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Welcome to 2019’s glittering edition of MMMarvellous Christmas in Kent – all set to get you ready for the most hearth-warming time of the year!

We love Christmas at MMM and can’t wait to share out excitement with you in our unique Yuletide guide to all things festive – believed to be the only one of its kind in our marvellous county.

The arrival of Santa (or St Nicholas) is a wonderful time for friends and family to unite and reunite around the globe, and to share holiday greetings and gifts. So our pages are packed with fabulous ideas for everything you might need for the holiday season from perfect presents to dazzling decorations, and, of course, the tastiest food and drink – including a great way to cook the Christmas turkey.

You can even enjoy the scent of Christmas on our magical ‘Scratch and Sniff’ page 39. Do try it!

We also cover seasonal events to get you in the Yuletide mood, with Santa’s many grottos to entertain the young ones. And one of the Christmas Markets even has adorable donkeys – eee-‘awww’!

The choice of pantomimes in Kent this year is breathtaking, from the magical adventures of Aladdin and faraway world of Peter Pan to the winning romances of Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast – all with songs, laughter and ‘look behind yous’ galore to boost the festive feelgood factor.

We have a round-up of Christmas TV highlights to enjoy at home inside, too, including the return of Gavin & Stacey and a new version of Worzel Gummidge starring Kent’s own Mackenzie Crook.

But most of all, this is the biggest party time of the year, so we serve up a feast of fabulous venues as well as sparkling jewellery and fashion to ensure your celebrations are real Christmas crackers. We know ours will be!

As publishers of Kent’s leading glossy lifestyle magazine – MMM – we know what our readers love, so enjoy our annual gift to you.

And a big thank you goes to all the Kent businesses who have contributed towards making MMMarvellous Christmas in Kent the perfect Christmas package.

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Get into the festive spirit with our top picks of where to party in Kent this Christmas, from great hotels to friendly pubs and fine restaurants

PARTY NIGHTS AT ASHFORD INTERNATIONAL

Celebrate the festive season this year in the glamorous surroundings of the Ashford International Hotel. Their fantastic packages are sure to get you and your friends into the festive spirit. From Christmas parties to lunches, the hotel’s warm, welcoming atmosphere will allow you and your colleagues, as well as friends and family, to celebrate in style. These are parties you won’t forget in a hurry! Let your hair down and celebrate on a fun traditional party night filled with festive magic. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal followed by dancing to classic party tunes.

For information, call 01233 219988 or visit qhotels.co.uk

THE SWAN AT WEST MALLING

Join the Swan at West Malling this December for sparkling seasonal parties and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

If you are looking for a space to host your Christmas party, their stylish private rooms can accommodate between 10 and 30 guests, whilst larger groups can celebrate in the stunning Alpine lodge.

Or perhaps you would like to ring in the new decade at their own iconic New Year’s Eve party.

The Swan’s expertly-crafted menus marry robust seasonal flavours with locally-sourced produce, and their fantastic drinks packages ensure that extra pop of festive cheer.

For information, call 01732 521918 or visit theswanwestmalling.co.uk 8 88 8

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CHILSTON PARK HOTEL

Christmastime is a time of family tradition, each as individual as the families themselves. Chilston Park invites you to select the events and activities you, your family or colleagues wish to take part in.

For those who are looking to visit the area, stay and relax in the comfort of the hotel, with special rates over December and January.

Enjoy festive-themed afternoon tea and a glass of Champagne, or for those that are too busy to fit in any celebrations before Christmas, why not book your own private lunch or dinner party in January in one of their extensive private dining rooms?

There are so many reasons (or excuses) to visit Chilston Park in Lenham this Christmas – all you have to do is pick one!

For information, call 01622 859803 or visit handpickedhotels.co.uk/chilstonpark

TUDOR PARK MARRIOTT HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB MERCURE MAIDSTONE GREAT DANES HOTEL Choose your mask and wear it well, so your true identity, no one can tell…

Enjoy the spirit of the ball with a charming night of decadence, festive dining, indulgent cocktails and dancing to the sounds of the DJ at a Christmas Masquerade Party. Make an entrance with your own mask or try one of their on for size.

Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or colleagues, it will be a night to remember with a delicious meal and superb entertainment to suit your party, your pocket and your date.

From the hotel’s masquerade parties and lunches with all the trimmings to off-peak festive celebrations, work-night parties, or even a festive break and much more, Mercure have it all.

For information, call 01622 528565 or visit mercuremaidstone.co.uk 1010 10 10

Get away for the Christmas break at Tudor Park and join in the fun celebrating the festivities.

The team at Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club in Bearsted, near Maidstone, certainly know how to host a great event, and have done year after year.

You will find there’s plenty to keep the whole family amused.

For information, call 01622 734334 or visit marriotttudorpark.co.uk

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A VERY WHODY CHRISTMAS

The Who’d A Thought It at Grafty Green, near Lenham, does Christmas like nowhere else. Their cosy restaurant and bar make it a superb place to celebrate with friends, family or colleagues. Throughout December they offer a lunchtime menu and a dinner menu full of traditional seasonal food with a special Whody twist.

For information, call 01622 858951 or visit whoathoughtit.com

POWDER & MAGAZINE

Powder & Magazine is a casual dining restaurant in Lower Upnor, near Rochester, which offers a creative and consistently excellent dining experience showcasing the very best of British and European cuisine.

Open for brunch, lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves a classic Sunday lunch menu each week and has regular live music events. The drinks list includes cocktails and local beers and wines as well as an extensive further wine list.

It’s the perfect place to get into the swing of Christmas and meet with friends for fun, festive celebrations.

There is plenty of parking available, too, and it’s a great location for walking along the Saxon Shore Way. For information, call 01634 710872 or visit powderandmagazine.co.uk

Christm a The Wh od THE DOG AT WINGHAM

Create your own special event at this award-winning pub and restaurant with rooms, at Wingham, near Canterbury, which serves modern British dishes made from the finest locally-sourced ingredients.

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DOG & BEAR HOTEL, LENHAM

The Dog & Bear Hotel offers beautiful accommodation near Leeds Castle and the North Downs, with 24 en-suite bedrooms immaculately furnished and decorated in traditional village style.

A great place to celebrate a special occasion, the hotel has its own dedicated function suite, perfect for parties.

