"AN OUNCE OF SAUCE
COVERS A MULTITUDE OF SINS."
Anthony Bourdain
1. Angel's Market
Back for its 12th year in 2018, Winter Wonderland's Angel's Market is everything the Christmas lover dreams of. Free to enter, visitors can peruse the 200 fairy-lit Bavarian style wooden chalets, browsing everything from festive gifts to award winning food and beverages.
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Hyde Park W2 2UH. Open 10am-10pm. 22nd November - 6th January. Closed Christmas Day.
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TOP 5 CHRISTMAS MARKETS 2018
From mulled wine and mince pies, to craft fairs and carolers, London serves up the very best this Christmas.
2. Christmas by the River
Christmas By The River, uniquely set against the breathtaking backdrop of Tower Bridge, is again one of the most picturesque festive locations this year. 68 chalet-style stalls cater to the needs of shoppers, snackers, and drinkers alike, while an array of Christmas events and workshops runs throughout the entirety of December.
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Open 11am-10pm. 29th November - 2nd January.
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3. Leicester Square
Set in one of the capital's most iconic settings, Leicester Square's Christmas market is always a hit with yuletide visitors. Featuring more than 25 stalls, the real pull of Leicester Square lies in its magical line up of Christmas shows. Head on down to view acts from the likes of the Burlesque Carol Concert with a warming glass of mulled wine.
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Runs from 9th November - 5th January.
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4. Southbank
Southbank Centre's Winter Festival is an all out smorgasbord of festive street foods and drinks. Offering a diverse culinary range, from raclette to bratwurst, from burgers to sweets, Southbank has it all. If you have time, why not book yourself in to Circus 1903, an exhilarating and critically-acclaimed circus act.
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South Bank SE1 8XX. 9th November - 5th December.
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5. Camden Christmas Takeover
London's iconic Camden Market gets another festive makeover on a monumental scale. Featuring a staggering 1000 stalls dispensing food, drink and entertainment, Camden is a must this holiday season. This market offers something for everyone and kids will love Santa's Gingerbread Workshop and hourly snow flurries.
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Camden NW1 8AF. 24th November - 23rd December.
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