Spirit of Christmas Fair 2018, Kensington Olympia

Forget panicked dashes down Oxford street, laden with bags of generic, mass-produced gifts. Get a head start on Christmas shopping, find festive inspiration and discover an array of talented designers and makers at London's Spirit of Christmas Fair.

Browse the selection of 800 specially-selected independent boutiques, where you'll find decorations, clothing, toys and gifts to delight even the trickiest of customers. Instead of the stress of high street retail, the fair brings festivity and fun to the Christmas shopping experience.

Whet your appetite for Christmassy delicacies at the Food Hall where artisan producers and winners of the Great Taste award have created some delicious festive treats to buy and sample. Start stock-piling all those little touches that make Christmas dinner feel extra special with the selection including chutneys, preserves, liquors, chocolates, cheeses, olive oils and cakes. Then toast your efforts at the champagne bar. Last but not least, get creative in a range of work shops where you can make wreaths, decorate cakes and up your gift-wrapping game.