The most festive terraces and cosy igloos

Pictured top: The Bingham

A twinkling igloo is just the place for a Christmas gathering. Here’s our pick of the best. Plus, all the top festive pop-ups, perfect for a seasonal get-together.

Coppa Club

Coppa Club’s famous igloos are dotted all around London and Surrey. Enjoy views of the river from the Putney location or pop on up to the rooftop at Coppa in Cobham. Igloos seat up to eight and there’s a min spend of £25pp after 11.15am.

Peppe’s, Kingston

This much-loved neighbourhood spot has its garden decked out in fairy-lit igloos. Don’t miss the fantastic pizza here or choose one of the Sicilian specials. Igloos seat up to six and you can play your own music. Hire cost is £40 for a dinner session.

The Bingham, Richmond

These glamorous igloos on the riverside at The Bingham are a great spot for up to 10 friends and are available for private lunches and dinners through December.

Jimmy’s, Fire & Fromage, South Bank

Feast on an alpine dining menu with up to 10 at this top spot by the Thames where you can enjoy a fondue or a steak sharer. Min spend £450 to £650. Three courses £55. Pre-theatre £45.

Glide at Battersea Power Station

After gliding around the ice skating rink, you can book one of three private igloos where up to eight people can warm up in comfort, from £15 per person, each booking includes a welcome drink (wine, beer or soft drink) and private igloo hire for 90 minutes.

Aviary London

A pop-up residency with Monkey 47 Gin, feast on a fondue and chill with some cocktails, while you gaze out over the London skyline. Igloos seat up to eight and you can choose from a cheese or chocolate fondue – or both. Min spend, depending on group size.

144 On The Hill, Richmond

The hotel’s al fresco terrace has been transformed into a winter wonderland and will be open every Friday and Saturday evening for cheese and chocolate fondues. Snuggle up around the firepits among twinkling fairy lights.

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