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December 27, 2012, 9:38 am -- /EPR NETWORK/ -- Christmas Eve in London is something every Brit should experience, say LondonTown.com. A spectacular assortment of events are ready and waiting to awaken the Christmas spirit in everyone and LondonTown.com has searched far and wide for its top Christmas Eve events. Here's our fantastic five.
Midnight Mass at St. Paul's Cathedral
What better way to celebrate Christmas than at St. Paul's Cathedral surrounding by candlelight, the Choir of St Paul's Cathedral and the Barbican Brass? This iconic and altogether breathtaking cathedral is the pride of London and a truly magical location to mark another Christmas.
Skate at Somerset Sun
There are fewer places more picturesque than Somerset House in winter when the giant courtyard is turned into a winter wonderland on ice. The 18 th -century building is the perfect backdrop for this seasonal activity. Celebrate finishing work early with some mulled wine, a warm mince pie and a skate around Somerset House.
Carol singing at Westminster Abbey
For families with young children who can't quite make it to Midnight Mass Service of Lessons and Carols at 4pm at Westminster Abbey is a great alternative. Once again Christmas spirit abounds with candles and carols in a beautiful historic location.
Last minute shopping at Southbank Centre Christmas Market
It wouldn't be Christmas without some last minute shopping, but do it in style at Southbank Centre Christmas Market. 70 wooden chalet-style stalls line the Thames between the London Eye and Waterloo Bridge selling everything from hand-made wooden toys to soaps, candles, ceramics, glass and ornaments. Refuel with tasty crepes, roasted nuts, hog roasts, sausages, mince pies, gingerbread hearts and Gluhwein (German mulled wine).
Scrooge the Musical
Charles Dickens would have been quite satisfied with Leslie Briscusse's musical. One of the most famous Christmas stories has been adapted for the stage at the London Palladium and Christmas Eve is the perfect time to reflect on the story's message and take a look into Christmases past, present and future.
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