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Monday 4 October 2021

The nights are drawing in and the weather is getting a little chilly, but at Venue Search London we love Christmas! This year, more than ever, we're looking forward to cosying up with a mulled wine and a cheese fondue at any one of our Top 5 Alpine inspired venues for 2021...

1. Haugen

One of the latest offerings from the fabulous team at D&D Restaurants, Haugen is open all day (and most of the evening) with a Cafe, restaurant and rooftop bar overlooking the Olympic Park in Stratford. The gorgeous venue is situated within the impressive Bauhaus inspired wooden and glass building known as The Pavilion, and the name 'Haugen' references the Norwegian-American ski jumper,  Anders Olsen Haugen, who won four national ski jumping championships. 

The food could not be more enticing, with alpine staples such as cheese fondue and tartiflette on the menu, (not to mention a tonne of raclette cheese and wine!). Haugen offers three warming event spaces, complete with two roof terraces and a rooftop bar. The private event spaces can accommodate seated lunch or dinner for between 6 to 100 people or a drinks reception from 10 to 170 people. On occasion, the venue will consider exclusive hire for up to 600 standing, however, this will be considered on a case by case basis. 

2. Winterland Alpine Club

Re-opening from the 23rd October 2021, Winterland will bring a magical Alpine inspired paradise to West London. Located in Fulham, the venue will be transformed into an Alpine Club, inclusive of Cocktail Bar, Gin Bar and Restaurant, as well as a fabulous Christmas party venue for hire. Serve your guests hot mulled wine around the fire pit, play on the winter themed arcade games, move to the beat of the resident DJ's tunes or relax on a faux fur lined sofa. 

In Winter, the vibe is cosy, snug and unique.  The venue can hold up to 400 guests and features both an integrated sound system and a 15ft outdoor cinema screen.  They run the indoor bar and the kitchen chefs are on hand to cater to the entire event. Rest assured your guests will also be well looked after by their onsite licensed security team.

3. The Curling Club

Gliding into London from the 1st - 19th December 2021, The Curling Club will be popping up at two iconic locations this year - The Langham & Finsbury Square. The perfect place to celebrate the festive season with friends and colleagues, this immersive, alpine themed, curling infused pop-up is going to be the perfect way to reconnect and have some fun! Offering a short, fast form of curling along with winter warming cocktails, alpine-infused street food, festive music, flamboyant entertainment and much  more, The Curling Club is the perfect way to experience the apres ski vibes in a all-inclusive competitive, social environment.

As any of you that attended our 'Top New Venues' seminar at the London Christmas Party Show a few weeks back will know, competitive socialising is all the rage for 2021. The Curling Club is not with us for long so get in quick for a unique and 'limited edition' experience. VIP Packages ranges from just £50 + VAT per person right up to £150 + VAT per person and the venue can be hired for smaller groups on a shared party basis or exclusive use subject to availability. 

4.Chalet Barragiste @ Somerset House

The latest venture from the unstoppable 'King of pop-ups' Jimmy Garcia, Chalet Barragiste will take residence at the stunning Somerset House this Christmas. Brand new for 2021, the West Wing at Somerset House will transform into an 'aprés-skate' Alpine paradise. Celebrating the very best in festive feasting, your guests will be transported to the mountains with a seasonal menu of cosy winter favourites as well as new twists on traditional festive drinks, with something to cater to the tastes of all skaters.

Opening from 17th November right through to the 16th January (seven days a week), guests can add this exclusive dining experience onto their ice skating package on a walk-up basis, or you can book in advance and take advantage of the two exclusive private dining rooms for Christmas parties and celebrations alongside the Skate experience at Somerset House. The private dining rooms can cater from 12-16 or 18-26 guests respectively with minimum spends from £95 per person. 

5. The Ski Lodge @ Montague on the Gardens

While The Ski Lodge has been around for a few years, this remains one of the most popular festive venues in London. Each Christmas, The Montague on the Gardens Hotel transforms their Wood Deck into the original ski lodge and winter party venue. Think pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, snowmen, ski racks and endless strings of fair lights and magical lanterns. The dedicated bar serves up a fab selection of festive drinks, including every kind of flavour Schnapps or Vodka you could think of! Whilst this is an outdoor venue, guests will be covered from inclement weather and provided with thick woolly rugs to keep everyone snug. You'll also be filling up on their festive menu selection including hot spiced cider, luxury hot chocolates, candied pecans and plenty of warming bowl foods and canapés.

The venue are also proud partners with Lanson Champagne, giving all visitors to the Ski Lodge the opportunity to win a jeroboam of their exquisite Black Label Brut.

Feeling festively inspired? To enquire at any of the above alpine themed venues this Christmas, or for any other venue finding enquiries, send us an email to hello@venuesearchlondon.com, call us on 020 7870 9305 or complete our short enquiry form.