London’s new riverside neighborhood is set to be transformed into one of the capital’s most magical and festive destinations, offering the ultimate holiday experience for both locals and travellers.
The iconic building’s turbine halls and the wider riverside neighbourhood will be decked out in sparkling lights with more than 120 Christmas trees of all shapes and sizes including a stunning 40ft tree in Malaysia Square dressed with over 2,000 baubles. Supersize decorations including a larger- than-life bauble installation in the riverside piazza and a trail of giant candy canes on Electric
Boulevard, add an extra touch of magic and offer the perfect opportunity to capture festive selfies with friends and family.
A series of festive arts and craft sessions with options for both adults and little ones, will offer the chance to get creative over the holidays, including a floral table setting workshop from London’s oldest and most prestigious florists, Moyses Stevens, Christmas card and wrapping paper decorating, bauble painting and Macrame wreath making to name a few. There will also be lots of seasonal games, facepainting and storytelling for all to enjoy. Plus, Father Christmas will be making special appearances throughout December, perfect for kids to hand-deliver their Christmas wish lists.
The Power Station’s turbine halls will be filled with the sound of Christmas with live performances including carols from the Battersea Power Station Community Choir and Elf Flash Mob Dance sessions for children to put their dance moves to the test.
When it comes to finding one-of-a-kind gifts or partywear for the festive season, Battersea Power Station is a one-stop shop with renowned British and international brands available across the neighbourhood including ME+EM, Aesop, Space NK, Reformation, Massimo Dutti, Uniqlo, Hackett, ZARA, Rituals, Boss, Mulberry and Jigsaw. The historic turbine halls will also be home to a series of Christmas markets this festive season, including Curated Makers Christmas Market and Salad Days Market, where visitors can browse a number of small independent brands offering handmade clothing, accessories, homewares and delicious festive treats.
After all the gift hunting, visitors can head to the capital’s only riverside ice rink, Jo Malone London presents Glide at Battersea Power Station, as it returns with a bang to Power Station Park for a second season of unforgettable open-air ice-skating against the backdrop of the Grade II* listed building’s iconic chimneys. For a unique experience off the ice, visitors can ‘hurry up a chimney’ at the Lift 109 experience where awe-inspiring 360 degree views of London’s Christmas lights from the sky await. The Cinema in The Power Station in Turbine Hall B is also the perfect spot to watch a Christmas classic such as Elf and Love Actually or latest blockbuster on the big screen.
All this festive fun is hungry work so it’s a good job there are over 40 eateries across the riverside neighbourhood to refuel with many offering special Christmas menus including Fiume, Tapas Brindisa and JOIA at art’otel Battersea Power Station, which is also open on Christmas Day. Foodies will be able to enjoy London’s beloved Dishoom and the UK’s first tashas, a beloved café concept among the community in UAE, both of which are opening their doors on Electric Boulevard during the festive season. Visitors can also raise a glass to the holidays at 1950s all-day inspired bar, Control Room B in Turbine Hall B, and the newly opened Searcys Champagne Bar in Turbine Hall A.
With Christmas party season just around the corner, Battersea Power Station offers some great venue options from singing your favourite tunes in BAO’s private karaoke room, going head-to-head at ping pong or shuffleboard at Bounce or enjoying cuisines from around the globe, delicious cocktails and DJ sets at Arcade Food Hall.
Sam Cotton, Head of Asset Management at Battersea Power Station Development Company, said:
“Battersea Power Station offers a magical day out for all this festive season with a great mix of shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment venues, the return of Glide, our riverside ice rink, live performances and creative workshops for all ages. There really is something for everyone and we look forward to welcoming visitors from across the country and travellers to the riverside neighbourhood this winter.”
Travelling to Battersea Power Station couldn’t be easier for both the locals and travellers with the Zone 1 Battersea Power Station Underground station bringing the riverside neighbourhood within 15 minutes of the West End and the City. Battersea Power Station also has its very own Uber Boat by Thames Clippers pier and is a 15-
minute journey from Embankment, 20 minutes from Blackfriars, 30 minutes from Putney and 40 minutes from Canary Wharf. The riverside neighbourhood is easily accessible by bus, bike, car and train too.
To discover more on the festive season at Battersea Power Station, please visit https://batterseapowerstation.co.uk/events/christmas/
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