Is London closed on Christmas Day?

Re: Christmas in London, everything closed? The only day that you need to really worry about is the 25th, when almost everything will be closed. ALL large shops, offices, services, public transport etc are shut – the only things that are open are a few local convenience stores.

Do buses run in London on Christmas Day?

There is no public transport on Christmas Day. Public transport, including buses, trams, London Underground and London Overground trains, do run on Boxing Day, but on a reduced service. On Christmas Eve, public transport starts to wind down from early evening and there are no night buses.

Do trains run on Boxing Day?

Train services run as usual but may end a bit earlier on Christmas Eve. No train services run on Christmas Day. No train services run on Boxing Day, except for a handful of airport transfer services.

Is London open on Christmas Day?

Most London attractions are closed on Christmas Day, but some continue to open their doors at this special time of year: JW3 ice rink in north London is usually one of the city’s only ice-skating rinks open on Christmas Day. If you fancy a family walk, London’s Royal Parks remain open on 25 December.

Where is open on Christmas Day in London?

Pubs and bars open in London on Christmas Day

  • The Flask, Hampstead.
  • The Founders Arms, Blackfriars.
  • Horniman at Hays, London Bridge.
  • The Narrowboat, Angel.
  • The Pilot, Greenwich.
  • The Ship, Wandsworth.
  • The Spread Eagle, Camden.

Do I have to pay Congestion Charge on Boxing Day?

You need to pay a daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 07:00-18:00 Mon-Fri, 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day bank holiday (inclusive).

What can I do on Christmas Day?

18 Fun Things to Do on Christmas Day

  • Tour the Christmas Lights.
  • Watch a Christmas Movie.
  • Check out a Ballet Performance of ‘The Nutcracker’
  • Clean Up and Donate.
  • Make It a Themed Family Game Night.
  • Go Caroling.
  • Cook a Christmas Day Feast.
  • Go for a Nature Walk.

Are shops open on Boxing Day in London?

1. Re: shops open london boxing day? Yes, they will. Their opening hours may be restricted, but the ones on Oxford Street will be especially busy because they will have their after-Christmas sales.

What can we do on Christmas Day in London?

Enjoy a Christmas Day out in London You’ll spot iconic spots such as Tower Bridge, Houses of Parliament and Trafalgar Square. Sing along to carols as you sip on bubbly and munch on traditional Christmas lunch in London, on a Christmas Day river cruise and guided city tour.