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A carol concert at Burgh House and an event on Hampstead High Street to celebrate the Christmas season

Christmas Events

Christmas carol concerts and festive events in Hampstead

I went to this pizzeria in north London and it certainly warmed my freezing day up

I went to this pizzeria in north London and it certainly warmed my freezing day up

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‘I went to a pizzeria in north London which ticks every flavoursome box’

Television presenter Alex Zane joined Lorraine Ashworth and Andy Serkis to turn on Highgate's Christmas Lights

Television presenter Alex Zane joined Lorraine Ashworth and Andy Serkis to turn on Highgate's Christmas Lights

Christmas lights switch-on

'How the generation born in 1946 see climate change and millenials'

Soul II Soul founder, DJ and music producer, Jazzie B, launched Camden Market’s Christmas tree and lights display, marking the start of a five-weeks of festive activities.

Soul II Soul founder, DJ and music producer, Jazzie B, launched Camden Market’s Christmas tree and lights display, marking the start of a five-weeks of festive activities.

Music star returns to Camden Market to switch on Christmas Lights

Winter in Wembley Park includes free concerts, art trails, festive markets and children's activities.

Winter in Wembley Park includes free concerts, art trails, festive markets and children's activities.

All the Christmas events in Wembley Park this festive season

The table is set and the quails are ready for roasting, then comes the call, can you fit in two extra guests?

The table is set and the quails are ready for roasting, then comes the call, can you fit in two extra guests?

Extra guests at your precisely planned dinner party? It's not a disaster

Black Friday shopping deals and Christmas lights are coming to the London Design Outlet in Wembley Park.

Black Friday shopping deals and Christmas lights are coming to the London Design Outlet in Wembley Park.

Christmas glitter and bargains at Wembley's outlet shopping mall

Hampstead Heath is holding some festive events (Image: Heath Hands)

Hampstead Heath is holding some festive events (Image: Heath Hands)

Hampstead Heath

All the activities to get you in the festive spirit on Hampstead Heath

A new Amazon Fresh store equipped with innovative 'Just Walk Out' technology opened in West Hampstead on Thursday December 28th.

A new Amazon Fresh store equipped with innovative 'Just Walk Out' technology opened in West Hampstead on Thursday December 28th.

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Amazon Fresh store with 'just walk out' technology opens in West Hampstead

Brass players from Highgate School at the annual Highgate Society Christmas carols in Pond Square

Brass players from Highgate School at the annual Highgate Society Christmas carols in Pond Square

Highgate Society

Mulled wine and mince pies at popular Christmas carol event

Camden's brass bands will be performing at the Christmas Lights switch-on in Kentish Town Road

Camden's brass bands will be performing at the Christmas Lights switch-on in Kentish Town Road

Christmas Events

Christmas lights switch-on to celebrate 'vibe and community' of high street

Haringey came sixth out of 25 London boroughs in the latest Good Parks for London report. Cllr Emily Arkell, who is responsible for parks, called it "a fantastic achievement". Photos: LDRS/Haringey Labour

Haringey came sixth out of 25 London boroughs in the latest Good Parks for London report. Cllr Emily Arkell, who is responsible for parks, called it "a fantastic achievement". Photos: LDRS/Haringey Labour

Borough named among top areas in London for parks

The Lord Mayor of Westminster and Santa Claus compare regalia in St John's Wood High Street.

The Lord Mayor of Westminster and Santa Claus compare regalia in St John's Wood High Street.

Mayor rails against chain stores for his Christmas shopping

It's Wintermas in Phantom Peak the immersive game world where you follow a trail of clues to solve a puzzle.

It's Wintermas in Phantom Peak the immersive game world where you follow a trail of clues to solve a puzzle.

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We enjoyed 'Wintermas' in the weird and wonderful game world of Phantom Peak

John Flynn, landlord of Brendan the Navigator, believes gangs are behind a spate of pub burglaries

John Flynn, landlord of Brendan the Navigator, believes gangs are behind a spate of pub burglaries

Metropolitan Police

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'We've never seen it as bad' say landlords after their pubs are targeted by thieves

Cockburn's Christmas Lodge will pop up at weekends in the run up to Christmas on London's Southbank

Cockburn's Christmas Lodge will pop up at weekends in the run up to Christmas on London's Southbank

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Sip mulled port inside a cosy Christmas lodge with après-ski vibes

Left to right: Cllr Adam Harrison, Cllr Sabrina Francis and Cllr Anna Wright outside the newly refurbished Highgate Library

Left to right: Cllr Adam Harrison, Cllr Sabrina Francis and Cllr Anna Wright outside the newly refurbished Highgate Library

'Crumbling' 118-year-old library reopens after £1.8m refurbishment

Miniso is due to open at the LDO in Wembley Park on November 29th with giveaways to the first 200 shoppers.

Miniso is due to open at the LDO in Wembley Park on November 29th with giveaways to the first 200 shoppers.

