A look inside the December 2015 issue of Lancashire Life

COUNTY LIFE

A mum’s gift of life - Why Christmas will be so special for a family near Carnforth

Queen of mean - The Freckleton actress who is sure to look a fright

Clitheroe at Christmas - Julie Frankland throws a party in her home town

Take a bow - Preston hosts the battle of the bowmen and women

The biggest dress-up box - Panto stars around Britain rely on a Lancashire base to make sure the show goes on

Trail-blazing hounds - On the Lakeland fells for an exciting day of sport

Top shots - Meet the winners of our photographic competition

Garstang’s bright idea - Why this pretty market town is a leading light

Vikings on the edge - An author takes us on a tour of her favourite piece of coastline

Dickens of a good evening - Our photographers take a festive trip to Whalley

The deer hunters - A guide to where you can spot these magnificent mammals

Park and pride - How the community of Ulverston fought to save its open spaces

HOMES & INTERIORS

The top guide to lovely homes and beautiful interiors

Five stunning period properties

A beauty Kendal home dressed for Christmas

FASHION & BEAUTY

Our exclusive Liverpool One fashion shoot

Lovely lingerie for Christmas

Saloon bar to salon in Rawtenstall

FOOD & DRINK

Meet the winners of our Food & Drink Awards

Cooking the perfect dinner with Roaming Roosters

Bolton’s brilliant baker