Christmas and winter in London is a festive and merry time. The city is packed full of those celebrating the festive season and what better way than to get into the Christmas spirit than to spend some time at some of the pop up igloo’s that have taken centre stage throughout London this winter.

The best and most creative bars and restaurants have created a one of kind festive experience for you to enjoy where you can eat and drink inside a cosy igloo.

Each one has something slightly different to enjoy.

But be sure to book in advance. The igloo’s can get very busy and pre-booking to get the best seat in the house is a must!

The best igloo’s in London this winter

Coppa club

London’s Coppa club restaurant offers some of cosiest glass igloo’s on their deck. You along with up to 7 other guests can enjoy the space as you relax in a fur covered chair with an alpine feel and gaze out at the views of the River Thames, The Shard and Tower Bridge which are all minutes away on foot.

The restaurant itself offers excellent dining options and the wine bar is something to be desired.

Be sure to book this one in advance to have a chance at securing a space in the igloo.

Skylight rooftop

The skylight rooftop is located on the roof of East London’s iconic Tobacco Dock. When winter hits the roof top space turns into a winter wonderland packed full with igloo’s huts and even an ice rink.

Step inside the heated igloo’s and enjoy the cheese and drinks platters as you look out over East London with views of East London sky line.

Source: www.tobaccodock.com/skylight

Jimmy’s lodge igloo’s

Located along Southbank on the edge of the river thames you will find Jimmy’s lodge igloo’s. Step inside with 6-10 guests and enjoy fine dining and drinks.

The alpine themed igloo’s are the perfect place to sit in view London from the river’s edge on the edge of the London on the river Christmas market.

Source: www.jimmyspopup.com

Aviary rooftop

The rooftop at Aviary restaurant offer you fantastic views over Finsbury Square and offers you the opportunity to marvel at the sky lights of the city outside.

The bar itself and the igloo’s have been sponsored by Talisker whiskey and offer you the opportunity to enjoy whiskey cocktails and drinks on the rocks from the comfort of your cosy glass igloo.

Food can also be purchased and comfort food at that including Mac n cheese and roast dinner options to feed the festive vibe within you.

Source: www.aviarylondon.com

The sipping room

Nestled in the vicinity of Canary Wharf you will find the igloo’s of The Sipping Room. In the courtyard of the bar you can tuck yourself in the cosy igloo’s and enjoy a few drinks with table service inside.

Feel the festive vibes as yo enjoy canopies and cocktails. The heated igloo’s also include blankets and hot water bottles to keep you warm and cosy.

Source: www.drakeandmorgan.co.uk

Inamo Camden

Inamo Camden’s outside deck has been decked out for winter as the pop up igloo’s complete with sheep skin rugs, blankets and floral decorations will bring out the festive vibes in anyone.

Enjoy amazing Asian inspired tapas foods as you sit inside the igloo alongside local Asian beers and cocktails.

Source: www.inamo-restaurant.com

Winterland

This winter wonderland has transformed Fulham into Netherland. This ski lodge style space offers you an excellent array of street food vendors and a fully stocked bar alongside fur topped seating areas to add to the vibe.

Step outside to find small lodges and igloo’s for you and your group to soak up the festive vibe. Some igloo’s even host their very own hot tub for you to enjoy drinks whilst you warm up in the hot bubbly water.

Source: www.winterlandlondon.com