
We know, we know – it’s not Christmas just yet. But come on – we’re now in the second half of November, which means it’s basically December already, which means that Christmas is almot upon us! In fact, it’s less than 40 days away! And as London’s markets and Christmas lights return to the city, it is our duty to cover the news. In fact, one of our city’s favourite Christmas markets, the Old Spitalfields Christmas Market, has finally returned, and they’ve even turned on their Christmas lights.
The Old Spitalfields Christmas Market has brought back its festive cheer for the holidays. They’ve transformed the area’s wealth of shopping and dining destinations with decorations, Christmas trees, and sparkling lights galore.

There’s a whole host of things to check out when you visit. The market is absolutely FULL of Christmas shopping possibilities and plenty of scrummy street food with which to fill your tum. Altogether the Old Spitalfields Market boasts a whopping 42 food and drink vendors, and 54 shops and stalls. You’ll need a fair bit of time if you want to check them all out! If you need some guidance, though, here are some recs:
- Autofoto – don’t miss these retro photo booths around the market
- Dumpling Shack – legendary dumplings (keep an eye out for their French toast specials!)
- Bleecker Burger – one for the burger fiends
- doh-hut – one of our favourite donut spots in London
- Humble Crumble – do these ultra-popular crumble vendors even need introducing?

Regardless of whether you’re looking to do some early Christmas shopping, or just want a fun festive day out, the Old Spitalfields Market Christmas celebration has you sorted. So break out the woollen mittens and head on over to Spitalfields – Christmas is on its way to London!
📍 Old Spitalfields Market, 16 Horner Square, London E1 6EW. The nearest station is Liverpool Street.