Christmas films for a winter evening in the UK

As part of our Winter Wellbeing series, we’re showcasing some recommendations for making the most of Christmas in the UK. Here are some scholar and staff suggestions for the best Christmas films to make the perfect cosy movie night in.

1. Love Actually (2003)

Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.

‘A film all about love at Christmas time!’ – Rudo Nondo, Zimbabwe

‘It captures different types of love and highlights the importance of second chances. Definitely one that takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions but the ending is so feel good. Love it!’ – Denise Lomuseche Kalisilira Phiri, Zambia

‘It’s is my all-time favourite Christmas movie. The film was shot in London and it shows so many different interpretations of what love is. The movie’s relatable and really fun to watch.

‘Ever since it was released in 2003, I have been consistently watching it every Christmas season. In fact, I just watched it last week. But this time, the movie became extra special because I watched it while I was actually in London! The movie locations are now familiar to me and it made me fall in love with London more, actually.