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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Polly Dunbar

Midwinter magic at Kew: the perfect Twixmas treat

Iridescent giant waterlillies by the Palm House in Kew Gardens, Christmas at Kew
Iridescent giant waterlillies by the Palm House. Photograph: Luke Dyson/Kew Gardens

Twixmas, those languorous days between Christmas and New Year, can be a strange time. In the aftermath of the festive frenzy, with the leftovers devoured and TV specials ticked off, boredom can start to creep in – along with a burning desire to get out of the house.

It’s the perfect moment to swap sofa-slumping for a restorative sprinkle of midwinter magic – and Kew Gardens’ winter lights are an experience to enchant every member of the family.

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