Serving up traditional classics and delicious chef’s specials in their stylish restaurant, The Dog & Bear is one of the finest places in Lenham for a memorable meal out. From light bites, burgers and breakfasts to tempting grills and elegant evening meals, everything is freshly prepared and presented with care and imagination – using seasonal, locally-sourced produce wherever possible.

For information, call 01622 858219 or visit dogandbearlenham.co.uk

BEST PARTIES EVER

Established for over 20 years, Best Parties Ever is a company that operates nationwide, providing mixed group parties for eight or more guests and exclusive hire options for larger corporate events.

Entertaining more than 200,000 guests annually, they are renowned for offering great value for money for an exceptional evening of food, entertainment and fun.

Best Parties Ever hold their events at the Kent County Showground at Detling, near Maidstone, and their mission is simple – to ensure you have the perfect Christmas party!

For information, visit bestpartiesever.com

SPARKLE AT THE BARNYARD Celebrate Christmas by joining The BarnYard’s Christmas Marquee Party Nights in Upchurch, near Sittingbourne. Upon arrival you will be greeted with a chilled glass of rosé Prosecco and be welcomed into the sparkly, decorated marquee. Your evening meal will be served, then the lights will be dimmed and a state-of-the-art disco will have you dancing the night away under the enchanting, winter wonderland fairy lights.

For information, call 01634 235059 or visit the-barnyard.com

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Christmas THREE COURSE SET CHRISTMAS MENU, £28 PER PERSON

Enjoy the festive season at Cafe Frederic, Maidstone.

Declicious food and a vibrant atmosphere await you. Open every day and night, Monday to Sunday throughout December STARTERS Winter Root Vegetable Soup Baked Camembert Smoked Salmon Charcuterie Board

MAIN COURSES Roast Turkey Beef Bourguignon Pan Seared Cod Moroccan Spiced Vegetables

PUDDINGS AND CHEESE Coconut, Mango & Dark Chocolate Gateau Caramelised Pineapple Meringue Roulade Agen Prunes in Red Wine Raspberry Brownie French Cheeseboard

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MOTHER GOOSE MARLOWE THEATRE Don’t miss Canterbury’s fun-filled family pantomime, Mother Goose, starring Dr Ranj (CBeebies, This Morning, Strictly Come Dancing), Jenna Russell (West End star and EastEnders), the egg-cellent Ben Roddy (in his tenth Marlowe pantomime), Canterbury favourite Lloyd Hollett, and Marc Pickering (Boardwalk Empire, Les Misérables).

With hilarious comedy, beautiful sets and costumes and fantastic music, Mother Goose will be the Marlowe Theatre’s funniest and most spectacular pantomime ever!

28 November-12 January To book, call 01227 787787, or visit marlowetheatre.com

PETER PAN ORCHARD THEATRE Take a fairy-tale flight to Neverland this Christmas in this swashbuckling family favourite as the Jolly Roger navigates the perilous high seas and throws anchor in the Thames for another unmissable festive season in Dartford.

Join Peter Pan as he transports the Darlings on an adventure they will never forget, packed full of evil pirates, Lost Boys and a very hungry crocodile.

EastEnders star Steve McFadden leads the panto cast as the villainous Captain Hook.

14 December-5 January To book, call 01322 220000, or visit orchardtheatre.co.uk

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THE CHRISTMAS ADVENTURES OF ARCHIE THE MOUSE BROOK THEATRE Go on a magical Christmas adventure at the Brook Theatre, Chatham, with Archie the Mouse and his friends.

Join Archie, the great explorer, as he travels to the North Pole and meets naughty pixies and snow fairies along the way. From Archie’s house to the woods and beyond, the journey is packed with fun things to do.

29 November-24 December To book, call 01634 338338, or visit medwayticketslive.co.uk

Our pick ALADDIN WHITE ROCK THEATRE Journey to magical faraway lands at the White Rock Theatre in Hastings this Christmas as Duncan James leads the cast in Aladdin – this year’s spectacular festive family pantomime.

Packed with all of the traditional ingredients audiences expect, Aladdin will feature star casting, a lamp-load of comedy, jaw-dropping effects, sensational song and dance and plenty of boos and hisses!

13-29 December To book, call 01424 462288, or visit whiterocktheatre.org.uk

PETER PAN ASSEMBLY HALL THEATRE Flying into Tunbridge Wells for Christmas 2019 is the swashbuckling adventure, Peter Pan. Taking the starring roles are Paul Bradley (Holby City’s Elliot Hope), Quinn Patrick (Tunbridge Wells’ favourite dame), Lloyd Warbey (Disney’s Art Attack), Holly Atterton (Nick Junior’s Go Go Go) and Sarah Jane Buckley (Hollyoaks).

Meet Peter and the lost boys, Tiger Lily and Tinker Bell and get ready for a family show full of fun, frolics, fairy dust, pirates galore and much more.

7 December-5 January To book, call 01892 530613, or visit assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

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CHRISTMAS ROX! THE WOODVILLE Christmas Rox is the story of a little girl who wants to be an Elf and play her guitar on Santa’s sleigh.

She practises really hard and enlists the help of her guitar teacher, Mr Kerrangle, and finally sets off to ask Santa to grant her wish when she visits him at the grotto in Gravesend.

But, before she gets to meet Santa she has to answer the questions put to her by Elfis, who is something of a ‘Guitar Man’ himself!

Meanwhile, Santa is desperately worried about Rudolf, who has a really bad paw and doesn’t even know if he will be able to pull the sleigh!

With plenty of songs and audience participation, join in to help Rox make her Christmas dream come true.

BEAUTY & THE BEAST HAZLITT THEATRE This Christmas, join the Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone, for a tale as old as time – Beauty & the Beast, starring Jake Quickenden from The X factor, Dancing on Ice and I’m a Celebrity… as Dano. With lavish scenery, sparkling costumes, dazzling special effects and rip-roaring comedy routines guaranteed to have you rolling in the aisles, this beast of a panto is a must-see.

11-24 December To book, call 01474 337500, or visit woodville.co.uk

30 November-31 December To book, call 01622 758611, or visit parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/hazlitt-theatre

CINDERELLA CENTRAL THEATRE Cinderella arrives in Chatham in this timeless tale of laughter, magic and true love.

