Photos: London's magical Christmas lights switch on for 2024 festive season

London's iconic streets, including Oxford Street and Carnaby Street, have switched on their dazzling Christmas lights, marking the start of the festive season.

Sparkly season has officially landed in London!

This week several of the city’s iconic streets turned on their Christmas lights - much to the delight of locals and visitors alike.

Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Regent Street, and St James’ are among the London locations that have entered the festive spirit.

These busy shopping locations are hoping their spectacular light displays will draw in shoppers throughout the festive period.

Elsewhere in the city, Hamleys has unveiled its annual Christmas window display. St Pancras International is showing off its Wicked-themed Christmas tree and Battersea Power Station ice rink has officially opened for business.

Scroll through our photo gallery below to see some of London’s most iconic streets in all their twinkling glory!

You can find a list of all the Christmas light switch-ons to come by clicking here.

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