Christmas Markets
Christmas Markets
Nothing makes you feel Christmassy quite like a spin around a Christmas market, a mulled wine in one hand, a bratwurst in the other, the smell of roasting nuts and sweet waffles in the air, and everything from handmade decorations to big chunks of cheese laid out on the stalls. So wrap up warm and shop, eat and drink your way around the best Christmas markets in London.
It’s not Christmas in London without Winter Wonderland and it’s back in Hyde Park once again. You can slip n’ slide your way around the UK’s largest outdoor ice rink, immerse yourself in the Magical Ice Kingdom, hang onto the edge of your seat at Zippos Christmas Circus and Cirque Beserk, take a spin on the big wheel or simply booze the day away on hot ciders and raceltte burgers. And if you can brave the tourist crowds, Leicester Square Christmas Market is a great place for a festive fix in central London.
Southbank is one of the most magical places to visit at Christmas, and they are spreading the cheer this year with a winter market featuring festive pop-ups and alpine-style chalets. Christmas by the River does what it say’s on the tin – brings Christmas to London Bridge. And what a market it is with Christmassy stalls selling boutique accessories and artisan gifts.
Head to London Bridge for Winter by the River
Winter by the River does exactly what it says on the tin: brings riverside Christmas fun to London Bridge. Not only are there a bunch of festive stalls all glowing with Christmas lights and selling boutique accessories and artisan gifts, street food and pop-up bars. Eat, drink and be merry and don’t skip the glühwein.
A Winter Market Is Popping Up on the Southbank
Southbank is one of the most magical places to visit at Christmas, and they are spreading the cheer this year with a winter market featuring festive pop-ups and alpine-style chalets. As well as shopping, there’ll be street food on offer, including raclette, truffle burgers, duck wraps, and dutch pancakes, and hot bevvies to sip on.
Shop From a Curated Market at Battersea Power Station
Three Curated Makers Markets will be taking over Battersea Power Station’s Turbine B this winter, running from 6th – 10th, 11th – 15th and 16th – 22nd December. Each edition will feature 20 different small businesses at a time, selling everything from hand-poured candles to locally baked treats, so you’re sure to find a bunch of great gifts.
Hyde Park Is Hosting the Ultimate Winter Wonderland
It’s not Christmas in London without Winter Wonderland and it’s back in Hyde Park once again. You can slip n’ slide your way around the UK’s largest outdoor ice rink; immerse yourself in the Magical Ice Kingdom; hang onto the edge of your seat at Zippos Christmas Circus, the Edelweiss Funhouse and Cirque Beserk; take a spin on the big wheel; or spend the day strolling through the Bavarian Village with hot ciders in hand.
Christmas Under the Canopy Returns to King's Cross
The special Christmas Under the Canopy market has you covered for all things festive with stalls selling crafts, cheese, clothing, skincare, and more, with street food, craft beer, gin and natural wine to keep you fuelled. There’ll also be a special vegan market takeover across 6th – 8th December.
Shop for Christmas Gifts at Leadenhall Market
Leadenhall Market is welcoming stalls back this winter, following the Christmas lights switch-on on 14th November, so you can shop for gifts under the twinkling lights and baubles. There’ll be two festive editions of the SoLo Craft Fair (on Sat 16th November and Sat 7th December), featuring hand-crafted art, jewellery, homeware, toys and more, plus a Christmas edition of the Vintage Furniture & Flea Market (on Sun 24th November) with mid-century furniture and retro fashion on offer.
Pick Up Presents at the Lower Stable Street Christmas Market
The Lower Stable Street Market is back in Coal Drops Yard this Christmas with a rotating selection of traders across food, drinks, homeware, art, books and clothing.
Do Some Late Night Shopping on Columbia Road
The indie shops on Columbia Road and Ezra Street are opening late (from 5pm – 9pm) on four Wednesdays leading up to Christmas for all your gifting needs and you’ll be able to pick up trees from the market too. There’ll be mince pies and mulled wine to keep you going but no carolling or entertainment after last year got too overcrowded.