Making spirits bright

Stay at a country house hotel, where you’ll make your own wreath, Christmas candle and wax melts under expert tuition

Relaxed, rewilded and reconnected with friends, family and the world beneath our feet – that’s the spirit inspiring the way we host, holiday, dress our homes and spend our time right now

Handcrafted gifts and seasonal buys from our favourite artisans, small businesses and high-street brands

Hoteliers know a thing or two about decor – why not bring that five-star feeling to your place, too?

Make December extra special as you sail along the Rhine, stopping at five magical festive markets

Wondering where to start? Here’s our beginners’ toolkit brimming with brilliant hacks, buys and ideas