London’s Best Christmas Markets 2023
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The capital is buzzing with festivities
Looking for the ultimate Christmas shopping experience, or just a festive browse? London is brimming with festive markets complete with mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, carol singing, live music and even wreath making. Here’s our pick of the best for 2023.
London’s Best Christmas Markets 2023
Guildhall Christmas Market
5:30pm–9:30pm on 27 November & 10:30am–7pm on 28 November 2023 at the Guildhall (Entrance via Guildhall Art Gallery, Guildhall Yard, EC2V 7HH)
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Elevate your Christmas gift-giving game at the magical Guildhall Christmas Market. After a few Covid-enforced years of closure, the market will return to the beautiful and gothic Guildhall for 2023 this November, with a variety of lovely stalls selling handmade and unique items. Tickets are £7 per person, raising vital funds for the work of the British Red Cross; redcross.org.uk
Kings Cross Christmas Markets
Dates TBC. Usually throughout December at Canopy Market (West Handyside Canopy, 2 Granary Square, London N1C 4BH) & Coal Drops Yard (Stable St, London N1C 4DQ)
The Kings Cross Christmas markets are expected to return for another year in December with a range of exciting, unique themes on the cards. Nearby, we also expect a fun wintery pop-up at Coal Drops Yard – last year it was Club Curling, so which Winter Olympics sport will shine in the spotlight for 2023? kingscross.co.uk
Battersea Power Station’s Festive Food Market
Dates TBC. Last year, it took place from 18 November 2022–8 January 2023 at Battersea Power Station (Kirtling St, Nine Elms, London SW11 8AX)
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Head to Battersea Power Station for its second year of festivities, including the glittering Glide skating rink plus a plethora of shopping destinations and festive activities. Last year also saw a tasty Festive Food Market spilling across the River Walk and Coaling Jetty. but details are TBC for 2023. batterseapowerstation.co.uk
Kingston Christmas Market
16 November–31 December 2023 at Market Place, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1JQ
Kingston’s anticipated Christmas market returns for another year. Only a 28-minute trip from Waterloo, this European style market features a curated selection of independent makers selling seasonal food and other Christmas treats while festive live music plays on. kingstonchristmasmarket.co.uk
Christmas at Borough Market
Dates TBC, typically throughout December at Borough Market (London SE1 9AL)
London’s Borough Market gets a festive makeover every Christmas, with tinsel, wreaths and fairy lights alongside mulled wine, treats and perfect presents. Plus, elevate your Christmas dinner game with fresh ingredients and produce can be picked up from the market. boroughmarket.org.uk
Greenwich Peninsula Market
Dates TBC. Last year very weekend from 4–19 December
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Greenwich Peninsula – home of the O2 – was transformed into an Enchanted Forest for last year’s festive season, featuring everything from winter craft workshops to classic film screenings (think Elf, Home Alone, Frozen and It’s a Wonderful Life), intimate jazz gigs to a Christmas rock concert. We’re expecting a return of the Christmas market in 2023, featuring favourites such as warming mulled wine, season street food, festive cocktails and delicious churros. greenwichpeninsula.co.uk
Christmas in Covent Garden
November 2023–January 2024 at Covent Garden (London WC2E 8BU)
Christmas in Covent Garden will return in 2023, with a diverse and packed schedule that promises something for everyone. The festive sleigh will be back by popular demand, alongside daily snow showers and exclusive pop-ups to enjoy alongside the classic various food markets. coventgarden.london
London’s Farmers’ Markets
For a British festive feast this Christmas, head down to one of London’s Farmers Markets. These markets have been going since 1999 and certainly do not disappoint. Whether you’re looking for Oak Smoked Cheddar & Double Devonshire, Hazelnut & Orange stuffing or Mulled Cider, there is something for everyone here. lfm.org.uk
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