The charming streets of Connaught Village will sparkle this season with a special Christmas celebration on Thursday 27 November. Visitors can expect an evening of festive fun, including a pop-up Christmas tasting market at 55-57 Connaught St, choir performances, wreath and candle making workshops as well as late-night trade and exclusive in-store offers at the many shops and eateries.
In the lead-up to Christmas, Connaught Village will deliver delight and wonder with joyful window displays and a showstopping floral installation on Connaught Village Green. The beloved Paddington Bear statue will receive a festive floral makeover, creating the ultimate selfie spot for visitors and the perfect backdrop for Christmas greeting cards.
Just moments from the chain stores and crowds, Connaught Village offers a different kind of Christmas experience: one that is stylish, serene and effortlessly festive. This quaint village, which is situated a stone’s throw from Marble Arch and Oxford Street, will come to life with a line-up of festivities. Connaught Village shops and restaurants will join the festive fun with late night shopping, seasonal offers and in-store events, as well as complimentary treats and hot drinks on offer throughout the neighbourhood.
Visitors can enjoy an array of Christmas activities on the night:
Pop-up Christmas market at 55-57 Connaught Street from 5pm-8pm featuring seasonal tipples and bites from The Stablehand, the famous basque cheesecakes from La Maritxu and more. Browse handmade cushions from Rosewood Gallery at special discounted prices, and pick up beautifully illustrated, discounted notebooks by artist Leslie David from Sowvital. Visitors can also enjoy exclusive offers from Sugaring, including vouchers and a complimentary underarm Sugaring treatment with any product purchase.
Performances from St John’s Hyde Park Choir spreading Christmas cheer between 5.45pm-7.15pm
A chance to take a Christmas selfie with Paddington Bear in Connaught Village Green
Complimentary cheese and wine tastings, a free children’s cheese tasting challenge and a Christmas Early Bird Wine Discount at Buchanan’s cheesemonger (open until 7pm)
Complimentary mulled wine and biscuits courtesy of Cluttons outside their store between 5pm-7pm
Wrap your gifts in style this season with limited-edition Connaught Village inspired Christmas wrapping paper designed by artist Lydia Bourhill. Available at West and Hill, every purchase will support GOSH, the charity dedicated to giving seriously ill children the best chance and the best childhood possible
Wreath making with Nurture Landscapes at 21 Connaught Street. To book, visit here
Candle making with Yougi at 31 Connaught Street on the day. To book visit here
Late night shopping and special seasonal discounts and offers including free gifts with purchases made at Janna Organic Remedies and 25% off at Eliza Jane Howell
Beyond this special celebration, the village will host a programme of offers and activities from Connaught Village’s restaurants and retailers throughout the season. Shops around the village will be decorated with beautiful love-heart lights, and The Royal Lancaster London is offering a luxurious Festive Afternoon Tea and Christmas Day Bottomless Brunch. On Tuesday 16 December, visitors are also invited to gather around the Christmas tree at The Royal Lancaster London from 6pm-8pm for an enchanting evening of carol singing accompanied by cocktails, mulled wine, and delicious canapés. This joyful event is the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit with friends and colleagues. For more information, visit www.royallancaster.com.*
James Parker, Senior Asset Manager at The Church Commissioners commented: “Connaught Village is a truly Christmas experience, all about bringing our sense of community and creativity to life. From festive lights and Paddington Bear’s festive floral makeover to artisan markets and workshops, we’re excited to offer visitors an experience that feels both magical and memorable.”
