26 - 29 Nov 2026
Olympia, London

26 - 29 Nov 2026, Olympia, London

Christmas Corner

Join our festive experts for delicious food, creative inspiration and plenty of Christmas magic.

Hosted by Sara Ward from Hen Corner and chef Andrew Dickens, The Christmas Corner is bursting with inspiration to make your celebrations extra special. From festive food, Christmas taste tests and clever leftover ideas to wreath making, gift wrapping, tablescaping and sustainable crafts, there’s something to spark a little Christmas magic throughout the day.

Join Sara, Andrew and a merry line-up of chefs, makers and festive experts for live demonstrations, delicious ideas and creative inspiration to help you eat, make, style and celebrate your way to a truly magical Christmas.

            Linen Crackers  Christmas Corner Food   Wreath

 

Live demonstrations will be running throughout the day, so there's no need to watch the clock. Pop by The Christmas Corner whenever you fancy and enjoy the festive atmosphere as Sara, Andrew and our team of experts share their top tips. Whether you linger to enjoy the whole experience or just catch a quick burst of inspiration before heading off to explore the show, you're sure to leave with plenty of seasonal sparkle to bring into your own home. 

 

Check out the timetable and join us throughout the day to watch these festive, feel-good sessions.

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10:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join gift wrapping expert Jane Means for an inspiring festive mini masterclass packed with creative ideas for making your Christmas gifts look truly special.
11:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Andrew Dickens as he shares his top tips for preparing, seasoning and cooking the perfect turkey, with everything you need to keep it juicy, golden and full of flavour.
12:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Everyone loves a handmade Christmas wreath! Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to create a beautiful wreath using trimmings'from the garden and natural embellishments.
12:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Our judges put the supermarkets' festive desserts to the taste test, with the audience voting too. Find out which treats are worth adding to your Christmas table ' and which supermarket comes out on t ...
13:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join interior Designer & Stylist Rita Millat for a 30-minute live tablescaping session where she'll show you how to layer texture, use greenery, and create a table that feels beautifully traditional w ...
14:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to make sustainable linen Christmas crackers that you can use year after year. Choosing from a selection of fabrics, Sara will show you the whole ...
15:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover the secrets to the ultimate Christmas grazing board. As Berry & Brie and Mouse & Grape bring together delicious cheeses, perfect wine pairings and clever styling for an impressive festive sho ...
15:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover three sustainable twists on the traditional Christmas wreath. Upcycle old baubles into a statement design, transform treasured fabrics and scraps into a wreath to reuse year after year, or cr ...
16:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Whole turkey or crown? Fresh or frozen? Andrew Dickens shares his tips for choosing the right turkey, how much you'll need and how to carve it with confidence.
10:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join gift wrapping expert Jane Means for an inspiring festive mini masterclass packed with creative ideas for making your Christmas gifts look truly special.
11:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Andrew Dickens as he shares his top tips for preparing, seasoning and cooking the perfect turkey, with everything you need to keep it juicy, golden and full of flavour.
12:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Everyone loves a handmade Christmas wreath! Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to create a beautiful wreath using trimmings'from the garden and natural embellishments.
12:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Our judges put the supermarkets’ best festive treats to the taste test, with the audience voting too. From buttery shortbread to festive gingerbread, discover which Christmas treats are worth stocking ...
13:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover the joyful craft of Bargello and learn to make a sweet Christmas stocking place setting with the Made Club team. We'll be sharing our exclusive Ideal Christmas Show offer to join Made Club's ...
14:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join interior designer Briony Ace as she shares the simple styling principles behind a beautiful Christmas table. Discover how to layer vintage finds, natural foliage, candlelight and thoughtful detai ...
15:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover the secrets to the ultimate Christmas grazing board. As Berry & Brie and Mouse & Grape bring together delicious cheeses, perfect wine pairings and clever styling for an impressive festive sho ...
15:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Radhika Howarth shows how leftover Christmas turkey can be transformed into flavour-packed shawarma flatbreads. She’ll share her tips and tricks along the way before our panel gets the all-important j ...
16:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover how to create beautiful handmade gifts inspired by nature, from festive firelighters and winter-spiced tea jars to fragrant simmer pots. Simple, seasonal ideas to bring warmth and festive che ...
10:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join gift wrapping expert Jane Means for an inspiring festive mini masterclass packed with creative ideas for making your Christmas gifts look truly special.
11:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Andrew Dickens as he shares his top tips for preparing, seasoning and cooking the perfect turkey, with everything you need to keep it juicy, golden and full of flavour.
12:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Everyone loves a handmade Christmas wreath! Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to create a beautiful wreath using trimmings'from the garden and natural embellishments.
12:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Our judges put the supermarkets' festive condiments to the taste test, with the audience voting too. From gravy to cranberry sauce, discover which Christmas dinner essentials are worth buying ' and wh ...
13:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Kate Sandhu for a festive styling session packed with ideas, inspiration and easy tricks for creating a Christmas table that feels magical, welcoming and beautifully considered. Watch as Kate sha ...
14:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover three sustainable twists on the traditional Christmas wreath. Upcycle old baubles into a statement design, transform treasured fabrics and scraps into a wreath to reuse year after year, or cr ...
15:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover the secrets to the ultimate Christmas grazing board. As Berry & Brie and Mouse & Grape bring together delicious cheeses, perfect wine pairings and clever styling for an impressive festive sho ...
15:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    The challenge is on! James Golding and James Fowler go head to head to transform the same Christmas leftovers into a winning dish. But which James will impress our judging panel and take the crown?
17:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to make sustainable linen Christmas crackers that you can use year after year. Choosing from a selection of fabrics, Sara will show you the whole ...
10:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join gift wrapping expert Jane Means for an inspiring festive mini masterclass packed with creative ideas for making your Christmas gifts look truly special.
11:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Andrew Dickens as he shares his top tips for preparing, seasoning and cooking the perfect turkey, with everything you need to keep it juicy, golden and full of flavour.
12:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Everyone loves a handmade Christmas wreath! Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to create a beautiful wreath using trimmings'from the garden and natural embellishments.
12:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Our judges put the supermarkets' best festive snacks to the taste test, with the audience voting too. From crisps and dips to savoury favourites, discover what's worth stocking up on this Christmas ' ...
13:30
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join interior designer Briony Ace as she shares the simple styling principles behind a beautiful Christmas table. Discover how to layer vintage finds, natural foliage, candlelight and thoughtful detai ...
14:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover three sustainable twists on the traditional Christmas wreath. Upcycle old baubles into a statement design, transform treasured fabrics and scraps into a wreath to reuse year after year, or cr ...
15:00
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    The baking battle is on! Big Boy Bakes’ Andy takes on his mum’s bread and butter pudding, while Northern Portions’ Gill faces her old Bake Off nemesis – parkin.
15:45
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Discover the secrets to the ultimate Christmas grazing board. As Berry & Brie and Mouse & Grape bring together delicious cheeses, perfect wine pairings and clever styling for an impressive festive sho ...
16:15
  1. The Christmas Corner
    30 mins
    Join Sara Ward from Hen Corner as she demonstrates how to make sustainable linen Christmas crackers that you can use year after year. Choosing from a selection of fabrics, Sara will show you the whole ...
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