Christmas

Whether you love Christmas markets punctuated with mulled wine and twinkling lights or fabulously festive experiences, Christmas in the UK has something for every seasonal spirit.

A guide to Christmas in Yorkshire 2023

From festive feasts to villages sparkling bright, explore our guide to Christmas in Yorkshire for everything you need to know about the holiday season.

Annie Cowen

A guide to Christmas in Dorset 2023

Make the most of your festive escape in Dorset with this comprehensive guide to all things festive, from light displays and Santa soirees to Christmas Day swims.

Stef Parr

A guide to Christmas in Somerset 2023

From candlelit villages and Georgian celebrations to sparkling safari parks and Christmas pudding races, Somerset pulls out all the stops this festive season.

Stef Parr

Christmas markets in the Cotswolds 2023

Get in the festive spirit with one of the many fabulous Christmas markets in the Cotswolds, which combine foodie delights and unique gifts for a magical time.

Jessie Moore

Christmas markets in Dorset 2023

The holidays are well and truly coming and with them Dorset’s seasonal slew of Christmas markets where you can lose yourself in some Christmas shopping.

Annie Cowen

Christmas markets in Somerset 2023

With mulled cider and copious amounts of cheese, nowhere quite does Christmas markets like Somerset. Here are some of our favourites…

Annie Cowen

A guide to Christmas in Devon 2023

Dazzling displays of colour, epic portions of festive foods, and endless opportunities for new traditions… Here’s our guide to Christmas in Devon 2023.

Annie Cowen

A guide to Christmas in Sussex 2023

Make the most of Christmas in Sussex with our complete guide to the festive season, from dazzling displays of light to roaring fires and Christmas dinners.

Annie Cowen

Festive swims in Cornwall 2023

Here’s our list of the best Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day swims in Cornwall to make your holiday one to remember.

Annie Cowen

Ice skating in Hampshire

Get your skates on for a festive activity to remember. Keep kids busy with an exciting session on the ice at these popular ice rinks in Hampshire.

Kylie Barton

Top 5 Christmas cocktails in Cornwall

Fancy a festive tipple or two? The lights are up, the Bublé Christmas album is on and the celebrations are starting all over Cornwall as the festive season gets into full swing.

Sadie Phillips

Catering for Christmas with hampers

Food is always a tough one to get organised over Christmas. With most shops now delivering, go for something a little more local to add a touch of the west country to your festivities.

Kayleigh Hardy

Simple Christmas biscuit recipes for kids

Enjoy the freedom of a self catering cottage by letting the kids loose in the kitchen with these festive (and easy) recipes. Just be prepared for the amount of sweet treats you'll have to try.

Kayleigh Hardy

Philleigh Way Cookery School venison recipe

A brief but beautiful recipe from Philleigh Way cookery school based in the Roseland in Cornwall. Perfect for making an impact on your guests for Christmas and New Year.

Kayleigh Hardy