The best Christmas markets 2025: a venue for every vibe

The best Christmas markets: 2025 welcomes new additions alongside the classic returners

Now that the clocks have changed, it is officially the season: many of the capital’s festive markets are preparing to open for the festivities.

Dress up warm: here’s our pick of where to shop for anything from a delicious mulled wine to a meaningful Christmas present, from hip east London to the fanciest markets of west and how to avoid the crowds if you’re venturing central.

The best Christmas markets: 2025 welcomes new venues

Christmas at Battersea Power Station

The riverfront area at the Battersea Power Station redevelopment features the capital’s only riverside ice rink, artisanal food and drink options, supersized outdoor decorations,

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