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WHAT ’ S ON
TWINKLE TWINKLE
Don ’ t miss Glow Marwell – an immersive light extravaganza at the zoo as the grounds are transformed into a twinkling wonderland . The after-dark experience runs until 30 December , with illuminations across the 140-acre park . Along the route there will be warming treats including marshmallow toasting around fire pits and plenty of hot chocolate .
01962 777407 www . marwell . org . uk
MINCE PIES WITH THE MAYOR
Enjoy a tour of Abbey House , the mayor ’ s official residence , with Winchester Tourist Guides before enjoying a glass of mulled wine and mince pies with the mayor herself on 6 December . Find out more about the historic building , which has been welcoming the great and good for over 300 years . Tickets include a donation to the mayor ’ s charities .
www . winchestertouristguides . com
BURLESQUE AT THE ARC
Glittering showgirls , bawdy comedy , classic vaudevilles and awe-inspiring circus acts are all part of an evening of burleque with Hundred Watt Club at The Arc on 2 December .
Expect the seductive , sublime and a little bit of naughtiness at a show for over 18s where glamourous attire is positively encouraged .
01962 398046 www . arcwinchester . org . uk
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Can Scrooge discover the true meaning of Christmas in time to change his destiny ? A creative adaptation of Charles Dickens ’ classic Christmas tale comes to Chesil Theatre , mixing live actors , special effects and puppetry from 18 to 25 November .
01962 867086 www . chesiltheatre . org . uk
CHRISTMAS AT THE MILL
See Winchester City Mill on Bridge Street bedecked with garlands from 11 November until the end of December and get inspiration for decorating your home from a crafted Christmas tree hung with things that can be found and made in nature . Visit the café for festive treats and drinks to enjoy inside or to take away .
01962 870057 www . nationaltrust . org . uk / winchester-city-mill
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