A giant climbable art installation set against iconic Wembley Stadium where families write wishes that become part of the artwork. Free to join, unforgettable to experience.
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London's First Tree on Steps
Sit on them, climb them, wander through the colours and discover children's wishes hidden in plain sight. Every step is a little moment of magic waiting to be found.
(And yes, it's the perfect festive photo spot.)
Make memories that stick around
Your child's handwritten wish becomes part of this 30ft artwork, sitting alongside hundreds of other families' hopes and dreams. Created by London studio IWANT Design, the mural transforms Wembley Park's Spanish Steps - the route between Wembley Stadium and OVO Arena Wembley - into something you'll want to come back and see again and again.
How your child can add their wish to the tree
Turn your visit into a festive treasure hunt. Here's how to make your mark on the artwork:
1 - Pick up your wish kit at Guest Services
Head to Guest Services at London Designer Outlet (Level 1, next to Clarks) and grab your free metallic 'light' sticker and coloured marker. Choose your favourite colour from the range available.
Open Monday–Saturday 10am–8pm; Sunday 11am–7pm
2 - Write your wish
Help your child write their Christmas wish on the shiny sticker. What will they wish for?
3 - Find your matching circle
Walk down to the Spanish Steps (one minute from LDO) and turn it into a game – can your child climb the steps and spot an empty coloured circle that matches their sticker?
4 - Stick it down and make it official
Once they've found their perfect match, press the wish onto the tree. Done! They're now part of Wembley Park's festive masterpiece.
Plan Your Visit
The Wishing Tree lives on the Spanish Steps from 27 November 2025 to 5 January 2026, and it’s completely free to visit. Come for the views, stay to read the wishes and make festive memories you won’t find by looking at a tree behind a barrier.
This is Christmas, but make it interactive.
The Wishing Tree on Secret London
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What Makes the Wishing Tree Special?
- A giant Christmas tree you can walk through, climb and sit on
- Decorated with real handwritten wishes from children
- A living artwork that grows as more wishes appear throughout the season
- Free to visit- no tickets, no barriers, no fuss!
- One of London’s most unique festive photo spots
- Loved by families, schools and anyone who still believes in a little Christmas magic
Christmas at Wembley Park runs for six festive weeks from November 27, 2025, to January 4, 2026. The Wishing Tree is just the start! Explore festive markets, free films at BOXPARK, Santa's Grotto, immersive theatre, live music, and more across the neighbourhood.