Christmas at Bicester Village is a festive experience like no other, transforming the shopping destination into a winter wonderland. From twinkling fairy lights adorning every corner to beautifully decorated Christmas trees, the village exudes holiday cheer. Alongside its renowned collection of luxury and designer boutiques, Bicester Village offers special seasonal events, pop-up shops, and limited-edition collections that make holiday shopping even more exciting.
Shoppers can enjoy festive treats, warm drinks, and cozy seating areas, creating the perfect atmosphere for gift-hunting and indulgence. The village also features activities for families and children, making it a magical outing for everyone. With extended hours and enchanting decorations, Christmas at Bicester Village is an ideal destination for holiday shopping and celebrating the season in style.
The story begins with the first chapter, ‘The Gift of Christmas’, which focuses on the perfect gifts for everyone during the season, before turning the page to chapter two, ‘All Dressed Up’, which helps prepare visitors to put their best foot forward this social season.
The centre of this story, the third chapter, speaks to ‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’, with Bicester Village as the perfect backdrop for all the holiday magic. Chapter four, ‘Your Christmas Story’, is a chance for visitors to get creative with new pop-up experiences that will create picture-perfect moments, before indulging with the fifth chapter, ‘The Taste of Christmas’, which tantalises all the senses through new culinary experiences.
The sixth and final chapter, ‘Finishing Touches’, speaks to everyone’s shared experience of the season with Bicester Village as the definitive place in which to find those last-minute gifts and experiences.
This season, Bicester Village is introducing new and exclusive food and beverage options:
Get ski season ready with the Grey Goose x FarmshopAlpine terrace serving the perfect après. A sausage roll pop-up from the famous Cotswold Guy will also make its debut, offering delicious, locally sourced sweet and savoury treats.
Overindulge with family and friends in the form of the Ottolenghi Christmas Hamper providing the ultimate feast covering all bases from cakes, spices and cocktails. Pair with the newest book ‘Comfort’ from Yotam Ottolenghi with every copy in the shop signed by Yotam himself.
The first-ever Lindt Chocolate Bar will open its doors in the Bicester Village mall for the perfect sweet treat. Chocolate-drizzled profiteroles take over the Cecconi’s Piaggio accompanied by freshly barista-made coffee.
New for this year, the Village Workshop will become a one-stop shop for seasonal must-haves, with Coralie Bickford-Smith’s custom illustrations for the campaign bringing the space to life, as it offers guests the chance to purchase Bicester Village greeting cards, wrapping paper, free personalised ribbon and customisable santa sacks. A host of talented makers are set to share their unique style in the Village, with artists lined up to take over the space each week, ready to personalise guests’ purchases.
Key Event Dates;
2–8 DECEMBER: Illyboo Designs – exquisite baubles with a hand-painted name of your choice at no extra cost.
9–15 DECEMBER: The Lost Girls – a curated selection of napkins, stockings and ribbon with complimentary personalised embroidery.
16–22 DECEMBER: Illyboo Designs – complimentary calligraphy on name cards, gift tags and greetings cards.
A staple Bicester Village brand, Polo Ralph Lauren is on hand to provide the perfect gift for your loved ones this Christmas. A statement tree and beautifully designed window displays support exclusive holiday-themed collections so guests can pop down to purchase the polo shirt on everyone’s wish list this season.
As the holidays approach, Bicester Village will transform into a winter wonderland: Beautiful twinkling lights and enchanting snow canons will adorn the Village, hidden amongst a forest of trees. Enjoy live performances from carol singers and gospel choirs, filling the air with the sounds of the season.
Children and adults alike can send their Christmas wishes via our festive Letters for Santa. Every guest who posts a letter, with a donation of £1 per letter to our DO GOOD charities, will receive a personal reply from Santa himself, adding a touch of magic to the holiday season.
Find the full list of brands at BicesterVillage.com/en/shopping/brands and more about the Village at BicesterVillage.com.
Bicester Village
50 Pingle Drive Bicester Oxfordshire
OX26 6WD England
