Christmas

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TV 

Forget the tree, forget the parties, forget the dinner – Christmas is all about the TV. From Luther series 5 to a non-musical Les Miserables, here's what we know

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TV 

In this new Ghost Story for Christmas, The Dead Room follows a veteran radio actor (Simon Callow) who hears phantom bumps in a soundless studio

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TV 

The Dead Room, a new chilling ghost story from Mark Gatiss, is a spooky highlight in the Christmas TV listings. We talk to Gatiss and the cast

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Festival 

Wondering where to go to see out 2018? From glossy parties to underground raves, here are some of the most exciting ways to spend New Year's Eve in London

In The Know

Themes 

Founder and Editor of Culture Whisper, Eleonore Dresch, shares the luxury brands and innovative services on her Christmas wish list

In the Know

Netflix 

From Miracle on 34th Street to Deck the Halls, Netflix and Amazon Prime are full of Christmas treats. Have yourself a Merry little Christmas with our top picks

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Kids 

The sweetest, silliest panto in town gets an all-female update as a trio of comics attempt to play 40 different parts

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Shopping 

We round up the loveliest pop-up charity shops, designer collaborations and appeals to donate to this Christmas

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Kids 

Get your skates on: the new Television Centre ice rink is the latest place to glide in London

In The Know

Best of 

London museum gift shops are unexpected sources of treasure. We round up the best in the capital

Tried and Tested

Food & Drink 

The Culture Whisper team took part in a blind Christmas sandwich taste test. 2018 offers all the classics and some welcome surprises – here's what we thought

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Classical Music 

The Glory of Christmas is back to spread the classical Christmas cheer at the Barbican Hall – featuring the likes of Handel, Schubert, and David Willcocks

In The Know

Shopping 

From fashionable to funny, these are the best Christmas jumpers to rock this festive season.

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Themes 

Plan yourself a merry little Christmas. From a splendid Scrooge to the funniest pantomine: London Theatre shows to book now

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Best of 

This December, Netflix is awash with movies from both sides of the cinematic spectrum. From Andy Serkis's Mowgli to Alfonso Cuaron's ROMA, here are our top picks

In the Know

Lifestyle 

From the much-loved igloos making a return, to a new Christmas-themed cocktail den, we round up London’s festive pop-ups worth getting excited about this winter

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Beauty 

Here’s our lowdown of the luxury beauty advent calendars, (including all the goodies you get inside), landing Christmas 2018

In The Know

Lifestyle 

From choosing a theme to changing up your aperitif, here’s our guide to throwing a quirky dinner party

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Classical Music 

Christmas music for every time of day, two minutes from your shopping in Sloane Square. Top artists, rising stars and ensembles large and small celebrate the season

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Lifestyle 

Embrace the spirit of giving with London's Christmas charity events and volunteering opportunities

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Design 

Diane von Furstenberg's Claridge's Christmas Tree draws inspiration from ancient astrological traditions and celebrates love and life

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Kids 

The pop-up Christmas market at the Geffrye Museum offers a gleaming assortment of handmade morsels you won't want to miss

Tried and Tested

TV 

Sure, it's a good song, but Elton John better be ready for some company this year. From VISA to Burberry, Heathrow and Sainsburys, every Christmas advert worth watching in 2018

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Cinema 

The CW round-up of the best Christmas film screenings and immersive experiences in London: find the ultimate night in when you're going out this festive season

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Lifestyle 

We round up the brightest and most beautiful Christmas lights London has to offer

In The Know

Design 

Celebrate with a bang: our top ten luxury Christmas Crackers, 2018

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Classical Music 

From 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' to Handel's 'Messiah', this week of seasonal music has something for everyone

In the Know

TV 

Elton John performs Your Song in this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, and moves through the key moments of his life

Things To Do

Festival 

Twinkling lights, hand-made decorations and steaming mugs of mulled wine: we round-up the the best Christmas markets London has to offer this winter

In the Know

Lifestyle 

Singles and romantics alike, the city has plenty going on to impress you this season. It's time to organise a winter date in London

In The Know

Best of 

From the ultimate festive ballet to the finest winter treats, your guide to the most indulgent (but not always expensive) things to do at Christmas in London

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Kids 

The Grinch from Illumination and Universal is one of the biggest children's films of the year – and it won't disappoint those big or small with a huge heart