December! It’s happened, it’s arrived and if you’re like us, it’s come as a bit of a surprise. Where has the time gone? But fear not, we have collated a wonderful list of things to do this festive season in London town.
SOUTHBANK CENTRE
Location: Belvedere Rd, Lambeth, London, SE1 8XX
Nearest Tube: Waterloo / Embankment
Website: southbankcentre
Suggestion: Wintertime has never been more glorious than here. You can browse the winter markets for all your gifts ideas and enjoy fresh food and drink. Top off your day by heading to the Queen Elizabeth Roof Terrace for spectacular views and a mulled wine!
WINTER WONDERLAND
Location: Hyde Park, London, W2 2UH
Nearest Tube: Hyde Park Corner / Marble Arch
Website: hydeparkwinterwonderland
Suggestion: Celebrating its 10th year, Winter Wonderland is a free entry event for all the family in one of London’s beautiful parks. So much to do inside including: The Ice Kingdom, Zippos Circus, Fun Rides, Santa Land. These extras events are ticketed so make sure you bring cash!
MAGICAL LANTERN FESTIVAL
Location: Chiswick House, Chiswick, London, W4
Nearest Tube: Chiswick
Website: magicallantern
Suggestion: Following two extremely successful years, the Festival returns for its third year. This is a feast of light and illumination, hidden within the 18th Century Gardens. A spectacular fusion of dual culture, vibrant colours and sculptures! Open 5-10pm until 1st January. Click the link for tickets.
TRAFALGAR SQUARE – CHRISTMAS CAROLS
Location: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN
Nearest Tube: Charing Cross
Website: london.gov
Suggestion: What better way to feel festive by donating to a good cause and listening to some Carols? From 11th-22nd December, over 40 groups will sing each day for an hour under the tree to raise funds for charity.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN LONDON
Location: Centre of London
Nearest Tube: Just walk around…
Suggestion: London is looking bright and magical this year. Our favourite lights are located on Oxford Street, Bond Street, Carnaby Street, Covent Garden, Seven Dials and Regents Street. Photos don’t do them justice so grab a hot drink and get lost in this beautiful city.
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