South Bank Centre Winter Market

The South Bank is fairy-lit and lovely all year round, but it’s a particularly good spot if you want to avoid the hectic hordes of central London High Street shopping for something with a lot more charm. Peruse stalls at the riverside Christmas market, with the scent of street foods and mulled wine filling the air.

Food & drink pop-ups for 2021

Jimmy Lodge snow globes: The globes can accommodate up to 10 people. The menu includes a starter, sharing course (like traditional alpine fondue!), and dessert.

Applebee’s Fish: This pop-up is serving up some of the best fish and chips, chip buttys, and panko prawns in London. Chow down under a vine-covered pergola while overlooking the Thames River—a hang-out win!