Alan is joined at Manor Farm, by actress and writer Ruth Jones, who discusses her latest book, while Stephanie Beacham talks about her return to Coronation Street. Floral designer Simon Lycett showcases the bouquets to bring good cheer to the new year and there's a look at the very best in alcoholic and non-alcoholic trends for 2023.

Call the Midwife star Laura Main discusses her role in a tour of a stage adaptation of Steel Magnolias, and actresses Susie Blake and Sophie Ward talk about their production of The Mirror Crack'd. Plus, the llamas having a moment in farming and Gyles Brandreth pays tribute to Elizabeth II's tremendous sense of humour.