Discover London’s Christmas Markets from Brama
Even in the era of online shopping, as the festive season gets underway it’s hard to resist a good Christmas market. Treat yourself to a winter getaway and visit the great selection of markets available in London; the perfect way to enjoy the holiday atmosphere and pick up some seasonal treats. Discover why Brama is the ideal base for a Christmas market visit and get some inspiration with our recommended top markets to check out.
Convenient location
Brama is located in Bromley Old Town Hall, just a short walk from both Bromley South and Bromley North train stations, with regular services into central London in as little as 16 minutes, making it perfect for visiting Christmas markets. Within walking distance of the hotel itself, you’ll find The Glades shopping centre and Bromley’s very own Christmas market, which runs daily throughout November and December along the pedestrianised High Street. With a Bavarian family bar, food stalls, children’s ride and festive cabins offering great gift items all under five minutes’ walk from Brama, it’s a must-visit during your stay.
Cosy amenities
With 23 beautiful contemporary rooms offering thoughtful amenities, a stay at Brama will elevate your Christmas market visit, making your trip memorable and festive. Our spa-like rainfall showers, Bramley toiletries and top quality coffee machines stocked with Kiss The Hippo pods will have you revived and ready to tackle seasonal shopping and sightseeing. Our luxurious Hypnos beds with silky soft bedding from The Fine Cotton Company provide the perfect place to get a good night’s sleep.
Our top London Christmas Market recommendations
Hyde Park is transformed into a magical festive extravaganza with rides, games, live events, and a plethora of food and gift stalls. More like a Christmas theme park than a market, there’s an ice rink, roller coasters, circus shows and of course, Santa’s Grotto. Entry is ticketed, but you can enter for free if you buy £25 worth of rides, attractions and food before your visit.
Southbank Centre Winter Market
During November and December, the bank of the Thames around the Southbank Centre becomes a gorgeous festive eating and shopping destination, with little Alpine-style cabins offering crafty gifts, delicious snacks and warming drinks. You can enjoy great riverside views as you shop, eat, and drink. Look out for the heated igloos offered by some of the food and drink vendors.
Offering not one but eight different Christmas markets over November and December, the area around King’s Cross station is a great place to visit during the festive season. Head towards Lower Stable Street Market if a traditional Christmas market atmosphere is what you are after. Visitors looking for something a bit different can enjoy a Mexican Christmas market, a Japanese Christmas market and the Crafty Fox Market which showcases independent artists and designers.
If you want to pick up a truly unique and arty gift, this is the market for you. With stalls featuring artwork, jewellery and homewares lovingly crafted by independent artists, this festive market is a refreshing retail alternative to uninspiring, mass-produced presents and a great way to support emerging artists. Only a short train ride from Brama, the market can be found in Peckham on various dates throughout December.
Christmas at Leadenhall Market
In the heart of The City of London, Leadenhall Market’s beautiful Victorian architecture makes it a wonderful setting for festive eating and shopping, decked out with Christmas trees and sparkling lights. Markets are held throughout December, offering crafts, vintage goodies and warming winter snacks and drinks.
Satanic Flea Market AntiChristmas Fayre
Looking for an alternative to the usual Christmas cheer? This dark arts and crafts market might be for you. You can find vintage and alternative clothing, taxidermy, unusual collectables and rare vinyl on offer alongside fortune telling, live music, a fully stocked bar and a pop-up restaurant. Not for the faint-hearted, but it’s the perfect spot if you are sick of Santa and prefer heavy metal to jingle bells.
Ready to book your Christmas market break at Brama? Choose from our range of room options and enjoy a comfortable and stylish stay over the festive period.
