Tucked away within the City of London, hidden beneath the towering skyscrapers that surround it, you’ll find one of London’s most gorgeous buildings: Leadenhall Market. We’re always banging on about Leadenhall Market here at Secret London. But for good reason: it’s simply STUNNING no matter the weather or time of year. But there’s one time when it truly comes into its own; Leadenhall Market at Christmastime is a whole ‘nother level of festive gorgeousness.
This November, the time has come to once again marvel at its festive makeover, as Leadenhall Market has turned on its Christmas lights for the season. Naturally, they made sure to celebrate with a switch-on event, and the new Lady Mayor of the City of London, Dame Susan Langley DBE, was on hand to flip the switch.
This marks the start of the festive season in the centre of London, with a whole host of Christmas events set to take over the building. The Leadenhall Market Christmas calendar includes everything from live music to Christmas markets and Christmas guided walks.
But that’s not all; to truly add some magic to the area, they’re promising twice-daily snowfall. That’s right – you can depend on seeing snow in at least one London location this winter! Snow will fall on Leadenhall Market’s cobbled, covered walkways at 12pm and 6pm each day.
The Leadenhall Market Christmas tree
Each year, Leadenhall Market unveils a jaw-dropping Christmas tree that almost manages to dwarf its own aesthetic surroundings. And 2025 is no different.
Standing a whopping 18 feet tall, the impressive (and real!) tree takes centre stage as part of the building’s festive makeover. Underneath Leadenhall Market’s starry ceiling, the tree is glittering and twinkling away with baubles and lights. Meanwhile, the Victorian market’s shopfronts have also been decked out with fir tree garlands and festive decor.
So, if you’re looking for an escape from the hubbub of the city this winter, pop in to Leadenhall Market. You won’t want to leave!
📍 You’ll find Leadenhall Market on Gracechurch Street, EC3V 1LT. The nearest stations are Monument, Fenchurch Street, and Bank.