As the festive season in London begins to glow, we invite you to embrace a gentler, more mindful way of celebrating. November in London is a time for warm layers, golden walks, and meaningful moments… and the city offers countless ways to experience the magic sustainably and consciously. Whether you’re planning a wellness-focused winter escape or simply seeking sustainable things to do in London, this is the perfect moment to slow down and savour the season with intention.
Explore London’s Christmas Markets
From zero-waste pop-ups to local artisan fairs, discover markets showcasing handmade crafts, recycled materials, and independent makers.
These markets offer thoughtful gifts that tread lightly on the planet, supporting sustainability and conscious holiday shopping.
Southbank Centre Winter Market: 3rd November 2025 – 4th January 2025 you can find a selection of stalls with sustainable and artisanal goods. A 30-minute tube ride from both Inhabit properties.
Covent Garden Christmas Market: from 12th November 2025 onwards where you can find independent stalls to support the local community. A 30-minute tube ride from both Inhabit properties.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland: from 14th November 2025 London’s most iconic event with a festive fairground and Luminarie Lane. Free entry is available during off-peak hours, while standard tickets start at £5.00, and peak hours cost £7.50.
The event uses renewable biofuel, recycles cooking oil, and minimises single-use plastics, reusing many structures and decorations each year. Waste is carefully segregated, and visitors are encouraged to travel by public transport to reduce the event’s environmental impact.
Winter Wonderland supports the local community by hiring locally, offering sustainable food, and hosting the Winter Wishes morning for disadvantaged groups. Book here.
Other events
Guildhall Christmas Market: opening night on Monday, 8th December 2025 from 5:15pm to 9pm. Market day on Tuesday 9 December 2025 starts from 10:30am to 7pm. Ticket costs start from £7 per person. Hosted by the British Red Cross, shop for Christmas in a beautiful historic while supporting a meaningful cause this season.
Supernova London: takes place Saturday, 22nd November 2025 at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Just a 35-minute tube ride from Inhabit Hotels.
Entrance fees and minimum sponsorship requirements vary by charity, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Macular Society, and Cardiomyopathy UK. You can either register with the charity for a place or use your own purchased entry to fundraise for them. Enter at https://www.supernovarun.com/olympicpark.
