CHANGING FACES

The Royal Exchange has seen many different uses throughout its extraordinary history JournalHeader_ChangingFaces

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Gavin Turk

The Young British Artist on vegan Christmas pudding, socks and night walks in London Grid_GavinTurksmaller

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 24

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Vanessa Vallely

The founder and managing director of WeAreTheCity explains why Christmas is all about food and traditions, and tells us about her duties as the Pearly Queen of the City of London Grid_VanessaValleley

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 23

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BOTTOMS UP!

Sam Trevethyen, head of beverage training and development at Grind café bar, reveals what it takes to make a perfect Christmas Eve tipple Grid_ExpertsGuideOldFashioned

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 22

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: CHRIS BEASTALL

The editor of Ape To Gentleman on the myriad benefits of mulled wine, Boxing Day raft races and the butterfly effect of Christmas good cheer Grid_ChrisBeastall

Style icon gift guide

Stand out from even the most stylish crowds with these statement accessories Grid_GiftGuideStyleIcon

10 REASONS TO VISIT FORTNUM & MASON AT THE ROYAL EXCHANGE

There are many reasons to pay Fortnum’s City outpost a visit, but allow us to relay the 10 most important ones… JournalHeader_ReasonsToVisitFortnums

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 21

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Ewan Venters

The CEO of Fortnum & Mason, Ewan Venters, on magical Christmas memories, watching The Wizard of Oz, and never, ever wearing a Christmas jumper Grid_EwanVenters

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 20

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Gurj Sohanpal

The founder of men’s fashion and lifestyle blog Singh Gentry on getting into the festive spirit, listening to Wham! and giving back at Christmas Grid_GurjSohanpal

SWEET DREAMS

Annabel Lui, co-founder of Cutter & Squidge bakery, on reimagining the traditional Christmas cake to delight all the family Grid_ExpertsGuideCakeDecorating

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Briony Dixon

The general manager at City of London Distillery on drinking gin on Christmas Day, waiting for Father Christmas and taking the time to listen to others Grid_BrionyDixon

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 19

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: GILES DEACON

The celebrated British couture designer on buying and wrapping gifts, and the magic of spending Christmas in the city Grid_GilesDeacon

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 18

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TABLE TALK

Interior designer Martin Brudnizki on adding a unique flair to your Christmas table Grid_ExpertsGuideTableSetting

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 17

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Pretty Little London

Andrea and Sara from online guide Pretty Little London share their favourite parts of the festive season Grid_PrettyLittleLondon

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 16

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Laura Scott

The endurance cyclist on speed-wrapping, a festive case of chickenpox and a very special Christmas jumper Grid_LauraScott

Minimalist gift guide

Less is more with these beautifully crafted pieces characterised by timeless, minimal design Grid_GiftGuideMinimalist

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: JONNIE FIELDING

The 'Bowl of Chalk' London tour guide on peppermint icing, brown paper packages and The Muppet Christmas Carol Grid_JonnieFielding

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 15

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: DYLAN JONES

The editor of British GQ on wanting Christmas to last as long as possible, taking gift wrapping seriously and catching the latest musical every year Grid_DylanJones

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 14

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DECK THE HALLS

Interior designer
 Jo Hamilton on adding a touch of charm and elegance to Christmas decorations Grid_ExpertsGuideDecorating

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 13

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Sadie Morgan

The architect and co-founder of dRMM shares her Christmas memories and traditions, and tells us why it’s always a family affair Grid_SadieMorgan

WHAT’S INSIDE THE ROYAL EXCHANGE

  A meeting place for the modern city, our historic home is many things to many people Grid_What'sInsideTRE

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: Richard Biedul

The model and creative director (and former City lawyer) on his favourite Christmas puddings, jumpers, films and more puddings… Grid_RichardBiedul

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 12

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Globetrotter gift guide

Whether staying close to home or exploring a new destination, evoke wanderlust with these adventurous gifts Grid_GiftGuideGlobetrotter

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 11

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: ANNA MURPHY

The Times’ fashion director shares her favourite Christmas traditions and memories Grid_AnnaMurphy

