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Winter by the River

2026–27 dates not announced yet — usually mid-November to early January (closed Christmas Day)

Daily 11am–10pm; Christmas Eve 11am–5pm; New Year's Eve 11am–9pm; closed Christmas Day (2025)

London Bridge City, Thames riverside between London Bridge and Tower Bridge, London, Greater London · London

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The arched glass roof of Hay's Galleria between two restored brick wharf buildings on the south bank of the Thames, seen from the river
Hay's Galleria at London Bridge City, part of the Thames riverside that hosts Winter by the River (photo 2016) — Photo: King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0

A riverside winter market of boutique stalls, a two-storey festive bar and curling lanes on the Thames path facing the Tower of London.

London Bridge City turns its stretch of the south bank of the Thames, between London Bridge and Tower Bridge, into a winter market each year. Rows of small stalls sell crafts, gifts and treats, including 'gifts for good' from social enterprises.

In 2025 the centrepiece was The Glasshouse, a two-storey festive bar with a heated rooftop and river views serving seasonal drinks, beer, pizza and waffles, alongside a pay-to-play Swift Stone Curling pop-up with six lanes. The market itself is free to wander, with views across to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.

Dates by season

SeasonDatesStatus
2026–27 Not announced yet (usually mid-November to early January (closed Christmas Day)) To be confirmed
2025–26 Thu 13 Nov 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026Closed Christmas Day Held

Dates are taken from the market’s own website or official announcements and were last checked on 6 October 2026. Plans can change, so please check with the organiser before you travel. Spotted a change? Tell us.

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