Wondering where to discover the City’s wonderful Christmas trees? Check out these iconic spots which have set up magical Christmas trees just in time to celebrate the festive season.
The Royal Exchange
The leading luxury retail, dining and socialising destination in the heart of The City of London – has unveiled nexw Christmas decorations. The pillars have been transformed into stripes like candy canes, with the traditional Christmas tree taking pride of place out front. The Royal Exchange is at the forefront of The City’s luxury renaissance, with recent long-terms commitments from major brands such as Tiffany & Co., Bremont, Omega, Montblanc and Hermès, while Des Gunewardena’s new restaurant bar and event space concepts Engel and Jang opened in the summer within the scehme’s mezzanine.
Leadenhall Market
Last month, the new Lady Mayoress of the City of London, Florence King, lit up the City of London’s iconic hidden gem Leadenhall Market, kickstarting the Victorian market’s Christmas celebrations. The 18-foot-tall glittering Christmas tree is decked with a colour changing LED light display, complementing the large red and gold baubles and beautiful fir tree garlands throughout the market. A twinkling light tunnel brings festive cheer to Beehive Passage, tempting visitors to explore the shops, restaurants and bars nestled in the cobbled alleyways of Leadenhall Market.
City skyline at One Bishopsgate Plaza, in partnership with Pan Pacific London
A towering 67-foot Christmas tree—the tallest in London—has been unveiled as the latest addition to the City skyline at One Bishopsgate Plaza, in partnership with Pan Pacific London hotel and the Eastern City Business Improvement District. Adorned with 65,000 sparkling lights and over 800 red and gold baubles, this festive spectacle was crafted by The Christmas Decorators and officially illuminated by Dame Joan Collins on Thursday 14 November.
Aqua Shard
British fine dining destination Aqua Shard brings a new level of glamour to their restaurant with their new exclusive collaboration with esteemed French perfume brand, Editions De Parfums Frédéric Malle. Bringing the luxury festivities to new heights, the two brands have crafted an unparalleled installation, featuring a 23ft-tall red and silver Christmas tree, complete with giant chrome baubles.
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