Holiday Suitcase
PENINSULA LONDON
London Home of Christmas
Stylish Grandeur in the Heart of Belgravia - The Peninsula London is the Home of Christmas where memories are made to last a lifetime. Situated alongside Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch - The Peninsula London occupies one of the city’s most prestigious addresses. Newly built and impeccably designed to harmonise with the surrounding heritage buildings - the hotel is steps away from Kensington Gardens and other iconic attractions. Beginning November 16th, the hotel is dressed for the season with festive decorations, carols in the Courtyard and Father Christmas making a surprise visit. The festive program celebrates the spirit of giving with seasonal cheer for all the family. There are film screenings in The Cinema and gingerbread classes. The morning of November 29th, a European holiday tradition Christmas Tree Market comes to life in the Courtyard with tree sales and a festive food cart serving seasonal bites and warm drinks. Carols in the Courtyard begin on Sundays starting on December 6th, where carols fill the air and warm mulled wine or mulled apple are served with freshly baked mince pie.
T A S T E S
Holiday Treats
The Peninsula Sweet Shop: is a magical world of sugar and spice. A gingerbread house stands alongside a festive selection of sweets where guests can take their time choosing favourites to fill a box to share (or not). Hot chocolate is served in a signature chocolate or hazelnut flavour, with a dairy-free option also available.
The Lobby: festive dining in The Lobby beneath crystal chandeliers and a triple-height ceiling welcomes seasonal menus, leisurely lunches and a Festive Afternoon Tea that celebrates the traditions and flavours of Christmas with delicate pastries, savoury bites and sweet creations.
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The Peninsula Boutique & Café: is open to hotel guests and Belgravia locals alike with its enticing window displays and welcoming shopfront on Grosvenor Place. A collection of signature Peninsula fare - from artisanal chocolates hand-crafted by master chocolatiers to fine gifts for any occasion, alongside a menu of patisserie, viennoiserie, sandwiches and salads to enjoy in the shop or take home.​​
SOUNDS
New Year's Eve
Guests are invited to welcome 2027 in unforgettable style with a selection of New Year’s Eve celebrations at The Peninsula London. In The Lobby - an opulent set dinner menu will be accompanied by lively musical entertainment, dancing and a joyful countdown crowned with Champagne toasts. At Brooklands by Claude Bosi and the adjoining Brooklands Bar, guests can savour a splendid celebratory menu, artisanal cocktails and premium spirits - all complemented by one of the city’s most dazzling vantage points for viewing the New Year’s fireworks.​​​​​​​
EXPERIENCES
The Art of Automotive
A Day with Tuthill in Oxfordshire
A high-octane journey into the world of elite Porsche engineering. An exclusive full-day experience offers privileged access to Tuthill - globally renowned for its championship-winning rally cars and uncompromising bespoke builds. Reserved for guests of The Peninsula London, the day begins with a private, behind-the-scenes tour of Tuthill’s Oxfordshire workshop. Led by a senior team member, guests step into active build bays and fabrication areas to witness precision engineering, race-proven craftsmanship, and iconic machines brought to life. The experience continues with lunch at Aynhoe Park, a historic estate set in the Oxfordshire countryside - offering a refined pause after a morning immersed in performance and design. For those seeking more high-performance options -a simulator session with one of Tuthill’s racing partners delivers an adrenaline-fuelled extension, typically reserved for professional drivers.
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S I G H T S
Holiday Classics
​Belgravia Christmas Lights watch Belgravia’s elegant streets, from Elizabeth Street to Motcomb Street and Eccleston Yards - sparkle with thousands of twinkling lights.
The Belgravia Winter Market with sparkling lights, falling snow, Christmas music and a magnificent Christmas tree in Eccleston Yards - Belgravia Winter Market offers an enchanting seasonal experience. Wander through a charming winter market on Elizabeth Street, where 20 beautifully decorated Christmas chalets create a festive village filled with seasonal shopping, gifts and festive delights. Gather in Eccleston Yards for a festive sing-along accompanied by a live pianist and snap a selfie besides Moyses Stevens' beautifully decorated festive wreath - situated outside Summerill & Bishop at 58 Elizabeth Street.
Christmas Carols at Royal Albert Hall Kensington’s grand Italianate music hall is an iconic place to enjoy a Christmas concert. Classic carol-singing leads up to the week before Christmas - with the week of the big day, hosting 15 concerts of performances from Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, National Youth Choir, Royal Choral Society and British Imperial Military Band to various presenters and soloists.
​Harrods “Where the Stars Align” Harrods’ 2026 festive season will feature its first wholly self‑created Christmas campaign - “Where the Stars Align,” with a celestial façade, luxury brand windows and a range of in‑store experiences. From early November through January - a façade of 600 handcrafted stars, 4 km of gold leaf and 500 sets of fairy lights will illuminate the Knightsbridge store. The production takes 60 specialists and over 40,000 hours to create - including their festive holiday window displays showcasing creations from Schiaparelli, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Valentino, Balmain and Ralph Lauren.​
HOLIDAY SHOP
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