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ICE SKATING, LONDON

Get your skates on at Somerset House’s iconic venue, which might steal the show from your arabesques with its decorative twinkle. The rink – set within a neoclassical courtyard – has been enlarged, though a 40ft Christmas tree still dominates. Gourmet dining can be enjoyed ringside, while DJs play at Skate Lates.

Until Jan 15, from £10; somersethouse. org.uk

FESTIVE WALKING TOUR, OXFORD

Wrap up warm for a guided, seasonal stroll, getting to know one of our most beautiful, historic cities. Private tours, for groups of any size, navigate quaint lanes past university colleges, while hearing stories from Christmases past, present and future. Santa hats are provided.

Until Dec 23, from £130 for a group of 14; oxfordofficialwalkingtours.org

WINTER SCULPTURE GARDEN, DEVON

Get outdoors to enjoy something of winter’s beauty on a sculpture trail at RHS Garden Rosemoor. The play of winter light on the 120 contemporary, meditative forms has been taken into account, adding to the beauty of the gardens. Many of the sculptures are also for sale. The garden hosts a Christmas party for children on December 23.

Until Jan 31; rhs.org.uk