Summer Lodge Country House Hotel
Evershot, Dorset
Whether you fancy a relaxing Christmas retreat or a grand New Year's celebration, there's nowhere like Summer Lodge during the holidays.
Christmas Party Venues in Dorset
Planning the office Christmas party or a festive night out with friends and family? We've got 21 Christmas party venues in Dorset for 2026, with room for everything from small team get-togethers to parties of up to 650 guests. Compare styles, sizes and prices, then send free enquiries to as many as you like.
Take a look at Summer Lodge Country House Hotel in Evershot, The Acorn Inn in Evershot and Escape Hunt Bournemouth, or browse the party packages if you're after a shared party night, a themed night or a festive meal.
Up for some friendly competition? Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth has darts, axe throwing and crazy golf, and Escape Hunt Bournemouth has escape rooms.
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The Acorn Inn
Evershot, Dorset
This year, host your Christmas party at Acorn Inn and immerse yourself in the traditional, cosy ambience of our country inn.
Escape Hunt Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Take your Christmas party to the next level. Get your team together for an unforgettable Christmas party at Escape Hunt Bournemouth, perfect for groups of adults, or mixed age groups.
Escape rooms
Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Christmas Activities In Bournemouth What’s better than that festive feeling? Avoiding any last-minute stress and locking down fun office Christmas party plans nice and early.
DartsAxe throwingCrazy golf
Cosy Club Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
For the Kings, Queens and Jokers in your Pack. We'll deal you in. Every pack’s got a king and a queen. A joker. Someone who’s on their best behaviour until the second round.
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Shake your baubles and swing your tinsel, we’ve got a great lineup of Christmas events planned and you’re all invited!
RNLI College Poole
Poole, Dorset
Book your Christmas party at the home of RNLI training and you’ll be supporting our brave lifeboat volunteers.
The Green House Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Make this year the year you throw the best Christmas party that will knock the socks off all your past Christmas parties.
Hotel du Vin Poole
Poole, Dorset
All you could want for Christmas. From a festive party with colleagues and a family Boxing Day lunch, to a luxurious Christmas stay package in a picture postcard perfect location.
Riviera Hotel Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
Looking for a Christmas party in Bournemouth or Poole? Our party nights are hugely popular- whether you decide to share your festive experience at our Jingle and Mingle Nights or would like…
The Cumberland Hotel, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Dorset
One of the South's premier Christmas party venues. The Cumberland Hotel is probably one of the South’s premier Christmas party venues, with great traditional food and an unrivalled…
Tribute nights
Ocean Beach Hotel
Bournemouth, Dorset
The Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy beaches and close to the vibrant café society of Bournemouth.
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Shared Christmas party venues in Dorset
For Christmas 2026, 20 venues in Dorset run shared Christmas party nights, with prices from £18 per person, including Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth, Ocean Beach Hotel and The Suncliff Hotel Bournemouth.
Exclusive Christmas party venues in Dorset
For Christmas 2026, 20 venues in Dorset offer exclusive hire. The biggest is Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth, with room for up to 650 guests. Others include Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth, The Cumberland Hotel, Bournemouth and Harbour Hotel Christchurch.
Christmas party venues in Dorset: your questions answered
How many Christmas party venues are there in Dorset?
We currently list 21 Christmas party venues in Dorset for 2026. Have a browse, compare what each one offers and send a free enquiry to the ones you like.
What kinds of Christmas parties can we book in Dorset?
We cover 23 types of Christmas occasion, and Dorset has packages for 19 of them, including Christmas parties, exclusive Christmas party, themed Christmas party, traditional Christmas party, Christmas cabaret, festive lunch and 13 more.
Pick an occasion to see its packages, with their dates and prices. Or have a look at our full list of Christmas occasions.
What is the largest Christmas party venue in Dorset?
Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth has room for up to 650 guests, so it's one to look at for bigger parties. Smaller groups have plenty of choice too, including shared Christmas party nights where you join other parties in the room.
Which towns in Dorset have Christmas party venues?
Venues here are in Bournemouth, Poole, Evershot, Bridport and Christchurch. Enquiries go straight to the venue either way, so somewhere a short trip out is worth a look if the town centre is already booked up.
Can we hire a Christmas party venue exclusively?
Yes, some venues offer exclusive hire as well as shared Christmas party nights, so the room is all yours. There may be a minimum number of guests or a minimum spend, so ask each venue when you enquire. For a smaller group, a shared party night may be better value.
How do we get Christmas party prices?
Save the venues you like to your shortlist and send them one free enquiry. Each venue replies to you directly with its prices, packages and dates, so you can compare them before you decide.
How far ahead should we book a Christmas party in Dorset?
For the popular Friday and Saturday nights in December, it's worth enquiring as early as you can. If your dates are flexible, a weekday party, a festive lunch or a January party may give you better value and more choice.
Can we have a Christmas party in Dorset for under £40 a head?
Yes. 13 venues here have starting prices under £40 per person. By budget:
- Under £40 a head: 13 venues, including Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth (from £18), Ocean Beach Hotel (from £23) and The Suncliff Hotel Bournemouth (from £23)
- £40 to £60 a head: 7 venues, including Hotel du Vin Poole (from £43), The Hermitage Hotel (from £44) and The Green House Bournemouth (from £45)
These are starting prices. Fridays and Saturdays in December usually cost more than midweek, and the venue will confirm the price for your date when it replies.
Which venues in Dorset suit a small team, and which suit a big party?
It depends on your numbers. In Dorset:
- 50 or more: 17 venues list room for at least 50 guests, and many offer exclusive hire so the space is yours.
- 100 or more: try Barbara's Bier Haus Bournemouth (up to 650), Boom Battle Bar Bournemouth (up to 400) and The Cumberland Hotel, Bournemouth (up to 400).
Tell each venue how many of you there are when you enquire, and it will suggest what fits.
Are there Christmas parties with games or themes in Dorset?
Yes. Venues here offer karaoke, escape rooms, darts, axe throwing, crazy golf and beer pong. For a themed night, look out for tribute nights, gatsby and 1920s, après-ski and casino. Tick "Themes and activities" in Refine results to see them, or see bowling, darts and games nearby. Not every venue lists everything, so it's worth asking when you enquire.