Is your company Christmas party around the corner? If so, look no further than this article, as we will provide 10 tips for planning an unforgettable Christmas party in Bristol that keeps employees jolly while bringing everyone closer together. We know how to make the annual tradition truly memorable for all.

Set the Date Early and Make it Meaningful

Ideal dates for your Bristol Christmas party are late November to early December, avoiding school holidays and events like the Bristol University graduation. Check venues as early as possible because top dates sell out months in advance.

Send Special Invites Showcasing Local Talent

Stand out with artsy invites by local Bristol designers. Send via email, print, and video for triple impact! Set festive dress codes like “Christmas cocktail attire” so guests come ready to impress.

Have Fun with Bristol - Themed Holiday Activities

Keep energy levels high with entertainment and activities tailored to beautiful Bristol:

• Enjoy ice skating at Planet Ice, Cribbs Causeway
• Wreath making at Berwick Lodge 
• Spend some time enjoying Bath Christmas market 
• Pantomime at Bristol Hippodrome 
• Hold a Christmas Steps Challenge race
• Rent a skittle alley for traditional bowling
• Take over ropes course at Wapping Wharf’s Cargo
• See the Trail of Light art show along the Harbourside

Give Gifts & Awards from Bristol Makers

Treat employees to gifts made right in Bristol:

• Bristol Monopoly Board - Featuring Berwick Lodge
• Yuup gift voucher - to discover unique local experiences
• Spirit of Bristol Gin - Locally distilled gin gift packs
• Mighty Fine Chocolate - Award winning chocolate boxes
• Woolly Mammoth - Bold branded hats, scarves
• Bristol Illustration Co - Hand drawn portraits, prints
• Give silly awards like “Best Bristolian Accent” for laughs.

Plan Creative Catering from the Best Bristol Suppliers

When planning catering, accommodate all diets and give light and heavy options. Top festive caterers and ideas in Bristol include:

• Joe's Bakery - Christmas pies, stollen, panettone
• Bristol Sweet Co - Handmade chocolates, confections
• Bristol Cheesemongers - amazing range of Christmas cheese boards for all tastes made in Somerset.

At Berwick Lodge Hotel we are happy to host your party and take care of the catering. Our beautiful restaurant, Hattusa, is a wonderful space for private dining for groups of 10 - 90 guests.

From Mid-November the hotel is transformed into a beautiful Christmas haven – imagine twinkly candles, roaring fires, and the unmistakable smell of mince pies! Our Christmas menus will be available Monday 27th November - Sunday 31st December. 

Planning to party till late? We can host up to 27 guests in the lodge overnight.

Bond Over Festive Traditions at your Christmas DO

A Christmas party gives teams a chance to come together and celebrate shared accomplishments outside the usual office setting. Embrace traditions that foster deeper connections:

• Hand out festive team awards - let staffers nominate their peers for funny or heartwarming reasons like “Elf Whisperer” or “MVP Hot Choc Maker”
• Create festive games that require collaboration like a gingerbread house building relay or Christmas movie scene charades 
• Organise a holiday charity initiative in the weeks leading up to the party that gives teams a common feel-good goal
• Have an ugly christmas jumper contest and vote on the tackiest - gets everyone laughing
• Lead a festive-themed team building activity to build trust and communication skills with a festive twist
• Lean into the nostalgic cheer of the season to bring out everyone's inner child again!

Market with Merry Emails & Social Shares

Get guests excited leading up to the party:

• Share event reminders and previews on Instagram and LinkedIn
• Encourage photo shares on personal and company feeds using #BristolXmas2023

With these Bristol focused tips for venues, food, gifts, and activities - your staffers will definitely have a Christmas party they won't forget!