Lifestyle retailer opens North London outlet store in time for Christmas

Growing Green founders Claudia Kretzschmar, Jeska Harrington-Gould with helpers Lucy Cornell and Natasha Walter

Growing Green founders Claudia Kretzschmar, Jeska Harrington-Gould with helpers Lucy Cornell and Natasha Walter

'Top notch' second hand clothes raise £5,000 for green projects

From toasty fizz to nectar like sweet wines, we round up 20 wines for your Christmas table.

From toasty fizz to nectar like sweet wines, we round up 20 wines for your Christmas table.

Our wine writer recommends the 20 best wines to drink at Christmas 2024

Toff's of Muswell Hill is in the top 10 of the Restaurant of the Year awards in the Fish and Chip category (Image: Google)

Toff's of Muswell Hill is in the top 10 of the Restaurant of the Year awards in the Fish and Chip category (Image: Google)

Catherine West MP

'How much of your money stays in the community if you shop local at Christmas'

The buzz has attracted a stream of visitors eager to experience its charm

The buzz has attracted a stream of visitors eager to experience its charm

Highgate's 'hidden gem' café becomes viral TikTok sensation

James Alexandrou and his partner have opened a new theatre Playhouse East in Haggerston.

James Alexandrou and his partner have opened a new theatre Playhouse East in Haggerston.

Cultural attractions

Eastenders star opens new theatre in East London

Alex Zane, Lorraine Ashworth and Andy Serkis at Highgate's Christmas Lights switch-on

Alex Zane, Lorraine Ashworth and Andy Serkis at Highgate's Christmas Lights switch-on

Lord of the Rings star does 'the voice' as he switches on Highgate Christmas lights

Hoarding is off the Cork & Bottle which has been closed since 2020

Hoarding is off the Cork & Bottle which has been closed since 2020

Hampstead Heath

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Long-closed pub near Hampstead Heath to reopen for festive season

Paralympics GB athlete Aaron McKibbin and store manager Fabio Belingheiri joined Mayor of Haringey Sue Jameson and children from Tetherdown Primary School to cut the ribbon at the event

Paralympics GB athlete Aaron McKibbin and store manager Fabio Belingheiri joined Mayor of Haringey Sue Jameson and children from Tetherdown Primary School to cut the ribbon at the event

New Aldi supermarket opened by Paralympian and primary school pupils

Joe Curtis and Victoria Grove are the duo who have revamped and renamed their Crouch End pub The Good Reader

Joe Curtis and Victoria Grove are the duo who have revamped and renamed their Crouch End pub The Good Reader

Revamped pub is 'unrecognisable' with light, spacious interior and superb menu

Camden councillor Jonathan Simpson had put forward plans to boost the borough's nightlife by relaxing rules around opening hours and how many pubs or clubs are allowed in set areas. Photos: LDRS/Pixabay

Camden councillor Jonathan Simpson had put forward plans to boost the borough's nightlife by relaxing rules around opening hours and how many pubs or clubs are allowed in set areas. Photos: LDRS/Pixabay

'Letting pubs and clubs open later will mean more crime, filth and litter'

A community tea party hosted by St Paul's CE Primary School (Image: St Paul's CE Primary School)

A community tea party hosted by St Paul's CE Primary School (Image: St Paul's CE Primary School)

Education matters

How school can bring the whole community together

Namaaste Kitchen Chef Sabbir Karim and his wife Aneela proudly accept Best Restaurant of the Year Award

Namaaste Kitchen Chef Sabbir Karim and his wife Aneela proudly accept Best Restaurant of the Year Award

Curry house wins Asian Restaurant award thanks to 'staff dedication'

Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashworth will be guests at Highgate's Christmas Lights Switch on event

Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashworth will be guests at Highgate's Christmas Lights Switch on event

Christmas lights switch-on

Celebrities to launch north London village's Christmas light switch-on

The Real Greek is aiming to bridge this knowledge gap by launching a quiz on Greek culture, history, and contributions

The Real Greek is aiming to bridge this knowledge gap by launching a quiz on Greek culture, history, and contributions

You can claim one of 10,000 free souvlakis — by taking quiz about Greek culture

Primrose Bakery's Michaela McKenzie, Martha Swift and Ruby Vambeck celebrate its 20th anniversary

Primrose Bakery's Michaela McKenzie, Martha Swift and Ruby Vambeck celebrate its 20th anniversary

The independent bakery celebrating 20 years of putting the icing on the cake

The Ottolenghi ultimate Christmas hamper

The Ottolenghi ultimate Christmas hamper

I tried an Ottolenghi Christmas hamper and it was as good as you would expect

Toff's of Muswell Hill are one of the five finalists in the Fish & Chip Awards 2025

Toff's of Muswell Hill are one of the five finalists in the Fish & Chip Awards 2025

National Fish & Chip Awards

Fish and chip shop reaches national final thanks to 'phenomenal skilled people'

Glow in the Angel is on November 23 with music, Santa's grotto and free crafts on Islington Green.

