Indulge in festive celebrations and magical days out

For those seeking a Christmas packed with entertainment, these spectacular activity ideas will ensure you have a festive season to remember. Discover exciting ways to make the most of the holidays, whether you’re embracing the great outdoors or gathering family and friends to enjoy seasonal experiences.

Experience Christmas at Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral

Join in the celebration of festive traditions both old and new at Canterbury Cathedral this Christmas. Discover special services and carols at one of the country’s most important — and most striking — places of worship, and see the story of Christmas etched in stone and magnificent stained glass.

Visitors can view the beautiful new Cathedral Nativity scene in the Precincts, join special events and child-friendly activities, and see beautiful decorations that are sure to get you in the festive spirit — also, don't miss the return of A Christmas Carol, which will be performed for two nights only. What’s more, Canterbury Christmas Market returns to the Cathedral grounds from 12 November, as well as elsewhere in the city.

Admission tickets are valid for a full year of discovery and kids go free every day (T&Cs apply). All services are free to attend.

Give the gift of live entertainment this Christmas

ATG

For the theatre-lover in your life, Christmas presents don’t get much better than this. ATG gift vouchers unlock access to over 10,000 live theatre, music and comedy shows annually at any ATG venue across the UK.

ATG is where to find tickets for everything from West End shows to local performances at 37 venues up and down the country. Valid for a full 12 months, they can be redeemed online for show tickets and even be put towards special treats like lounge access and food and drink to elevate the experience.

The value of the voucher can be set to whatever you desire and there’s a range of beautiful designs to choose from to make the gift totally personal. Whether it's a Christmas present, an anniversary treat or just because, ATG gift vouchers make the perfect present. Top that, Santa!

Book the best Christmas events and activities in London

DesignMyNight

Thinking about booking in your festive plans but not sure what to do yet? There’s still time. DesignMyNight is where to find a plethora of exciting goings-on across the city that make a day or a night with friends and family unforgettable.

From dinner overlooking Battersea Power Station followed by a seasonal screening of Home Alone, to sneaking festive drinks into London’s only prison bar, there’s a whole host of exciting and immersive things to do this winter — and it’s all bookable on designmynight.com.

The website hosts more than 3,600 bookable bars, restaurants, pubs and club nights, plus a staggering 10,000-plus events and experiences. DesignMyNight helps up to 3.9 million people each month find their next memory-making activity.

Feel the magic of a palatial stay in the Alps

Gstaad Palace

Set above Gstaad in the Swiss Alps, Gstaad Palace has welcomed guests since 1913. Akin to an enchanted castle in the sky, the five-star hotel combines Alpine character with refined, contemporary comforts. From the idyllic mountain views to the relaxed and stylish atmosphere of the restaurants and bars, the palace feels like the setting for a fairytale.

Here, you can spend your days out on the slopes, before retiring to the Palace Spa for a soothing treatment with plant-based remedies. The hotel’s culinary offering ranges from exquisite fine dining at Le Grand to impressive open-kitchen rotisserie at Le Grill and fondue or raclette in La Fromagerie, housed in a former gold-storage bunker.

For a more remote Alpine experience, guests can spend a night or two in the Walig Hut, a 1,700m-high former Alpine dairy that will have you feeling as though you’re a world away from reality.

Gift a loved one inside access to one of the biggest endurance races in the world

24h-lemans

There are races you watch, and then there are races you live. Held annually at the Circuit de la Sarthe in France, 24 Hours of Le Mans is the race where cars race continuously for 24 hours. Each car is shared by a team of drivers, with the winning team being the one that covers the greatest distance in the 24-hour period.

In 2027, you can experience the 24 Hours of Le Mans race from the inside with an official hospitality experience. From the first light of dawn to the heart of the night, feel the emotion of endurance racing and share the passion that makes Le Mans so special — with a range of VIP experiences including fine dining, exclusive views and behind-the-scenes access.

Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or just discovering the event for the first time, make it an unforgettable moment to remember and experience with a loved one.

Head out to see White City transformed for festive celebrations

Television Centre

The Winter Hideout returns to Television Centre this November and December, transforming the Forecourt in White City into a cosy retreat, set beneath the festive glow of the Christmas tree. Television Centre is more than offices and studios — it’s an open hub for creativity, culture and community, and the Winter Hideout brings that creative spirit to the Christmas season.

Opening to the public on Thursday 19 November, the event includes Friday-night vinyl sessions with Reconnect LDN, comedy nights featuring award-winning names including Thanyia Moore, and DJ sets every Wednesday and Thursday, alongside The Broadcaster bar and T&T Markets street food.

A highlight is the Draw Me Christmas: Festive Portraits stand, where visitors can share three things about a loved one with an emerging artist who then creates a bespoke illustrated Christmas card — the perfect seasonal memento.

Listen to your favourite Christmas tunes in crisp audio quality

Pure Audio

Whether you’re heading out or hosting, Christmas calls for good vibes and good music. But don’t let the sound quality ruin the energy of your party. Pure creates stylish and intuitive audio products that are designed to bring great sound into the home. It puts the listener first, delivering great sound at a price that feels accessible.

If you’re after something retro, try the Pure Bloom portable radio. Tailored to active listeners and style enthusiasts, it combines crystal-clear DAB+ and traditional FM tuning with advanced Bluetooth 5.3 wireless streaming. It may be small, but it packs a punch with a 10W speaker and an integrated passive radiator, delivering rich, full-bodied sound whether stationed on a bathroom shelf or taken out to the garden.

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