The Gherkin lays on Champagne and sparkle at sky-high winter pop-up filled with diamonds

This festive season Londoners can visit a luxurious winter wonderland in the sky as the top of the Gherkin is kitted out with snow, glitter and diamonds.

The 39th and 40th floors of the iconic building, usually available to members only, will open to the public for a series of lunches, dinners and Champagne afternoon teas throughout December.

The teas will feature finger sandwiches, cakes and pastries, macaroons and mince pies as well as a glass of Champagne.

What’s more, while most people will receive a fake diamond in their Champagne flute, one lucky diner each sitting will receive a real one to take home with them.

The afternoon teas will be held on 4, 11 and 18 December from 12.30-4pm, and cost £65 a person.

Diners can also book lunches and dinners on select dates between November 28 and January 1, while tickets for an exclusive New Year’s Eve party are selling for £290 a pop.

Book at searcysclubthegherkin.co.uk.

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