The cast is led by Lucy Benjamin, who joins the cast as Fairy Godmother direct from her recent return to Albert Square in EastEnders.

Lucy is joined by Milkshake presenter Derek Moran as Dandini, while striking fear into the men of Medway as Cinderella’s Ugly Sisters will be Richard Pocock and Harry Hart.

As well as their extensive stage careers, Richard and Harry have worked together as the Uglies in previous years and can’t wait to have their wicked way once again!

12 December-5 January To book, call 01634 338338, or visit medwayticketslive.co.uk

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11-24 December Rox plays guitar and has been practising really hard so that she can play for Santa and his Elf at the grotto; and maybe even join them on the sleigh!

Santa is worried about Rudolf who has got a very sore foot and may not even be able to pull the sleigh.

Come and join Santa, Rudolf, Elf and Rox at the Woodville Studio for their rockin’ Christmas show.

Children £12, Adults £10, Grand Tickets £8 All tickets £8 using PROMO CODE MMM M AN EET WIT D GRE ET H PRE SANTA S EVE ENT FO + RY C R HILD

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Christmas Food & Gift Fayre & 17th November2018 2019 –- 10am 10am-3pm 24th16th & 25th November to 4pm

The BarnYard would like to welcome you to our popular Christmas Food & Gift Fayre in our beautifully decorated marquee where you are invited to sample & purchase all your festive favourites.

While you are there come & visit Father Christmas himself who will have just arrived to see you from the North Pole.

Visit our recently restocked farm & gift shop full of local festive goodies in perfect time for Christmas.

Throughout December our pretty oak beamed, fairylit barn restaurant, open 7 days a week, is offering a very popular Festive Lunch menu - book your table today & enjoy lunch in the most picturesque setting!

Our barn restaurant and bar is available to hire for exclusive use in the evening for celebrations ranging from our new ’Twilight’ weddings, birthday parties, christenings and wakes.

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Plain flour, for rolling 250g shortcrust pastry 250g mascarpone 2 medium free range eggs 2 tbsp snipped fresh chives 100g Waitrose Wafer Thin British Ham, shredded 100g Cropwell Bishop Blue Stilton, crumbled

PREPARATION

Makes: 12 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20-25 minutes Total time: 35-40 minutes 31

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 190°C, gas mark 5.

On a lightly-floured surface, roll out the pastry thinly, then, using an 8cm cutter, stamp out rounds and use to line a 12-hole fairy cake or bun tin.

2. In a bowl, beat together the mascarpone, eggs and chives, then stir in the ham and Stilton.

3. Divide among the pastry cases and bake for 20-25 minutes until set and golden brown.

Top Tip: Make up to 24 hours ahead of serving and keep chilled. Reheat for 15 minutes until warmed all the way through.

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Roast y Turke

INGREDIENTS

1 Waitrose 4-6kg Free Range Bronze Feathered Turkey 2-3 fresh bay leaves 1 lemon, cut into quarters lengthways 1 onion, peeled and cut into quarters 450g pack sausagemeat stuffing, optional 50g butter, melted, plus extra for greasing 20g pack fresh thyme

PREPARATION

Serves: 8, with leftovers Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes per kg (3-4 hours, depending on the size of turkey) + at least 30 minutes resting time Total time: 4 hours (approx)

METHOD

1Preheat oven to 180°C, gas mark 4.

Remove the giblets from the turkey and set aside for the gravy. Tear the bay leaves in half and place in the main cavity along with the lemon and onion.

2. Stuff the smaller neck cavity with sausagemeat stuffing, if using. Pull the skin back over the neck and secure with a cocktail stick. Brush the turkey skin with the melted butter and scatter the thyme over. Cover with foil (tucked around the bird and not over the tin) and roast according to pack instructions, remembering to account for the weight of the stuffing.

3. About 15-30 minutes before the end of cooking time, take the turkey from the oven and remove the foil.

4. Return to the oven and continue to roast until the bird is thoroughly cooked.

Insert a skewer into the thickest parts of the breast and thighs – the juices should run clear and there should be no pink meat. If the juices are still pink, return to the oven for 15 minutes before testing again. Check that the sausagemeat stuffing is cooked through.

5. Transfer to a warm serving dish. Cover tightly with buttered foil, then cover with clean tea towels. Leave to rest in a warm place for 30 minutes before carving.

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Our pick 5 TOP TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE CHRISTMAS COOKING 1. Be organised! Plan ahead, make lists and look up recipes online. Plan your food shopping in advance and avoid the busiest times, like weekends, if you can.

2. Get the whole family involved in peeling and preparing the vegetables the night before, then leave them in cold water in pans overnight. Make it a fun activity by listening to carols, describing your dream Christmas or telling festive stories.

3. Make sure you have enough food and drink for any unexpected guests so you’re not worrying on the big day about whether you can stretch it far enough.

4. Ask your guests in advance what their favourite food, drink and nibbles are then stock up – that way you’ll ensure everyone is happy.

5. Wash-up as you go – a clean and tidy kitchen makes for harmonious cooking!

HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS WITH BROGDALE BUTCHERS

Whatever meat, poultry or game you require to make your Christmas truly memorable, Brogdale Butchers can supply it. They know their farmers and they know that by working with them closely every day, everybody wins. They get to send you the best meat, and their farmers can rely on a fair price, and trust in their support for traditional husbandry.

Find them at Dobbies Garden Centres in Ashford and Gillingham, Riggers Gallery at Standard Quay, Ruxley Manor in Sidcup, Tonbridge Road in Pembury and Herne Bay Road in Sturry. thebutcherofbrogdale.co.uk

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HAVE A WONDERFUL CHISTMAS WITH BROGDALE BUTCHERS

Whatever meat, poultry or game you require to make your Christmas truly memorable, we can supply it.

We know our farmers and we know that by working with them closely every day, everybody wins. We get to send you the best meat, and our farmers can rely on a fair price, and trust in our support for traditional husbandry.

Coupled with our wide range of local produce and speciality sausages we have everything you need.

