London Christmas Lights Photo Walk: Southbank (Beginner Friendly)
Schedule
Tue Dec 23 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Southbank Centre Winter Market | London, EN
About this Event
Step into London’s festive riverside glow and learn how to capture beautiful Christmas photos — whether you’re using a phone or a camera.
This guided Christmas photo walk explores the Southbank Winter Festival and Thames-side lights, where you’ll learn how to photograph atmosphere, reflections, movement, and cosy festive moments in low light — all at a relaxed, enjoyable pace.
Led by a professional photographer, this experience is less about technical rules and more about learning to see, experiment, and create images you’re genuinely proud of.
📍 What we’ll photograph
We’ll follow a carefully chosen riverside route including:
- Southbank Centre Christmas tree & festive displays
- Southbank Winter Market — stalls, lights, food, details
- Queen’s Walk along the Thames — fairy lights + skyline
- Riverside viewpoints with reflections across the water
- Ending near Waterloo Bridge for night cityscape shots
📸 What you’ll learn
Along the walk, you’ll get hands-on guidance covering:
- How to shoot Christmas lights without blur
- Simple low-light settings for phones & cameras
- Composition techniques for night photography
- Using reflections, layers, and foreground interest
- Capturing movement, silhouettes, and festive details
- Creative prompts to help you shoot with intention
You’ll also take part in optional creative challenges designed to sharpen your eye — not overwhelm you.
🕒 What to expect on the day
- Meet your photographer and fellow walkers
- A short intro covering key photography foundations
- A relaxed photo walk with guidance throughout
- Time to shoot, ask questions, and connect
- Finish along the Southbank riverside
Total duration: approx. 2–2.5 hours
👥 Who this is for
✔ Beginners & improvers
✔ Phone or camera users
✔ Anyone who loves photography, creativity, or festive London vibes
This walk runs during the festive season only — once December ends, it doesn’t return.
- Tripods are optional (not required)
- For phone users, recommended apps and settings will be shared at the start
✨ Bonus
After the walk, you’ll receive a free digital Christmas photography guide to help you keep practising and improving.
📩 Questions?
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Where is it happening?
Southbank Centre Winter Market, The Queen's Walk, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 11.55 to GBP 42.96
