The New Must-Visit Christmas Shopping Destination In South London
Created in partnership with Battersea Power Station
the SHOPPING
Still looking for last-minute Christmas presents? London’s Battersea Power Station is home to some amazing global brands and smaller independent stores, so you’ll be able to find something for everyone on your list. Equally, if you’re just interested in seeing what the newly restored Power Station has to offer, there are plenty of places to treat yourself, including SL-favourites like Reformation, Mango, Reiss, The Kooples, Theory and Zadig & Voltaire and of course, ZARA’s biggest concept store in the UK, which also features a ZARA Home – perfect for picking up some Christmas decorations.
Fancy getting a jump-start on your New Year fitness goals? Pick up some new kit from Sweaty Betty, lululemon, Nike or adidas. Plus, you can discover the latest and greatest in beauty and fragrance at Le Labo, Space NK, Jo Malone London, Penhaligon’s special festive pop-up, MAC, L’Occitane and Rituals. Arty types should pay a visit to Clarendon Fine Art and Curated Makers for local gifts; bookworms should pick up a new read from Battersea Bookshop; and parents should browse the new collections at Petit Pli and ZARA Kids.
While you're there, why not book a festive blow dry at Paul Edmonds, check out the wreath making workshops at Moyses Stevens, and book in for a class at Boom Cycle?
Check out the full list of retailers here.
EATING & drinking
Right now, there are more than 30 festive dining options and menus to try across Battersea Power Station’s restaurants and bars, including at Le Bab, Wright Brothers, Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Where The Pancakes Are, Tonkotsu, Cinnamon Kitchen, TOZI Grand Cafe at the newly opened art’otel London Battersea Power Station (which is also open Christmas Day), Vagabond Wines and many more. You also won’t want to miss the alpine takeover of The Coaling Jetty out on the River Thames in front of the Power Station, with its selection of pop-up food huts, cosy covered seating with heaters and blankets and Yule Boules games – plus, shoppers will definitely want to try out the unique all-day cocktail bar experience at Control Room B, where the original dials and control desks from the 1950s have all been restored to their former glory. There’s plenty to look forward to in 2023, too, including a new Arcade Food Hall which will offer a mixture of new and existing food concepts, along with three standalone restaurants and a cocktail bar, and further restaurant openings inside and outside the Power Station.
Check out the full list of restaurants and bars here.
festive ACTIVITIES
Recently, Battersea Power Station has undergone a festive transformation, including eye-catching decorations inside the turbine halls, a giant bauble selfie spot along the River Walk, a Christmas street food market on The Coaling Jetty and much more. Visitors can also enjoy free Christmas craft workshops, pay a visit to Santa’s Corner and enjoy live music from local musicians.
Find out more here.
Christmas Trail & Family-Friendly Events
From the giant bauble installation on the riverside piazza to the 40ft Christmas tree in Malaysia Square, a trail of candy canes on Electric Boulevard to the historic turbine halls adorned with beautiful baubles and lights, there’s so much festive cheer for families to discover on Battersea Power Station’s Christmas Trail, plus lots of events for all to enjoy.
Check out the full list of events here.
Glide At Battersea Power Station
London’s only riverside ice rink, Glide at Battersea Power Station, is presented by Jo Malone London and offers visitors the chance to skate with the historic London landmark and its four iconic chimneys as a backdrop until 8th January. Alongside the Glide ice rink you’ll find a selection of vintage-style fairground rides, private igloos, live entertainment and The Glasshouse Bar serving festive tipples and snacks.
Book your tickets here.
Lift 109
London’s newest attraction and viewing experience promises to be the perfect Christmas activity or experiential gift for a loved one. Lift 109 is a one-of-a-kind elevator ascent 109m up to the top of the north-west chimney, so participants can take in the spectacular 360° views of the city skyline.
Book your tickets here.
art’otel
You can now stay the night at the UK's first art’otel at Battersea Power Station. With stays available from 12th December, the hotel will then officially launch in February 2023, with rooms and interiors designed by award-winning Spanish artist and interior designer Jaime Hayon. Located on Electric Boulevard, there are 164 rooms, a spa, a rooftop pool and an Italian restaurant, TOZI Grand Cafe, while a skyline bar and restaurant, JOIA, will open early next year.
Find out more.
Christmas Movies
The Cinema in The Power Station is now open in Turbine Hall B. As the only independent Dolby Cinema in the world (meaning crystal clear picture and the best in industry sound), you can catch a Christmas film of your choice in a reclining seat with wine, homemade cocktails and an assortment of sweet and savoury treats. Alternatively, The Cinema in The Arches offers a more boutique experience on Arches Lane with even more films to choose from.
NEW YEAR'S eve
Finally, Battersea Power Station is the perfect place to raise a glass for New Year’s Eve. The majority of restaurants, bars and shops will be open until late, and festive activities will still be in full swing. The ideal spot for dinner, drinks and dancing the night away, No.29 Power Station West will be open until 2am with live music and DJs from 9pm. Meanwhile, Fiume’s riverfront restaurant will present a four-course Italian feast by chef Francesco Mazzei, reminiscent of New Year’s Eve celebrations in the south of Italy, and there are also special menus available at Cinnamon Kitchen and Bread Street Kitchen & Bar. Control Room B will also be open until 2am – plus, Birdies will be offering a special ticket that entitles you to a round of golf and a glass of prosecco or mocktail for just £15.
Discover more about Battersea Power Station at batterseapowerstation.co.uk.
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