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PREPARATION

Serves: 8 Preparation time: 20 minutes plus chilling Cooking time: 45 minutes Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes plus chilling

METHOD

1. Unroll the pastry sheet and use to line a 20cm fluted, loose-bottomed tart case (you may need to roll it out a little to help it fit). Leave any extra pastry hanging over the edges and lightly prick the base with a fork. Line the case with a large circle of scrunched-up then smoothed-out baking parchment. Fill with baking beans, then chill for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200°C, gas mark 6.

2. Blind bake the pastry case for 15 minutes, then carefully lift out the parchment and beans and bake for 8-10 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool 36

slightly. Meanwhile, make the streusel topping. Put the flour, sugar, oats, butter and mandarin zest in a mixing bowl with a pinch of salt, then rub together with your fingers to make a clumpy crumble.

3. Use a serrated knife to trim the excess pastry from the case. Spoon in the mincemeat, leaving a gap about 0.3cm at the top. (Depending on your tin, you might not need the second jar).

4. Sprinkle over the streusel and bake for 20 minutes. Serve cool, dusted with icing sugar, if liked.

Top tip: A glass of Amaretto is the perfect accompaniment to this pudding.

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Christmas Party Menu 3 Courses £34.95

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Earlybird Menu (Monday - Wednesday) £29.95 Booking Required

Christmas Party Menu Starters PHEASANT, PIGEON AND PORK TERRINE Pistachio Nuts, Pickles, Calvados and Prune Puree ROAST TOMATO AND RED PEPPER SOUP Pimiento Pepperade and Basil Cream SMOKED MACKEREL AND SPRING ONION PÂTÉ Citrus Butter and French Style Bread

Desserts

Mains TURKEY PAUPIETTE Pigs in Blankets, Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Puddings, Brussel Sprouts, Roast Carrots, Root Vegetable Mash and Red Cabbage

HENGIST MADE CHRISTMAS PUDDING Brandy Custard WHITE CHOCOLATE AND RASPBERRY MOUSSE Honeycomb and Caramac Shavings

16 HOUR SLOW BRAISED FEATHER BLADE Pigs in Blankets, Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Puddings, Brussel Sprouts, Roast Carrots, Root Vegetable Mash and Red Cabbage

SELECTION OF 3 BRITISH CHEESES Crackers, Apple and Chutney

PAN-FRIED DEBONED SKATE WING Wild Rocket Caper Beurre Noisette and Parsely New Potatoes

COFFEE OR TEA AND MINI MINCE PIE Extra £2.00 Per Person

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ROAST BUTTERNUT SQUASH & CRISPY GNOCCHI Sage, Feta Cheese and Baby Spinach

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Christmas h c n u P y r r e b n Cra INGREDIENTS

Anno Cranberry & Gin (50ml) Apple Juice (175ml) Cinnamon Stick Slices of orange Nutmeg (pinch)

INSTRUCTIONS

Simmer ingredients (minus Anno Cranberry) in a lidded pan for 15-20 minutes.

Allow to cool slightly, add Anno Cranberry and serve in a latte glass with cinnamon and orange.

Top tip

Make sure the spirits and mixers are chilled for refreshingly festive drinks

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The emporium caters for all shoppers’ needs, including disabled access and onsite rest rooms. Dogs are even welcome.

Pop along and see for yourself.

Scoring highly on Trip Advisor, here are some comments from Petticoat Lane’s visitors: “Enjoyed visiting here, lots of quirky and quaint things to see, ideal for collectors.”

“Great way to spend several hours looking and buying collectors items.”

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To be part of the South East’s largest emporium and rent a pitch or cabinet, please call 01303 487124.

etticoat Lane Emporium in Ramsgate is, at 15,000 sq ft, the South East’s largest indoor shopping extravaganza of its type.

The proprietors – Richard Tozer and Kevin Shaw – have taken this former roller-skating rink in Ramsgate and launched an Aladdin’s Cave of Wonders, as featured on the BBC’s Antiques Road Trip celebrity edition.

With vintage, retro, craft, art and antique merchandise – including the independent shops Bow street bag, Ciao Bella jewellery, Crafty, Coastal vintage and the vintage tea room – it is the ideal place to find that exclusive and unique gift.

The concept of Petticoat Lane Emporium is to provide a pleasant environment

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Boxing Day Extend the festive spirit into Boxing Day. We are open and serving delicious food until 7:30pm with a brand new Boxing Day menu.

Come and enjoy a sumptuous 3-course Christmas lunch set menu for £30 for 2 people! Available Monday- Thursday throughout December. Excludes Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

New Year’s Eve Come celebrate New Year’s Eve with us!

We know how to party and you won’t be disappointed. Food will be served until 8.30pm, followed by a disco until late.

Hotel guests receive free entrance to the disco, diners get 50% off, otherwise it is £30 for a ticket.

Christmas Day We won’t be open for Christmas Day dinner, however you can pop by for a drink (or two) at the bar.

Bigger & Better Christmas Parties Celebrate with style over the festive period, contact us now to book your party for a truly unforgettable experience.

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LEEDS CASTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Let your Christmas wishes take flight at Leeds Castle as the beautiful state rooms are transformed into a magical kingdom of birds and festive feathers. Begin your journey through the magnificent castle rooms with a magical forest featuring owls and red-breasted robins surrounded by glittering snowdrops.

Then visit the Christmas Market on the castle lawn to discover a splendid array of seasonal gifts, toys, festive decorations, specialist food and drink, nostalgic fairground rides and live music.

Christmas Market: 23, 24 & 30 November, 1, 7, 8, 14 & 15 December Castle Decorations: 23 November-1 January leeds-castle.com

ROCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKET

Rochester Christmas Market is set in the picturesque Rochester Castle Gardens.

You can browse a variety of stalls for unique gift ideas and stocking fillers, wander through the Bavarian food village or visit the funfair. There will also be live performers to keep you entertained, and a guaranteed snowfall, all framed by Rochester’s fairy-tale cathedral and castle.

Meanwhile, this year’s Dickensian Christmas Festival promises a feast of Victorian delights, costumed characters, parades and open-air carol concerts.

Christmas Market: 30 November & 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15 December Dickensian Festival: 7-8 December medway.gov.uk/christmas

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CHRISTMAS AT HEVER CASTLE

This Christmas Hever Castle will take you on a magical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice in Wonderland.

During the day you will be met with beautifully decorated castle rooms, welcoming log fires and twinkling Christmas trees.

