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Christmas

For so many, Christmas is the most magical time of the year. For some, it’s celebrating the birth of Christ. For others, it’s a time of coming together, giving and receiving. However you celebrate Christmas, we have some great ideas to get you into the festive spirit – from the best UK Christmas markets to the best Christmas markets in Europe.

If you’re looking to visit Santa this year, we have 100+ Santa’s Grottos in the UK. Visiting London at Christmas? We have some great ideas for things to do in London at Christmas with kids, including a guide to the best Christmas markets in London.

However you celebrate Christmas, we hope you have a happy and healthy one!

Child at one of the Christmas markets in Essex.

The Most Festive Christmas Markets In Essex 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
The festive season is approaching and one of the most fun things to do to get into the Christmas spirit is to visit one of these Christmas markets in Essex.
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October 4, 2021
Rochester Christmas Market

The Most Festive Christmas Events In Kent 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
There are so many fabulous Christmas events in Kent to choose from. Here are the most festive things to do in Kent to get you into the festive spirit.
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October 1, 2021
Santa visiting children on Christmas Eve.

The Best Christmas Events In Cambridgeshire 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
If you're looking for some inspiration for festive days out in and around Cambridge, here are the best Christmas events in Cambridgeshire happening this year.
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September 29, 2021
Christmas tree with presents and stockings hanging from fireplace.

A Complete Guide To The Christmas Events In Essex 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
Feeling festive yet? No? Then make sure to check out some of these Christmas events in Essex to kick start your festive season this year!
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September 14, 2021
Santa Claus with kids and Christmas presents

A Complete Guide To The Christmas Events In Norfolk 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
With more than 40 suggestions for Christmas events in Norfolk happening this year, you're bound to find something to get you into the festive spirit!
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September 9, 2021
Christmas scene with stockings hanging over fireplace

The Best Christmas Events In Suffolk Happening In 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
Looking to get into the festive spirit in Suffolk? There is loads going on. Here are the best Christmas events in Suffolk to attend this year.
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September 6, 2021
Christmas tree with stocking hanging on mantelpiece.

The Best Guide To The Christmas Events In Hertfordshire 2025

Christmas, Europe, United Kingdom
Here is a complete guide to the Christmas events in Hertfordshire this year including Santa's Grottos, Christmas lights, Pantomimes and Christmas markets.
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May 24, 2021
Organise your own Reindeer safari in Finnish Lapland on cheap Lapland holidays.

DIY Lapland Trip: 8 Top Tips To Book Lapland On A Budget

Christmas, Europe, Finland
Can't justify the cost of a Lapland package holiday? The good news is that you can arrange a much cheaper DIY Lapland trip and this guide tells you exactly how.
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March 22, 2021
Blenheim Palace Christmas lights.

The Magical Blenheim Palace Christmas Lights 2023

Christmas, United Kingdom
The Blenheim Palace Christmas lights are truly spectacular and well worth a visit at Christmas. Our guide gives you all you need to know to plan your visit.
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March 16, 2021
Fireworks over Edinburgh Castle.

The 5 Best UK Cities To Visit At Christmas With Kids

Christmas, Europe, London, United Kingdom
Feeling like cranking up the festive spirit with a Christmas city break in the UK? Here are 5 of the best UK cities to visit at Christmas with kids.
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February 24, 2021
ice skating with kids

Our Top 10 Fun Things To Do At Christmas With Kids

Christmas, United Kingdom
The Christmas holidays are fast approaching and it's time to start thinking about organising some things to do at Christmas that the whole family can enjoy. From Ice Skating to Christmas Pantos and seeing the Christmas light displays..these ideas are bound to fuel your Christmas spirit.
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November 17, 2020
Virtual Christmas

50+ Best Virtual Christmas Events To Enjoy In 2025

Christmas, Virtual World
It is reasonably safe to say that Christmas 2020 is going to be unlike any Christmas we've seen before. Many of our favourite Christmas events are being cancelled left, right and centre but thanks to these virtual Christmas events, we can still bring a little Christmas cheer into our homes.
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November 5, 2020
Christmas movies for kids

30 Best Christmas Movies for Kids To Watch In 2023

Christmas, Virtual World
If you're feeling like getting into the Christmas spirit, here are 30 of the best Christmas movies for kids that can be enjoyed by the whole family. So pull on those Christmas jumpers, pop some corn and snuggle up for some festive movie fun.
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November 3, 2020
Natural History Museum ice skating

10 Best Places to Go Ice Skating in London in 2023

Christmas, Europe, London, United Kingdom
London is an impossibly cool city anyway, but over the festive period, these places to go ice skating in London increase the cool factor in more ways than one. From the Natural History Museum to a secret rooftop bar, read all about the 10 top places to go ice skating in London this winter.
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October 16, 2020
The Coppa Club Igloos at Tower Bridge

The Best Igloo Restaurants In London To Try In 2025

Christmas, London, United Kingdom
Looking for igloo restaurants in London? Here are 6 of the best places to eat in an igloo in London this year (with a few extras thrown in)!
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October 15, 2020
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