Kingston's Christmas Market has been dubbed as one of the "top festive destinations outside central London" by Instagram influencer Olga who uses her platform to share London's "hidden gems" and "hot spots".

In an Instagram post about Kingston's Christmas Market, Olga said: "Christmas in Kingston is pure magic and one of the top festive destinations outside Central London!

"From sparkling lights to riverside charm, Kingston is the perfect place to celebrate the season together.

"Wander beneath sparkling lights, snap magical photos by the giant reindeer and glowing KINGSTON sign, and soak up the atmosphere of the Christmas Market with handmade gifts, festive food and live music.

A light up sign of Kingston has been set up on the lawn of All Saints Church (Credit: Adam Price)

"Explore over 250 shops and entertainment spots, then warm up with festive dining and enjoy 25% off food at @sonnys_riverside on Wed & Thu via the InKingston app."

Sonnys is a rooftop bar in Kingston overlooking the Thames (Credit: Tilly O'Brien)

Kingston's Christmas market is running daily until 28 November (bar Christmas Day) in the Ancient Market Place.

Its stalls are open from 10am – 6pm from Sunday to Wednesday and 10am – 8pm from Thursday to Saturday with the stalls closing at an earlier time (5.30pm) on Christmas Eve.

Various stalls have been set up at the market (Credit: Tilly O'Brien)

However, the market's bar, food, and entertainment runs from 10am – 8pm on Sundays and Mondays, 10am – 9pm on Wednesdays, and 10am – 10pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays with an earlier finish of 8pm on Christmas Eve.