Outside in the grounds, follow the whimsical Alice in a Christmas Wonderland themed interactive trail and wander through the illuminated gardens as dusk falls.

Take the children to see Father Christmas, enjoy relaxed Christmas shopping in the gift shops, and sample delicious festive food.

23 November-8 December (WednesdaySunday only), 9-24 December (daily) hevercastle.co.uk

SCOTNEY CASTLE CHRISTMAS Enter a Victorian Christmas at Scotney Catle in Lamberhurst as former inhabitants the Hussey family would have enjoyed it, with traditional decorations, twinkling lights on festive trees and toys within the house.

Treat yourself to a delicious festive lunch in the tea room, or a hot chocolate and mince pie after a stroll around the garden. If you are visiting with children, they can complete the festive Noah’s ark trail, visit Father Christmas for storytelling in the mansion, or you can arrange for a personal meet and greet with the big man.

23 November-5 January nationaltrust.org.uk/scotney-castle

TENTERDEN CHRISTMAS MARKET

Christmas in Tenterden was originally celebrated with a late-night shopping evening for people within the locality, and has now grown into a wonderful Christmas Market weekend offering the best local artisan food producers, gifts for Christmas, festive crafts, a wonderful Santa’s grotto and so much more – all positioned along Tenterden’s beautiful and historic High Street.

And don’t miss the Tenterden Christmas lights switch on, which takes place on Friday 22 November.

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IGHTHAM MOTE CHRISTMAS

Visit the festively decorated ground floor of this beautiful house at Ivy Hatch, near Sevenoaks, and take part in some of Ightham Mote’s Christmas events.

A special Christmas Mini-Market and opening weekend takes place from 30 November to1 December, when visitors can see the Christmas-dressed house unveiled. The market will continue throughout the weekend, with local producers’ stalls, and Father Christmas will hand out gifts to children from 11am to 2.30pm. There will also be a Christmas kids trail and craft activities as well as other festivities.

A special Christmas Wreath-Making workshop will take place on 2 December.

30 November-5 January nationaltrust.org.uk/ightham-mote

RUXLEY MANOR ICE RINK

It wouldn’t be Christmas at Ruxley Manor in Sidcup without the indoor Ice Rink, and it will be returning again this year with a lot more off-peak sessions, toddler sessions, new SEN sessions and a whole host of other exciting events.

Ruxley Manor will also welcome Father Christmas on 16 November, who will arrive on an open top double decker bus to officially open his grotto after saying a few festive words in The Mulberry Tree Square.

There will also be stilt walkers and a Rock Choir, as well as the arrival of the Ruxley Reindeer!

Ice rink: 18 October-6 January Father Christmas’s Arrival: 16 November ruxley-manor.co.uk

ROYAL ENGINEERS MUSEUM WARTIME CHRISTMAS Head to the Royal Engineers Museum in Gillingham to discover how Christmas was celebrated during the Second World War. Immerse yourself in the festivities and get a vintage makeover, watch live demonstrations or browse the market for festive handicrafts and last-minute treats.

On Sunday 8 December, enjoy the Brompton & Invicta Military Wives Choir as they sing traditional Christmas carols. Meanwhile, little ones can visit Sapper Santa’s Grotto and Workshop, where they can make decorations, write letters, receive a gift.

7-8 December re-museum.co.uk

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CANTERBURY ON ICE

Get your skates on and head to Canterbury’s spectacular Christmas ice rink as it comes to the Dane John Gardens for spins, twists and turns this festive season.

The gardens form a historic park within the city walls, within walking distance of the centre, and will provide a dramatic backdrop for the rink with twinkling lights and views available from the city wall walkway and the top of the ancient mound.

The rink, which will have a clear roof to allow skating whatever the weather, will be complemented by a variety of food and drink outlets. Among the offerings will be sweet and savoury snacks, hot drinks and alcoholic seasonal drinks at the Christmas bar.

29 November-1January (closed Christmas Day) canterburyonice.co.uk

‘BACK TO THE BARN’ AT THE OLD KENT BARN

Head down to The Old Kent Barn in Swingfield on 30 November for ‘Back to the Barn’ – a night of fun and dancing in aid of the Tiny Toes charity at East Kent Hospital. Set in an idyllic rural location, the barn is set in manicured landscaped grounds and surrounded by picturesque Kent countryside, making it the perfect backdrop… If you’re one of the lucky couples who have married here, what better way to relive all the magic of your special day? This stunning venue is also hosting an open day on 17 November.

Open day: 17 November, 12noon-5pm Back to the Barn: 30 November theoldkentbarn.co.uk

CHRISTMAS AT CHARTWELL

Christmas is a time for traditions, from those passed down through families to new discoveries with friends that become part of your festive celebrations.

This season, Chartwell, near Westerham, has a variety of events and experiences, including Christmas lunches, a storytelling weekend, the 12 days of Christmas trail, wintery walks across the estate, and a festive market open from 21-24 November. Rooms of the house are open on select days in December and decked out with Christmas sparkle ready to bring heaps of fun.

Selected dates in November and December nationaltrust.org.uk/chartwell

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MARIO VALENTINO MARIO FOLD OVER DIVINA £59 HOUSE OF FRASER

DAMSEL IN A DRESS SAMIRA MAXI DRESS £220 JOHN LEWIS V BY VERY STRIPE SEQUIN WRAP DRESS £65 VERY

DIVAA – MULTI NEEDLE HEEL CROSS STRAP POINTED COURT SHOE £120 DUNE

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BIBA ANIMAL SEQUIN SKIRT £99 HOUSE OF FRASER

