There is no doubt that Christmas in London will be different this year, but it is certainly not canceled. Canary Wharf is one of the neighborhoods that keeps the festivities going, all safe and socially remote of course. The estate's shops, cafes, bars and restaurants are open, meaning you can start crossing those Christmas lists, while the bars and restaurants are ready to let you drink and dine with your households and bubbles. There are also two seasonal pop-ups and an outdoor light display to spread the festive joy. Secure COVID systems are in place throughout the area, which means you can feel safe and secure while enjoying the festivities.
The area's wide array of stores covers everything from fashion to tech and everything in between. With SpaceNK, Calvin Klein and Zara at Cabot Place, Kiehl's at Jubilee Place, and Samsung and Levis at Canada Place, you can shop for great gifts for that special someone. Once you've built an appetite, grab a bite of Humble Grape on Mackenzie Walk, The Alchemist at Reuters Plaza, or the Big Easy at Crossrail. With the mix of shops and restaurants, Canary Wharf is a great place to do your Christmas shopping and stop off along the way.
This year shopping in Canary Wharf just got even better with the All Wrapped Up pop-up. In partnership with The Fabric Wrapping Co, a gift wrapping station will be at Jubilee Place from Saturday 19 to Wednesday 23 December. If you spend £ 50 or more (can be on multiple purchases, purchased from one or more retailers in the area), you will be able to get one of your gifts wrapped in a fabric scarf for free using the traditional Japanese technique of Furoshiki . fresh. Not only is it more environmentally friendly than wrapping paper, but the scarf is a gift in itself, so it's a double gift. The service is limited to one gift per person and must not exceed the value of £ 250. Size limits and restrictions apply.
Once you've completed your retail therapy and had a bite to eat, you'll want to go exploring because Canary Wharf launched Connected by light, a new light exhibition through the neighborhood's open spaces and gardens. Nine new luminous works of art will be on display, including Tetra Park by Mandylights - a series of geometric stars at Westferry Circus. Additional facilities include ground projections; luminous orbs; and illuminated texts fading away, all installed alongside eight other permanent pieces from the region. Connected by light is free to visit and since it is an outdoor exhibition, it can be enjoyed in a socially distant way. The display is on every day until 10 p.m. and works until February 27, so you'll have plenty of time to get LIT.
As it's donation season, Canary Wharf is also partnering up with ELBA Toy Appeal from Thursday December 3 through Friday December 18. Winter is always a difficult time for those living in poverty and the pandemic is only making matters worse. If you are able to purchase an extra toy when you collect your gifts, this appeal will ensure that local kids whose families are struggling this year will have something to open on Christmas Day. There will be a special drop-off point at Jubilee Place for unwrapped gifts and you can also donate online at the call.
With everything happening on the grounds this Christmas, it's handy that Canary Wharf is super accessible by public transport and also offers three hours of free parking until December 31st when you spend over £ 10 at one of the shops, cafes, bars or restaurants, making it even easier to meet up with friends and family to take advantage of all the neighborhood has to offer. And that means you can load your chest with all the Christmas shopping you'll make!
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