What’s on: smart seasonal picks worth leaving the house for

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

One of the many highlights for visitors to Cliveden in Buckinghamshire has always been the 80 acres of gardens, which encompass a geometric parterre, a maze, a water garden and the famous Long Garden

The most wonderful time of the year is (almost) here and we’re kicking things off with a visit to Skate at Somerset House. Ice skating is just the start – there are DJ sets, mince pie cookie cups, a S

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

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market To 24 December 2025 This Brummie behemoth is hailed as the largest Christmas market outside of Germany and Austria. Stalls are centred around New Street and Victo

Bug hotels and plants for pollinators: A beginners’ workshop Friday 14th November Are you passionate about supporting pollinator populations but feel you need more knowledge to be able to do this succ