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MAC DAZZLESHADOW LIQUID EYESHADOW, FLASH AND DASH £16.50 JOHN LEWIS

YVES SAINT LAURENT TOUCHE ÉCLAT ILLUMINATING PEN £25 DEBENHAMS

GUERLAIN MÉTÉORITES HIGHLIGHTER DUO, HOLOGRAPHIC £45 JOHN LEWIS

YVES SAINT LAURENT LA LAQUE COUTURE £20 EACH JOHN LEWIS

HYPNOTIC POISON EAU DE PARFUM 50ML £75 HOUSE OF FRASER

MAC EYESHADOW BURGUNDY TIMES NINE £23.40 JOHN LEWIS YVES SAINT LAURENT ROUGE VOLUPTE SHINE LIPSTICK £28 EACH BOOTS

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TOM FORD SOLEIL BLANC SHIMMERING BODY OIL £72 HOUSE OF FRASER

TOO FACED NATURAL EYES NEUTRAL EYESHADOW COLLECTION £34 JOHN LEWIS

DIORSHOW ICONIC LASH CURLING MASCARA £28 HOUSE OF FRASER

ELEMIS SLEEP BATH & SHOWER ELIXIR, £55 JOHN LEWIS SHISEIDO WHIPPED POWDER BLUSH £32 HOUSE OF FRASER

GUCCI FLORA EAU DE PARFUM £49 DEBENHAMS

ESTEE LAUDER LIPSTICK £27 JOHN LEWIS

CHARLOTTE TILBURY MULTI-MIRACLE GLOW CLEANSER, MASK & BALM £45 JOHN LEWIS

SATIN LIPSTICK £22 NARS COSMETICS

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s a m t s i Chr … e l k r a sp ASYMMETRICAL HEART NECKLACE £60 PANDORA

SILVER CZ DOUBLE STRAND TEARDROP EARRINGS £75 NECKLACE £75 KAIZEN

9CT GOLD FILIGREE LEAF DROP EARRINGS £175 FRASER HART THREE ROW PEARL NECKLACE £495 KAIZEN MISSOMA 18CT GOLD VERMEIL ECLIPSE PAVE MOON £59 JOHN LEWIS 9ct White Gold 0.50ct Diamond Tennis Bracelet £999, 9ct White Gold 0.25ct Diamond Oval Halo Ring £875

Cathy wears: 9ct White Gold 0.25ct Diamond Open Tear Drop Earrings £799, 9ct White Gold 0.12ct Diamond Open Tear Drop Pendant £475,

FRASER HART

SILVER CZ LONG DROP SOLITAIRE EARRINGS KAIZEN

The prestigious Fraser Hart Maidstone jewellery store is situated in the bustling retail development of Fremlin Walk in the heart of the town.

With large windows to display an impressive range of diamond and precious stone rings alongside beautiful silver and platinum jewellery, this glittering shop is the ideal place to visit when seeking something special.

The Fraser Hart store in Maidstone has years of experience which is provided by their dedicated team, who are always on hand to provide expert advice and insight. fraserhart.co.uk

KAIZEN

Kaizen Antiques & Jewellery has been a well established shop in the centre of historic Rochester since 1997, and the proprietor, Jason Hunt, has been managing the establishment on this site since 1988.

The shop has a fantastic reputation within the area and beyond, with people travelling from all over the world to visit it or commission jewellery from the on-site workshop.

Kaizen truly is a treasure trove of beautiful jewellery, antique furniture, silver, paintings and ceramics. Do pop in to see them! kaizenantiques.co.uk 68

EATON & JONES

Eaton & Jones are an independent, family-run jewellery business based in the charming market town of Tenterden. Between the team, they have almost 90 years experience in the design and making of jewellery. ​There is a wonderful array of new and second-hand jewellery in the shop window, and if you can’t find exactly what you are after they can design and make it in their on-site workshop.

Eaton & Jones specialise in original handmade platinum, gold and silver jeweller,y and love to work with unusual, striking gemstones.

So if you dream of creating a beautiful piece of jewellery for a loved one, or as a treat for yourself, they will be happy to help. eatonandjones.co.uk

9CT WHITE & ROSE GOLD, MOISSANITE SOLITAIRE NECKLACE £370 VAROSHE

EVE SILVER STUD EARRINGS,

BY JACKS TURNER £55 VAROSHE

PLEATED PAPER PLANE CUFFLINKS, BY ALICE BARNES £90 VAROSHE

G PERIDOT CLUSTER RIN S £5,645 EATON & JONE

AMULET STERLING SILVER CHARM CUFF £160 LINKS OF LONDON

DIAMOND AND TURQUOISE WIRE BRACELET IN 18K WHITE GOLD £2,525 TIFFANY & CO

MICHAEL KORS MINI PORTIA LADIES WATCH £219 FRASER HART

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VAROSHE

Varoshe offers bespoke jewellery, made by an award-winning team. Situated in the picturesque town of West Malling, the Varoshe premises opened its doors in April 2018.

Their on-site workshop and gallery-style showroom have been designed to celebrate the craft of handmade jewellery. On display you will discover collections made by Varoshe, as well as other independent designers, creating an eclectic mix of styles and techniques. varoshe.com

18CT & PLATINUM ASYMMETRIC DIAMOND & SAPPHIRE RING £3,220 VAROSHE

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MIDNIGHT-BLUE SLIM-FIT FAILLETRIMMED MOHAIR AND WOOLBLEND TUXEDO JACKET £1,295 MAXIMILIAN MOGG

IVORY FLORAL SILK-JACQUARD BLAZER £1,150 FAVOURBROOK

KARNEY POINTED TOE CAP OXFORD SHOES, BLACK £96 TED BAKER

TOMMY SILK DOT TIE £55 EACH TOMMY HILFIGER TAILORING

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POLLODIUM – TAUPE HEAVY BROGUE SHOE £115 DUNE

SKOPES JOSS WAISTCOAT £49.95 HOUSE OF FRASER

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… m i h r Gifts fo MEN’S ULTRA-LIGHT FACE CARE GIFT SETS £44 MOLTON BROWN

