UK Christmas Eve shopper numbers up 2.4% year-on-year
Shopper footfall across UK high streets and retail parks surged on Christmas Eve, rising 2.4% year-on-year. Discover the regional data and what it means for retailers.
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Quarter of UK Shoppers Delay Christmas Buying for Sales
A new survey reveals a quarter of Britons are postponing Christmas gift purchases until the Boxing Day sales to save money. Discover the shifting festive shopping trends and expert tips for savvy spending.
Which US Stores Are Open and Closed on Christmas Day 2025?
Find out which major US retailers like Walmart and Target are closed on Christmas Day 2025, and which convenience stores and pharmacies will remain open for last-minute needs.
Ikea UK Christmas and New Year Opening Times 2025
Plan your festive shopping with Ikea's UK Christmas and New Year opening hours. Stores are closed on Christmas Eve and Day, with reduced hours on Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and Day.
Air Fryers Still Top UK Christmas Wish List
Despite most Brits owning one, the air fryer remains the most wanted Christmas gift. Discover the smart tech and generational trends shaping festive lists.
Aldi 2025 Christmas and New Year Opening Times Revealed
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for 2025, including early closures on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Plan your shop with our guide to avoid disappointment.
Your Last-Minute Christmas Survival Guide
Forgotten a gift? Don't panic. Our festive survival guide reveals last-minute gifting and decor hacks, Jo Malone's secrets, and the best tequila for Christmas. Save your holiday now!
Best UK Christmas Markets 2025 for Last-Minute Gifts
Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for unique gifts & festive cheer. Our guide covers Birmingham, York, Edinburgh, London & more. Plan your visit now!
Simple Roast Chicken Christmas Dinner for Last-Minute Planners
Forgot to order the turkey? This stress-free, two-hour roast chicken Christmas dinner menu with a one-trolley shopping list is your festive safety net. Get all the trimmings with minimal fuss.
Amazon's Last Christmas Delivery Dates for Prime Members
Amazon Australia extends its pre-Christmas delivery deadline, giving Prime members in major cities until 22 December to shop. Get festive gifts delivered in time with these key tips.
Council's 'sack off' High Street advice sparks backlash
Salford City Council faces criticism after advising shoppers to avoid the Christmas rush and shop online instead. Local businesses and politicians condemn the 'inappropriate' message.
Evesham's Riverside Centre: A Festive Ghost Town
Evesham's Riverside Shopping Centre, once a vibrant hub, is now a leaking, near-empty shell just days before Christmas. Locals blame absentee landlords and soaring rents for its decline.
Tesco's Christmas pickers reveal shoppers' hilarious orders
A Tesco 'Dotcom picker' lifts the lid on the intense, humorous world of assembling online grocery orders during the festive rush. Discover the most bizarre baskets and the reality of the job. Read the full story here.
Why a 1am Asda Christmas shop is the perfect solution
Discover the ultimate hack for a peaceful Christmas food shop. A journalist reveals why visiting Asda at 1am transformed her festive experience, with fully stocked shelves and no crowds.
Nine Teens Charged Over Sydney Shopping Centre Brawl
Nine teenagers face charges after a violent brawl erupted at a busy Sydney shopping centre, terrifying Christmas shoppers and families. Police investigations continue.
Festive Food Trend: Cooking With Your Christmas Tree
Move over, prosecco crisps. The UK's latest festive food fad involves cooking with your Christmas tree. We tested recipes from cured fish to ice cream. Discover the edible conifer trend and its surprising history.
Sydney Shopping Centre Ceiling Collapse Injures One
Shoppers fled for their lives after a ceiling collapsed at a busy Sydney shopping centre, causing flooding and sending one person to hospital. Get the latest updates.
How Online Shopping Ended My Christmas Panic
A veteran shopper's journey from high street frenzy to festive calm, exploring the guilt and liberation of modern Christmas shopping. Discover the hacks that saved December.
Final Christmas delivery deadlines for UK shoppers
Don't miss the final order dates for next-day and standard delivery from M&S, River Island, Boden and more to get your gifts in time for Christmas Day 2025.
Joybuy's Last-Minute Christmas Deals Save Up to 64%
With a week until Christmas, Joybuy offers speedy delivery and huge savings on beauty gifts from Chanel, Hugo Boss, and more. Discover top picks for effortless last-minute shopping.
Boots' 3 for 2 Christmas Gifts: Last Orders Guide
Beauty writer Nisha Mal reveals her top picks from Boots' 3 for 2 Mix and Match gift offer. Discover skincare, fragrance & makeup sets with delivery options to ensure arrival before Christmas Day.
Aldi: Cranberry Sauce Most Forgotten Christmas Item
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.
UK Supermarket Christmas & New Year Opening Times 2025
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!
Christmas 2025: Your shopping rights and refund deadlines
Consumer expert Martyn James reveals your key shopping rights this Christmas, including the real deadlines for returns and how to spot genuine bargains. Protect your purchases now.
Expert's Guide to Christmas Dinner Shopping Timings
An expert reveals the optimal timeline for buying your Christmas dinner ingredients, from what to buy now to what to purchase last minute. Plan ahead to save money and reduce festive stress.
Best UK Christmas Markets 2025: Top 20 Festive Fairs
Discover the UK's top 20 Christmas markets for 2025, from Bath's chalets to Edinburgh's big wheel. Find dates, unique gifts, and festive food for your perfect seasonal trip.
Calais Booze Cruise: Festive Savings Guide Post-Brexit
With festive costs soaring, we investigate if a day-trip to Calais for Christmas shopping is still worth it post-Brexit. Compare prices on wine, food, and gifts.
Christmas 2025 Supermarket Opening Hours Guide
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day. Find times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, and more to avoid disappointment.
2025's Most Popular Christmas Gifts Revealed
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, based on reader purchases. From party-starting games to self-care essentials, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
UK Supermarkets Set Christmas Turkey Order Deadlines
Tesco, Aldi, Asda and others issue 'final warning' deadlines for festive food orders. Key dates are Dec 14-16. Act now to secure your Christmas dinner.
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