New MINI will be marking the festive season with the launch of a gigantic Christmas tree sculpture on the river Thames. The massive construction will tower over many of the buildings flanking the river, and will provide London with a breathtaking new landmark over the Christmas season.The sculpture will consist of 12 life-size MINIs welded on to a steel ‘tree’ shaped structure. The 50ft tall, 20ft wide tree, will then sail up and down the Thames until January 2nd, on a barge specially customised for the purpose. The cars’ headlights will be fully illuminated creating a strikingly decorated ‘MINI’ Christmas tree.

On Wednesday 19th December Tower Bridge will be opening to allow the tree through on its maiden voyage.