Festive London: Ten amazing pictures of the capital at Christmas through the decades

We’ve taken a trip back through our archives to highlight the best of London at Christmas through the decades.

For anyone celebrating Christmas in London - or enjoying the run up to the festive season in the capital - certain sights and sounds are world famous.

From West End theatre shows and Hamleys toy shop to the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree and Oxford Street’s decorations, there are so many incredible seasonal moments to enjoy.

But London has looked very different over the years.

We’ve taken a trip back through our archives to highlight the best of London at Christmas through the decades.