Christmas being over doesn’t mean the wintry fun needs to stop. If you want to get those skates on, you can go to Glide at Battersea Power Station until 5 January and Somerset House is open all the way until 12 January. 

London’s streets are decked out in some impressive Christmas lights this year, and they stay on throughout the Christmas period.

Why not take a walk around central London and check out the sights around Covent Garden, Oxford Street, Regent Street and Carnaby Street?

Enjoy the hustle and bustle of Winter Wonderland with an ice bar, endless food stalls, festive rides, and an Alpine-themed pop-up restaurant. Or head down to the magic of Kew Gardens’ light trail. It might be Twixmas, but London is home to an exciting selection of festive pop-ups that will be open between Christmas and the new year.

Just make sure to book tickets ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

London is home to an impressive array of outdoor spaces – including the expansive Richmond Park. The largest of London’s Royal Parks (it covers 955 hectares), Richmond Park is also home to 630 red and fallow deer that roam freely.

If you know where to look, you can bag a great bargain at this time of year. For instance, the Treehouse Twixmas package includes a complimentary surprise gift from Cath Kidston, and there’s a flexible cancellation policy too.

And Malmaison London is offering a two-night mini-break, including three courses from their seasonal menu on the first night – or second night if you want to get a jump on things and check in on Christmas Day. Prices for this little treat start at £140.

Or you could go for a digital detox with one of Unplugged’s stays. In Kent, the Willow offers a true off-grid experience, nestled in a secluded woodland with views over a lake and the surrounding forest.

Whether you’re a Mamma Mia! fan or you want to catch Hamilton at last, the Twixmas time is the perfect excuse to take in a show and sample some of the capital’s many culinary delights.

Cinderella at the Royal Ballet: if you’ve already experienced the story of Cinderella in film or on stage, why not indulge in this fairytale story through the magic of ballet? A beautiful and theatrical experience for all the family.

Robin Hood at the London Palladium: is it truly Christmas without a good old panto? Starring Jane McDonald as Maid Marion and Palladium panto royalty Julian Clary as Robin Hood, this show promises a whole lot of laughs.

No need to hop on a plane to the Alps and battle the elements: soak up all the atmosphere of Après Ski without leaving the capital. Inside the W Hotel you’ll find the Veuve Clicquot Winter Lodge which surrounds a cosy fire pit, perfect for enjoying chocolate fondue,  alpine inspired cocktails and glasses of champagne.