After Boris cancelled Christmas last year, this festive season is set to be more important to us Brits than ever. So rather than just meeting loved ones to mark the occasion over some dry turkey or overpriced cocktails, make a truly memorable experience of it. From time-travelling musical events to snowy adventures and iconic landmarks bathed in festive glow, the UK has an array of alternative seasonal experiences to make merry memories this Christmas.

Step into Christmas… and back in time with One Night Records' immersive music experience

Set among the magical arches of London Bridge, One Night Records makes musical memories this holiday season. Enter a whole new place and time through six immersive performances, each delving into a classic era with the best that live (and festive) music has to offer. From sultry seasonal songs in a smoky jazz club to vibrant Rock 'n' Roll Christmas classics in a New York studio, take friends and family on a merry musical adventure.

One Night Records is located at Wardens Grove, London SE1 0HT and presents its festive season each Friday and Saturday night from 26 November 2021. Tickets are available now via www.onenightrecords.com and start at £35 per person. Save 50% on tickets using the code: ELVIS50.

Snow is falling…and the whisky's flowing

Nothing feels more festive than getting with loved ones, wrapping up warm and frolicking in the snow before relaxing with a wee dram. Rabbie's offers small group tours across the UK for up to 16 people. This Christmas make memories by travelling to the best festive spots Britain has to offer on Rabbie's Loch Ness, Inverness and the Highlands two-day tour.

Gaze in awe at Scotland's most beautifully rounded snowcapped peaks at Cairngorms National Park, wander among the ultimate Christmas trees with a Caledonian Forest walk, then settle down at one of Scotland's many famous whisky distilleries. Departing from Edinburgh, this two-day tour costs from £95 per person. Book via www.rabbies.com.

All I want for Christmas is… views

Create lasting memories on the River Thames with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. As London bounces back to life, set sail with a cup of hot chocolate (or something stronger) and marvel at the twinkling lights and iconic landmarks that flank the river. Whether you're heading to a Christmas party, one of London's fun and festive activities, going present shopping, or simply taking in the capital in all its festive glory, make getting there a breeze with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.

Sailing with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers costs just £36.70 online for a Family River Roamer – an all-day hop-on hop-off ticket with access to 23 piers across London, valid for two adults and up to three children (15 years and under; 4s and under travel for free as standard). Book via www.uberboatbythamesclippers.com.