The Gherkin

Perched high above the city on the top three floors of The Gherkin awaits the ultimate Christmas party venue. Whether you are looking for a traditional festive lunch with friends, an intimate drinks reception, or a large Christmas party for the office, our flexible event spaces can be combined and shaped to fit your celebrations. Our experienced team will take care of every detail to ensure you have an unforgettable Christmas party.

For the ultimate Christmas party, the Helix restaurant and Iris bar are available for exclusive evening hire. Located on the top two floors of The Gherkin, the event space is ideal for Christmas parties of up to 130 guests. Enjoy your festive celebrations whilst admiring panoramic views across London.

Smaller and more intimate festive celebrations, of up to 60 guests, can be hosted in the stunning private dining rooms, located on level 38 of The Gherkin. Each of the five rooms can be hired individually or combined and shaped to fit your occasion. Choose from festive Champagne brunches, Christmas dinners or sparkling drink receptions.

About The Gherkin

The top two floors of this world-renowned building are one of the most iconic spaces in London to host your upcoming event. The glass dome at the top of The Gherkin along with 360-degree views of London provide an unforgettable setting for corporate events, parties, weddings and private events.

Facing west on level 39 of The Gherkin is the Helix Restaurant, capturing arguably London’s most beautiful sunsets. Once guests climb the sleek granite staircase to level 40, the Iris Bar opens up to not only offer panoramic City views but a glass overhead dome.

Helix and Iris can be hired exclusively and are ideal for business breakfasts, private parties and weddings for up to 260 guests.

The five private dining rooms situated on level 38 of The Gherkin, offer stunning views of the City with glass floor to ceiling windows. Here, the private dining is both refined and secluded, offering a privileged perspective to impress your guests.

With several packages to choose from, you can find the ideal party package to suit your party requirements.

Helix & Iris Bar Reception Packages

Silver Package

Price from: £105 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks for two hours
• Selection of canapés (3 per guest)
• Selection of bowl food (2 per guest)
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities

Gold Package

Price from: £140 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks for three hours
• Glass of Searcys English Sparkling Wine
• Nibbles
• Selection of canapés (4 per guest)
• Selection of bowl food (3 per guest)
• Food platter station
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities

Platinum Package

Prices from: £180 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks for three hours
• One hour Searcys Selected Cuvée Champagne and nibbles reception
• Selection of canapés (6 per guest including 1 sweet)
• Selection of bowl food (3 per guest)
• Food platter station
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities

Helix & Iris Bar Festive Dining Packages

Silver Package

Price from: £125 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• Searcys English Sparkling Wine reception
• Selection of canapés (2 per guest)
• Three-course festive meal
• Tea, coffee, petit fours
• Half a bottle of sommelier selected wine per guest
• Half a bottle of water per guest
• Christmas crackers
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities

Gold Package

Price from: £145 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• Festive cocktail reception
• Selection of canapés (3 per guest)
• Glass of Searcys Selected Cuvée Champagne
• Three-course festive meal
• Tea, coffee, petit fours
• Cheese course
• Half a bottle of sommelier selected wine per guest
• Half a bottle of water per guest
• Christmas crackers
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities

Platinum Package

Price from: £180 +VAT per person (minimum numbers apply)

• One hour Searcys Selected Cuvée Champagne and nibbles reception
• Selection of canapés (4 per guest)
• Three-course festive meal
• Tea, coffee, petit fours
• Cheese course
• Half a bottle of sommelier selected premium wine per guest
• Half a bottle of water per guest
• Espresso martini and mince pies
• Christmas crackers
• Dedicated Event Manager
• Staff, security and cloakroom facilities