In this story:
- Check out a hands-on pottery workshop
- Surprise them with a flower market tour and bouquet workshop
- Help them up their Insta game with a smartphone photography class
- Treat their tastebuds with an Ethiopian cooking class
- Give the gift of creativity with paint and sip classes in London
- Unwind with a macrame plant hanger class
- Help them shake up a storm with a cocktail making class
- Help them find zen with ikebana flower arranging classes
- Add some cheeky fun to Xmas with a boob pot pottery class
Festive music, gorgeous decorations aplenty and crisp weather perfect for cosy nights by the fire — the Christmas countdown is officially on. If you're looking for presents for mum or need a special treat for your partner, you’ll love our merry collection of Christmas gift experiences in London. Fun, social and perfect for all ages and skill levels, experiences like pottery workshops, cooking classes and flower arranging are guaranteed to draw ear-to-ear smiles on Christmas Day.
Looking for some festive fun in the heart of London? Look no further than our list of the top things to do this Christmas season! Whether you're interested in interactive cocktail making classes, Christmas craft workshops, or even learning a new skill like ceramic painting or sip and paint sessions, we've got you covered. And don't worry about those tough-to-shop-for family members or picky colleagues - we promise you'll find the perfect Christmas gift experience for everyone on your list. So why wait? Let's get into the holiday spirit and discover all the exciting activities London has to offer!
Check out a hands-on pottery workshop
If you need unique gifts for him this Christmas, why not surprise your loved one with a creative pottery workshop in London? Perfect for students of all skill levels, this two-hour pottery making experience in Shoreditch is a fun introduction to wheel throwing for beginners. Shopping for someone who famously gives things their all? If a single class might leave them wanting more messy fun, send your special someone on a six-week ceramics course instead. Over multiple sessions, they’ll learn to master a myriad of pottery making techniques, including hand-building, slip casting, slab building, sculpting and more. By the end of the class, they’ll be well-versed in the art of transforming homemade clay into handmade ceramics.
Surprise them with a flower market tour and bouquet workshop
On the search for blooming fabulous London Christmas present ideas? Send your nearest and dearest on a tour of the famous Columbia Road flower market, followed by a hand tied bouquet workshop using seasonal blooms. Perfect for mums, wives, girlfriends and siblings, this is one of the top gifts in London for her and is guaranteed to win serious brownie points. Class sizes are kept deliberately small, which means plenty of hands-on guidance and attention is available as they learn all about flower arranging in a chilled-out atmosphere.
Help them up their Insta game with a smartphone photography class
Have a budding travel photographer or Insta-obsessed bestie on your hands? Encourage them to pursue their passion with a smartphone photography class. No need for a high-tech DSLR camera. Everything you need to take part in one of the best Christmas gift experiences in London is in the palm of your hand, and there’s no shortage of inspiration in the capital. From the rainbow-coloured graffiti in Brick Lane to urban architecture in South Bank and King’s Cross — they’ll learn how to take good photos and snap all the top London attractions!
Treat their tastebuds with an Ethiopian cooking class
By New Year’s Eve, most people can’t face the thought of another turkey sandwich. This is where international cooking classes really step up. While Italian pasta making classes are always a hit, why not spice things up with Ethiopian cooking courses in Shepherd's Bush? If your friend loves to experiment with new flavours, ingredients and techniques, helping them learn to cook a delicious new dish is the perfect Christmas gift experience in London. Guided by pro chef Nazareth, they’ll master dazzling cooking skills and create a multitude of African dishes, including ‘injera’ a fermented flatbread, before washing it all down with a cup of strong Ethiopian coffee. The perfect antidote to eggnog!
Give the gift of creativity with paint and sip classes in London
If Christmas activities just don’t feel right without a glass of wine, you’ll love our creative collection of sip and paint workshops in London. Designed to teach you basic painting techniques and skills, these art classes are more about having fun in a relaxing studio than achieving perfection. Shopping for London gift experiences for two? Send the lovebirds in your life on a paint your partner class. These couple experience days in London are a great way to reconnect after a chaotic Christmas season — they might even discover a new hobby!
Looking for more creative workshops and craft classes in the capital this festive season? Find your creative bliss and enjoy Christmas in London with these money-saving activities!
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Unwind with a macrame plant hanger class
Looking for Christmas craft ideas that don’t involve pinecones, acorns and snowflakes? Give your Christmas list a bohemian spin with a macrame plant hanger class. A perfect gift experience for green thumbs, this craft class is a great intro to the art of macrame for beginners. Journey to Worcester Park in South West London and join in as you learn a new skill together to create your own beautiful macrame wall hanging. If you’re on the search for unique presents for women and want something special, a macrame workshop is sure to tick all the boxes.
Help them shake up a storm with a cocktail making class
Would it really be the holiday season without a cranberry gin fizz or a Christmas-inspired negroni? Rather than just sip delicious drinks with your loved one, learn to make them yourself with one of our cocktail making classes. Enjoy the social atmosphere of a vibrant bar as you tuck into tapas and learn how to make cocktails with the help of a brilliant bartender. If you’re looking for Christmas office party ideas or need stress-free team building activities, this is one of the top Christmas activities for adults in London.
Help them find zen with ikebana flower arranging classes
Despite all the fun of the festive season, all of the planning and present wrapping can get a little chaotic. If you think your loved one could use some relaxation, ikebana flower arranging classes are one of the best Christmas activity ideas to help them get creative. Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arranging and is all about finding balance and harmony. Just what most people need after a fast-paced December!
If you’re looking for Christmas gift experiences in London to enjoy with a crafty group of friends, unleash your inner nature lovers with an ikebana class. Like cocktail making classes, flower arranging workshops are also a great option for your work Christmas party. You’ll leave with your gorgeous floral arrangement to display at home and a newfound sense of Zen.
Add some cheeky fun to Xmas with a boob pot pottery class
While learning how to make a Christmas wreath is a great way to get into the festive spirit, sometimes it’s fun to get a little cheekier with your gift experience ideas. Cue this fun boob pot pottery making class. These tongue-in-cheek Christmas workshops are perfect for the lovely ladies (or gents!) in your life. They’ll learn how to work with homemade clay, build up the base of the pot and sculpt a beautiful set of boobs in a workshop that’s guaranteed to get a few giggles.
After the pots have been dried and kiln-fired, everyone gets to take home their very own handmade boob vase. This is one of the most unforgettable Christmas activities in London that’s sure to spark conversations for years to come.
If you're struggling to pick the perfect gift, don't worry - we've got you covered! Our experience gift vouchers are the ideal solution. Your loved one can take their time browsing through our amazing collection of London Christmas gifts and pick out something they've always wanted to try. It's the gift that keeps on giving!
