Christmas AT THE BLACK EEL

Looking for the perfect place to celebrate this festive season? The Black Eel has you covered. Whether it’s a work party, a night out with friends, or a family get-together, our Grade II-listed home on Kingsland Road is the ultimate setting for Christmas in Dalston.

Book a section of our space for free and enjoy late-night celebrations - we’re open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, so the party doesn’t have to end early.

There’s plenty to keep your night going from Darts and shuffleboard for a bit of friendly competition or a private party room for up to 60 guests if you’re planning something bigger. With Riley’s serving up gorgeous, seasonal small plates and the bar shaking winter cocktails, your Christmas party will have everything it needs - food, fun, and plenty of festive spirit.

Reserve your spot today by filling out the booking form below.

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Our crown jewel is a sexy and stunning Grade II listed ballroom with tons of charm and character. Flooded with natural light from beautiful skylights, it offers a perfect blend of cool sophistication and relaxed comfort. Plush sofas and soft seating create an inviting atmosphere for 30–50 guests, with the option to extend into the garden room to accommodate up to 80.

Features include:

  • Capacity for 30–50 guests

  • Stunning Grade II listed ballroom

  • Option to extend into the garden room for up to 80 guests

  • Option to play your own music or BYO DJ kit

  • Plush sofas and soft seating throughout

  • Ideal for celebrations, parties, and special occasions

  • Unique, characterful heritage space

  • Small hire fee or minimum spend may apply

  • Party menu by Rileys available

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GAMES ROOM

Throw the ultimate bash in our Games Room, designed for fun, energy, and a bit of friendly competition. With darts, shuffleboard, and fussball at your fingertips, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plenty of seating makes it easy to take a break between rounds while still staying in the heart of the action.

Perfect for groups who want to mix things up, this space guarantees good times all night long. It’s an ideal setting for social, high-energy celebrations.

Features include:

  • Interactive Darts

  • Shuffleboard

  • Fussball

  • Comfortable seating

  • Small hire fee/min spend may apply

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KARAOKE PARTY ROOM

Our karaoke room is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable night of belting out tunes! Designed for high-energy celebrations, it comes fully equipped with a killer sound system, cosy seating, and a disco ball to set the perfect party atmosphere.

Features include:

  • High-quality karaoke sound system with a library of 140,000 songs

  • Cosy, comfortable seating

  • Disco ball for party atmosphere

  • Fully self-contained private space

  • Ideal for group celebrations

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the snug

Our Snug is a cosy, tucked-away space made for smaller gatherings, comfortably hosting 20–40 people. Ideal for birthdays, drinks parties, team sessions or laid-back get-togethers, it’s light, flexible, and full of character — the kind of space that works just as well for a casual catch-up as it does for something worth celebrating.

Features include:

  • Capacity for 20–40 guests

  • Intimate and cosy atmosphere

  • Flexible layout for different event styles

  • Ideal for celebrations and small gatherings

  • Charming, relaxed setting in the heart of the pub

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the LOUNGE

At the heart of the pub, this cosy back space offers a versatile hideaway with soft seating, moody low lighting, and a flexible layout that adapts to your vibe. Hosting 30–50 guests, it’s perfect for everything from relaxed mingling to late-night celebrations. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a lively party, this space brings the perfect balance of style, comfort, and atmosphere.

Features include:

  • Capacity for 30–50 guests

  • Soft, red leather Chesterfield seating

  • Cosy, tucked-away setting

  • Perfect for intimate events and celebrations

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the garden

Our Garden gets a festive winter makeover, transforming into a cosy, covered setting for Christmas parties, winter celebrations and big group get-togethers. Tucked behind the pub, it’s a unique space to eat, drink and celebrate with your crew, whatever the weather.

Features include:

  • Capacity for larger groups and private events from 10–120 people

  • Fully covered and weather-ready for winter

  • Festive seating areas and cosy garden nooks

  • Pétanque court for a little friendly competition

  • Unique boat seating

  • Plenty of space for Christmas parties, work dos and end-of-year celebrations

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  • Google 5 stars

    “The perfect mix of stylish and relaxed. We hired one of the private spaces for a big celebration and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better setup.”

  • Google 5 stars

    “A proper hidden gem in Dalston. The venue looks incredible, the private hire spaces are so well done, and the whole night ran seamlessly.”

  • Google 5 stars

    “Amazing energy from start to finish. The games, music, food, and drinks all absolutely delivered — it felt like the kind of place you accidentally stay in until closing.”

  • Google 5 stars

    “Hands down one of the best party venues in East London. The atmosphere was unreal, the staff were brilliant, and the private spaces made the whole night feel really special.”

  • design my night 5 stars

    “Such a fun spot for a birthday party — karaoke, shuffleboard, great cocktails, amazing food, and a buzzing crowd all night. Everyone kept saying how cool the venue was.”