GET INTO THE FESTIVE SPIRIT WITH OUR PICK OF THE BEST SEASONAL ATTRACTIONS

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

14 November to 4 January (selected evenings) London’s most enchanting after-dark walk returns: a mile-long trail through the Royal Botanic Gardens that shimmers with light tunnels (right), fire garden

Gather your gang and and celebrate the season with a festive outing

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

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