1. Head to the Ballet

Russia’s acclaimed ballet company returns to Wimbledon with great masterpieces performed by The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia. There’s Coppelia, a tale following mischievous Swanilda, her impetuous suitor Franz and the eccentric toymaker Dr.Coppelius (6 Feb), Sleeping Beauty (7 Feb) and Swan Lake (8 Feb). New Wimbledon Theatre. Tickets Atgtickets.com/Wimbledon

2. Treasures in Chelsea

The Saatchi Gallery’s TUTANKHAMUN: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh brings together the largest collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures ever to travel out of Egypt, with more than 150 authentic pieces from the tomb.  Ideal for older children. Until 3 May. www.saatchigallery.com

3. Time for the Circus

The fantastic Circus 1903 returns to Southbank Centre, with new acts for this season including the Brazilian Wheel of Death. The show also includes life-sized elephants created by puppeteers from War Horse. Until 5 Jan. www.southbankcentre.co.uk

4. Wizard Day Out

Keep the festive mood going for as long as possible – Hogwarts in the Snow at Warner Bros. Studio Tour sees the Harry Potter film sets transformed with seasonal décor: the Great Hall is lined with Christmas trees, dining tables set for Christmas feasts, and the stage decorated as it was for the iconic Yule Ball scene, as seen in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Until 26 Jan. www.wbstudiotour.co.uk

5. Skate and Gingerbread

Head to Somerset House where a Gingerbread City awaits. Architects have created a futuristic city made of the sweet stuff and it all looks truly scrumptious. Then head outdoors to take a turn around the beautiful ice rink. Gingerbread City until 5 Jan, ice skating until 12 Jan. www.somersethouse.org.uk

6. Vegan Deliciousness

In the spirit of Veganuary, head to Six Restaurant on 17 January, where Michelin starred chef Mark Kempson will be holding a five course vegan tasting menu. Dishes will range from Spiced kale crisps, seeded crackers and smoked beetroot dip to Spiced carrot cake, stem ginger ice cream, caramelised muscovado. Veganism has never been so stylish and tasty! Call 020 8016 6630 or email kate@kingsarmshamptoncourt.com for more information or to book.

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