In the City’s centre, the streets are sparkling with festive joy as the London Christmas Installations come out once again! So, why not grab yourself a warm cozy coffee and head on a Christmassy walk down London’s most festive streets.

Carry on reading for this year’s must see London Christmas Installations..

1) Ivy Chelsea Garden

The festive displays at Ivy Chelsea Garden are hard to beat and this year is certainly no exception. Complete with Santa’s office, sleigh and North Pole postbox, this installation ticks all the boxes.

Although the restaurant had to close its doors in line with Government guidelines, families are welcome to visit the installation or make one of their seasonal cocktails from home!

2) Cartier

Probably the most famous of all them all, Cartier’s red bow is synonymous with Christmas joy and Yuletide cheer! Situated on New Bond Street, it’s perfect coupled with a trip to Burlington Arcade and Fortnum & Mason’s. If you’re visiting in the evening make sure to arrive on the hour as there’s a light and music show every day at 5pm, 6pm and 7pm.

 

3) Burlington Arcade

Just around the corner from Cartier, Burlington’s Arcade has come alive with Christmas ornaments, a festive swing (courtesy of Moet & Chandon), several Christmas trees and suspended hanging baubles.

4) Annabel’s

Annabel’s – arguably one of the most exclusive members’ clubs in the world – is always a treat at Christmas time. Last year they opted for a 44ft x 43ft Christmas tree installation (!) but this year is dedicated to the arts – an industry that has really felt the strain of the pandemic.

Based on the Nutcracker, the Club’s exterior features theatre drapes, 3 enormous Nutcracker figurines, an arch of baubles adorning the front door and a life-size projection of 2 dancers from the Sophie Adams Ballet Company.

To visit this display, walk to Berkely Square Gardens in Mayfair (5 mins walk from Green Park underground and 10 mins from Burlington Arcade and Cartier).

 

5) Houses in Chelsea

It’s not just the restaurants and shops that have gone all out this Christmas, the houses in Chelsea and Kensington have too! This house in Carlyle Square, Chelsea has to be one of my favourites – complete with bauble archway, life-size nutcrackers, a bauble wreath and festive floral arrangements.

Of course, when walking past people’s houses remember that this is someone’s home so please be respectful when visiting and only walk on public roads!

 

6) Houses in Kensington

Another lovely Christmas walk is through Kensington – particularly Bolton Street -which is lit up with Christmas decorations, suspended red baubles, 6 ft Christmas trees on the roofs (!) and this spectacular red bow house.

Again, please be respectful when walking past as these are people’s homes.

 

7) Neill Strain Floral Couture

Christmas doesn’t always have to be red and gold and this certainly rings true as far as Neill Strain is concerned! This Floral paradise is always home to a beautiful archway and floral display and this year’s Christmas installation is certainly a stunner!

Couple this with a visit to Peggy Porschen’s Belgravia parlour, Jo Loves and the Duke of York Square for an authentic Christmas experience (which is tier 4 friendly!)

8) Peggy Porschen

If you’ve subscribed to me for a while, you’ll know how much I love Peggy Porschen’s beautiful pink decorations and this one’s a real treat!

Peggy Porschen is situated in Belgravia and Chelsea so can be coupled with a walk past some of the other Christmas installations (if visiting the Ivy Chelsea Garden, just walk 2 mins further to get to the Chelsea parlour).

 

9) Fortnum & Mason

Fortnum & Mason’s has been transformed into a giant advent calendar this year – celebrating the countdown to Christmas in style!

Their clock even plays festive tunes on the hour to keep you feeling merry.

 

10) The Angels at Regent Street

Something of a festive staple and one of my favourite London Christmas Installations, Regent Street is once again lit up with soaring angels that glisten and sparkle – iconic against the red London buses.

 

11) Ivy Soho Brasserie 

The Ivy restaurants really do feature some of the best seasonal displays and their Soho branch is certainly no exception. Created by the talented florists at Early Hours, these colourful bauble Christmas trees are original and glowing with festive cheer.

Couple this with a visit to China Town!

12) Ivy Market Grill (Covent Garden)

Slightly closer to home, the Ivy Market Grill has gone all out with its Nutcracker inspired bauble archway, right by the entrance to Covent Garden market. Start here before heading into Covent Garden – noticing the giant Christmas tree and suspended baubles which are truly spectacular.

13) Jo Loves

Jo Loves, situated in Belgravia, is a British perfume brand founded by perfumer Jo Malone. Each year it boasts a beautiful Christmas display and this year is no different. They’ve transformed their store into an iconic red and white winter wonderland with beautiful origami paper Christmas tree.

Couple this up with a trip to Peggy Porschen and Duke of York Square to really make the most of your Christmas walk!

14) Oxford Street

Oxford Street, like Regent Street, is famous for its Christmas lights. This year they chose to fill the skies with banners which, in unison, showcase a poem dedicated to the city of London.

The lights run the entire length of Oxford Street from Marble Arch to Tottenham Court Road.

If you’re particularly interested in the Christmas light displays why not do a light display walk! This is the route I’d recommend: Start at Oxford Circus/Regent Street. walk towards Piccadilly. Then Carnaby Street. Next, head to Old Bond Street and Burlington Arcade. Walk towards Waterloo Place and finally Covent Garden.

 

Enjoyed this article? Let me know below which London Christmas Installations are your favourite! Or why not check my latest article: The 10 Best Floral Cafes in London