About this tour
A three-hour festive circuit through London's yuletide hotspots, combining seasonal markets, seasonal drink, and carol singing in a historic church. You'll wander past decorated trees, sip warming mulled wine, and hear traditional Christmas music performed in an old parish church. Along the way, a guide shares stories of how Christmas has been celebrated across centuries—from Stuart-era superstitions to Victorian tree-trimming customs—and reveals the customs we've inherited.
Highlights
- Photograph London's most lavish Christmas trees and installations
- Sip mulled wine whilst browsing festive market stalls
- Hear Christmas carols performed in a period church
- Learn 17th-century origins of Christmas tree decoration myths
- Discover how Victorians transformed holiday traditions
- Stand beneath mistletoe and observe yuletide folklore
- Sample seasonal snacks at festive venues
What to expect
Your guide collects you at the first market stop, where you'll weave between stalls selling crafts, decorations and seasonal fare. You'll pause for mulled wine (or spiced non-alcoholic alternative) at a warming station, then move between two or three other Christmas displays, each with specific decorative or historical significance. The route culminates at the church, where you'll settle into pews for a 30–40 minute concert of carols performed by local musicians. The pace is leisurely—expect stops to photograph and listen to your guide's anecdotes about Christmas customs through the ages.
Good to know
Wear warm layers; you'll spend roughly half the tour outdoors. Comfortable shoes essential for cobbled market areas. The church is wheelchair accessible. Moderate fitness needed only for standing and walking at a relaxed pace. Gratuities aren't included—tip your guide separately if you wish.
Frequently asked
- How long does A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert take?
- A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert runs for approximately 3 hours.
- How much does A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert cost?
- Prices start from AUD $548 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.