Date: 9th July 2026
Time: 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Venue: Driftwoods River Yacht, River Thames, London
Ticket Price: £185 + VAT
Dress code: Smart casual summer wear
In 2026, we’re taking our reimagined summer celebration to the water! Join us aboard the stunning Driftwoods River Yacht for an evening of networking, entertainment, and exceptional hospitality as we cruise along the River Thames.
Expect signature drinks, great music, buzzing conversations, and spectacular city views as we bring the commercial interiors community together once again to celebrate summer in style.
Designed by Tom Dixon, the Casual River Yacht reimagines a simple river boat concept into a sleek glass pavilion that perfectly frames London’s iconic skyline. The interior features Dixon’s distinctive design touches, creating a contemporary, elegant setting for an unforgettable evening.
Spaces are limited, so secure your place early and be part of this exclusive summer celebration on the Thames.
Boarding & Cruise Information
Guests are required to embark between 18:30 and 18:45 at Tower Bridge Quay, located at:
Tower Bridge Quay, St Katharine’s Way, London, E1W 1LD
Please arrive in good time, as the yacht will depart promptly at 18:45.
Late arrivals will not be accommodated.
If you are not on board by the departure time, the boat will leave without you and no refunds will be issued.
Once on board, guests will enjoy a continuous river cruise lasting approximately 3.5 hours. The route typically runs between Greenwich and Westminster, and subject to tide conditions, may continue upriver towards Battersea and Chelsea. Please note that this is a non-stop cruise and there will be no additional boarding or disembarkation points during the journey.
The yacht will return to Tower Bridge Quay, with disembarkation taking place between 22:15 and 22:30.
Please note: We are aware that Google Maps may incorrectly show Tower Bridge Quay, E1W 1LD as “permanently closed.” This information is incorrect. Please ignore this notice, as the quay will be fully operational for boarding and disembarkation on the evening of the event.
Important Terms & Conditions
- This is a timed river cruise with strict departure and return schedules.
- No refunds will be provided for late arrival or failure to board on time.
- The route is subject to river and tide conditions and may vary slightly on the evening.
- The event will dock only at Tower Bridge Quay for embarkation and disembarkation.
Dietary Requirements
Please note that we will not be contacting attendees individually regarding dietary requirements. If you have a dietary requirement or allergy, you must email us in advance to notify the team. Please email info@commercial-interiorsuk.com - unfortunately, requests received on the evening cannot be accommodated.
Our Event Sponsors
The Summer Party London 2026 is proudly supported by our event sponsors, whose involvement helps us bring the commercial interiors community together.
GROHE
GROHE is a leading global brand of premium bathroom and kitchen fittings, offering complete bathroom solutions across brassware, ceramics, accessories, showers, toilet systems, sinks, taps and innovative WaterSystems for the kitchen.
Specified in some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and holiday resorts, GROHE is renowned for its innovative technology, sustainable credentials, superior quality and design excellence. Its product portfolio supports projects where performance, reliability and guest experience are central to the specification.
HRH Contract Furniture
HRH Contract Furniture is a specialist procurement partner delivering high-quality contract furniture solutions for the hospitality, hotel, leisure and commercial sectors. Based in Yorkshire, HRH combines a straight-talking, relationship-driven approach with deep industry expertise, giving clients access to bespoke, durable and design-led furniture manufactured across the UK and Europe.
Working closely with interior designers, architects, hotel groups and procurement teams, HRH sources, manufactures and delivers contract-grade furniture tailored to each project. Its trusted network of over 30 manufacturing partners enables the team to support everything from fast-turnaround stocked items to fully bespoke pieces, value-engineered options and specialist custom builds.
With a strong focus on quality, service and collaboration, HRH supports clients throughout the specification and procurement process. Its North Yorkshire showroom provides a dedicated space for designers and clients to review samples, explore furniture options and develop schemes in a creative, practical environment.
Hypnos Contract Beds
Hypnos Contract Beds is the UK’s leading provider of hospitality beds and mattresses, trusted by hotels and resorts worldwide to deliver an exceptional sleep experience, night after night.
As a fifth-generation, family-run British bedmaker, Hypnos brings over 120 years of expertise in handcrafted pocket-spring design to the contract sector, combining time-honoured skills with ongoing innovation. Its versatile sleep solutions are designed to support guest satisfaction, operational efficiency and long-term value across premium guestrooms and high-occupancy hospitality environments.
Hypnos also provides a seamless end-to-end service, including project support, in-room installation and the removal of existing beds, with responsible disposal and recycling. As a pioneer in sustainable and ethical bed making, Hypnos is a proud partner of the Eden Project, has been carbon neutral for over a decade and holds the Planet Mark, delivering comfort with integrity for the well-being of people and the planet.