From fun, festive workshops to seasonal shopping and yuletide quizzes, Shepherd’s Bush Market has an activity guaranteed to get you in the joyful spirit this Christmas.
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Festive Activities
For the work Christmas party – get creative for a festive team building activity and join one of Malina’s Christmas Wreath Making Classes.
Lasting between 60-90 minutes, these intimate workshops teach participants how to decorate a wreath base and add seasonal foliage such as dried pine combs, eucalyptus and dried fruits to produce your own personalised creation. No experience is required, ideal for beginners and those who are looking to learn a new skill this festive season.
For a jolly good laugh - head over to The Hawk’s Nest for the ‘The Big Christmas Quiz’ hosted by comedian Jamie Allerton. Catch-up with friends in the comfort of the alfresco, covered terrace whilst participating in the quiz with a chance to win a £150 bar tab and more festive prizes! Quiz on Tuesday 16th December from 7-9pm.
Christmas Shopping
For the culture seekers – head to Special Rider Books and Records and shop the carefully curated selections of A2 books and vinyl records from this independent bookshop. Also shop stocking fillers with their range of candles, bookmarks and zines.
For crafting a personalised gift – join Pigment Press for their festive pop-up, open every Saturday from 29th November to 20th December. Browse and buy their hand-printed festival goods, such as designed cards, overprinted pre-loved T-shirts, Furoshiki wrap, calendars and notebooks. All items are silkscreen printed by hand onto recycled materials in their studio and are unique and creative gifts to give to friends and family this Christmas. If you are interested in their process, live printing will be taking place throughout the day, so make sure you go and get a first-hand look.
For a gift they’ll truly love – shop at Yu Guan Yin for personalised presents. Browse the range of handmade jewellery and traditional Chinese decorations and accessories, which have all been crafted by owner, Pei Jia. These one-off designs are beautiful and meaningful gifts to give loved ones this Christmas.
For the vintage fashionista – curate the perfect winter wardrobe by exploring Hurdy Gurdy Vintage and hunting for stellar, stand-out vintage pieces that are ideal for all your Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Alternatively, if looking for something to keep you warm over these winter months, shop their curated range of vintage jumpers, coats and winter accessories.
Seasonal Foods and Drinks
For alternative festive feasting – head to Delina’s Kitchen for traditional Ethiopian cuisine. Warm up after all your Christmas shopping with a cup of Kemem Shai (Ethiopian spiced tea) and fill up on her generous and hearty plates of tibs dishes (East African stir-fry) and Bey Aynetu. Perfect for sharing with friends and family this Christmas or other large gatherings such as a work Christmas party.
For a traditional Christmas treat – buy sugar mice from Sweethearts – a traditional Christmas snack stemming from the Victorian-era. Sugar mice are traditional stocking-fillers, and you can find them at Sweethearts amongst other tempting surprises.
For Christmas chestnuts – for that warming, roasted chestnut smell, head to This is Nuts and shop their affordable and generous bags of chestnuts along with a wide range of all other types of nuts. This is Nuts has been in the Market since the 1930s and every year, their walnuts remain particularly popular around Christmas, perfect for sharing, enjoying and roasting this Christmas.
For Christmas meats and fish – for all your Christmas cooking, Bush Halal Meat sells a variety of meats in quantities needed to feed all your hungry friends and family. Similarly, for your Christmas Eve fish, head to Brothers and Cousins where Niko will talk you through his selection of fresh seafood and the ideal fish to eat this time of the year.
For a warming, hot drink - take a break from the Winter chill and settle down with a cup of comforting, steaming hot coffee or hot chocolate at Sweet Caroline.
Celebrate with Shepherd’s Bush Market this Christmas time!
