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15 September 2025

The Importance of Booking Your 2025 Christmas Party Early

The Importance of Booking Your 2025 Christmas Party Early

 

 

While it might seem early to start planning, organising your Christmas party ahead of time can make all the difference. Here’s why booking early is essential for ensuring your event goes off without a hitch!

 

 


 

1. Secure the Best Venues: 

The festive season is a busy time for event venues, and popular locations fill up quickly. By securing your venue early, you ensure that you get the best location for your party, whether it’s a cozy gathering or an extravagant celebration. Booking early also gives you a wider range of choices, helping you find a venue that fits your needs perfectly.

With some dates of our ever-popular Shared Party Nights at Dorney Lake having already sold out –we have released a further date with tickets still available to book. Secure your tickets today — limited availability!

 

2. Avoid Stress and Last-Minute Rush:

The festive season can quickly become chaotic with all the end-of-year work and personal commitments. By planning your Christmas party early, you avoid the last-minute rush and the stress of trying to pull everything together just days before the event. You’ll have time to focus on the finer details, ensuring a smooth, enjoyable celebration for your team.

3. Better Availability of Suppliers:

Entertainers, and other event suppliers are also in high demand during the festive season. The sooner you book your Christmas party, the better the chances of securing top-notch service providers. This is especially important if you have specific entertainment preferences that you want to ensure are available.

We work with a range of trusted suppliers who will work with you to elevate your Christmas party to the next level, from ‘fun’ casino tables to interactive quiz nights and murder mystery. Get in touch with our events team to discuss!

4. More Time for Invitations and RSVPs:

Sending out invitations early allows your guests to plan ahead and increases the likelihood of a good turnout. With plenty of time to receive RSVPs, you can finalise guest lists, seating arrangements, and catering numbers well in advance. This reduces the stress of wondering how many people will attend and ensures everyone has a great experience.

We understand that organising a work gathering can be stressful. At Dorney Lake we provide helpful packs and documentation, including clear directions to the venue, taxi and accommodation recommendations, and helpful tips when travelling by public transport- so you don’t have to!

 

 

 

Make Christmas Magical at Dorney Lake

Don’t wait until the last minute! Dorney Lake offers fantastic Christmas party packages that can be customised to suit your company’s needs, from elegant dinners, our unique festive market stall parties to fun activities. With our stunning lakeside location, you’ll create a memorable event that your guests will talk about long after the festive season.

Book your Christmas party with us today!

 

 

 

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