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’Tis the season, so embrace the glitter, brace for the cold and revel in festive cheer with these dazzling events to see you through this year and into the next
‘Glow Wild’, Wakehurst Kew
For a rustic twist on the usual overly commodified Christmas trail, Wakehurst’s ‘Glow Wild’ is the perfect choice. Tours start at dusk (bookings are from 4:30pm) and take you through the botanical gardens, which are brought to life with beautifully hand-crafted lanterns and captivating light installations created by leading artists. 23 November-1 January 2024 (kew.org).
Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink
Time to get your skates on and head over to Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor rink. Situated in front of the historic Tudor palace and close to the banks of the river Thames, the rink is imbued with a special charm that makes gliding across the ice all the more magic. Until Sunday 7 January 2024 (hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk)
‘Small Spaces in the City’, Roca London Gallery
Interdisciplinary designer Clare Farrow has created Roca London Gallery’s current show. Drawing on her expertise on the future of living, it uses models, illustrations and films to investigate how designers from London to Tokyo have imaginatively reacted to one of the most pressing housing dilemmas of our times: shrinking spaces. Until 27 January 2024 (rocalondongallery.com).
Eurostar Snow
Skiers and snowboarders will delight in this season’s snazziest transport addition, the Eurostar Snow. Board the train at St Pancras International in London and hop off to start your wintry adventure in Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-Les-Bains, Bourg-Saint-Maurice or Aime-la-Plagne. 16 December4 February 2024 (eurostar.com).
Last chance to see: ‘Tartan’, V&A Dundee
This seminal show charts the fabric’s rebellious journey, from humble highland craft to symbol of national pride and identity. More than 300 objects are on display, celebrating tartan’s influence across fas
