The festive season is finally here! As the lights and decorations begin to dazzle our streets, there’s no better way to embrace the festive season than visiting one of South London’s stunning Christmas markets this Winter - an experience we’ve all missed!
South Bank Centre Winter Festival
4th November– 2nd January
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX
Enjoy a fantastic stroll along the Thames under twinkling lights while sampling indulgent drinks, scrumptious street food and seasonal goodies at South Bank Centre’s Winter Market! Featuring a hit circus, festive concerts, and many twinkling markets, there’s something for everyone at this festive venue!
Borough Market
22 November – 9 January, 10am – 5pm
8 Southwark St, London SE1 1TL
This iconic year-round food market has had a festive makeover for the Winter season - extending it’s opening hours into the evening and sporting classic festive fare like wreath, tinsel, and colourful lights! The varied stalls carry their usual quality stock, as well as exclusive Christmas food and gifts! The market also features Christmas themed demos, live demonstrations, and masterclasses.
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Christmas By The River
16th November - 2nd January
London Bridge City
Lying just along the banks of the Thames, this year’s market will see a stunning array of boutique vendors bring a warm Christmas glow to the iconic river. Enjoy a mouth-watering assemblage of delicious pop-up food and drink stalls alongside stunning views of Tower Bridge!
Kingston Christmas Market
18th November – 24th December
Kingston-upon-Thames
Set in the heart of the traditional market town of Kingston-upon-Thames, this European-style market dedicates itself to a cosy Winter aesthetic! With 40 traditional wooden cabins stocked with unique and handmade giftware and a welcoming community fire pit, this spot is the perfect Christmas hangout to bring your family and loved ones! The market also features live entertainment alongside classic mulled wine and hog roast rolls!
Blackheath Village Day
4th December, 10:30am -2pm
Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Rd, Blackheath, London SE3 9RQ
This Christmas Blackheath Halls are opening their doors for some festive and family-friendly fun, including free craft activities, Christmas music and tasty cakes! Create your own Christmas decorations to hang on the community tree, or stay till 2:30 to partake in their Festive Family Sing-a-Long (note that only the singalong requires a ticket)!
Christmas Market At The Mansion
4th December, 10:30am - 17:00pm
Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham, London BR3 1SY United Kingdom
Come along to this free single-day venue of over 30 gift stalls for a fantastic family-friendly shopping day featuring Christmas carol singers and entertainers! The market also stocks a tasty selection of foods - from savoury wood oven pizzas and Bratwursts to sweet churros and crepes, all as fresh as can be!
So Last Century’s Christmas Vintage Market
12th December, 10am - 16:00pm
Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham, London BR3 1SY United Kingdom
Offering yet another free Christmas market, Beckenham Palace is host to So Last Century’s fantastic market of over 30 quality vintage traders! The event reaches a more mature audience than general Christmas markets with it’s mid-century décor and range of authentic furniture, books, fashion, and even antique maps. That doesn’t make it any less festive though, as the Mansion Bar still serves delicious mulled wine alongside classic winter snacks!
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Brockley Open Studios
Saturday 27th November, 12am - 4pm
St Peter’s Brockley, Wickham Road, SE4 1LT London
Brockley Open Studios is a well-known community hub for local artists to showcase their best works at seasonal events! This weekend they’re hosting a Christmas fair featuring fantastic art pieces, hand-crafted gifts and delicious baked goods and mulled wine!
Maple Road Christmas Market
Saturday 27th November
Maple Road Penge, London, SE20 8JB
With over 40 stalls celebrating new and old businesses alike, exciting talents, and food pop-ups, this free market is one to look out for! Featuring grand Christmas trees, handmade and personalised gifts, local IPAs, and traditional tunes played by local charities, this community event is sure to get you in the seasonal spirit!
The Department Store Brixton - Crafty Fox Market
Saturday November 27th - Sunday November 28th
248 Ferndale Road, London, SW9 8FR
This weekend the bustling Brixton Department Store will be transformed into a fantastically festive display of many different independent gift crafters from across the country! With such a wide array of festive arts, crafts, fashion and more - this is the perfect spot to snag some unique Christmas steals!
Mercato Metropolitano - Crafty Fox Market
Saturday December 4th - Sunday December 5th
Mercato Metropolitano, 47 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD
Knock out your Christmas shopping and support small by joining Craft Fox at Elephant and Castle’s sustainable Mercato Metropolitano market! With an impressive array of fashion, accessory, and gift traders that changes each day, this festive spot is sure to meet your Christmas shopping needs!
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Carshalton Christmas Art Fair
Saturday 27th, 10am - 4pm
139 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LU
Join Carshalton Artists this weekend as they celebrate local independent art and crafts with a festive Christmas theme - all at affordable prices (and free entry)! Their events cover a wide range of works, from ceramics, glass, drawing, painting, print, photography and even sculpture!
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