Things to do this weekend

Whether you're staying in or planning on going on, here's a few ideas of things to do this weekend.

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  1. Visit '400 Years of Seasonal Traditions in English Homes' display at The Gefrre Museum, London

Fancy something free and educational? Well it’s your last weekend before Christmas to visit the Geffrye Museum. Enjoy a magical glimpse into how Christmas has been celebrated in English homes through the centuries – from as early as 1600. Did you know Parliament once banned Christmas? Strange! Enjoy local festive food and find unusual cards and gifts in the shop.

The Geffrye
  1. Watch The Muppets, Saturday 19th December BBC 1, 1:55pm

What a way to bring the family together. The Muppets is a classic to enjoy with the whole family – don’t miss it!

  1. Bake something new - like Jamie Olivers 'Everything Cookies'

Try Jamie Oliver’s ‘Everything Cookies’ - a quirky, but easy-to-make recipe. And by ‘Everything’ the recipe means adding any treats you have hanging about such as leftover nuts, dried fruit, toffees, chocolate. Great to do with the little ones – and for snacking on during Sunday hangovers.

Jamie Oliver's Everything Cookies
  1. Go to the Real Food Christmas Market at King’s Cross

Visit the Real Food Christmas Marketfor some seriously tasty treats. It’s only running until the 23rd December so this is your last weekend to grab some goodies. Head out and make the most of this milder winter.

Real Food Market
  1. Go ice skating at Bolton Winter festival

If it's not frosty enough for your taste outside, head to a local icing rink instead. Head to Bolton's winter festivalto ice skate and visit Santa's grotto in one.

Ice skate this weekend
  1. Listen to carols in Somerset

Enjoy traditional Christmas carols around the tree at 6pm at Ston Easton Park in Bath for a truly festive experience. Enjoy mince pies, mulled wine and hot chocolate with family and friends. What a great way to see off the weekend.

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  1. Watch Star Wars: The Force Awakens

You may or may not be a Star Wars fan but this latest addition to the franchise is definitely worth a watch.

  1. Watch: Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final – BBC 1, 6.35pm, Saturday 19th December

Because it's the final!

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