Festive season is finally here! You can’t fail to get in the Christmas spirit with London illuminated and decked out for this magical time of year. Some of the Christmas window displays in the shops, such as Fortnum & Mason in Piccadilly, are festive attractions in their own right. There really is no shortage of good cheer to be found, but here’s a few suggestions to add even more seasonal sparkle to your stay with us at Euston Square Hotel this December.
Borough Market has long been a top foodie destination. Incredible produce from both all over the UK and around the world, great cafes and restaurants, unbelievable street food, and an amazing spectacle, it’s always worth a visit. This time of year makes it unmissable with all the extra special Christmas treats, and there’s also a few extra events to make it all shine even more. December 1st-January 31st is Bankside’s Frost Fair. Inspired by the area’s rich heritage and its lively characters, Bankside will be reinventing these strange happenings, through a series of innovative augmented reality (AR) installations, street art murals, animations, cinematic film and AI collaborative digital art, located throughout the area, as well as events, workshops and food & drink experiences. Lots to explore there.
How about some Christmas Wreath Making? Feel festive and learn a new skill as you create a beautiful botanical wreath to make sure your door is looking its festive best. All materials are supplied, so just bring your creativity along on December 13th. On December 15th you are invited to An Evening of Cheese. Get ready for a cheese-themed shopping extravaganza led by the Borough Market community of cheesemongers. Enjoy tastings, seek expert advice and put together a festive cheeseboard featuring the highest quality cheeses from all over the world.
For more details on all things Borough Market, check HERE.
The Gingerbread City champions sustainable design ideas and puts an exciting twist on the traditional gingerbread house. Over 100 leading architects, landscape architects, engineers and designers will use their building expertise and baking genius to create a gingerbread-based urban landscape that suggests a new ‘normal’ in our post- Covid world. You can also join festive gingerbread house-making workshops taking place every day during the exhibition. This unusual event by the Museum of Architecture takes place December 3rd to January 2nd.
More details HERE.
How about a Christmas Market? Here’s 5 to keep you going.
King’s Cross Christmas markets. Get in on the action as 10 (!) Christmas markets pop up in King’s Cross, including Christmas under the Canopy (1-22 Dec). You’ll find Japanese homeware, independent fashion, artisan gifts and handmade crafts across the many different markets, and all just a short walk from us here at Euston Square Hotel.
Covent Garden Christmas markets. Be dazzled by hundreds of thousands of glittering lights decorating Covent Garden, which is home to three daily markets filled with handmade crafts and unique gifts for Christmas. Don’t miss this charming area at Christmas, it’s gorgeous!
Leicester Square Christmas market. Experience festive fun with Christmas in Leicester Square, which gives the home of blockbuster film premieres a yuletide makeover. Browse the traditional market filled with a wonderful array of crafts and tempting treats.
Southbank Centre Winter Market See the South Bank’s riverside transformed into a wintry wonderland, where global cuisine and an artisan Christmas market come together in one sparkling location. Also one not to miss, with Thames providing a stunning backdrop and great views of London.
London Bridge Market Amidst stalls selling food, drink and perfect stocking fillers as well as unique gifts, you can enjoy the stunning city and river views while you stroll through the market.
So there you have it, enough Christmas activities to charm even Scrooge himself. We hope you have a great time exploring London this Christmas when you stay with us at Euston Square Hotel, and we’ll be back with some more top ideas soon.