Silent Season: Saturday 12th September to Monday 5th October 2026.
Planning a festive gathering can be harder than it sounds. There’s the guest list, the budget, food and drinks - and, perhaps most importantly, finding somewhere that everyone will enjoy.
If you’re starting to think about your Christmas party, end-of-year gathering or a get-together with friends and family, there are plenty of ways to celebrate at The Clydeside Distillery.
And it doesn’t necessarily have to mean a big event.
Start with the group
The size of your group and the kind of occasion you’re planning will probably be the best place to start.
For a smaller gathering, a private tour and tasting can be a great way to spend time together without committing to a full evening event. Explore the distillery, hear the story of Clydeside and enjoy a whisky tasting, with the option to add light bites.
It works just as well for a group of friends as it does for colleagues looking for something a little different.
Looking for something more social?
If you’re bringing a larger group together, you might want to build more of an occasion around the experience.
A private distillery experience can combine a tour and whisky tasting with food and drinks, giving guests something to enjoy together before settling in for a longer gathering.
It’s a good middle ground if you want something more than a standard tour, but don’t need exclusive use of the whole venue.
Corporate events and entertaining
For workplace gatherings, it’s worth thinking beyond the traditional Christmas lunch.
A distillery tour gives colleagues or clients something to experience together, while food and drinks provide plenty of time to relax and catch up afterwards.
It can work for a team celebration, client entertaining or an end-of-year gathering - and the whisky element is entirely optional for those who don’t drink.
Going all out
For larger celebrations, exclusive use gives you the opportunity to make The Clydeside your own for the evening.
This can work particularly well for milestone celebrations, private parties and larger corporate events, where you want the venue, food, drinks and details to come together as one experience.
One recent group chose Clydeside for a farewell celebration with 35 friends and family. They wanted somewhere with a strong connection to Glasgow and a setting that felt different from a traditional hotel or restaurant.
The evening included a private distillery tour, a three-course meal and personalised touches throughout the event.
As the guest put it:
“Clydeside delivered a truly memorable evening with top-notch organisation and warm, professional staff.”
What about the budget?
Not every celebration needs the same level of planning - or the same budget.
That’s why there are different ways to enjoy The Clydeside, from a private tour and tasting with light bites through to larger events and exclusive-use parties.
Starting with what you want to spend can actually make planning easier. Once you know your group size and budget, you can decide how much of the experience you want to include.
A Glasgow setting
Choosing a venue isn’t just about what’s included in the package.
The setting matters too.
The Clydeside Distillery sits on the banks of the River Clyde, with views across the water and a location that’s closely connected to Glasgow’s whisky-making history.
There’s something quite nice about bringing people together somewhere that feels part of the city - particularly when many of your guests may be travelling from elsewhere.
Start planning early
The festive season can arrive surprisingly quickly, and popular dates tend to become harder to find as the year goes on.
Whether you’re thinking about a small gathering with friends, a team event, client entertaining or a full private party, it’s worth starting the conversation early.
There’s no single way to celebrate at Clydeside - and that’s the point.
Tell us what you have in mind, and we can help you find an option that works for your group, your occasion and your budget.