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

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

121 BRILLIANT BUYS! Hat, £12.99, reserved.com Scarf, £12.50, Matalan Earrings, £15.99, Mango Pyjamas, £22, sizes 8-24, George at Asda Top, £40, sizes 8-32, JD Williams Dress, £26, sizes 8-22, Matalan

Skip the ballot and get ready for Pimm’s, strawberries and show-court magic on this short break

8 NOVEMBER SATURDAY

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