Discover the perfect festive reads for every mood, from cosy romcoms to murder mysteries. Our curated list of 10 Christmas books is your guide to escaping the holiday hustle. Find your next favourite now.
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
Discover the UK's most spectacular festive light trails for 2025, from Kew Gardens to Edinburgh. Find dates, prices, and booking details for magical family outings.
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Discover how reading fiction enhances empathy and cognitive function. Expert tips to overcome distractions and build a sustainable reading habit for a psychologically richer life.
Experience The Ivy's festive feast with a surprise Worcestershire sauce addition to the Christmas shepherd's pie. Discover why this £60 menu offers exceptional value for a magical dining experience.
Lidl launches its 2025 Christmas party food range with prices from £1.19. Discover new festive treats and returning favourites perfect for hosting without breaking the bank.
Discover Dunelm's stunning collection of festive wreaths starting at just £7. From traditional pine to disco ball designs, find the perfect Christmas decoration for your home.
Thames Valley Police deploy armed officers to Reading College following a serious assault that left a teenage boy with head injuries. Investigation ongoing as community seeks answers.
Thames Valley Police swarm Reading College following serious incident, with multiple emergency vehicles and specialist units responding to ongoing situation.
Major police response at Reading College after serious stabbing incident leaves one person hospitalised. Campus in lockdown as forensic teams scour crime scene.
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
From chilling thrillers to poignant memoirs, explore the literary gems that had the book community buzzing in October 2025. Get inspired for your next great read!
Discover the best supermarket Christmas food and drink offerings for 2024, from show-stopping mains to decadent desserts, ensuring your holiday celebration is both delicious and effortless.
Discover the incredible story of a retired engineer who achieved the unimaginable - reading nearly 3,600 books over six decades while meticulously tracking every page.
Discover the most enchanting autumnal romance novels that are capturing hearts on Goodreads this season. From charming small-town love stories to witty romantic comedies, find your perfect cosy read.
Amazon's revolutionary Kindle Coloursoft e-reader receives its deepest discount yet during Prime Day 2024. Discover why this colour display device is transforming digital reading forever.
Discover how breaking free from endless scrolling with a simple daily practice transformed one person's relationship with books and mental wellbeing.
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
Discover the ultimate selection of heartwarming romantic novels perfect for snuggling up with during chilly evenings. From festive love stories to emotional journeys, these books will warm your heart.
Discover the enchanting world of cosy fantasy literature with bestselling author recommendations for your next comforting read. Perfect for escaping daily stress with magical, low-stakes stories.
Discover the surprising psychological phenomenon affecting avid readers everywhere and learn practical strategies to improve your reading retention.
Martin Lewis's team shares how millions of UK households can save hundreds on energy costs with a simple meter reading trick before April price cap change.
Experience an unforgettable Christmas celebration with The Langham London's spectacular brunch extravaganza, featuring gourmet delights, live entertainment, and festive magic in the heart of the capital.
Discover the books that shaped the legendary primatologist Jane Goodall, from childhood classics to scientific revelations that changed how we see animals.
England's primary school libraries face an uncertain future as funding cuts and staffing shortages threaten their very existence, putting children's literacy at risk.
Groundbreaking research reveals how scientists can now translate brain activity into images, opening revolutionary possibilities for neuroscience and human communication.