What's going on near you this week: Christmas special!

Do you want to have a fun day or evening out this week ( Monday December 21 to Friday December 25 ) but have no idea where to go?

With our What's On round-ups, every Monday and Thursday, we're bringing you details of what's going on, when, and how much it will cost, over the coming days so you and your children are never bored... Especially now Christmas is on the way this week!

Pick your favourite event and have a great day out, locally:

Ealing area

Christmas Market comes to Ealing Broadway!

Shop everything from handcrafted gifts and festive decorations to hot and tasty winter warmers at this year's Ealing Broadway Christmas Market.

Whether it's ticking off the Christmas list for your loved ones, treating yourself, or enjoying a range of great food, don't miss out on this festive market on your doorstep.

What: Ealing Broadway Christmas Market

Where: Ealing Broadway Shopping Centre, Town Square, Ealing , W5 5JY

When: Market runs until Thursday December 24

Cost: Free to enter

Call: 020 8567 3453

Fulham area

See a breath-taking exhibition at the Natural History Museum

Take a look at breath-taking photographs of nature, from intimate portraits to dramatic landscapes; see how the photographer's passion for the natural world comes to life in this stunning exhibition... Catch it while you can!

What: Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at The Natural History Museum

Where: The Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, South Kensington , SW7 5BD

When: Exhibition runs until Sunday April 10, 2016

Cost: £13.50 for adults, £6.75 for concessions

Call: 020 7942 5000

Hammersmith area

Watch a brilliant family Christmas play at The Lyric Theatre

The Lyric Theatre's beloved production for young children returns for the fourth year; Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas is a must-see Christmas show for families!

Follow Santa as he awakes from a dream of sun, sea and sand only to find it is the busiest day of the year: Christmas Eve.

This timeless festive story bursts into life with live music, playful puppets and a magical set!

What: Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas at The Lyric Theatre

Where: The Lyric Theatre, King Street, Lyric Square, Hammersmith , W6 0QL

When: Friday November 20 to Thursday December 24

Cost: All tickets £10

Call: 020 8741 6850

Harrow area

Go to a fun community pantomime!

Featuring talented local people, live music and plenty of audience participation, Cinderella Community Pantomime at Harrow Arts Centre will entertain children and adults alike!

Follow Cinders on her rags-to-riches tale from servant to princess in this brilliant Christmas performance.

What: Cinderella Community Pantomime at at Harrow Arts Centre

Where: Harrow Arts Centre, 171 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End , Harrow , HA5 4EA

When: Monday December 21, 5pm

Cost: £12 for adults, £10 for under-16s

Call: 020 8416 8989

Hounslow area

Go ice skating in a magical location

Why not try ice skating in front of the beautiful Strawberry Hill House in Twickenham this year?

From nightfall, the House will be lit from within to display its Renaissance stained glass windows... What better way to get into the Christmas spirit?

What: Ice skating at Strawberry Hill House

Where: Strawberry Hill House, 268 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham , TW1 4ST

When: Event runs until Sunday January 24

Cost: Prices vary according to peak timings

Visit: Their website