PLACES TO VISIT

Get in the festive spirit with a day out

Illuminate your life at Kew Gardens,

where a million glittering lights will transform the landscape. Meanwhile, Blenheim Palace also twinkles with thousands of pretty pea lights, and Its Field Of Light and scented Fire Garden are worth the entry price alone. Head to The Eden Project for giant projections and light sculptures that glisten to a background of live music. And pay a visit to Somerset House for the annual Skate event, a highlight of London’s festive season. A glass of mulled wine and a mince pie at all these venues will certainly get you in the festive mood.