Michael Buble has been on repeat since the end of November, ELF has been quoted left right and centre, mince pies have been warming in the oven and we've even had a dusting of snow to get us in the mood.With it being just over a week to go (whutttt!where has that time gone?!) the Christmas lead up is well under way. Throughout December I love seeing the city come to festive life. Sparkling, shining and looking it's very best.I've made a list (checking it twice..) of some of my favourite festive views and spots to visit before the big day. Guaranteed to make even the Grinch's out there feel the warm and fuzzies.
There is just something about those huge sparkling balls (chuckle) and twinkling mistletoe decorations that get me every year, I'm not even mad that they've been the same for several years running now. Whether it's day time or once the sun goes down, it is one of my favourite places to meander and take it all in with a loved one.
Why not share a mulled wine with someone at the crusting pipe and listen to one of the performers, as you sip and snuggle up under a blanket.
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Carnarby Street
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Carnarby Street
This year they've gone all tropic on us and it is a lot of fun. Palm trees, parrots and colour! Home to the ever beautiful Liberty store with the most photographed flower entrance and my most favourite curated looking shopping destination and in my opinion one of the best Christmas departments.
The Ritz
Fancy a festive afternoon tea which of coarse happens to have The Ritz price tag attached, but worth every penny if you enjoy your fancy fancy hotel settings and service. I've enjoyed normal afternoon tea here before but for Christmas you get to take a Ritz teddy bear away with you, carols sung as you dine and the gorgeous decorations surrounding you.
Even if that doesn't float your boat, walking around the outside and seeing the iconic decorations really gets me in the festive mood early on and whilst your in the Green Park area...
Even if that doesn't float your boat, walking around the outside and seeing the iconic decorations really gets me in the festive mood early on and whilst your in the Green Park area...
A great place to be any time of the year but as soon as December hits, it's my favourite. The smell of the pine trees, mistletoe hanging, all the green leaves, red berries and lingering scent of mulled wine. Perfect place to pick up some blooms or festive decorations for your table centre piece.
Situated just behind Liverpool street station in Broadgate you will find Christmas trees for as far as the eye can see, twinkling lights and a teepee bar serving food as well as festive tipples. Open all week during the day and night - worth seeing it in both scenarios.
Leadenhall market
A short walk from London Bridge you will find one of my favourite places to visit in the heart of the city. Leadenhall market is only open on week days and will be filled with workers at lunchtime as surrounding areas include Bank and Moorgate. Impressive architecture and attractive at any time of the year but especially so when they erect the Christmas tree and dot the lights all around.
A short walk from London Bridge you will find one of my favourite places to visit in the heart of the city. Leadenhall market is only open on week days and will be filled with workers at lunchtime as surrounding areas include Bank and Moorgate. Impressive architecture and attractive at any time of the year but especially so when they erect the Christmas tree and dot the lights all around.
Find yourself on a very busy Oxford Street? Well then take a little detour away from the hectic streets and go do a stride by of the very famous hotel to view the beautiful decorations and if you can pop in they've got a corker of a tree and it's upside down of all things, v. cool. I visited Claridges for a very special birthday afternoon tea last month and it was probably one of my favourites that I have experienced.
Somerset House
Whether you fancy going ice skating or just to watch people attempt it for themselves. I went last year to Hampton Court and that was quite enough struggling and hugging strangers then needs to be repeated - yes I ended up hugging a stranger in an attempt to stay upright... ha. There's plenty to do even if that doesn't tick the boxes for you, Fortnum and Masons has once again taken over the arcade with goodies galore and the very cosy looking lodge where you can enjoy a hot chocolate as the chill sets in outside. Now time to warm up with hot drink after all that sight seeing...
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Situated in Marble Arch is this funfair themed winter rooftop bar. I can vouch for the hot gin punch being a bit of a winner, especially on these minus degree weather days!
Get cosy under a blanket (every seat has one, yaaas) and take a break from all that Christmas shopping on the rooftop lodge.
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