In pictures: Claus encounters of the Santacon kind

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Monday 11 December 2017

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Every December thousands of decidedly pissed people in red embark on the ultimate Christmas pub crawl. Clad in Santa outfits, the merry participants of Santacon join a festive parade through London, giving out free hugs, singing carols and occasionally popping to the pub. Here are a few standout moments from 2017.

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Santa’s playing tennis during the North London Santacon #ldnsantacon #santacon @londonsantacon pic.twitter.com/zapyLr6mCv
— Ed Robertson (@occipitals_) December 9, 2017

Tower of London, Santas! #ldnsantacon pic.twitter.com/BabrgBcr8N
— East London Santas (@eastldnsanta) December 9, 2017

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Can’t wait for Christmas? Here are plenty of festive things to do in London this Christmas.

Alexandra Sims

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