Wagtail combines culinary sophistication with seasonal creativity, offering a festive concept that transforms the restaurant into a stylish winter retreat. This Christmas, the venue presents The Après Escape, an alpine-inspired theme that seamlessly blends après-ski charm with London elegance. Interiors are warmed with fairy lights, lanterns, pinecones, and cosy blankets, creating a refined yet approachable setting that balances festive cheer with contemporary design.

Alongside the festive menus is an exclusive drinks offering in partnership with GREY GOOSE® Vodka, featuring festive twists on classic cocktails, such as the Tangerine Sour and Chocolate Orange Espresso Martini, alongside the luxurious Goose Bumps serve. This integration of gastronomy and mixology ensures that Wagtail’s festive offering is cohesive, experiential, and distinguished, appealing to diners seeking both flavour and atmosphere.
Wagtail is an unparalleled restaurant experience for Christmas, where guests can celebrate in style, enjoy inventive seasonal menus, and experience hospitality that is both warm and expertly executed.

Wagtail’s festive atmosphere is designed to immerse guests in the magic of winter high above London. The après-ski inspired décor, featuring fairy lights, pinecones, lanterns, and cosy blankets, sets the tone for celebrations that are both stylish and welcoming. Guests immediately feel transported from the city streets to a luxurious alpine terrace, with sweeping views of landmarks including The Shard, Monument, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

The venue’s atmosphere is further enhanced by dynamic lighting, curated music, and live entertainment. Seasonal DJs provide a high-energy soundtrack for après-work drinks, evening parties, and late-night celebrations, while panoramic terrace views complement the vibrant energy inside. The space is carefully zoned to accommodate intimate private dining, group gatherings, and full venue events, ensuring the experience feels personalised for every guest. The combination of striking visuals, elevated styling, and high-quality service ensures that guests are immersed in the festive spirit from arrival to departure.

Wagtail delivers a memorable and multifaceted festive experience with the rooftop’s combination of design, entertainment, and panoramic views - making it one of London’s most desirable destinations for Christmas parties, offering experiences that linger long after the event ends.

Wagtail embraces environmental responsibility and community impact, aligning with ETM Collection’s wider sustainability initiatives. The venue also contributes to social responsibility, partnering with Magic Breakfast, a UK charity providing nutritious breakfasts to children who arrive at school hungry. From 1st January to 31st March, Wagtail adds a discretionary £1 donation to bills, providing nearly three breakfasts per donation. By helping children start their day well-nourished, the venue contributes to improved focus, wellbeing, and educational outcomes across the community.

Food sourcing is mindful, with seasonal ingredients used in festive menus wherever possible, and operational processes are designed to reduce waste and energy consumption. Drinks and catering follow best practice sustainability, including responsible glassware use, waste monitoring, and recycling initiatives.

By combining eco-conscious operations with charitable engagement, Wagtail ensures that festive celebrations are indulgent yet responsible. Guests can enjoy the panoramic skyline, immersive décor, and signature experiences knowing that the venue prioritises both environmental and social impact.

Wagtail’s festive menus offer refined British cuisine elevated with innovative touches, providing guests with a seasonal dining experience that is both indulgent and memorable.

The festive season showcased menus from Wagtail’s new Executive Chef, Henrik Ritzen, as he brings his bold, Nordic-style to Wagtail. Previously at The Double Red Duke and Aquavit London, Chef Henrik's sharp techniques, focusing on in-house fermenting and pickling, will spark curiosity for those dining in this sky-high setting at London’s best rooftop restaurant.

From intimate lunches to celebratory dinners, the menu highlights the best of winter produce. Signature dishes include Wood Pigeon with celeriac purée and blackberries, Fillet Mignon with potato terrine and red wine jus, and Dark Chocolate Biscoff Swiss Roll for dessert. Christmas set menus start at £65 per person, designed to delight a wide range of palates.

