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−−− BY LINZI DAVIES −−− Formanychildrenandadultsalike,oftenthestartofAdventandthecountdowntoChristmasbeginswiththeexcitementofopeningtheveryfirstdooronanAdventcalendar. There are so many to choose from these days from traditional chocolate to savoury treats and toys. There is an advent calendar to suit every family member and their tastes. Here is a selection of our favourites this year! Bird & Blend Tea Co. Matcha Advent Calendar £55fromwww.birdandblendtea.com Containing 24 mini tins of matcha, with a new limited edition flavour every day. Each tin contains enough for two cups and flavours include Mince Pie, Eggnog, Candy Cane and more! Mixed Wine Advent Calendar £99.99fromwww.laithwaites.co.uk This bright and festive calendar features 23 different mini bottles of wine including some of Laithwaites best sellers. On Christmas Eve, enjoy a full size bottle of prosecco to get celebrations under way, and find a surprise gift hidden in the roof! Hotel Chocolat Caramel ChocolateAdvent Calendar £13.95fromwww.hotelchocolat.comandHotelChocolatstores 24 solid caramel chocolate sculptures add a mouthful of deliciousness to each day in Advent. The caramel flavour is created by using high quality cacao combined with caramelised sugar. George & Joseph Cheese Advent Calendar £120fromwww.georgeandjoseph.co.uk Strictly limited to only 40 calendars, you will have to be quick to grab this one! Curated by local Chapel Allerton based cheesemonger Stephen Fleming, lucky recipients will receive 2 chilled deliveries each containing 12 artisan British cheeses ranging from Cheddar to rare finds and everything in between. The Yorkshire Soap Co Soap Advent Calendar £35fromwww.yorkshiresoap.co.uk This gorgeously fragrant calendar contains 12 full size Botanical Soap Bars. Made with natural botanicals, and pure essential oils, these soaps are suitable for vegetarians and great on dry and sensitive skin. 24 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendar £28.99fromYankeeCandle Discover a festive scent each day with 24 tealight candles, from Silver Sage & Pine, to Black Cherry. As a special surprise, one door hides a sparkling glass tealight holder, perfect to bring some Christmas sparkle into your home. Bimble & Bolt Runners Advent Calendar £42fromwww.bimbleandbolt.com For the health conscious among you, Bimble & Bolt have created this runner’s Advent Calendar packed with 24 carefully selected running treats. From energising snacks and hydration essentials to useful accessories, this will help you to keep moving during Advent. Kids and Teen Advent Colouring & Activity Book £4fromAmazonandwww.orchardtoys.com Countdown to Christmas with 25 days of festive fun. Suitable for ages 4+, this book is packed with puzzles, colouring, crafts, stickers and more – including a personalised letter to Santa! Moo Free Choccy Advent Calendar £4fromTesco Enjoy delicious chocolate made with Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa, but without gluten, milk and soy. Children (and adults!) with allergies or a vegan diet don’t need to miss out! Cadbury Dairy Milk ChocolateXmas Advent Calendar £3fromTesco Enjoy the timeless taste of Cadbury Dairy Milk in fun Christmas themed shapes. Presented in the trademark Cadbury purple packaging. Lindt Advent Calendar £8.50fromTesco The master chocolatiers at Lindt have created this Advent Calendar with a mouth-watering selection of their famous chocolates. Includes Lindor mini truffles, a foil wrapped santa and of course the iconic gold Reindeer. Majorette Vehicles Advent Calendar £20fromAmazon The French brand renowned for their officially licensed models of world famous cars have created this calendar which includes 8 die-cast vehicles plus accessories and stickers. Perfect for car mad kids! Christmas Puzzle Advent Calendar £29.99fromwww.ravensburger.co.uk Behind each of the 24 doors is a 54 piece festive jigsaw puzzle, showcasing a Christmas scene from a different part of the world. Keep as individual puzzles or combine into one large puzzle by removing the edge pieces. Hotel Chocolat Up to Snow Good Children’s Advent Calendar £8.95fromwww.hotelchocolat.comandHotelChocolatstores Behind each of the 24 doors is a 40% milk chocolate character to enjoy, including penguins, santas and snowmen. Pointer Dog Advent Calendar £6fromwww.pointerpetfoods.co.uk Behind each of the 24 doors is a naturally, oven-baked treat for your four legged family members. The tasty carob and cheese flavoured assorted bones will be sure to get tails wagging. Seriously Good Festive Bistro Gourmet Nibbles Cat Advent Calendar £4fromPetsatHome Celebrate Christmas with your feline friend with this Seriously Good Advent calendar, filled with delicious chicken, beef and fish treats. 100% natural ingredients and no added grain.
