Crossword of the week: Stir-up Sunday (24 November)

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Across
  1. 3. The act of getting ready for the festive season (11).
  2. 6. A popular baked good prepared for the holidays (9).
  3. 7. The action performed while making the pudding (8).
  4. 8. A set of instructions for making the pudding (6).
Down
  1. 1. A traditional dessert made on Stir-up Sunday (7).
  2. 2. Stir-up Sunday is a time for this joyful event (11).
  3. 3. A common activity associated with Stir-up Sunday (6).
  4. 4. A hoped-for outcome during the preparation (8).
  5. 5. Stir-up Sunday is rich in this cultural aspect (9).
  6. 6. A gathering often celebrated on this day (6).