All things bright and beautiful at festive events round the UK this Christmas

This Halloween season, explore some of Britain’s eeriest corners

October brings the first of the frosts, bewitching mist, the turning of leaves and a host of otherworldly visitors, finds John Lewis-Stempel

Some say that the mysterious Dunstanburgh Castle Walk is haunted by a spooky 16th-century knight, Sir Guy the Seeker. His ghost allegedly floats around Dunstanburgh Castle grounds searching for a lost

Operated by Living Heritage Country Shows, this fair plays host to over 250 stalls selling handcrafted items and gifts from artists and designers. There’ll be a range of food and drink, plus Christmas

ELF THE MUSICAL A joyous stage version of the beloved film, with Buddy’s journey to New York full of laughs, singing and festive magic. ✣ Tickets from £39.50; elflondon.com. 28 October 2025-3 January