The perfect spot to take a break during your day
Exclusive to VIP ticket holders, the VIP Lounge is the ideal place to take a break from the crowds and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Throughout the day the lounge will host a programme of content. Hear from special guests, enjoy pop up experiences and chat to the other readers and the Good Housekeeping and Country Living teams.
What’s included in your VIP ticket…
- Access to all areas of the event including the Good Housekeeping Kitchen & Market stages, the Country Living Christmas Market, the Good Conversation main stage and the VIP Lounge
- VIP goody bag
- A complimentary glass of prosecco
- A complimentary tea / coffee voucher (eligible for any café within the venue including the VIP lounge)
- Within the VIP lounge you will find; the VIP café and bar, cloakroom, comfortable seating, a screening area live streaming the main auditorium talks and exclusive events including the GH Book Club
Take a look at what's on in the VIP Lounge
L’Oréal Paris Makeup Masterclass with Jennifer Crane, Senior Makeup Artistry Manager
Wednesday 11:15am – 12pm
Join L’Oréal Paris for an exclusive makeup masterclass. Their makeup expert will guide you through essential tips and techniques, alongside a live demonstration, focusing on how to perfect your makeup base and complete a flawless makeup look with ease. Discover how to elevate your makeup routine and achieve a glamorous look with L’Oréal Paris.
GH Meet the Editor with Jane Bruton
Wednesday 12:45pm – 1:30pm / Thursday, Friday & Saturday 3:45pm – 4:30pm
Ever wanted to know the inner workings of Good Housekeeping and how the magazine is created each month? From interviews and feature ideas to delicious recipes and more, put your burning questions to GH’s editor, Jane Bruton, and find out all our behind-the-scenes secrets!
Diary of a cruise virgin: GH’s Jane Bruton with Robin West from Seabourn
Wednesday 2:15pm – 2:45pm / Thursday 2:20pm – 2:50pm
GH editor Jane Bruton didn’t think she was a cruise person before her ultra-luxury adventure to the Arctic with Seabourn. She’ll be in conversation with Robin West from Seabourn to discuss myths about expedition travel by ship, surprises and need-to-knows, plus answer any questions you might have.
Become a changemaker: Lynne Franks on how to set up your own community group
Wednesday 3:45pm – 4:30pm
Legendary PR Lynne Franks OBE joins us to lead a workshop on her new initiative SEED, a female-led grassroots movement taking off across the country.
Wine Tasting with Stacey Smith, GHI Senior Food and Drinks Editor, and Terre Di San Vito
Thursday 11:15am – 12pm
A guided, informal wine tasting of three wonderful wines from Puglia.
The Great GH Christmas Quiz
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 12:45pm – 13:30pm
Think you know your panettone from your panforte? Could you name when Christmas cards were first sent? Join us to test your festive knowledge in our great big GH Christmas quiz – you could even win a prize!
L’Oréal Paris Skincare + Makeup Masterclass with Sara Amin, Skin Expert and Jennifer Crane, Senior Makeup Artistry Manager
Friday 11:15am – 12pm
Join L’Oréal Paris for an exclusive makeup and skincare masterclass. Their skincare and makeup experts will guide you through essential tips and techniques, alongside a live demonstration, showcasing how to prepare your skin, perfect your base, and complete a flawless makeup look. Discover how to elevate your everyday beauty routine and achieve a glamorous look with L’Oreal Paris.
Discovering the best of Alaska with Bill Fletcher and Emma Justice, in partnership with Holland America Line
Friday & Saturday 2:20pm – 2.50pm
Hear from Senior Director, Bill Fletcher, exploring his passion for Alaska, why it’s a premier cruise destination with Holland America, and sharing insider tips, highlights, and ways to elevate the experience.
Main Stage Live Screenings
All talks from the Good Conversation main stage will be screened live into the VIP Lounge so if you won’t miss out if you don’t manage to make it into the auditorium
Saturday
12:45 – 13:15 GH Book Club with Cesca Major & Joanne Finney
Cesca will be discussing her book Maybe Next Time, a life-affirming love story about second chances. Cesca will also be discussing how she became an author and how her book is being adapted for the big screen.
14:15 – 14:45 GH Meet the Editor with Jane Bruton
Ever wanted to know the inner workings of Good Housekeeping and how the magazine is created each month? From interviews and feature ideas to delicious recipes and more, put your burning questions to GH’s new editor, Jane Bruton, and find out all our behind-the-scenes secrets!
15:45 – 16:15 The Great GHI Christmas Quiz
Pens at the ready! Put your knowledge of all things GH to the test with the experts from GHI in their Great Christmas Quiz.
All talks from the Good Conversation main stage will be screened live into the VIP Lounge. Saturday’s guests include; Caitlin Moran, Dame Prue Leith, Anita Rani, Carol Klein and Marian Keyes.
What our VIPs say...
“The fair was excellent but what made the day very special and enjoyable was the VIP lounge. The staff were excellent and could not have been more welcoming and helpful. It was a little sanctuary!”
“What a wonderful day we had and how special we were made to feel right from our arrival at the venue! The lounge was so relaxing and the people looking after us were great. We met some lovely readers throughout the day. 10/10 would definitely do it again.”