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A giant snow globe is opening on top of the O2 Arena this Christmas

It promises to be the UK’s highest snow globe and have ‘fairytale-like falling snow and a whimsical winter set-up’

India Lawrence
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India Lawrence
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Giant snow globe on the O2
Photograph: Luke Dyson
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There are loads of wintery experiences in London every Christmas, but none of them have ever taken place 52 metres above ground level... until now. Introducing: ‘Snow Globe Climbs’ at the O2 Arena, an immersive experience that combines climbing to treacherous heights with all the festive fun. 

Strap on your Scarpas and get ready to clamber up to the UK’s highest snow globe. This winter the O2 will build a big snowy dome on its roof, open from November 22 to January 5. 

Daredevils visiting Up at The O2 will go on a guided climb over the O2’s roof, before stepping into the giant snow globe. The experience promises to have ‘fairytale-like falling snow, the sweet smell of cookies, and a whimsical winter set-up’, and you know how much we love the whimsy of the festive season. 

Up at the O2 snow globe experience in London
Photograph: Luke Dyson

Visitors will be allotted a maximum of 25 minutes in the globe, which should be just enough time to snap some shots for IG and scarf down a complimentary gingerbread cookie. There will also be bubbly and soft drinks available to purchase. 

Tickets start at £44 and are available to book online now

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