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

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

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

It’s tempting to throw all the money you can at making Christmas feel special. But don’t imagine you’re short-changing yourself if you try to make some savings. Seek out seasonal magic at local market

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

This is prime trekking country. It’s a joy to crunch snow underfoot on a bright winter-day walk – and find a snug pub amid the handsome towns and villages. In this official Dark Sky Reserve, on cold c