Advent Calendar Competition: Day 10

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: DAVID LINDO

The author and London Wildlife Trust ambassador on panic buying, mince pies and tin foil wrapping paper Grid_DavidLindo

PEN TO PAPER

Lynn Serfaty, managing director of Montblanc UK, describes what makes a handwritten card so special Grid_ExpertsGuideCardWriting

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: JACQUELINE ONALO

The founder and director of leadership development organisation JOLT International, on Christmases in Kenya, feasting on samosas and mandazi and a very unconventional Christmas jumper Grid_JacquelineOnalo

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 9

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: PAUL HUGHES

The director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, and BBC Singers, on hunting for hidden presents, ham sandwiches for breakfast and his family’s Christmas movie mystery Grid_PaulHughes

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 8

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Small wonders: STOCKING FILLERS

For gifts that are small but perfectly formed, The Royal Exchange is home to an inspiring selection of stocking fillers Grid_StockingFillers

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 7

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: LILAH PARSONS

The radio DJ and TV presenter on what Christmas means to her, and why she is known as the master wrapper Grid_LilahParsons

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 6

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: ARIYON BAKARE

The Good Omens and His Dark Materials actor on dressing up, spreading love and goodwill, and boozy Christmas cakes Grid_AriyonBakare

Eco-warrior gift guide

Gift and give back with these thoughtful presents helping to make the world a better place Grid_GiftGuideEcoWarrior

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: JODIE CARRIS

The founder and creative director of Self Space on her earliest festive memory, dressing ponies as reindeer and her desire for Penhaligon’s candles Grid_JodieCariss

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 5

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: DR MIRANDA BRAWN

The founder and CEO of The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation on silk pyjamas, helping the homeless and her elusive Christmas jumper Grid_MirandaBrawn

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 4

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: CHARLEY BOORMAN

The TV presenter, adventurer and travel writer on receiving his first set of two wheels, wrapping presents and post-dinner memory games Grid_CharleyBoorman

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 3

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SAY CHEESE!

Katie Joseph, fresh food and deli buyer at Fortnum & Mason, shares the secrets behind putting together a delicious festive spread Grid_ExpertsGuideCheeseboard

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 2

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PEOPLE OF THE CITY: BETH RIGBY

The journalist and political editor at Sky News on co-ordinated gift wrapping, making festive chutney and why she has to have two Christmas trees Grid_BethRigby

Dress to impress: Party Season Accessories

Mariya Dykalo, creative director of Aspinal of London, gives her tips on dressing for the Christmas-party season Grid_PartyAccessories

PEOPLE OF THE CITY: DAVID GANDY

The supermodel and entrepreneur on his favourite Christmas traditions and his Aerodrome range for Aspinal of London Grid_DavidGandy

ADVENT CALENDAR COMPETITION: DAY 1

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What’s on this December

The Christmas countdown has commenced and the festive activity at The Royal Exchange this month is guaranteed to delight the senses Grid_What'sOnDecember

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

Whether it's the Christmas party or a catch-up with friends, The Royal Exchange is the perfect meeting place Grid_EatDrinkBeMerry

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Illustrator and artist Karan Singh on how his colourful art installation at The Royal Exchange reflects the vibrancy of London Grid_KaranSingh

The Royal Exchange Presents: The Christmas Choir Series

Four choirs, Four weeks, one incredible venue.  The Royal Exchange’s stellar line-up of choirs is sure to get you into the festive spirit in the lead up to Christmas Copy of LMGC-109

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Enter our Advent calendar competition to win a luxury gift from one of our boutiques every day in the lead-up to Christmas Journal_CountdowntoXmas

Christmas in The City

The countdown to Christmas officially begins on Wednesday 20 November, as Downton Abbey actress, Joanne Froggatt switches on The Royal Exchange Christmas tree lights Grid_TreeLighting

MAID OF HONOUR

Downton Abbey actress and Golden Globe-winner, Joanne Froggatt on The Royal Exchange, seasonal traditions and Christmas at Downton Grid_JoanneFroggatt

Early Christmas Gifting: Icons of Style

When it comes to the perfect Christmas present, classic good taste never goes out of fashion Grid_IconsofStyle
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