DOLCE & GABBANA POUR HOMME EAU DE TOILETTE £61.65 JOHN LEWIS

AMAZON KINDLE PAPERWHITE WATERPROOF E-READER £99.95 JOHN LEWIS

BRIGGS & RILEY SUITER DUFFLE BAG, BLACK £289 JOHN LEWIS

PHONE HOLDER (ARMBAND) £5 FLYING TIGER

BEOSOUND 1 PORTABLE SMART SPEAKER WITH THE GOOGLE ASSISTANT £1,250 BANG & OLUFSEN

MULBERRY LARGE CHECK LAMBSWOOL SCARF £150 JOHN LEWIS

BOTTEGA VENETA ESSENCE AROMATIQUE POUR HOMME SCRUB £36 DEBENHAMS

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CROSLEY KEEPSAKE USB TURNTABLE, BLUE/TAN £179.99 JOHN LEWIS

UGEARS CHRONOGRAPH TIMER WOOD PUZZLE £28 JOHN LEWIS

HUGO BOSS THE SCENT PRIVATE ACCORD FOR HIM EAU DE TOILETTE FROM £52 JOHN LEWIS

CHROME SHAVING SET WITH BOWL JOHN LEWIS

GENTLEMEN’S HARDWARE BEARD CARE KIT £35 JOHN LEWIS

SEA DWELLER 2019 MODEL, OYSTERSTEEL & YELLOW GOLD £12,400 ROLEX

TERRE D’HERMES EAU DE TOILETTE £320 HOUSE OF FRASER

ENGINE-TURNED CUFFLINKS £285 TIFFANY & CO

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ZENITH DEFY CLASSIC AUTOMATIC SKELETON BRUSHED WATCH £5,400 MR PORTER

S E I B B O H Y B N R O H E R T N E C VISITOR

history e h t h g u y thro e n r u o j toys! a d e v o l Take t s e itain’s b r B f o e m of so

Open every day, from 10am – 4pm (closed from 2pm on Christmas Eve, closed on 25, 26, & 27 December, closed from 2pm on New Year’s Eve, closed on New Year’s Day) Browse our range of toy train sets, find the perfect Christmas gift in our shop and visit our cafe Tel: 01843 233524 • Web: www.hornby.com Facebook & Instagram: @officialhornby • Twitter: @hornby Westwood Industrial Estate, Margate, Kent, CT9 4JX 75

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PERSONALISED ROCKING MAMMOTH £129.90 SIMPLY COLORS

HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE CHILDREN’S EASEL £65 KIDLY

ABC CHRISTMAS 2019 LEWIS BEAR ELF £30 JOHN LEWIS

EMOJINARY GAME £20 HOUSE OF FRASER PERSONALISED CHILDREN’S STORY BOOK £21.99 WONDERBLY TOY STORY RADIO CONTROL CAR £29.99 SMYTHS TOYS

HASBRO GAMING – SPEAK OUT KIDS VS PARENTS GAME £22 DEBENHAMS

SANTA EXPRESS TRAIN SET £54.99 HORNBY HOBBIES

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Meet, shop, eat & relax Visit our Free Christmas Grotto see website for dates

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Festive memories made at Chartwell From the Christmas market and a decorated house to bookable festive lunches in the cafĂŠ, there are plenty of memories to make this season at Chartwell.

Please check the website for event dates and times.

These are the places that make us. nationaltrust.org.uk/chartwell

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The Rustic Company Stunning summerhouses and garden furniture Built to be the heart of your garden

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The star of the show – Santa Claus – is getting ready to fly into Kent for Christmas! So our busy elves have found the best festive places to visit him at magical grottos across the county…

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BEARS TRADING COMPANY 134 Tankerton Road, Whitstable CT5 2AN, 01227 264950 thebearstradingcompany.co.uk

BLUEWATER

Bluewater Parkway, Greenhithe DA9 9ST bluewater.co.uk

BROADDITCH FARM

Manor Farm, New Barn Road, Southfleet DA13 9PU, 01474 834161 broadditch.co.uk

HEMPSTEAD VALLEY

THE REINDEER CENTRE

HEVER CASTLE

RUXLEY MANOR

THE HOP FARM

MILLBROOK GARDEN CENTRE

KENT LIFE

WHITE CLIFFS CHRISTMAS

LEEDS CASTLE

WHITEFRIARS CANTERBURY

THE RARE BREEDS CENTRE

WHITSTABLE CASTLE

47 Hempstead Valley Drive, Hempstead, Gillingham ME7 3PD, 01634 387076 hempsteadvalley.com

Hever, Nr Edenbridge TN8 7NG 01732 865224 hevercastle.co.uk

Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood TN12 6PY, 01732 865224 thehopfarm.co.uk

Lock Lane, Sandling, Nr Maidstone ME14 3AU, 01622 763936 kentlife.org.uk

Leeds, Nr Maidstone ME17 1PL 01622 765400 leeds-castle.com

Highlands Farm, Woodchurch, Nr Ashford TN26 3RJ, 01233 861493 rarebreeds.org.uk

Capralama Farm, Pluckley Road, Bethersden TN26 3EQ 07769 212 455 reindeercentre.co.uk

Maidstone Road, Orpington DA14 5BQ, 020 8300 0084 ruxley-manor.co.uk

Station Road, Southfleet DA13 9PA 01474 331135 millbrookgc.co.uk

Harbour House, Dover CT17 9BU 01304 240400 events.doverport.co.uk

14 Gravel Walk, Canterbury CT1 2TF 01227 826760 whitefriars.co.uk

Tower Hill, Whitstable CT5 2BW 01227 281726 whitstablecastle.co.uk

DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRE

Courteney Road, Gillingham ME8 0FB 01634 224630 dobbies.com

DREAMLAND

49-51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XJ 01843 295887 dreamland.co.uk

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HAWLEY GARDEN CENTRE Hawley Road, Dartford, DA2 7RB 01322 224108 hawleygardencentre.co.uk

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Pics: Bradley © BBC Studios/Ben Blackall. Holly © Featureflash/dreamstime.com

Christmas brings some of the best TV of the year, including festive films and old favourites. Ahead of the official announcements, we round-up the early information and rumours about what we might expect to see

TAKE OFF WITH BRADLEY AND HOLLY, BBC ONE A new TV show will land this Christmas starring firm TV favourites Holly Willoughby and Bradley Walsh, who are sure to make a brilliant ‘air’ hostess and host!

They will give studio audience members the chance to win the trip of a lifetime to Father Christmas’s home, Lapland – and as an extra gift to all of us, the festive special promises be packed with incredible surprises, games and more, leading up to a spectacular end of show finale.

Bradley says: “Holly and I are going to help people have a wonderful Christmas, and we’re going to have a right laugh while we do it!”. Holly says: “I couldn’t be happier – Christmas is my favourite time of year!”

CALL THE MIDWIFE, BBC ONE

The Christmas special is always a mustsee treat, usually requiring large boxes of hankies – but there are priceless comic moments, too.

