Wide view of Claridge’s lobby with Burberry Christmas tree, sweeping marble staircase and gold chess-piece sculptures.

Claridge's Christmas Tree 2025

We are delighted to unveil Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2025, designed this year by Daniel Lee, Chief Creative Officer of Burberry.

Standing proudly in the Art Deco lobby, the traditional 16ft tree brings together two illustrious British names in a celebration of craft, heritage and festive wonder.

Adorned with vibrant bows - a Victorian symbol of unity - crafted from surplus Burberry fabrics, the tree is richly dressed with wild foliage and thistle, Scotland’s national flower, in a nod to the house’s connection to the Highlands. Hanging brass bells inspired by Burberry’s Equestrian Knight Design and hand-blown glass baubles add thoughtful detail, while a gleaming gold crown sits atop the tree. At its base, oversized floor-standing chess pieces and cosy cushions create a playful and inviting scene.

Christmas is always the most magical time of the year at Claridge’s and this festive season we are honoured and delighted to welcome long-standing friend Daniel Lee into our lobby. We can’t wait to see what surprises are in store for the tree and look forward to seeing guests and visitors immerse themselves in the creative world of Burberry.

Claridge's Managing Director, Thomas Kochs

To continue the festivities, Burberry has created a dedicated Burberry Pop-Up at Claridge’s on the hotel’s ground floor. Echoing the spirit of the tree, the space showcases Burberry’s much-loved outerwear and accessories, including a curated Scarf Bar featuring cashmere and silk styles in an array of colours, patterns and Checks. A selection of gifting-ready pieces – from heritage rainwear to leather goods – completes the experience.

Claridge’s Christmas Tree 2025, by Daniel Lee for Burberry, will remain in the hotel lobby until Sunday 4 January, marking the beginning of the festive season in the capital for guests and visitors from around the world.


Claridge’s has always felt like home from the moment you walk through its doors, a true symbol of elegance and British heritage where I’ve enjoyed many special moments over the years. Being invited to design the hotel’s annual Christmas tree is a huge honour. I saw it as an opportunity to celebrate tradition and togetherness - expressing the season through vibrant colours and rich textures. Christmas is my favourite time of the year.

Daniel Lee, Chief Creative Officer for Burberry

Gold script reading “With love, Burberry and Claridge’s” on mirrored panel against red tartan walls.
Close-up of Burberry-designed Christmas tree at Claridge’s, dense with velvet ribbons, foliage and warm fairy lights.
Large sculptural gold chess knight in Claridge’s lobby, with blurred Burberry Christmas tree lights behind.
Red tartan-lined Claridge’s alcove with mirrored panels, cushioned bench seating and decorative sunburst clock.
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