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CHRISTMAS at Running Horse

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Nobody does Christmas like the Running Horse!

From team drinks that run late to catching up with the people you actually like, let us handle the graft so you can enjoy the season. Whether it's a semi-private spot for anywhere from 10 to 80, or the whole place to yourself for up to 200, we've got room for however your Christmas list shapes up. Fire-roasted food, rotisserie chicken, proper cocktails and craft beer on tap, all a stone's throw from Aldgate East. Bespoke menus and packages built around your night, so all you have to do is turn up and get into it. The Running Horse: your local in the City, sorted for the festive season.

Celebrate Christmas

IT'S NOT JUST A BOOKING, IT'S A TRADITION
This Christmas, round up your favourite people and let us take care of the rest. Tuck into a festive menu of fire-roasted food and proper drinks, from craft beer on tap to well-made cocktails, in a semi-private spot or the whole place to yourselves. Our team sorts everything from start to finish, so all you have to do is turn up, raise a glass, and enjoy the season with the people who matter most. Right in the heart of the City, a stone's throw from Aldgate East.
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Christmas Parties & Get-Togethers

up to 140 seated • up to 200 standing
Whether it's a festive social, a corporate do, or just an informal night out with friends and family, our spaces work for Christmas parties of any size. From semi-private spots for smaller groups of 10 to 80, to full venue takeovers for up to 200, our team will build the perfect package to make sure your night goes off with a bang this Christmas.

Christmas Menus

Explore Our Seasonal Offers!

Roast turkey Christmas dinner at The Running Horse, Aldgate

Christmas Menu

Great for groups of all sizes
2 and 3 courses available
Vegan and Vegetarian dishes available
Festive canapés for a Christmas drinks party at The Running Horse

Festive Canapes

Perfect for Drinks Parties and small get togethers
Something for everyone
Vegan and Vegetarian canapés available
Festive sharing platters for a Christmas party at The Running Horse

Festive Platters

Perfect for groups and large parties
Enjoy Christmas Classics and new festive additions
Vegan and Vegetarian canapés available
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Christmas Vouchers

NO IDEA WHAT TO GET THEM? YOU'RE NOT ALONE
Our gift vouchers are the ultimate crowd pleaser that’s perfect for secret Santa, picky friends & those “don’t get me anything” types. Sorted in seconds, loved for months!

Ready to Book Your Christmas Celebration?

Get in touch with our events team to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored proposal for your festive celebration.

What Our Guests Say

"Our team Christmas party was exceptional. The food was delicious, the service impeccable, and the atmosphere made it feel like a proper festive celebration. Highly recommend!"

Emma & David

London

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