Glow in the Angel is on November 23 with music, Santa's grotto and free crafts on Islington Green.

All the Christmas light ceremonies and festive celebrations in Islington 2024

Plans are already being made for LGBT History Month (Image: forum+)

Plans are already being made for LGBT History Month (Image: forum+)

'Help us pay tribute to the amazing people who fought for LGBT equality'

The Red Lion & Sun in Highgate Village

The Red Lion & Sun in Highgate Village

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One of London's best places for a Sunday roast named

Lita opened in a former Carluccio's in Paddington Street in April and has now been listed in The Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland.

Lita opened in a former Carluccio's in Paddington Street in April and has now been listed in The Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland.

The 'packed' new restaurant and 'cosy' pub that are now listed in Michelin guide

Martha Swift, owner of Primrose Hill Bakery, across the road from where Gail's Bakery plans to open

Martha Swift, owner of Primrose Hill Bakery, across the road from where Gail's Bakery plans to open

'Gail's could drive us out of business and cost Primrose Hill its identity'

Yoav Baumgarten. Alon Kubi and Neaz Bhuiyan at the opening of B Bagel in Swain's Lane, near Hampstead Heath

Yoav Baumgarten. Alon Kubi and Neaz Bhuiyan at the opening of B Bagel in Swain's Lane, near Hampstead Heath

Hampstead Heath

New bagel shop opens near Hampstead Heath after months of 'blood, sweat and tears'

Israeli chefs Shiri Kraus and Amir Batito are behind The Black Cow in Hawley Wharf, Epicurus in Stables Market and the new venture The Black Cow at The Stage in Shoreditch.

Israeli chefs Shiri Kraus and Amir Batito are behind The Black Cow in Hawley Wharf, Epicurus in Stables Market and the new venture The Black Cow at The Stage in Shoreditch.

Duo behind Middle East-inspired Camden steaks move to Shoreditch theatre venue

Winners of the best fish and chip shops revealed

Winners of the best fish and chip shops revealed

All the Good Food Award winners across north London 2024/25

Actor Martin Freeman and broadcaster Jo Good helped get Merry Marylebone's Christmas light switch on underway on Wednesday.

Actor Martin Freeman and broadcaster Jo Good helped get Merry Marylebone's Christmas light switch on underway on Wednesday.

Hobbit star Martin Freeman turns on Marylebone's festive lights

The Great Christmas Feast is a three course meal with immersive performance of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.

The Great Christmas Feast is a three course meal with immersive performance of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.

Ghosts, cocktails, and a feast, A Christmas Carol as you've never seen it before

Christmas at Kew has been running since 2013 and is now a much anticipated fixture of London's festive calendar.

Christmas at Kew has been running since 2013 and is now a much anticipated fixture of London's festive calendar.

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Kew's magical Christmas light trail is London's biggest and best

Squirrel monkey at London Zoo spots food-filled advent stocking

Squirrel monkey at London Zoo spots food-filled advent stocking

London Zoo to host Santa's Grotto and Christmas activities

Throughout the Christmas period, Camden Market will showcase a variety of food, craft, and arts promotions

Throughout the Christmas period, Camden Market will showcase a variety of food, craft, and arts promotions

Camden Market unveils Christmas activities including 'spectacular' lights switch-on

North London is quickly becoming a booming centre for musicians and producers of all stripes

North London is quickly becoming a booming centre for musicians and producers of all stripes

Cultural attractions

Pirate Studios bring energy and opportunity to North London

Staff at All Bar One and Soho Coffee Co in Holborn say street urination is a problem

Staff at All Bar One and Soho Coffee Co in Holborn say street urination is a problem

Cafe and bar staff say street urination '100% a problem' as anti-pee paint launches

People are being urged to have their say on leisure and community activities in the £8 billion new neighbourhood known as Brent Cross Town. Image: Cityscape Digital/LDRS

People are being urged to have their say on leisure and community activities in the £8 billion new neighbourhood known as Brent Cross Town. Image: Cityscape Digital/LDRS

Have your say on leisure activities in £8bn new neighbourhood

A new Sainsbury's could open in Parkway, Camden Town. Pictured: file photo of Woodford Green Sainsbury's

A new Sainsbury's could open in Parkway, Camden Town. Pictured: file photo of Woodford Green Sainsbury's

Another Sainsbury's supermarket planned for Camden Town

Motcombs which was founded in Belgravia more than 40 years ago opens its second restaurant in St John's Wood on November 14th.

Motcombs which was founded in Belgravia more than 40 years ago opens its second restaurant in St John's Wood on November 14th.

Famous Belgravia restaurant opens a second outpost in St John's Wood

William Upton (left) welcomed Chris Hayward (centre) and Eamonn Mullally, to Hampstead Heath (Image: City of London Corporation)

William Upton (left) welcomed Chris Hayward (centre) and Eamonn Mullally, to Hampstead Heath (Image: City of London Corporation)

City of London Corporation

'Hampstead Heath is a jewel in our crown'