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London: Capital Christmas Fun

9th December 2011

Warm up this Christmas with some spicy mulled wine, treat the kids to see Santa, get your skates on at the National History Museum and so much! The holiday season isn't just about Christmas day it's a time to enjoy being with the family and we have picked out a few of our favourite things to do at the festive season! If you are in the capital in December there are a host of amazing things to do so read on to find out more!

Hyde Park wouldn't be the same in the weeks leading up to December with out it's ever so festive winter wonderland! A great place to take the kids to keep them entertained, with plently of rides and attractions. For the adults there is plently of mulled wine and cider, be sure to check out the Bavarian village for some great beer and traditional German food.  The Angels Christmas Market is a fantastic place to pick up some Christmas gifts and decorations. The best news about this event is it's absolutely free to visit, even take the kids to see Father Christmas for no cost at all. Other attractions available are the ice skating, the circus and the giant wheel- these activities do cost so be sure to check out the prices before planning your trip!

Ice skating has to be a must on your holiday plans this year especially when you are skating surrounded by one of London's most iconic buildings! The ice rink at the National History Museum is now open so head on down there to enjoy the skating magic! Tickets start from £8 and the rink is open from 8.45-22.00 on weekends and from 10.00am on weekdays. At night the rink is lit up with beautiful Christmas lights with amazing surroundings.

If staying up as late as possible on Christmas eve or listening out for sleigh bells didn't work for your kids then treat them this year by taking them to meet Santa in his grotto right here in London! There are plently of locations throughout London so check out timeout's guide to the best places to go right here!

 

Santa's faithful friends touch down in Covent Garden for another great treat for the kids, after all Christmas is about the children! Yes we are talking about the Reindeer Petting at Covent Garden. Suitable for kids of all ages it's the perfect way to treat the entire family to a great day out and best of all there is no cost involved!

 

After all that excitement surely it will be time to get your feet up and put the TV on with a warm drink! That's why we are sure you will love our prize giveaway... Just check out the details below!

 

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For when it's too cold to go outside you keep the whole family entertained with the complete series boxset of Friends on DVD. All 10 series of the timeless comedy in this 15th anniversery edition. RRP £99.99!

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