Clearly this hasn’t been thought through. Of course you need to play the 21st century husband. Tesco’s will be open early. You can do your part. That gives you chance to get out first light, drop the C-in-C off early doors at said establishment, then spend a few good hours making sure Bella is well sorted after the recent lay-up and maintenance, driving the lanes and tracks, drinking in the glorious Lake District scenery. Return to Tesco as it goes dark just in time to collect all the fantastic food and drink that’s going to be lovingly prepared for your enjoyment over the festive period. Job sorted.
You can do it all again Christmas Eve.
Tell us which ward you’re admitted to and we’ll bring grapes