Full Venue Hire at Bloomsbury Big Top

London’s only actual Big Top — a temporary structure erected each winter at Coram’s Fields near King’s Cross, operated by the Awesome Group as a fully produced Christmas party venue and large-scale event space. This isn’t a venue with a circus theme; it’s a purpose-built performance environment with immersive themed production, in-house catering for up to 650 seated diners or 2,500 standing, and a dedicated events team that handles everything from lighting design to entertainment programming.

Shared and Exclusive Christmas Parties at Bloomsbury Bigtop

The core offering is all-inclusive Christmas party packages. Shared party nights seat groups from 10 upwards at dedicated tables alongside other companies — three-course dinner, reception drinks, live entertainment performing overhead throughout the meal, DJ and dance floor, and full themed production that changes annually. Recent themes have included Cirque de Paris, Cirque Lumiere, and Cirque de Vintage — each involving acrobats on hoops and silks, performers rotating through the space during dinner, themed decor, and immersive staging that transforms the interior completely. Exclusive hire gives organisations complete control of the venue for corporate Christmas parties, awards dinners, and end-of-year celebrations. The minimum sits at around 300 guests, with capacity scaling to 650-plus seated or substantially higher for standing configurations. All-inclusive packages cover venue, catering, production, entertainment, and AV — a single-supplier model that eliminates the multi-vendor coordination that large Christmas parties typically require.

The Venue Structure and Spaces at Bloomsbury Bigtop

The Bloomsbury Bigtop comprises two main areas: the Parisian Lounge for reception drinks, VIP hosting, and arrival experience, and the Starlight Ballroom as the main dining and entertainment space with capacity for 40-plus tables. The light curtain canopy and themed walls create a fully immersive environment from the moment guests enter. The Fountain Room — a separate marquee structure within the park — provides additional capacity for up to 500 guests and can be configured for daytime conferences, awards dinners, and drinks receptions independently from the main Big Top. A state-of-the-art lighting rig and sound ceiling run throughout, with in-house catering managed by a dedicated kitchen marquee attached to the venue. Thermostatic heating ensures comfortable temperatures through November and December, and fitted cloakrooms with attended facilities handle the practical side of winter events.

Seasonal Availability and Arriving at Bloomsbury Bigtop

Bloomsbury Bigtop operates November to December only — this is a seasonal venue built specifically for the Christmas party market and winter corporate events. That limitation is also its strength: every element is optimised for this exact period, from the heating to the themed production schedule. Located at Coram’s Fields on Guilford Street, it’s a five-minute walk from Russell Square station and within easy reach of King’s Cross St Pancras for mainline and international rail connections. The park setting provides an unexpected arrival experience — walking through Bloomsbury’s residential streets to find a full-scale Big Top behind the gates creates an atmosphere of occasion that starts before guests step inside. Photo booths, casino tables, and additional entertainment options available as add-ons. Smart dress code applies for shared party nights. Groups can book shared nights from 10 people upward; exclusive hire begins with consultation with the Awesome Group events team. All venues are accessible to wheelchair users, with thermostatic heating and attended facilities throughout.