From wreath-making in Palladian mansions and a spectacular llight trail to merry markets and festive crafts, this Christmas is an extravaganza of twinkling events and sparkling experiences. So, ho-ho-how about it, asks Harriet Cooper

To mark the publication of her latest book Manners & Mischief, in which she shares anecdotes and tales of living life to the full, Lady Anne Glenconner talks to Harriet Cooper about all things festive, from her childhood Christmases at Holkham and receiving gifts from Princess Margaret to why she’ll always buy her crackers in Wells

The Thursford Collection director, who was awarded an OBE in 2020, talks to Harriet Cooper about cosy pubs, festive celebrations and why the Christmas Spectacular is so special

Polly Coke, Countess of Leicester, who lives at Holkham Hall, shares her favourite places with Harriet Cooper, from gift shopping in Burnham Market to breakfasting in Binham

Bestselling local author Heidi Swain knows a thing or two about festive fiction – she’s written six super seasonal novels of her own. So we asked her to share eight reads to get us in the Christmas spirit!