Insiders Guide to Winter in East London
Explore the most magical time of the year in E1. Complete all your Christmas shopping under one roof with us so you have the time to make the most of all the other seasonal treats our corner of East London has to offer.
Christmas Party Action at KERB Social
KERB Social Club’s bookable rooms are perfect for all parties great and small this festive season.
Why not combine your shopping and dining with nailing Last Christmas on the karaoke or make things competitive with some group gaming?
You can find out everything KERB have to offer this winter and book your space here.
‘Silent Night’ at Dennis Severs House
For something altogether quieter, The Dennis Severs House museum, located minutes away from the Market is an East London hidden gem.
Occupying a house that was built in 1724, it tells a compelling story to tell about life in 18th and 19th century Spitalfields.
Tours are available every Thursday to Sunday, including special ‘Silent Night’ sessions during twilight and evening hours, when shadows of the past are illuminated by the rich warm splendour of candlelight.
Find more details and book here.
Winter Street Food Specials
The colder months see our street food stalls ensure their menus are ticking those essential comfort food boxes.
Swap the turkey for a Twirly Bird platter, carb-load like you are going into hibernation with grilled cheese toasties with soup for dipping at Melt and seasonal fruit crumbles from Humble Crumble, enjoy a warming drink at Chai Guys or a thick hot chocolate from Santa Nata and don’t forget mince pies from Gail’s or Roxyrara cakes.
Discover our full food line-up here.
Winter Past at Museum of Home
Journey through time at East London’s wonderful Museum of Home, as you discover rooms and interiors depicting winters gone by and exploring homes and celebrations of winters past, present and future.
See how personal traditions shape the ways we spend time at home together during the winter months, from a joyful midwinter celebration in 1630 through to a “Friendsmas” gathering in 2005 (pictured) and beyond.
Learn more and book on the Museum of Home website.
Step back in time at the Bishopsgate Institue
Is there a better place to while away a winter’s day than in a lovely library?
The Bishopsgate Institute Library offers free public access to its world-renowned collections on London, labour, free-thought and co-operation, protest and campaigning, and LGBTQ history.
Their current historic collections include the photographic archive of Suresh Singh aka The Cockney Sikh – one of the local favourites responsible for switching on the Old Spitalfields Market Christmas lights this year.
Walk Along Fournier Street
Armed with your new-found local knowledge take a walk through the historic Huguenot buildings of Fournier Street.
A sight to behold all year round, at Christmas this corner of Spitalfields becomes a real must-visit.
During December residents adorn their ornate doors with the most charming selection of colourful wreaths, creating a festive feel that would get even Ebenezer Scrooge in the Christmas spirit.
Enjoy a Cheese Feast at Funky Cellar
If winter has you longing for snow-capped mountains and apres-ski style dining look no further than Funky Cellar.
There’s a lot to love about their new seasonal menu, but top of our list is their all-you-can-eat Raclette – melted at the table and served with potatoes and pickles.
Learn more here.
Capture the Moment in our Photobooth
Create your own analogue snapshot of a seasonal outing to remember by visiting out Autofoto booth in the Market.
This lovingly-restored 1980s photobooth is special because it has a darkroom inside which takes your picture through a complete photographic development process in just under 4 minutes, producing a unique picture quality every time.
A bit of Christmas magic!
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