#Crossness

Never in a million years did I think I’d spend my Sunday wandering around a sewage facility, yet here I was. And honestly, I’m so glad I went. It is genuinely beautiful. So beautiful that I forgot where I was for a moment and casually mentioned there was a bit of a wiff in the air… and the lovely Mariam, showing me around, gently reminded me why. Crossness Pumping Station began life in the 1860s as part of Sir Joseph Bazalgette’s plan to rescue London from the Great Stink. Hidden on the edge of the Thames, it was once a hardworking Victorian sewage pumping station, but today it feels more like stepping into a cathedral of iron and steam. The cast iron detailing, the vast beam engines and the sheer scale of the architecture make it one of the most beautiful industrial spaces in London. Crossness is open on select days, usually Tuesdays and Sundays, with a mix of guided tours, steaming days and special events. They are also hosting a cosy Frost Fair on Sunday with seasonal stalls set inside the historic engine house. Adults £22.50, children £8, under fives free. Family tickets available. Carers go free. Book via the website @crossnesset London hidden gems / Victorian London / quirky museums in London / Victorian architecture

@christmasfestessex Tucked in the Essex countryside is Christmas Fest Essex. I loved how it was mostly outside! Real reindeer too see too! We were blessed with beautiful bright weather! Visiting on their second year after seeing that it had sold out the year before. We booked super early so that we could get a lunchtime slot the last weekend in November. Costing us £200 instead of £240 for a weekend in December! You arrive and are led through the different rooms by different characters! The rooms are beautifully decorated and really well thought out. It was a super immersive experience and there were happy faces throughout! It did feel really personal, going into each of the rooms, just our family! Father Christmas was fantastic, not rushed, really engaged! One thing. Loved that you got a printed photo! Would have loved one on my phone too. So that I could save my own copy! Tickets go on sale at 9am tomorrow morning No booking fees if you book before March! Maybe grab a cheaper November slot like we did!

We had a ball on the last day at Blists Hill Victorian Town under IGMT. Did you join us?

AD || PRINVITE ✨️ Beamish Museum - Christmas Daytimes 🎄 🎄✨ Christmas Daytimes at Beamish Museum @beamish_museum are pure magic! From the Georgian elegance of Pockerley to the retro 1950s Town, every corner was twinkling with festive cheer 🎁🌟. The Christmouse Trail 🐭 was such a fun adventure, we loved seeing the cheeky elves and beautiful minatures of some of the buildings that are at Beamish Museum 🎄 The fair 🎠🎡 had the kids grinning from ear to ear — they absolutely loved it! Token are priced at £20 for 10 or £2.50 each✨️ The 1940s Farm gave a fascinating glimpse into wartime Christmases, and the 1950s Town was full of retro decorations and nostalgic vibes 🎬🧸. We even fueled up the old-fashioned way with some proper Dab ‘n’ Chips from Davys Fried Fish🍟🐟 — perfect for a chilly festive day! Oh my it was the best we have every tasted too 😍 One of the best parts of visiting Beamish is that the trams and buses are included in your passes 🚋🚌. Riding through the museum on these historic vehicles really brings the past to life, and it’s such a fun way for the whole family to explore all the different areas. The kids loved hopping on and off, and it made our festive adventure feel even more authentic and immersive 🎄✨. 🗓22nd Nov to 24th Dec 2025 for Christmas Daytimes at Beamish Museum ✨🎄 Beamish Unlimited Pass — pay once and visit as many times as you like for a whole year, including daytime events like Christmas at Beamish 🎟️. Prices start from: • Adult: £33 • Senior/Student: £25 • Child (5‑16): £20 • Family passes from £55–£92 depending on size Bonus: 25% of your admission can go to support Beamish’s charitable work, helping local communities and programmes for older adults and people living with dementia ❤️ Beamish is the ultimate Christmas day out — full of history, joy, and magical festive moments for the whole family ❤️❄️🎅. We absolutely love it at Beamish Museum ❤️ #BeamishMuseum #ChristmasAtBeamish #northeastofengland #familydaysout ##daysoutwiththekids

Throwing it back to Christmas 2024 and the magical memories that were made 🎄 #ChristmasInOxford #Oxford #VisitOxfors

In case you missed it, we’re opening our gift shop through the winter months from Wednesday to Saturday each week. Pop in and see us, we’ve a fantastic range of steam themed goodies for young and old and you might pick up some gift inspo. It’s also a great opportunity to renew your Season Tickets so you can be full steam ahead when the Museum, Gallopers and Trains re-open on 26 March. We can’t wait to see you! Shop open Wednesdays to Fridays, 11am - 5pm and on Saturdays, 11am - 4pm Please note that the museum, trains & Gallopers are closed over the winter, reopening 26/3/26. . . . #giftshop #shopopen #bressinghamsteammuseum #bressingham #openinghours #norfolk

Spectra 2026, you will be missed! We can’t believe Spectra is already over, but what a time we had. There were so many fantastic sights to see across the city centre, and we are already looking forward to the next one. Did you visit us during Spectra?

The new Cardiff Christmas Festival website is live, and we’re giving you sneak peek! You’ll also see how to join our Inner Circle, at the bottom of the site. Subscribers are always first to hear about new show releases — and with more to be announced, this matters. Don’t wait until autumn to start planning Christmas. Watch the walkthrough. Explore the site. Join the Inner Circle. Link in bio! #CardiffChristmasFestival

We LOVE Kingsbridge! ❤️ #lovekingsbridge #kingsbridge #salcombe #southhams #devon

Some internal pics of #salisburycathedral

Fascinating talk taking place in Enniscorthy Castle on Saturday the 31st of January at 2pm ⚓ "The Sinking of the Pomona Ship" is a talk given by Paul Byrne, County Wexford Historian in Residence. Held in the "Waters of Wexford" exhibition, this captivating talk gives a deeper look into the famous shipwreck of the Pomona. Paul will bring history to life using items on display from the historical ship, including it's figurehead and compass, as well as a wooden model of the ship showing it's beauty before it's tragic end. An event not to be missed 🏰 Normal admission rates apply, no booking required. For more visitor information, visit @enniscorthycastle @visitwexford @enjoy_enniscorthy #TheSinkingofThePomonaShip #enniscortycastle