Festive Fun

Festive Fun

The countdown to Christmas is on and with a few days left till the big day I thought I would put together a list of some last-minute Christmassy ideas to do to get you in the Christmas spirit. I’m sure by now you have been to a few Christmas markets but there is loads of other things to do with loved ones before and after the big day.  Ice Skating at the Natural History Museum Nearest Tube: South Kensington Website: https://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit/exhibitions/ice-rink.html Skate in the magical atmosphere of the Natural History Museum’s open-air Ice Rink.Nestled in front of the iconic South Kensington museum, the spectacular rink is surrounded by thousands of fairy lights and features a glittering Christmas tree.Visit the museum’s alpine-style Café Bar for winter warmers and watch the skaters glide on the ice from the cafe’s balcony.Tickets range from £8.80- £12.65 so check the website for more details. Heated Winter Igloos at Coppa Club Nearest Tube: Tower Hill Website: https://www.coppaclub.co.uk/towerbridge/ Winter Igloos at the Coppa Club are bringing the woodlands to the heart of London, with candles and cosy blankets, evergreen trees, cruelty-free sheepskin rugs, recycled wool blankets and breath-taking riverside views.Please try book the igloos in advance as they are very popular, however there are a limited number of bookings for walk-ins every day too. They are open from now till the 31st January.If there are cancellations, these will show as free on the website in the booking section. Tables are free to book, tables under 8 people will be shared by others. Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park Nearest Tube: Check website for more details Website: https://hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/ Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is...
Hot, hot, Hot Chocolate!

Hot, hot, Hot Chocolate!

Ahhh the cocoa bean  , the bean that has given glorious chocolate. During this time of year  while its cold and dark outside I prefer drinking chocolate than just eating it, Preferably hot with whipped cream and marshmallows. National Cocoa Day has fallen on the last Friday the 13th this year which sounds like the perfect day to get some hot yummy chocolate , check out the list below on some of the best places to go!  Said Dal 1923 Nearest Tube: Tottenham Court Road Website: https://said.it/en/london-fitzrovia/  From Rome to London with love, Said Dal originated in Italy roughly around 1923 becoming one of the longest established chocolate shop. At their little chocolate shop in London you can taste the love and the years of experience when you try the hot chocolate. Made from melted chocolate bars and cocoa solids, its like drinking a mug from Willy Wonkas chocolate lake. The thick Italian hot chocolate is extremely rich and comes in milk, dark or gianduja which is a hazelnut praline. Each cup comes slathered with melted white, dark and milk chocolate from the cauldrons that you can see behind the counter. So prepared to get messy, you may need a chocolate nap after. Chin Chin Labs Nearest Tube: Tottenham Court Road Website: https://chinchinicecream.com/chin-chin-ice-cream/soho/ Now I have spoken about Chin Chin before regarding their revolutionary and delicious ice creams but that’s not the only noteworthy item on their menu. Their hot chocolate which has 5-star review from trip adviser and insider and has been mentioned by loads of food blogs. Their rich hot chocolate is topped with a huge blob of...
Christmas Markets Galore

Christmas Markets Galore

It is only November, but the Festive season is in full swing and I don’t know about you, but I am fully embracing it. The festive lights, the mulled wine and all the late-night shopping. One of the best places to get all your Christmas present and feel very festive is going to Christmas markets which Europe is famously known for. Lucky for us, England offers some of the most magical Christmas markets and I have put together a list of the Top five must visits Christmas markets this year!    Bath Christmas Market  Dates: 28th November – 15th December Website: bathchristmasmarket.co.uk/   Opening hours differ Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays will be open from 10AM–7PM, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays will be open longer 10AM–8PM while Sundays will be open 10AM–6PM. Bath is probably one of the best know and most popular Christmas Market in the UK , it is the largest Christmas shopping event in the South West. This year there will be over 150 chalets stalls , all selling high quality artisan products and home made British goods. The market itself covers the streets around the Bath Abbey, this is accessible via train or car. Set among the romantic roman cobbled streets it’s easy to tell why the Bath Christmas Market is so beloved. Birmingham Christmas Market Dates: 7th November – 23rd December Website: www.thebfcm.co.uk/ Open daily from 10AM-9PM, the Birmingham city market is known as the Frankfurt Christmas Market, as it is one of the largest authentic German Markets outside of Germany and Austria. This year there will be over 180 chalets stalls offering a wide range of artisan products, don’t miss...
It’s beginning to look a lot like…

It’s beginning to look a lot like…

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...
Dare we mention it…. Christmas Party Venues?!

Dare we mention it…. Christmas Party Venues?!

Did you know 2015 has only three Thursdays & Fridays available for Christmas Parties? If you want to host your Christmas party on the most popular dates, you need to start thinking now. We know it’s crazy to be thinking this early, but Obis 360 is here to help.  We can search for the best venues and parties that fit your requirements. After visiting some of the Christmas Party exhibitions recently we have a huge range of options for you. What’s more, at the moment, there is great availability…but this won’t last. To make things even easier Obis 360’s Christmas Party venue finding service won’t cost a penny! Whether your party is a shared or exclusive, for a small team or entire office, seated dinner or reception we can find the right one for you. All we need from you to start a venue search is: – Approximate Numbers – Approximate Budget – Rough Dates Contact us today and we can help you book the best available party! Email: equiries@obis360.com or call 0208...