It's unlikely we need to remind you of just how awkward it is watching someone open your unquestionably ill thought out gift. "Oh, a 'personalised mop with phone holder'? How did you, err, how did you know?'". We've all been there. So forget boring presents and inspirational-quote-laden-tut this year, we've got a sleigh-load of awesome London experiences, just perfect for a Christmas gift with a difference. From brewery tours to alfresco cinema, secret comedy nights to titillating burlesque experiences; check out our selection of Christmas gift ideas for 2018 right here.
(Click through on each gift for full terms and availability options).
Last updated on 20th August 2018
@ Crate Bar & Pizzeria on Thu, 2nd Jun 2016 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
If you've got a beer-lover to buy for, then this is the ultimate gift. Along with a tour of East London's CRATE brewery, they will sample plenty of craft beers, learn more about the brewing process and munch their way through sharing platters.
21 events @ 6 venues with 21 upcoming dates from 20 Aug 2018 until 19 Dec 2018
@ Meet inside the Marquis of Wellington Pub on Every Saturday
For an experience perfectly suited to those who love everything about beer, take them on the Bermondsey Microbrewery Craft Beer Tasting Tour to peak behind the curtains of the process that goes into making their favourite drinks. Visit four different breweries, gaining a complimentary drink in each, and even getting one to take home at the end. Tickets are a sweet £40pp.
@ Drink Shop & Do on Wed, 1st Nov 2017 - Sat, 1st Dec 2018
Drink, Shop & Do are saving you this Christmas as they release gift vouchers; nab one for the person who has everything as they can be used against a whole range of fun, from craft workshops to bottomless brunches.
@ Sky Garden Bars on Mon, 1st Jan 2018 - Sun, 31st Mar 2019
Treat a good friend or family member to one of London's best luxury experiences with this amazing Sky Garden voucher. Valid across all Sky Garden bars and restaurants it's a perfect Christmas gift idea.
@ Royal Victoria Dock on Thu, 1st Feb 2018 - Mon, 31st Dec 2018
If you want to give a gift they'll never forget, send them on one of these Seabreacher crafts. Shaped like a killer wale, the craft speeds in and out of the water at up to 60mph, you'll never look at the Thames the same way again.
