Standing

Our largest private room, made for long Christmas lunches, dinners and bigger celebrations.

The Club Bar, a deep red private room with a fireplace and dressed dining table

The Club Bar

Up to 10 Seated | 20 Standing

An intimate private bar for smaller gatherings, or drinks before dinner in the Library.

The Mustard Room, a warm yellow private dining room set for a Christmas dinner

The Mustard Room

Up to 12 Seated | 25 Standing

A characterful private room for smaller Christmas lunches and dinners.

Planning a celebration outside December? Explore private hire at OQS.

Food & Drink

Christmas menus

Seasonal British cooking from Executive Chef Elliot Spurdle and the Old Queen Street kitchen.

A traditional Christmas menu centred around roast turkey.

An indulgent alternative featuring Beef Wellington or halibut.

Perfect for standing parties and client entertaining across the house.

Explore the full menus, spaces and everything you need to plan your celebration in our Christmas brochure.

Gallery

Christmas at the house

Pigs in blankets in a cast iron pot with gold and red baubles
Chocolate cake, ice cream and a red fruit dessert on a candlelit festive table
A server carrying a wooden board of hot canapes
Christmas cocktail dusted with cinnamon beside gold baubles

Where to find us

Two minutes from St James’s Park

Old Queen Street Café
6 Old Queen Street, Westminster, London SW1H 9HP

Nearest Tube: St James’s Park.
Westminster Abbey, Parliament and Whitehall all within a short walk.
The lit frontage of Old Queen Street Cafe on a winter evening

FAQs

Christmas questions, answered

How many guests can you host for a Christmas party?

From an intimate dinner for eight to a celebration for 100, we have a number of private spaces to choose from. The Library seats up to 48 guests, or 100 for drinks and canapés; the Mustard Room seats up to 12; and the Club Bar up to 10. For larger celebrations, you can also take over the whole house.

When should I book my Christmas event?

The best December dates tend to go quickly, particularly Thursdays and Fridays, so it’s worth getting in touch as early as you can. That said, plans change and spaces do become available, so it’s always worth asking us about late availability.

What does Christmas at Old Queen Street cost?

St James’s Park Menu is £80 per person and our Regent’s Park Menu is £100 per person. Canapés start from £20 per person, with drinks packages and wine pairings available if you’d like us to take care of those too.

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

Absolutely. We can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other dietary or allergen requirements across our Christmas menus. Just let us know what you need when you confirm your guest numbers and our team will look after the rest.

Is there a minimum spend or deposit?

Minimum spends vary depending on the room, date and time of your event. Our events team will include all the details, including any deposit required, in your proposal so everything is clear from the outset. Or view our brochure for the breakdown.

Where is Old Queen Street?

You’ll find us at 6 Old Queen Street, Westminster, London SW1H 9HP, just a couple of minutes’ walk from St James’s Park station and within easy walking distance of Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Whitehall.

Still have a question? Email [email protected] or call 020 3005 2320.

Enquire

Planning Christmas?

Already have a date in mind?

Tell us your preferred date, approximate guest numbers and whether you’re planning lunch, dinner or drinks. Our events team will come back to you with availability and the best options for your celebration.

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Prefer to talk?

Not ready to enquire? View the Christmas brochure for menus, spaces and further details.