No matter how old you are, everyone can recall the sheer joy of opening the door on their Christmas advent calendar every December morning. Watching the days creep every-so-slowly closer and closer to Christmas was as much fun as seeing what surprise lay behind the door. Moira Stuart’s acclaimed interview series draws to a close with an unmissable final guest. On 19 December, Moira sits down with the head of the Anglican church worldwide, the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, who opens up about his life and faith, what Christmas means to him, and asks Moira to play a selection of his favourite carols. Listen from 9pm. 20 December: The Prince’s Foundation Carol Concert with John Suchet Superdrug adds new 'VIP Rewards' offers to its existing loyalty scheme – here's what you need to know

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Many of these advent calendars were lovingly handmade, each boasting its own unique style and charm. Inside each box, a world of surprises awaited, ranging from delectable sweets to fragrant herbs for the kitchen, tiny Lego toys to indulgent chocolate bars. In our household, we have one for each of our boys and another one to share between my husband and me. But there was a special tradition tied to my birthday. Since my birthday fell on an even-numbered day in December, I always opened the even-numbered windows of the calendar so that I could savor a piece of chocolate on my special day. As a child, the arrival of December always brought with it a sense of excitement. Even as we grew up, that excitement persisted, albeit now manifesting in the form of chocolate advent calendars. Inside each of these creatively designed advent calendars, the possibilities were endless. You could tailor the surprises or treats to suit the recipient, making them perfect for anyone, whether it was for a child, a friend, or a family member. Typically, the design of these calendars features a window for each day of December, with each number sealed with a perforated edge. In the past, these advent calendars were a childhood favorite, with each day revealing a small chocolate behind the foil.

The concept of a perfume advent calendar made its online debut, with several fragrance companies embracing the idea. Mirroring the design of the traditional chocolate advent calendar, each window was equipped with a perforation, concealing a fragrant treat behind it. We're unwrapping the magic of the season with our NEW Pure and Pure Royal Advent Calendar!As the sun sets on summer, we're diving headfirst into the festive spirit, and what better way to do it than with your favourite fragrances? There were twenty-four windows to open, leading up to the grand reveal behind window number 24, which held the largest chocolate, adding an extra dose of excitement to the Christmas countdown.Andrea Bocelli sings 'Adeste Fideles' for Believe in Christmas concert 25 December: Christmas Day Requests with Anne-Marie Minhall In 2020, FM experienced a significant surge in sales when they introduced their own perfume advent calendar, joining the trend and offering fragrance enthusiasts a unique and delightful way to count down the days to Christmas.

Say hello to 24 days of pure olfactory delight as you open the doors to our enchanting advent calendar.Each day, you or a loved one will discover a luxurious 15-ml Pure or Pure Royal fragrance, carefully curated to make your journey to Christmas simply unforgettable.From the first spray to the last, you'll be treated to a symphony of scents that'll elevate your senses and keep you enchanted throughout the season. If you've got a Marcus easy-access savings account or cash ISA, you can easily boost your interest rate to 4.75% – here's how. Transitioning into the 1990s and 2000s, while chocolate advent calendars continued to grace the shelves of stores, a new trend began to emerge. Advent calendars started to take on a variety of creative forms, departing from the traditional chocolate-filled designs. Vote now: Win a Christmas hamper or smart speaker by choosing your favourite carol 25 December: A Royal Christmas with Alan Titchmarsh There’s another exclusive Christmas concert to cosy up to on 22 December, captured at St John’s Smith Square earlier this month. The Parliament Choir, made up of MPs, staffers and other parliamentary officials, joins musicians from the Southbank Sinfonia for a programme of festive favourites and best-loved carols. Join John from 8pm to listen. 23 December: Carols from St Paul’s Cathedral with John SuchetAs the evening draws in, join Alexander Armstrong as he shares his love of choral music and showcases a range of vocal performances. Don’t miss festive recordings from some of the greatest cathedral choirs, including the Choir of Kings College, Cambridge, the Choir of St Mary’s, Edinburgh and a stunning performance of ‘Christian’s Awake’ by the Choir of Trinity College. Listen from 6pm. The perfume advent calendar has emerged as a delightful alternative to the traditional chocolate advent calendar. Every year, various companies such as Superdrug and Sainsbury’s, among others, create these unique calendars. Rebecca Dale: In the Bleak Midwinter. Performed by St Martin’s Voices, under Andrew Earis 25 December: The Story of Carols with Anne-Marie Minhall The red calendars were designated for ladies’ fragrances, while the blue ones were intended for men’s fragrances. 2023 calendar But, as time went on, another trend emerged, centered around the classic chocolate advent calendar.