Summer Party at West End on the Thames

Lounge on a Boat
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Whole venue
Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2JH
Westminster Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

Upgrade your company summer celebration with an exclusive, privately chartered vessel on the River Thames.

Whether you are hosting a high-impact corporate mid-year showcase, a client networking reception, or a full-scale company celebration, West End on the Thames provides an all-inclusive, bespoke river event tailored to your exact brief. Guests enjoy panoramic, shifting views of London’s iconic landmarks from expansive, open-air top decks designed for sunny alfresco drinks, BBQ catering, and summer receptions.

Beyond the outdoor decks, our vessel portfolio features spacious indoor floors with large panoramic windows, fully stocked bars, AV setups, and flexible floor layouts that seamlessly transition from daytime corporate presentations to evening celebrations and dancing.

Key Event Features & Specifications:

• Capacity: Flexible vessel configurations accommodating corporate groups from 20 to 500 guests.
• Outdoor Decks: Large open-top decks for alfresco drinks receptions, Pimms, bespoke BBQs, and street-food concepts.
• Indoor Floors: Air conditioning with panoramic floor-to-ceiling river views, private bar facilities, and dance floor space.
• All-Inclusive Customisation: Tailored event production including bespoke food & beverage menus, corporate branding opportunities, custom decor, and live entertainment options.
• AV & Technology: Integrated sound systems, wireless microphones, presentation screens, and Wi-Fi for corporate speeches or presentations.
• Bespoke Service: Dedicated end-to-end event management from initial planning through to execution.

Dedicated corporate summer packages start from £7,000, depending on group size and requirements.

All bespoke packages include vessel hire, decor, entertainment, catering, beverages, standard AV, and event management.

Contact our corporate events team to check summer availability and request a custom proposal.


Event offers and packages

Wedding Offers

Wedding Package
£15 per person
Our wedding packages start from £6,000. This includes:
- Exclusive venue hire
- Dedicated wedding planner from our team assigned to you
- Décor, both inside and outside the vessel
- Entertainment
- Catering and beverage options

The price per group size depends on several
variables. This includes whether the hire is
daytime or evening, time of year of the
reception and which vessel is used.

£5,000 to £7,000 - up to 50 guests
£6,500 to £11,000 - between 50 and 100 guests
£7,500 to £12,250 - between 100 and 200 guests
£13,500 to £15,000 - between 200 and 250 guests
£15,000 to £19,500 - between 250 and 500 guests

We work with the best catering companies in
London, who can prepare a menu tailored
specifically to you. Whether a formal seated
meal, a relaxed barbecue, or something else
entirely - we’ll find the solution.
Menu prices between £15.00 and £75.00 per
head

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £7000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 250
Dining
up to 170
Theatre
up to 120
Boardroom
up to 50
Cabaret
up to 120
U-Shaped
up to 70
Classroom
up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary tea and coffee
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 1:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Natural light
Dance floor
Temperature controlled floors
360-degree panoramic river views
Flexible central London pier access
Dual-level indoor & outdoor spaces
Chef-prepared BBQ on deck
Dedicated Event Management
Personalised Client Branding & Decor
Fully Bespoke Packages
High-End Custom Catering
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed

Host rules

Rules of the Space:

- Smoking Policy: Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited on all indoor decks. Designated outdoor smoking areas are available on open-top viewing decks while underway.

- Pier Logistics & Boarding: Guests must arrive at the designated Central London pier 15 minutes prior to the scheduled embarkation time, unless further time has been booked prior to your event. Vessels operate on strict river slot times.

- Catering & Beverages: All catering, dining, and beverage packages are provided exclusively through our in-house catering team and accredited partners. External food and drinks are not permitted.

- Decor & Branding: Custom corporate decor, branding, and signage are permitted but must be pre-approved by your WEOTT assigned project management team and fixed using non-damaging materials.

- Entertainment & Sound: Live DJs, bands, and external entertainment are welcome, subject to vessel sound limiters and pre-approval by the WEOTT project manager.

- Guest Conduct: The safety of guests and crew is paramount. The Captain and crew reserve the right to refuse boarding or terminate a charter early in cases of unsafe behaviour or excessive intoxication.

- Age & ID Restrictions: All guests must carry valid photo ID if alcohol is being served (Challenge 25 policy applies).

Cancellation policy: Custom

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Reviews and ratings

(41 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
JS
Jennifer S.
Verified review
Outdoor Space · 40 guests · August 2022
The staff were fantastic Food was great Views from the boat were lovely Very well managed corporate event
5.0
SB
Sarita B.
Verified review
Boat · 75 guests · December 2018
The enthusiasm of staff to make our event run smoothly and special. Catherine (on-board Event Manager) Amy Waiting staff and Craig Bar staff were particularly over and above expectation!
everything about ....The bathrooms
4.6
EB
Ekaterina B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Quick at responding and sending new quotes. I loved the clean and well-designed proposal I got. Great value for money offered.
5.0
DL
Donna L.
Verified review
Boat · 60 guests · October 2021
5.0

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