Here, sheep once again muscle in on a Christmas birth or two as Mother Mildred leads an expedition to the Outer Hebrides, which has a desperate need for nurses and midwives. Exposed to the elements, they operate in bleak conditions with limited access to water and electricity.

Will they make it back to Poplar (in reality the streets at Chatham Dockyard) in time for Christmas Day itself?

This episode will mark the start of an amazing ninth series, and with a tenth and 11th already commissioned.

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STRICTLY COME DANCING, BBC ONE

They’re back!

Pic: © BBC/Fulwell 73/Tidy Productions/Baby Cow Productions

This was the celebrity line-up at the start of this year’s series, so we are in a right old twirl over who will be left by the time we reach the Grand Final on 14 December. What a taster for Christmas!

In the picture are: David James, Saffron Barker, Mike Bushell, Michelle Visage, Emma Barton, Kelvin Fletcher, Will Bayley, Alex Scott, Anneka Rice, Dev Griffin, Catherine Tyldesley, James Cracknell, Karim Zeroual, Chris Ramsay and Viscountess Emma Weymouth.

As ever, Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly are our glamorous (and funny) hosts. Strictly finales are always promise a spectacular show including show dances and special guest performers.

Pics: Claudia & Tess © BBC/David Oldham. Group shot © BBC/Ray Burmiston

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THE QUEEN’S CHRISTMAS MESSAGE, BBC ONE & ITV For many, The Queen is unmissable at Christmas, and after this turbulent year in politics, we will no doubt be focusing on the wise words in her annual message more closely than ever!

Woohoo, they’re back – in an hour-long festive special! But what’s occurring?

It’s been nine years since we last saw the BAFTA Award winner, so there’s a lot to catch up on. The series ended with Essex boy Gavin (Mathew Horne) and Welsh lass Stacey (Joanna Page) taking in the big news that they were expecting a baby, while Nessa (Ruth Jones) and ‘Smithy’ (James Corden) were reconciled after he barnstormed her wedding.

This time round, James Corden says they plan to deliver a ‘nostalgic joy-bomb’. Goodoh! He and co-writer Ruth Jones said: “Over the last 10 years we’ve talked a lot about Gavin and Stacey – where they might be today and what their lives might look like. And so in secret we took the plunge. We’ve loved revisiting Barry and Essex again.”

The parents (Larry Lamb, Alison Steadman, Rob Brydon and Melanie Walters) are also back.

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GAVIN & STACEY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, BBC ONE

BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR, BBC ONE

Pic: © BBC/Paul Cooper

In one of the most poular annual Christmas shows, Gabby Logan, Gary Lineker and Clare Balding (right) will celebrate a huge year of sport at Aberdeen’s new P&J Live arena on 15 December, and reveal the winners.

Prior to the big event, on 13-14 December the city will also host the inaugural BBC Festival of Sport, which will give people a chance to try out a variety of sports.

Tickets for the TV show sold out in just five minutes – the quickest sell-out since it went on the road in 2006!

But never fear, a limited number of extra tickets will be available closer to the event. Keep an eye on the website: bbc.co.uk/sport/sports-personality

Pic: © BBC/Can Do Productions/Adorable Media/Michael Carlo

s e o r e h g n i t r o Sp MARTIN’S CLOSE, BBC FOUR

Two years after he waved goodbye to Doctor Who on Christmas Day, Peter Capaldi is to return for a new festive release – a ghost story adapted from M R James’ short story following a 17th-century murder trial with a supernatural twist.

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ON THIN ICE… This year’s brave celebrity line-up. Can you spot who’s who?

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DANCING ON ICE, ITV

After a Christmas Special, the celebs competing in the New Year are: Love Island’s Maura Higgins, former Steps star Ian ‘H’ Watkins, model Caprice, comedian Michael Barrymore, TV star Joe Swash, Corrie’s Lisa George, Diversity’s now grown-up Perri Kiely, ITV News’ Lucrezia Millarini, footballer Kevin Kilbane, Paralympic sprinter Libby Clegg, magician Ben Hanlin and TV host Trisha Goddard.

Plus John Barrowman joins as a new judge!

Pic: © Tatjana Baibakova/Dreamstime.com

Final TV tidbits…

NADIA’S FAMILY FEASTS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, ITV

Pic: © BBC/Leopard Pictures/Matt Burlem

Actress Nadia Sawalha follows up a new autumn series featuring her family recipes with Christmas and New Year specials.

As you might remember, she won Celebrity MasterChef in 2009, so her festive TV treats are sure to be super-tasty.

WORZEL GUMMIDGE, BBC ONE

Our favourite scarecrow is coming back, and with a whole new face – that of Kent comedy ace Mackenzie Crook, of The Office and Pirates of the Caribbean fame!

Mackenzie, who was born in Maidstone and went to grammar school in Dartford, has also written and directed these two new one-hour specials, which are tipped to be among the ‘gems’ of the festive season.

And that’s not the only treat in store – Sir Michael Palin pops up in the second film as The Green Man – the creator of the scarecrows, with Harry Potter star Zoë Wanamaker as eccentric aristo Lady Bloomsbury Barton. Vicki Pepperdine (known from Wild Bill, Johnny English and Getting On) plays Aunt Sally, while League of Gentlemen’s Steve Pemberton is Mr Braithwaite, the farmer.

Inspired by the children’s books, Mackenzie’s up-to-date adaptation has a bizarre twist on climate change – at Scatterbrook Farm the seasons have stopped and the harvest hasn’t arrived! So it’s up to Worzel and the two new children he befriends to save the day, leading to ‘magic, mystery and mayhem’.

“Adapting Barbara Euphan Todd’s books into these two films has been a joy,” says Mackenzie, “and I’ve completely fallen for her charming, irreverent scarecrow!”

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FREE CHRISTMAS FILMS 24/7, SONY MOVIES CHRISTMAS CHANNEL

Great news for festive film fans – the Sony Movies Christmas channel is broadcasting back-toback Christmas films, 24 hours a day until the end of January, Watch on Freeview 50, Sky 319, Virgin 424 and Freesat 303

made at Scotney Castle Spend time with those special to you this Christmas at Scotney Castle. See the decorated house, book in for a Christmas lunch, bring the kids to take part in the garden trail or make a date to meet Father Christmas.

These are the places that make us. nationaltrust.org.uk/Scotney Castle

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