One of the many delights of Christmas in London is the Christmas Markets. Christmas Markets in London were very popular until Oliver Cromwell banned the celebration of Christmas in the fashion people had become used to and this affected the Christmas Markets, which died out instantly. Christmas Markets in London are often a refreshing alternative to the usual Christmas shopping experience. Markets are very beautifully decorated and the preparation of decorating these markets starts before a week.
There are lots of places to visit in London at the time of Christmas; there are many different famous markets in London. London Christmas markets are usually stocked with all manner of interesting, unique products that make perfect gift solutions for stuck shoppers. In addition to arts and crafts you can expect to find some exclusive jewelry, fashion items and more.
Some of the Christmas Markets in London famous for shopping are:
Cologne Christmas Market: On this Christmas spend some memorable moment with your family, friends or colleagues at Southbank side Cologne Christmas Market. This market is decorated with wooden chalets selling a wide range of hand crafted gifts and German delicacies. In the centre of the market there is a carousel and tucked away among the chalets lies Santa’s Secret Village. Experience a taste of what a traditional, beautifully lit, German market has to offer at the Cologne Christmas Market.
Oxford Street Market: This is the busiest street market in London having more than 300 shops. You can pick perfect The Oxford Street Christmas lights are among the most famous in the World, each year thousands of tourists gathered here to celebrate Christmas and New Year. The Oxford Street Christmas lights are traditionally switched on by a line up of popular celebrities coming out to meet the crowd at the start of Christmas. The market with giant illuminated presents hanging overhead adds to the jolly, festive feel and you can combine a trip to the nearby retail giants of Oxford Street: Selfridges, John Lewis, Debenhams and House of Fraser with a trip to the smaller stalls found within the market.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland: This Park is popular for Circus, Christmas Market, Food and Drink stalls, Santa’s grotto and Ice Rink. Winter fairs and outdoor ice-skating are all the rage during the winter and the London Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park is one of the biggest and best. There are many Christmassy attractions to grab your attention at the Winter Wonderland, but one of the highlights is the giant observation wheel that will give you some of the most amazing views across the city.
Burgh House Christmas Fair: The charming Burgh House in Hampstead village is a home of Hampstead Museum is putting on a Christmas Fair on Sunday 6th December so you can enjoy a glass of mulled wine while you browse the arts and crafts stall. Within house you’ll shop for wide range of Christmas Carols, face paintings by mystical fairies, crafted gifts, jewellery and many other gift items.
Some other Christmas Market in London are:
Christmas Fair in Bush Hall, Farmer Market, O2 Christmas Fair, Covent Garden Christmas Market and Borough Christmas Market.
