Best Things To Do This Winter In The UK

Really lean into the jacket season over at The WonderBar, where scrumptious grub and warming drinks reign supreme. But they'll also be keeping you entertained with a top-notch roster of events, from drag-doused bingo and live music to quiz nights.

Have a little fun and let loose with Alcotraz's wonderful immersive cocktail experiences in Brighton, Manchester, London and Liverpool. Expect to smuggle in liquor while wearing an orange jumpsuit and sip bespoke concoctions - just make sure the warden doesn't catch you.

With locations in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Liverpool and London, you're never far from one of Tonight Josephine's outposts. And these pretty in pink venues know how to throw quite the party. Think themed bottomless brunches, with lip-smacking grub, killer cocktails and kooky entertainment.

To warm your cockles with all things hops, malt and barley, it can only be the UK's finest brewery and distillery tours. From gin classes for getting your fix of all things juniper to Somerset cider tours and classic ale trails or insider looks at craft beer microbreweries, there's a little something for everyone.

Immersive Gamebox is one of the best things to do this winter in Manchester, Castleford, London and Essex. Each venue sports a load of hyper-interactive rooms, using high-tech projection mapping and surround sound for a totally immersive game-playing experience.

Nestled in Bradford's vibrant city centre, The Great Victoria Hotel offers a seamless blend of timeless Victorian architecture and contemporary style. Enjoy a memorable stay at this iconic hotel where history and comfort meet.

It's helping you get cosy this winter and in the festive spirit with its lineup of events. On the cards? A Michael Buble tribute show, a winter wonderland party and a Christmas-inspired afternoon tea. 

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Big Bakes, found in London and Birmingham. You'll be whisked away to a cute marquee so you can create a delicious masterpiece in competition with other teams. If you're on the hunt for fun things to do in the winter while inside, this is a great shout.

Make your way to Ballie Ballerson in Shoreditch to bask in a giant adult ball pit and festive-themed cocktails and nibbles. You heard that right. These Instagrammable wonderlands are the place to go for quirky nights out, boasting delicious pizzas, unique drinks and brilliant party tunes galore, especially at Christmas when its given a winter wonderland makeover.

Spread holiday cheer at The Lost Estate's The Great Christmas Feast. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of A Christmas Carol like never before, with captivating storytelling, festive feasting, and Yuletide libations. Every ticket includes a three-course Victorian spread woven into the heart of the story, accompanied by a selection of immersive Victorian cocktails.

Toting venues all across the UK, including London, Manchester, Oxford and Cardiff to name just a few, Flight Club is keeping you cosy throughout your winter hibernation. Get ready for social darts, bottomless pizza brunches and a whole load of themed events.

Bringing us a life drawing experience with a saucy twist, Brushstrokes and Nudes host parties toting gorgeous models, lip-smacking cocktails and lively DJs. Plus, your host will pump up the vibes with games and sexy surprises. One to add to your UK winter bucket list?

Be transported to the Wild West for one of the best winter events in the UK. This immersive London experience will see you smuggling in your favourite liquor to Moonshine Saloon, sipping bespoke drinks expertly prepared by a team of world-class mixologists and playing fun games.

The Cocktail Club fronts slinky interiors and mouthwatering tipples at its venues in London and Reading. And if you head over to its brunches? You're in for a treat, with delicious grub, free-flowing bubbles or cocktails, as well as cracking tunes galore.

Taking its wild events to cities all across the UK, The Brunch Club is making sure your weekends are never boring this winter. Whether you're in Brighton or Newcastle, Cardiff or Portsmouth, these guys will offer you a themed bash that'll blow your socks off.

The biggest occasion in winter, Christmas is ready to take over the UK with all kinds of festive fun up and down the country. From an immersive A Christmas Carol theatre experience complete with dinner and drinks to Santa's Grotto or ice skating, there's plenty to do to get in the spirit.

Prepare for music hall classics alongside your favourite festive tunes at Frinton on Sea's McGrigor Hall this December, as Carradine's Christmas Cockney Singalong comes to town. Expect to belt out all the very best while being led by maestro Carradine himself.

One of the best things to do in the UK this January? A Pizza & Prosecco Party at Monte Forte in Horsham, West Sussex. The vibrant space is slinging out freshly prepared Neapolitan slices and bottomless liquid libations (think bubbles, cocktails or beer) every other Saturday.

If you're looking for the best things to do in the UK in January, then visit Stoke-On-Trent's Factory Floor at The Quarter Potbank. Watch live entertainment from up-and-coming artists and tribute bands, plus party into the early hours with its killer DJ nights.

When the festive period comes knocking and you want something oh-so-beautiful to hang on your front door or in your home, check out these wreath-making workshops. This Christmas, craft your own from foliage, pinecones, and other festive materials like tinsel or bows, with an expert on-hand to guide you.

On the hunt for winter days out in the UK? Then head to YO!'s awesome sushi classes in Edinburgh, Birmingham and beyond. Learn how to make mouthwatering maki rolls or salmon nigiri, all while enjoying a complimentary drink and, of course, tasting it all. Yum.

If you're after something a little less conventional this winter, you're bound to love Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar in Waterloo. Get ready for seasonal songs, creative cocktails and interactive live performances from the talented cast. 

This December, Cinnabar is bringing festive cheer to the UK with a series of themed bottomless brunches. For around £40 a ticket, indulge in 90 minutes of free-flowing fun.

Whether you're in the mood for a Michael Bublé-inspired brunch or a nostalgic Madonna throwback, there's something for everyone. Plus, the Winter Wonderland Bottomless Supper Club will be dazzling diners all month long and on Christmas Eve.

Taking place at pubs across Surrey, Dorset, Portsmouth and beyond, A Christmas Spectacular is the best way to get into the seasonal spirit this year. Rogue Opera are hosting festive singalongs with an opera theme, throughout late November and December - with tickets costing £20 per person.

Vodka Wodka is a late-night party spot that's also known for its beautiful beer garden that transforms in the winter months. Expect a chalet-inspired space decked out with logs, blankets and more, alongside the usual £4 pints or a famous Jolly Rancher cocktail. Plus, the apres-ski vibes will continue 'til the early hours.

Nestled in Glasgow's Merchant City, ARTA is a Mediterranean hubbub of fantastic events that you need to add to your UK winter itinerary. Not only can you catch live tribute show of The Greatest Showman and ABBA nights, but also comedy drag shows that'll be a hoot and a half.

This holiday season, The Cricketers and CoBalance in London are the places to be for Christmas Wreath Making & Bubbles workshops. For £75, you'll receive all the supplies you need to create a beautiful wreath, under the guidance of talented florist Primrose.

As you craft, enjoy bubbly prosecco and delicious treats. With just ten spots available per workshop, don't miss your chance to join in the fun - grab your ticket and make your own holiday magic.

Located in stunning Somerset, Thatchers' Cider Tours takes you through one of the best things to do this winter in the UK for adults. Be guided around Myrtle Farm for a fascinating experience seeing where the magic happens. The best part? You'll of course get to try a few of the bevvies yourself.

Bada Bingo is bigger and better than ever. Hitting up Buzz Bingos across the nation, they're bringing in RuPaul's Drag Race stars and famous DJs, as well as non-stop bangers, cracking prizes and plenty of raving for one of the best winter activities in the UK.

Escape the cold weather at Sheffield, Nottingham, Derby or Lincoln's adults-only crazy golf hotspots, GloryHoles. As one of the best things to do this December in the UK, it offers vibrant interiors and 18 fabulously themed holes to get stuck into. It also has a wicked cocktail and food menu to match.