Margaret and Neal40 Comments on London at Christmas – Trees, Lights and Other Sights

London at Christmas – Trees, Lights and Other Sights

London is a truly magical place at Christmas, with Christmas trees spread throughout the city and intricate light displays all over and above the buildings.

It’s enough to bring a little light and warmth to otherwise dreary skies above.

And knowing the lights will come out when the sun goes down provides more than enough inspiration to take advantage of the city all day and all night.

Exploring with the crowds through the River Thames down to the Tower Bridge,

And into the former residence of many famous and infamous prisoners.

Popping around Trafalgar Square, where the mist from the fountain chills your cheeks,

The lions beam with pride,

And King George IV stands on watchful guard.

All topped by a brilliant spruce, seemingly standing taller than the surrounding buildings.

Definitely the home of all things merry and bright!

40 thoughts on “London at Christmas – Trees, Lights and Other Sights”

  1. Kim McKinney December 7, 2019 — 3:48 am

    As usual, great pictures. Had hoped to do a few days in London when I went to Wales, but it wasn’t in the cards this year.. Glad I got yo see your pictures. Some relatives also posted some pictures of high tea at the Ritz. Amazing!

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 4:00 am

      What a coincidence – we were just looking at some of our pictures from tea at the Rtiz! It’s a city that does an amazing job with traditions!

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  2. Sheree December 7, 2019 — 3:52 am

    Lovely photos! London always does Xmas proud.

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 4:00 am

      One of the best places in the world to celebrate the holidays! It’s the epitome of the Christmas spirit!

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  3. Athira December 7, 2019 — 4:09 am

    Thank you for sharing those amazing photographs.. 🙂

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 4:20 am

      Welcome! Thank you very much for reading!

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  4. Sumita Tah December 7, 2019 — 10:54 am

    Love the feel of Christmas in the pics.😊

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 2:15 pm

      London and Christmas to us now go hand in hand! Thanks for reading!!

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  5. Tom December 7, 2019 — 11:44 am

    Great pictures – this is on our bucket list – Merry Christmas – Tom

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 2:16 pm

      Same to you Tom!! London will welcome you with open arms!

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  6. Francisco Bravo Cabrera December 7, 2019 — 12:21 pm

    Beautiful pictures! Wonderful post!

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 2:17 pm

      Much appreciated! Thanks for reading. Have a great day!

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  7. luisa zambrotta December 7, 2019 — 4:43 pm

    I remember spending a Christmas there, when I was young, and it was wonderful

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      Margaret and Neal December 7, 2019 — 7:40 pm

      I’m sure you have a lot of nice memories of that time!! Thanks for reading!

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  8. indianeskitchen December 8, 2019 — 6:26 am

    Beautiful pictures and cute couple!

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  9. busker boy December 8, 2019 — 1:12 pm

    Lovely photos as always. Delighted you enjoyed the experience! 😎

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      Margaret and Neal December 8, 2019 — 9:43 pm

      It was wonderful!! Thanks for reading!

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  10. sunipukadiyil December 8, 2019 — 1:33 pm

    Great pictures and hope you are enjoying! 😊

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      Margaret and Neal December 8, 2019 — 9:44 pm

      Thank you so much! It is an absolutely special place and time!

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      1. sunipukadiyil December 9, 2019 — 4:11 am

        Pleasure to hear! 💜

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  11. Fergy. December 8, 2019 — 4:10 pm

    I am afraid I am in the “Bah, humbug” amp as far as Xmas is concerned and although I live in London I would not dream of going “uptown” during December or January when the sales are on as it is my idea of Hell on Earth but I am glad you enjoyed it.

    As always, you images are great and I particularly like the T. Square one with the refracted (is that the correct term?) sun, it is really clever.

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      Margaret and Neal December 8, 2019 — 9:49 pm

      The amount of people over the holidays in certain areas is a tad intimidating!! Such a great city it is understandable so many people want to be there! Thanks for reading.

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      Margaret and Neal December 9, 2019 — 11:41 pm

      It is such a wonderful place! We hope to be back soon!

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    Shared. Thank you ! Best wishes for Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year !

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  15. mentalhealthfromtheotherside.wordpress.com December 22, 2019 — 10:31 pm

    Great photographs. London looks just amazing when the sun is shining. It’s bit too much for me going right into town these days and I do miss it. Your pics have brought back some lovely memories, thank you.

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      Margaret and Neal December 23, 2019 — 2:44 am

      Thank you for the wonderful comment! And thanks so much for reading! Have a great day!

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  16. Tails Around the Ranch December 24, 2019 — 2:50 pm

    Lovely images! Thank you for swinging by the ‘Ranch’ and for the follow. We 💚 visitors.

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  17. Travel Gourmet December 27, 2019 — 10:11 pm

    Great photos of my hometown … glad you enjoyed London so much 🙂

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      Margaret and Neal December 27, 2019 — 10:15 pm

      Thank you!! It is such a special place! There never seems to be enough time to explore everything you want! Next time…

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