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Christmas with the stars

TV presenter Lorraine Kelly, who lives in Buckinghamshire with her husband Steve and their much-loved dog Angus, shares her Christmas plans

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TIME AT CHRISTMAS?

I really love the build-up to the big day, and most especially Christmas Eve when all the decorations are up, the table is set and the fridge is full. I light scented candles, open a bottle of cava and just take it all in. There’s that wonderful tingly feeling of looking forward to the big day.

WHAT’S YOUR NON-NEGOTIABLE MUST-HAVE AT CHRISTMAS?

Our daughter Rosie being home with us. She lives in London and will come over on Christmas Eve with her wee dog Ruby. Also we have to have a huge walk with the dogs before, and most especially after, the big dinner. I also have to have an entire Chocolate Orange for my breakfast which I refuse to share with anyone.

WHAT PART OF CHRISTMAS

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