Festive events in and around King's

Skate at Somerset House

Every year, the courtyard at Somerset House is transformed into an ice rink! Next door to the Strand Building, it’s the perfect way to begin the holiday season. Skate near a 40ft Christmas tree before filling up on mulled wine and festive treats at the Skate Chalet and Lounge. Find out more and book here.

If ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’ isn’t your thing, check out Skate Lates with UNIQLO, a series of music nights dedicated to RnB, Hip Hop and Afrobeats with Foundation FM .

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Christmas Carol Service at the Strand

Sing along to some traditional carols at the college chapel. Led by the brilliant King's Choir, this service is sure to give you an experience of a lifetime. The event is currently sold out but you can join the waitlist here.

If you’re unable to get your hands on a ticket, here is a great list of other carol concerts taking place around London.

Take part in wellness walks and soak in the beauty of Christmas lights

Student groups and societies are organising wellness walks to help students deal with winter blues by initiating conversations about mental and physical health. Take part in these walks and use the opportunity to de-stress and enjoy the beauty of Christmas lights that adorns the city.

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Be a part of Campus Christmas events

KCLSU organises an array of events to allow students to enjoy the season. Sleigh at the Winter Ball or test your general knowledge at the legendary Vault quiz. The KCLSU website has a list of upcoming events.

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Enjoy a range of food to beat the winter blues!

Winters in London are going to be chilly and you will crave a lot of sizzling warm dishes! Walk to Gerrard Street and experience great East Asian food at London’s Chinatown. From a sizzling hot bowl of noodles to some soothing plate of dumplings, the variety of restaurants here will help you keep the winter blues away.

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Explore handmade crafts at London’s festive markets

Head to Winter Wonderland to buy some fantastic handmade gifts from their 100 wooden cabins or brave a rollercoaster at the fairground. If you want a market closer to campus, head across the river to Southbank and sample street food from one of their alpine chalets.

London is an amalgamation of modern and old architecture and each street has something new to offer. Walk round the streets and discover new gems everyday this festive season while capturing the beauty that London has to offer!