Winter terraces in London and Surrey

Winterland, Fulham

There are several cosy areas you can book at this fun Alpine-themed spot by the river, from the lodges and Ski Lift Bubble to the Forest Igloos and the Bavarian Tent. Enjoy mulled wine around the firepit after some fun on the arcade games. (Pictured top)

Bingham Riverside’s Winter Garden, Richmond

Book a luxurious igloo for up to 10 people at this riverside retreat. The igloos are particularly fabulous at sunset while you sip on Champagne and enjoy canap​és.

Coppa Club, Putney

This newcomer to Putney Riverside will be offering its iconic igloos, making it the perfect spot for mulled wine this festive season. The menu includes the likes of Wagyu burgers and halibut kiev.

144 On The Hill

A festive Winter WonderLounge is being launched later in November on its alfresco terrace. There will be a savoury and a sweet fondue, with sharing dishes to dip, for tables of two to eight. Winter WonderLounge will be open every evening, weather permitting, with fairy lights, heaters and blankets.

Peppe’s Kingston

This much-loved Italian has a covered outdoor terrace complete with three gorgeous igloos – and is the place to go for incredible, crispy and delicious pizzas.

The Petersham, Covent Garden

Head to a hidden heated and covered courtyard for a warming winter aperitivo, while you stay warm wrapped in blankets under the twinkling festoon lighting, surrounded by the seasonal wintertime wild foliage and festive décor.

The Leather Bottle, Earlsfield

The Leather Bottle pub in Earlsfield will transform its outdoor space into a winter garden filled with heated huts, in which to catch up with friends and family.

Après Ski Terrace at The Refinery Bankside

Fairy lights and glittering trees adorn The Refinery Bankside’s Après Ski Terrace, complete with faux fur blankets to snuggle under and a tequila bar to keep away the winter chill. Dine on grazing plates, steaks and pies. There’s also a gondola, bookable for up to four people for drinks.

Ski Lodge at The Montague, Bloomsbury

For an evening of festive fun, The Montague’s famous Ski Lodge is decked out with pine trees, falling snow, reindeer, snowmen and fairy lights. The bar serves up Schnapps and flavoured vodkas along with candied pecans and hot spiced cider.

Sabine, St Paul’s

Catch up with friends at one of two outside terraces, all decorated for the festive season. There are heaters, blankets and seasonal cocktails such as the ‘Sabine Sleigh’, along with sharing plates.

Mariage Frères’ tea terrace, Covent Garden

The luxury French tea emporium will be opening its Terrasse de Noël, complete with an al fresco winter terrace on Covent Garden’s King Street aglow with decorations along with a snow cannon and reindeer! Enjoy mulled wine before delights such as a Croque Mariage: smoked salmon in turmeric bread sprinkled with sesame green tea and the Mariage Frères mince pie, infused with Christmas Cake Tea and topped with torched citrus meringue.

Sky Garden’s Winter Bar

Take in incredible views of London from the this winter wonderland. Pop in for a glass of Moët & Chandon at The Sky Pod, located 35 levels above The City, and City Garden Bar on level 36, and enjoy DJ nights and sing-along sessions.

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