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Christmas Party offer

Riverside Restaurant at Head of the River

Dining Room in a Pub
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Semi-private area
The Head of the River, Folly Bridge, St. Aldates, Oxford, OX1 4LB –
Oxford City Centre
Up to 35
seats
Up to 35
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Riverside Restaurant is a semi-private dining room within the Head of the River restaurant. Its traditional interior creates a polished setting for hosted meals.

Design: Exposed brick, dark timber furniture and polished flooring create a classic restaurant interior. Deep red drapes, framed artwork and warm pendant lighting add colour and visual structure.

Features: Wi-Fi supports connected hosting. A PA system provides sound for announcements or background audio. Natural light reaches the dining area, while step-free access, wheelchair access and accessible toilets support inclusive use.

Ideal for: The room suits small groups seeking a polished, seated gathering in a traditional restaurant setting.

What sets it apart: Tall windows frame direct river views, giving the dining area a changing waterside outlook during the meal.

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas by the river with a 3-course festive menu and optional arrival Prosecco or Christmas G&T.

Christmas Party Package – Semi-Private Hire
£45 per person

• Three-course Christmas set menu
• Vegetarian and plant-based choices included
• Optional arrival drinks: Prosecco or Christmas G&T
• Drinks packages available (wine packages, cocktail reception)

STARTERS
1. Maple roasted parsnip & bramley apple soup
2. Whipped chicken liver parfait
3. Beetroot cured Scottish salmon
4. Croxton Manor cheddar & leek tart

MAINS
1. English turkey breast
2. Wild mushroom & spinach wellington
3. Pan roasted sea bream
4. Slow braised beef cheek
5. Roasted celeriac & truffle ravioli

PUDDINGS
1. Chocolate & coffee opera cake
2. Sticky toffee Christmas pudding
3. Mulled wine apple & plum crumble
4. Cinnamon bun cheesecake

Prices

Monday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 35
  • Dining
    up to 35
  • Boardroom
    up to 28

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

• Private hire and events must be agreed and confirmed in advance with the venue
• The space must be left in a clean and tidy condition after the event
• All food and drinks must be provided by the venue; external catering is not permitted
• Decorations are welcome but must be agreed with the venue in advance. No confetti, glitter or items that may damage the space are permitted
• Guests must respect the venue, staff and other customers at all times
• Music and entertainment must be approved by the venue and kept at an appropriate volume
• The venue operates a responsible alcohol service policy, and guests must comply with all licensing requirements
• Final guest numbers and event arrangements must be confirmed with the venue in advance
• The venue reserves the right to refuse service or end an event where these rules are not followed

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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FAQ

Yes, festive entertainment or an activity can be included, with the recommended area depending on the type of entertainment booked.

There are no minimum spends or hire fees when booking one of the available areas, provided food and drinks are ordered for everyone in the group. An optional 12.5% service charge applies to food and goes in full to the team looking after guests.

About Head of the River

Head of the River is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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