Fun Things to Do in London in December
- Visit London in December and find many fun things to do.London image by san4es from Fotolia.com
Throughout the year, London offers visitors and residents a wide range of fun activities and attractions. December is no exception. Experience the traditions and festivities of the Christmas season in London by attending events suited for the entire family. Feel the spirit of Christmas and try mince pies and mulled wine, sing Christmas carols and celebrate with friends and family. - Celebrate the holidays at Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park from November through January. Skate at central London's largest ice rink; watch live entertainment; ride the Giant Observation Wheel; and see 360-degree panoramic views of Hyde Park and the surrounding areas. The entire family will enjoy Winter Wonderland's many rides and attractions in Santa Land, such as the North Pole Slide, Christmas Jumper, Balloon Ride, Elves Workshops and taking photographs with Santa. Try traditional fare such as ales, hot cider, pies and hog roast, or savor continental fare in the German Christmas Market.
Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park
Greater London
United Kingdom
hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/ - Britain supported Norway during World War II, and each year since 1947, as a symbol of friendship and to thank the British people, the Norwegian government has gifted Britain with a large Norwegian spruce from the forests of Oslo. The tree is displayed in Trafalgar Square and decorated in a traditional Norwegian style. Join in singing Christmas carols in the square and watch as the 500 white lights on the tree are lit in the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, which usually takes place on the first Thursday in December. See the tree from noon to midnight each day during the Christmas season until Jan. 6.
Trafalgar Square Tree Lighting Ceremony
Westminster, London WC2N 5
United Kingdom
020-7983-4100
london.gov.uk/trafalgarsquare/events/xmas.jsp - Attend the Great Christmas Pudding Race held every December in Covent Garden Market. Form a team and dress in fancy clothes as you join a relay race around an obstacle course while carrying pudding on a tray. Raise money for Cancer Research UK and win prizes including a unique Christmas Pudding Trophy for the winning team; a "fancy dress" trophy for the team with the most creative costumes; and individual prizes for each member of the winning team. Enjoy live entertainment and see celebrity guests.
The Great Christmas Pudding Race
Covent Garden Market
41 The Market
London, WC2E 8RF
United Kingdom
020-7836-9136
xmaspuddingrace.org.uk/
