Gardens Illustrated Magazine

Christmas DAYS OUT

Get in the festive spirit with these fantastic seasonal excursions

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1 ANGLESEY ABBEY .

Enjoy Anglesey Abbey’s new 1960s Christmas event, Tinsel & Tweed, for a magical day out. While you are there, why not take a walk in the renowned Winter Garden, best known for its striking silver birches. This event is included in admission costs, but pre-booking is essential either online or via our box office: 0344 249 1895. nationaltr­ust.org.uk/AngleseyAb­bey 01223 810080

2 ROSSLYN CHAPEL .

One of Scotland’s most remarkable buildings, Rosslyn Chapel was founded in 1446. The beauty of its setting and its ornate medieval stonework have inspired, attracted and intrigued visitors for generation­s. Come and see for yourself – open all year. Unique, exclusive gifts in our website shop including our gift experience pack. rosslyncha­pel.com | 0131 440 2159

3 RHS GARDEN ROSEMOOR .

See the trees, shrubs, water features and sculptures illuminate­d by dynamic, colourchan­ging lights on the magical Rosemoor Glow trail. Normal garden admission applies (free for RHS members). Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 14 November – 4 January (excluding 26 December) until 8pm. rhs.org.uk/gardens/rosemoor/whats-on

4 SHUGBOROUG­H ESTATE .

Visit Shugboroug­h Estate from 30 November for an inspiring festive day out. Enjoy seasonal activities such as carol singing; spend a whole day exploring the estate and admiring its grand and unique Christmas decoration­s; or simply enjoy a cosy couple of hours in the mansion and tea-rooms. nationaltr­ust.org.uk/shugboroug­h-estate 01889 880160

5 PICTON CASTLE .

Surrounded by a spectacula­r 40-acre RHS Partner Garden, the 13th century castle has a splendid Georgian wing and was a family home for over 700 years. The rooms feature opulent furnishing­s and fine works of art. Open all year round, their Victorian Christmas Fair takes place on 24 and 25 November and December offers candle-lit tours and a magical family Christmas event. pictoncast­le.co.uk | 01437 751326

6 PLYMOUTH CHRISTMAS . MARKET

Located in the heart of Britain’s Ocean City from 28 November to 19 December, Plymouth Christmas Market offers a joyful shopping experience. Browse more than 50 stalls housed in wooden cabins, indulge at the Bavarian Bar and street food stands or snap a festive selfie in front of the giant illuminate­d bauble. visitplymo­uth.co.uk

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