Father Christmas smiled and waved 135m above the capital from the popular tourist attraction which reopened to the public last week.

Santa spreads Christmas joy from the top of the London Eye

The Christmas tree standing next to Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, which is given every year by the city of Oslo as a token of Norwegian gratitude to the people of London for their assistance during the Second World War.


The usual crowds will be absent as Covid restrictions mean things will be done differently this year.

Virtual lighting-up ceremony for Trafalgar Square Christmas tree

A Christmas Tree store owner says he feels "sickened" after more than 300 trees were stolen by thieves.

Thieves caught on camera stealing 300 Christmas Trees

The voice behind Disney’s Christmas advert has a Disney tale of her own. As a child Sarah Griffiths, professionally as Griff, dressed up as a Princess.

Meet Griff - Disney's singing star (who only left school a year ago)

Christmas lights across the West End of London have lit up to mark the beginning of the festive season.

Oxford Street Christmas lights celebrate Covid heroes

From angels to santas, Natalie Duvall and Alison Burton want everyone to feel included in the magic of Christmas.

Mother create range of black decorations for a more inclusive Christmas

Pictures show the branches of the tree looking a bit more sparse than usual, with one person labelling it the "most anaemic tree possible".

Is Trafalgar Square's Christmas tree looking thinner than usual?

A traffic expert has said he expects the M25 to be "at the top of the list" of the motorways suffering from the worst congestion on Friday.

Christmas getaway: Drivers should avoid 'frantic Friday'

In his message, the mayor reflected on the Grenfell fire and terror attacks of 2017, but praised London's ability to remain "hopeful".

Mayor praises emergency services in Christmas message

The station, which saw 44m people commuters use it in 2016/2017, will be transformed into a dining room complete with Christmas decorations.

Euston to become homeless shelter for 200 at Christmas

Christmas shoppers have hit central London for the first Sunday in December.

In pictures: Christmas shoppers hit central London

A viral Christmas song taps into frustrations caused by Dartford Toll crossing by venting on queues and delays to the tune of Jingle Bells.

Xmas Dartford song gets million views and chart release

Pop star Craig David has switched on the Oxford Street Christmas lights in front of thousands of revelers.

In pictures: Oxford Street Christmas lights switched on

Londoners have been trying to get commuters in the festive spirit by hanging mistletoe on the tube - and have even started a website

Londoners bring Christmas to the tube with mistletoe

By far and away the most environmentally friendly solution is to recycle. 

London Christmas