Our line-up of some of the best festive traditions and latest seasonal events in and around the capital this month.
Dawn French 30 Million Minutes, Vaudeville Theatre,
11th November – 16th December
The critically acclaimed 30 Million Minutes consists of various delights and riches, with the odd irksome tribulation thrown in, as Dawn takes audiences through the various lessons life has taught her, and the things she knows for sure.
Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, Climax to Men’s Tennis, O2 Arena,
15th – 22nd November
The Barclays ATP World Tour Finals is the year-end climax to the men’s professional tennis season, featuring only the world’s best eight qualified singles players and doubles teams as they battle it out for the last title of the season.
Battle of the Champions of F1, Le Mans, World Rally, Moto GP, Olympic Stadium,
20th – 21st November
The Race Of Champions is a knockout tournament where the world’s greatest drivers battle to prove they’re the fastest on Earth. Through a series of head-to-head races in identical cars, the stars fight it out to prove they have what it takes to be crowned ‘Champion of Champions’.
Ascot racing weekend with Christmas Country Living Fair, Ascot
20th -21st November
The Jumps season continues at the November Racing Weekend, with festive shopping between races at the Grandstand Country Living Christmas Fair.
Winter is coming, Bompass & Parr at the View from The Shard,
23rd November – 31st January
Created by Innovative British experience designers Bompas & Parr, theatrical ice crystals and frost will charm guests 800ft above the city as The Shard is transformed into an enchanting, sensory winter experience.
The British Fashion Awards, Coliseum,
23rd November
Don’t miss the opportunity to join the stars of the fashion industry in celebrating the best of British Fashion.
With the Kids
Enchanted Woodland, Syon Park,
20th November – 6th December
Wrap up warm and discover Syon Park’s Enchanted Woodland. Follow the illuminated trail through Capability Brown gardens and historic arboretum, round the ornamental lake ending at the spectacular Great Conservatory.
Lapland Bracknell Forest, Ascot
21st November – 24th December
Now in its ninth year, award winning LaplandUK has entranced and captivated thousands of young children and is described by Mumsnet founder Carrie Longton as ‘the Rolls Royce of Christmas experiences’.
Get your skates on!
Natural History Museum Ice Rink, London
Now – Until 3rd January
An enchanting outdoor ice rink that’s sure to charm visitors of all ages. The rink is celebrating its eleventh year in 2015, and will provide the usual festive fun on its perimeter: a Café Bar overlooking the ice with live music on Thursdays and a pretty fairground carousel.
Skate At Somerset House with Fortnum and Mason, London
18th November – 10th January
Enjoy memorable winter experiences on and off the ice. By day, skate in the splendour of the stunning Somerset House courtyard, or join in after dark, when the rink hosts some of the best international clubs and festivals at exclusive Club Nights. This season, they have partnered with EFG London Jazz Festival for the first time to present a special one-off Jazz Skate.
For further information or to book any of the above, simply get in touch with your dedicated Buy Time assistant or contact us on 0203 292 0566 / info@buy-time.co.uk.