About London
London is the largest city as well as the capital of the United Kingdom and England. One of the oldest cities in the world, history shows that it was settled by the Romans as Londinium as early as 47 AD. Today, it is home to over 9.8 million people and with the River Thames running through it, water sports are popular.
With a major influence on finance, fashion, tourism, and the arts, organising a private party venue in London is a great idea. You will have no problem finding the perfect venue for your party with all of the amazing rentals like lavish townhomes, huge party halls, stunning mansions, and even some yachts.
Interesting Fact: London has the smallest statue in the world. It is a statuette of two mice eating a piece of cheese. It was made to remember two workers who got into a fight and killed each other over a meal. Later it was found that mice ate the meal.
Private Party Options in London
It does not matter whether you are planning a small family get-together or a giant affair, you will no doubt need help from some of the local vendors for some of the details. For example, a catering company is the best idea for any large gathering and a photographer will take better pictures than your Uncle Joe. London has quite a few companies to accommodate your needs.
- Catering
Serve your guests the best by hiring one of the fantastic catering companies or award-winning chefs to prepare your food. London has over 60 Michelin-starred restaurants in their English city and many of them have catering available.
- Photographer and Videographer
Make sure you capture all the important memories in photographs and video so you can remember this party forever. There are many professional photographers and videographers in London who would love to capture the memories for you.
- Event Rentals
No matter what private party venue in London you find, it will likely need something like furniture, décor, lighting, sound equipment, and maybe even a dance floor. Check out what is available in the area for your needs.
- Entertainment
Whether you want a DJ to spin records or a live band, London has what you want. To make sure your party is truly remarkable, find a top-notch entertainment company that can help you.
Private Party Companies in London
Party planning can be a lot of work so why not find some local companies to help you take care of what you need to be done? London has the best of the best and then some.
- Mitchel London Foods and Catering
Not only will Mitchel London Foods cater your party, but they will also provide the staff, cocktails, and party planning. With the best chefs, bartenders, and coordinators, they can prepare anything from breakfast boxes full of muffins to roasted branzino fillets with charred lemon.
- Storm DJ Services
Storm DJ Services will make sure your party is the talk of the town. Their DJs and musicians are well-known for their excellent performances and have been entertaining Londoners since 2012. Choose the DJ you want or just let them choose the best for your needs. And they have live musicians as well.
- Casablanca Hire
The owners started Casablanca Hire in 2005 as a small furniture rental company but today they have just about anything you can think of. Need tables? Casablanca has them. Tableware? They have that too. In fact, they have heating, lighting, flooring, AV and sound equipment, and marquees also.
Pros and Cons of Private Parties in London
- Make sure you know all the pros and cons of organising your private party venue in London before you commit. After all, every city has its drawbacks, even the great city of London. Here are some that we found.
Advantages
- Lots of green space
London is full of awesome parks to explore from small city parks to huge acres of forest, teeming with wildlife. Enjoy nature while you are there.
- Art and culture
The city of London has 170 museums and art galleries to meander through while you are in town.
- Mild temperatures
You will not need to worry about it being too hot or too cold because London averages 60 in the winter and 80 in the summer. You may not need your winter coat, but you will want to bring your sunscreen.
- Great public transportation
There is plenty of public transportation to get around. This is especially beneficial because of the major traffic issues the city has. The London Underground is the main transport system, and it is fantastic.
Disadvantages
- Traffic is no fun
Unless you enjoy sitting in traffic for a long time, you should not try driving in the city around rush hour. Take public transportation or hire a car service instead.
- High cost of living
The cost of living in London is a lot higher than the typical large city. In fact, everything you buy in this city will cost you more than you may be expecting. But if you budget wisely, all will go smoothly.
- Lots of rain
Be sure to pack your raincoat and umbrella because it rains a lot in London. But the Londoners don’t let this get them down and neither should you.
- High crime rate
It pays to be careful and stay out of the high crime areas of London because the crime rate is over 100 per 1,000 people.
Famous Locations in London
- The British Museum
If you want to learn about culture, art, and history in one place, The British Museum is where you need to go. Established in 1753, it is one of the oldest museums in the world and started with one man’s art collection. Today it has over 8 million items including a carving from 13,000 BC. Are you thrilled by all things old? Book a spacious old-world Victorian space nearby for your party.
- The National Gallery
Art lovers will enjoy the National Gallery with its 2,300 paintings dating back to the 1200s. It was founded in 1824 and is one of the most popular art galleries in London. Some of its highlights include The Virgin on the Rocks by da Vinci, Venus and Mars by Botticelli, and The Arnolfini Portrait by van Eyck.
- Westminster Abbey
Besides being one of the coolest looking Gothic churches in the world, Westminster Abbey is also the most well-known. It was consecrated in 1065 and was originally built in 960, although it was rebuilt in the 1200s. Don’t miss the artwork in the Chapter House.
