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CHRISTMAS AT KEW 22 Nov-5 Jan, 5-10pm

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 3AE

Now in its sixth year, Kew's winter trail is bigger than ever in 2018, with more than a million twinkling pea lights and thousands of laser beams. Wander beneath unique tree canopies drenched in Christmas colour. Adults from £16.50

020 8332 5655; www.kew.org

CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP 30 Nov, 1, 7 or 8 Dec, various 2-hour sessions

Bristol Flower School, The Coach House, Grange Court Road, Henleaze, Bristol BS9 4DP

Learn how to create your own luxury wreath using a wire frame, moss, seasonal foliage and additional decorations, that’ll be the envy of your neighbours! Mince pie and champagne included. Adults £50

0117 962 3834; www.bristolflowerschool.co.uk

BEHIND THE SCENES LAB TOUR 12 Dec, 2-3pm

RHS Garden Wisley, Wisley Lane, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB

Enjoy a tour with a Wisley expert to gain an insight into the amazing work taking place in the Wisley labs. Included in your tour is a visit to the Research Library, only open by appointment, where you can discover unique collections of horticultural science. Adults £15 + garden entry £14.50 (free, RHS)

01483 224234; www.rhs.org.uk

CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW 14-23 Dec, 6.30-9pm/4.30-8pm

Alnwick Garden, Greenwell Road, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1YU

Join the team at Alnwick after dark to see their fantastic Christmas Light Show. Adults £7.95

01665 511350; www.alnwickgarden.com

BOXING DAY WOODLAND WALK 26 Dec, 11am-12.30pm

RHS Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common, Chelmsford CM3 8ET

After a day of indulgence enjoy a yomp around the woodlands on this circular stroll, led by one of Hyde Hall’s knowledgeable volunteers. Bring wellies! Adults £11.50, RHS free

01245 400256; www.rhs.org.uk