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Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight
Christmas stamps, as featured on this year’s COUNTRY LIFE Advent calendar cover, are a cherished annual event– but how did they become one? Emma Hughes investigates
Our pick of your best letters and some wise words from our favourite stars…
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They say a pic is worth a thousand words. What does yours say about your special moment? Here one reader shares the story behind her favourite photo
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