InterContinental London – The O2, Waterview Drive, London SE10 0TW
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Friday 28 November 2025
18:30 Drinks Reception
19:30 Dinner
01:30 Carriages (Bar last order 01:00)
Dress Code Black Tie
ARRIVAL
Arora Ballroom entrance. Tickets: Gold / Silver – 1st floor. Platinum VIP / Diamond – Arora Ballroom.
MEETING POINTS
Guest meeting points, to meet up with other table guests, will be marked on each ticket.
TABLE PLAN
Plans on display before dinner will show host company, table number and host name.
TIMINGS
18:30 Cocktails. 19:30 Dinner. 23:15ish Aftershow Party. Bar Last Orders 01:00. 01:30 Carriages. 02:00 Last shuttle bus.
FOOD & DRINK
Tickets cover cocktails and canapes, a 3 course dinner with wine/water. Cash bar after dinner.
NIGHT CAP?
Hotel residents and their guests can go on to the Clipper Bar (1st floor by Ballroom) after the Ball.
SMOKING
The hotel has a designated smoking area outside the Arora Ballroom’s main entrance.
PHOTOS
Photographs will be taken for promotional purposes e.g. website and event publicity.
ICEBREAKER GAME
Start the night with a bang by joining the Icebreaker Game! It’s the perfect way to get everyone involved and kick off the evening’s fun.
PRIZE DRAW
Win amazing prizes in our exciting Prize Draw! Tickets go on sale in November, so be sure to grab yours and join the fun!
AUCTION
Bid in our massive auction, featuring over 150 incredible lots! From exclusive experiences to gadgets, jewellery, and mini breaks, there’s something for everyone. Launches in November.
PRIZE DONATIONS
Have a prize to give? We’d love your support! If you need inspiration, we can help you find the perfect idea.
EARLY BOOKING RECOMMENDED
Act fast to get preferential rates at the InterContinental London – The O2 as well nearby alternatives.
TRAVEL
To plan ahead for a great night, see our travel tips below on getting to and from the Ball.
TICKETS
e-Tickets for entry will be issued to table hosts to distribute a week prior to the Ball.
DIETS
If you have a dietary request, please let your table host know by Friday 7 November 2025.
PARKING
Limited spaces on a first come basis. Guideline charge for guests: £40-£70 per day.
TUBE
North Greenwich tube station on the Jubilee line. It is a 5 minute walk to the hotel.
SHUTTLE BUS
There’s a free shuttle bus 15:00-02:00. Bus Stop D at North Greenwich.
SAIL
Enjoy the Thames at night with our private charter. 45 mins from London. Get in touch for more info.
CABLE CAR
The London Cable Car ‘flies’ over the Thames from ExCel London to the O2. Approx. 15 min walk.
BOOK A CAB
1,200+ guests: we strongly recommend to book cabs in advance.
CAB PICK UP
To assist finding your cab there is a large hotel concourse for your cab to collect you from.
TUBE
North Greenwich shuttle bus until 02:00. 24 hour lines: Victoria, Central, Jubilee, Northern & Piccadilly.
STAYOVER
Book early to take advantage of the special deals we have on offer, subject to availability
Please contact your table host and ask that they share this with the organisers.
eTickets will be emailed 1 week prior to the Ball. All guests will need to show the eTicket to gain entry to the Ball.
Card payments are preferred for the games and fundraising activities throughout the night, though cash will be accepted.
Yes, please contact the organisers on enquiries@railwayball.co.uk or 020 8432 4320.
Please show your eTicket for entry. Your meeting point is shown on your eTicket, which is where you will meet up with the rest of your table guests.
1,200+ rail executives and partners attend The Railway Ball. Click here to see who is attending this year.
Prizes for our fundraising will be put to good use. For inspiration, click here. Email enquiries@railwayball.co.uk or call 020 8432 4320.
Email enquiries@railwayball.co.uk or 020 8432 4320 and we will organise this for you.