The Aprés Escape cocktail menu, in collaboration with GREY GOOSE® Vodka, features inventive seasonal serves such as the Tangerine Sour, Chocolate Orange Espresso Martini, and Triple G Martini, along with the luxurious Goose Bumps vodka and caviar experience. Curated canapés and bowl-food options provide additional flexibility for parties, including smoked salmon blinis, panko king prawns, lamb merguez sausage rolls, and truffled chicken vol-au-vents.

Wagtail also offers group packages for up to 360 guests, including premium canapés and drinks, creating seamless experiences that balance fine dining with social interaction. Drinks packages provide four hours of unlimited beer, wine, spirits, and soft drinks, ensuring guests remain fully catered throughout the event.

Menus and cocktails are designed to enhance the immersive alpine-inspired concept, complementing décor, lighting, and atmosphere. Every element is curated to create a cohesive sensory experience, where the taste, presentation, and service match the premium environment of Wagtail’s interiors.
By combining seasonal cuisine, inventive cocktails, and flexible packages, Wagtail delivers a restaurant experience that elevates festive

Wagtail’s service excellence is underpinned by a dedicated events team, highly trained staff, and structured operational processes. Every festive booking is overseen by experienced planners who ensure menus, drinks, décor, and entertainment are tailored to client requirements.

Staff training covers advanced mixology, wine knowledge, and seasonal service standards, ensuring confident, professional delivery. Teams are empowered to anticipate guest needs and provide service that is both warm and polished, creating a sense of luxury and ease.

The venue accommodates a range of events: exclusive hire for 360 guests, private dining in The Nest for 13, or terrace events for 60–100 guests. The operational flow is meticulously managed to ensure seamless transitions between courses, drinks, and entertainment without disruption.
Service quality is monitored via guest feedback, social reviews, and internal observations, enabling continuous improvement. Every detail, from table settings to cocktail presentation, reflects Wagtail’s commitment to excellence and consistency.

By combining strategic planning, operational precision, and empowered staff, Wagtail ensures that every festive event is delivered flawlessly, providing a premium dining experience for both private and corporate celebrations.

Wagtail offers festive entertainment to elevate the dining experience. DJs provide a curated soundtrack that evolves from ambient dining during lunches and dinners to high-energy beats for evening parties.

Seasonal experiences, including the Goose Bumps vodka with caviar and theatrical cocktail serves create high-energy moments that encourage guest interaction and social sharing.

The restaurant’s flexible layout supports private dining, small groups, and large-scale events, allowing tailored entertainment options such as communal toasts, live performances, and seasonal ritual activities. All elements are carefully designed to complement the alpine-inspired décor and festive menus, creating a cohesive and memorable experience.

By combining music, curated activities, interactive drinks, and exceptional food, Wagtail ensures that every celebration is engaging, distinctive, and Instagram-worthy, leaving a lasting impression on all guests.

Wagtail stands out as a Christmas restaurant destination due to its combination of culinary excellence, inventive festive experiences, and award-winning service. The seasonal concept, The Après Escape, seamlessly blends alpine charm with contemporary design, creating a warm and immersive setting for festive dining.

The restaurant delivers refined seasonal menus featuring British winter classics with inventive twists, complemented by a premium cocktail programme in partnership with GREY GOOSE® Vodka, bespoke canapés, and bowl-food options. Packages are flexible, supporting intimate dinners, private dining, or full-scale events for up to 360 guests.

Wagtail’s service is polished, professional, and personalised, supported by trained staff and dedicated event planners who oversee every detail. Guests enjoy a seamless experience, from menu selection to drinks, décor, and entertainment, ensuring every visit is memorable.

Sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in operations, including energy-efficient systems, waste reduction, and charitable contributions to Magic Breakfast, allowing celebrations to be indulgent yet responsible.

By combining culinary creativity, elevated service, flexible offerings, and immersive festive styling, Wagtail sets a benchmark for Christmas dining in London. The restaurant delivers memorable, multi-sensory experiences that delight guests across all aspects of taste, service, and atmosphere, making it a deserving winner of Best Restaurant.