If you’re looking for a cozy Christmas spot right in the heart of London, then look no further than St. Martin-in-the-Fields’ pop-up Winter Bar. From the 25th of November until December 31st, you can make your way to The Winter Bar for festive drinks and delicious pizza.
Situated in St. Martin’s Courtyard, behind London’s emblematic St. Martin-in-the-Fields, The Winter Bar is the perfect spot for those looking to have a good time in central London, without being surrounded by swarms of people.
The historic church of St. Martin’s has a long-standing reputation of being a vibrant hub of creativity and community engagement, especially during the Christmas period. From its iconic choral, Baroque and carol concerts to its family-friendly gingerbread decorating workshops, St. Martin’s is one of the top go-to places for Christmas festivities in London. The Winter Bar is returning this Christmas as the newest addition to the celebrations.
The location is very easy to find, but if you’re not too familiar with central London and you’re using a maps app make sure to look for St. Martin-in-the-Fields, not St. Martin’s Courtyard in Covent Garden.The venue itself is fully accessible, both the main bar and the toilets right next to it.
Built to resemble a glass orangery on the outside and with the interior design hinting towards rustic alpine aesthetic complete with Christmas trees and fairy lights, visiting The Winter Bar is bound to put you in a festive, cheerful mood. The space is furnished with wooden “picnic” tables, making it ideal for families, large groups of friends, or even office Christmas parties.
The bar offers a very inspired array of festive cocktails, including their signature Christmas Spritz -with Aperol, sparkling wine, bitters, ginger and rosemary- as well as a fiery Spicy Margarita, which will no doubt warm you up! If you’re looking for something non-alcoholic, you can choose from their selection of soft drinks or try their festive hot chocolate with marshmallows. If you want the best of both worlds, you can even add a little something extra to your hot chocolate (Santa doesn’t need to know).
The venue also offers a selection of pizzas, which are served piping hot. The star of the show is definitely their Christmas special one, with chicken, dried cranberries and brie, which might sound counter-intuitive, but this classic Christmas combination absolutely works on pizza (and was even approved by the Italian of the group)!
Whether you’re looking to unwind after a shopping spree, seeking refuge from the frosty weather after exploring the city, or simply in need of a delightful pre-theatre experience, the lovely staff at The Winter Bar have got you covered. What makes this place even more special is that a portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting St. Martin’s ongoing efforts to aid and create opportunities for the homeless and vulnerable members of the community. So, embrace the Christmas spirit and grab a drink while making a difference.