A family in Hornsby Heights, Sydney, creates an annual Christmas spectacle with 30,000 lights and a flying sleigh, raising thousands for cancer research and becoming a cherished local tradition.
The RHS and bird specialists warn festive lights disrupt wildlife. Follow the simple '9pm rule' to protect garden birds and nocturnal animals this Christmas.
A 79-year-old man's cherished Christmas lights, bought in 1956, are believed to be the oldest working set in the UK. Discover the heartwarming story of these vintage Philips bulbs.
A quarter of UK Christmas hosts have forgotten a key dinner item. Aldi urges shoppers to 'check lists twice' to avoid festive panic. Discover the top 10 most overlooked essentials.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Primark's £9 Christmas door bow is the last-minute decoration shoppers are loving. Available in red or pink, it's a quick way to add festive cheer to your home's exterior.
Discover five of the UK's best Christmas markets, from Edinburgh to Bath, offering unique gifts, festive food, and magical experiences. Plan your visit now!
Iceland's festive dinner box for four returns at £25. Our review reveals its delicious highlights, stress-free cooking, and the one classic item it's missing. Find out if it's worth it.
Auto experts reveal three key reasons why December offers the best car deals in the UK, from year-end quotas to clearance sales. Discover how to maximise your savings now.
Ditch the festive pressure with writer Ellen Manning's practical guide. From family politics to perfect roasties, learn how to enjoy a calmer, happier Christmas with minimal effort.
Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for 2025, from York's foodie paradise to Birmingham's authentic German market. Find dates, highlights, and festive inspiration.
Meteorologist John Griffiths reveals 2026 will be a peak year for the Aurora Borealis. Discover the best places in the UK and Europe to witness the dazzling natural light show.
A UK car expert explains why vehicles aged 3-4 years offer the best value, avoiding steep depreciation while ensuring reliability. Discover the smart investment sweet spot.
A music psychologist has created a scientifically-backed playlist of 25 festive songs guaranteed to boost your mood on stressful holiday journeys. Discover the formula and the top tracks.
M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Shoppers are raving about Habitat's Christmas Icicle Lights from Argos, now reduced to £25. The 960 LED lights add a 'festive feeling' to homes with eight settings.
Tesco is offering hundreds of imperfect Christmas trees for free on 6 December. Embrace festive imperfection and consider a donation to food banks. Get yours while stocks last!
Tiverton's quirky Christmas lights, mistaken for giant underwear, are back after 2015 debut. Locals embrace the viral fame, with the mayor calling it 'fantastic' publicity for the Devon town.
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
A Nottingham home covered in thousands of LED lights wins the UK's most Christmassy title. Discover how the owner keeps energy bills low and raises funds for charity.
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
A Hertfordshire mother reveals her 18-year strategy for preparing Christmas dinner weeks in advance, saving time and money. Discover her tips for a stress-free festive kitchen.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
A former florist reveals five simple tricks to decorate your Christmas tree like a professional. Learn the correct sequence for lights, garland and baubles for a stunning result.
MoneySavingExpert reveals switching to LED Christmas lights could reduce running costs to roughly 14p monthly. Discover how this simple swap saves money on energy bills.
Black cab companies charge up to £400 for festive lights tours, but visitors question the value. Discover the premium experience and a Cotswolds market fiasco.
Discover the best value Christmas tree deals at UK supermarkets for 2025. Compare prices at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons to find your perfect tree.
Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert has launched a calculator to show Brits exactly how much their Christmas decorations will add to their energy bills this festive season.
Discover Seaton, a charming Devon seaside town that transforms into a Christmas card scene with festive markets, a Polar Express tram, and enchanting light displays. Plan your perfect winter escape.
A motorist in Poole was pulled over by Dorset Police for covering his car in Christmas lights, risking a £50 fine for traffic offences. Discover why this festive display broke the law.