46 Christmas Unwrapped Days & nights out Family days out
From a Harry Potter Christmas tour at the Warner Bros Studios to an all time family favourite, the pantomime, Paul Eoin rounds up some of the best festive activities to enjoy
Harry Potter Christmas tours 17 November 2018 to 27 January 2019, North West London
Experience a Christmas in the world of magic and wizardry at the Warner Bros Studio Tour. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the Harry Potter fi lm series’ most iconic sets decorated for festive scenes. The Great Hall will be transformed, the Gryffi ndor common room will be dressed for the season and a blanket of fi lmmaking snow will be applied to the majestic Hogwarts castle model. Fans will also relish the opportunity to enjoy a spectacular ‘Dinner in the Great Hall’ on the 10, 11 and 12 of December. Book tickets in advance.
wbstudiotour.co.uk
Christmas Day swim Porthcawl
Burn off some of the extra calories you’ll undoubtedly have eaten during the festive period with a chilly dip in the sea. Events take place all over the country but Porthcawl is one of the biggest events of its kind in Wales, with over 1,000 people taking part each year, many in fancy dress.
christmasswim.org
The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead
You’re guaranteed a White Christmas at the Snow Centre. Experience the wintery joys of sledging down snowy slopes; riding down the Ringo Slide; visiting Santa’s Grotto and warming up with a glass of hot punch.
thesnowcentre.com
Saturday 3rd November 2018
Winterville
Thursday 15 November to Sunday 23 December, Clapham Common
A festive experience like no other, with DJs, comedy, magic, kids’ raves, Mexican wrestling and more. It’s impossible to list everything that will be taking place at Winterville but rest
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winterville.co.uk to book tickets.
Chiswick House After Dark Light Show Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 15 November to 30 December 2018, Chiswick, West London
Brighten up your winter evenings with a visit to
Chiswick House and Gardens, where a brand new night walk and light display is transforming the historic property and its grounds. A series of modern light installations will illuminate the 18th-century gardens and architecture, giving visitors the chance to enjoy the Gardens in a diff erent light, after dark. Finish off your walk with food and drinks inside the Walled Garden.
after-dark.co.uk
Pantomime Nationwide
It’s panto time again. Theatres across the country will be putting on shows that are sure to enthral children and adults alike. This year, highlights include Snow White at the London Palladium (starring Dawn French and Julian Clary); Cinderella at the Manchester Opera House (starring Gareth Gates, Les Dennis
and Connor McIntyre); Beauty and the Beast at the New Theatre, Cardiff (starring Lisa Riley and Gareth Thomas); and Peter Pan at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham (starring Joe Pasquale and John Challis).
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Christmas Tree Wonderland South coast festival trail A free festive trail is coming to Bournemouth from 16 November until 2 January 2019. Taking you on a journey through Bournemouth’s illuminated coastal villages, families can also explore memorable themed events and attractions.
christmastreewonderland.co.uk
Hampton Court Palace Celebrate Christmas in style The Garden Room plays host to Christmas lunches for parties of 50 or more, and Christmas dinners for larger groups. With a glass of bubbly, three-course menu, wine and mince pies, this is a memorable Christmas experience. Prices from £83-88. T: 020 3166 6507, E:
hamptoncourtpalaceevents@hrp.org. uk,
hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/ hire-a-venue
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Loro Parque & Siam Park Tenerife’s best attractions Loro Parque is an authentic animal embassy with a strong commitment to the conservation of wildlife and natural habitats that’s widely known for having the biggest collection of parrots worldwide. Siam Park is an amazing Thai- themed water park that’s been recognised by TripAdvisor as the best in the world for fi ve years in a row.
loroparque.com
siampark.net
The Royal Albert Hall Christmas performances This year’s festivities at the Royal Albert Hall will be bigger than ever! For seven performances from Friday 28 to Monday 31 December, the Birmingham Royal Ballet returns with its Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker. This production is the quintessential festive treat for the family.
royalalberthall.com/christmas
Christmas Gift Vouchers
This year you don’t even need to step foot in the shops to buy something really rather special! You can now purchase gift vouchers online for a range of luxury gift experiences at any of our hotels within the Eden Hotel Collection. We offer something for everyone!
VISIT:
WWW.EDENHOTELCOLLECTION.COM
/theedenhotelcollection
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