Britain's Christmas and festive experiences

Head to Chester Cathedral to see this landmark transformed into a festive forest.

Unwrap unique gifts, shop local crafts and decorations, and sample the festive food and drink on offer at this family-friendly Christmas festival.

This award-winning light trail in the shadow of Cardiff Castle is a spectacle for all the senses.

From Santa's magical grotto to the twinkling lights of the funfair, cosy alpine cafe and ice rink, Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland has something for all the family.

Go ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ at this historic mansion and experience Yuletide in the Gardens too.

Delve deep into caves for a subterranean Christmas adventure filled with adventure golf and a hidden grotto.

Celebrate Christmas with afternoon tea on board, featuring festive cakes, sparkling wine and home-baked scones.

This year, Bamburgh has decked its halls in tribute to our favourite Christmas songs in its latest festive experience, A Christmas Carousel.

Set the scene for a noble Christmas at Warwick Castle. Take to the ice for an adventure around the castle grounds, and meet Santa!

Each holiday season, see the park illuminate with atmospheric tales from storytellers, candlelit carol concerts and wintery walks.

Glide into the festive season at Birmingham’s undercover ice rink at Centenary Square.

Glide around the Ice Rink and Ice Walk within the grounds of Cardiff Castle and stroll through the family funfair at City Hall Lawn.

Enjoy a Christmassy treat in the stately setting of Stirling Castle’s Great Hall.

Festive walking tours, wreath-making workshops and late-night shopping – it's all on the festive agenda in Lincoln.

Follow an epic light trail, get your ice skates on, and step into Cinderella’s world in the palace.

Test out your best balancing skills this winter in Bath as you embark on an ice-skating adventure at the Royal Pavilion.

Join Wallace and Gromit to celebrate the festive season at Leeds Castle.

Every day is Christmas Day at this year-round Christmas shop. 

All are welcome to experience the Christmas spirit at this iconic location through concerts and services, with Christmas carols, Midnight Mass and more.

Put on your skates and glide into Christmas with an extravagant Tudor building in the background, then relax with a warming sweet hot chocolate.

Experience The Making of Harry Potter on a whole new festive level, with spectacular decorations and displays.

This luxury food seller's window comes alive at Christmas, from enchanted forests to scenes from fairy tales – this is one London shop window not to be missed!

Marvel at the absolutely enormous tree that fills Trafalgar Square each year, attend the tree lighting ceremony or stay for the carol singers.

Lavish window displays and endless shopping in the capital’s longest-established department store.

Transforming one of London’s spectacular parks, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland offers a festive paradise in the heart of the city.

From Covent Garden to Carnaby Street, Oxford Street and more, embrace the festive season as you walk through London’s world-famous Christmas lights.

Festive afternoon teas, Christmas markets and wreath-making classes are all on the menu this festive season at Weston.

Experience Paddington’s world at Christmas, complete with a huge Christmas tree, festive lights and Christmassy treats from the bakery.