Explore Beaconsfield, the desirable Buckinghamshire market town where average house prices exceed £1m, independent shops thrive, and Britain's oldest pub calls home. Discover its celebrity appeal and historic charm.
Explore Beaconsfield, a historic Buckinghamshire market town where average house prices exceed £1m, celebrities reside, and Britain's oldest pub calls home. Discover its unique charm.
Discover Stamford, Lincolnshire's 'mini Oxford', crowned the UK's best high street for independent shops. Explore its 170 unique boutiques, weekly market, and stunning stone architecture.
Discover Stamford, the Lincolnshire town dubbed a 'mini Oxford' with 170 independent shops, a weekly market, and stunning historic architecture. Plan your visit today.
Discover the charm of Dorking, a Surrey market town brimming with independent shops, new businesses like Rush Hair, and stunning countryside views. Plan your visit today.
Explore Dorking's charming high street, full of independent shops and a new Rush Hair salon, nestled at the foot of Surrey's beautiful Box Hill. Discover the perfect winter visit.
A woman and a baby were struck by a white van in Whyteleafe, Surrey. The driver fled the scene. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A woman and a baby were struck by a white van in Whyteleafe, Surrey, this morning. The driver fled the scene. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Easter merchandise is already on shelves just days after Christmas. We explore the psychological marketing tactics behind the early launch and the mixed reactions from shoppers.
A forgotten Victorian street, complete with shops and gas lamps, lies buried under Bristol's Lawrence Hill. Historian Dave Stephenson reveals its secrets. Explore the hidden history.
Discover the best online lingerie shops in the UK for bras, bodysuits and matching sets. Our expert guide covers Skims, Boux Avenue, Agent Provocateur and more for Valentine's Day and beyond.
Two teenagers have died and a third is critically injured after a white Tesla crashed into a tree in Hurst Green, Surrey. A 30-year-old man is arrested. Police appeal for witnesses.
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.
Community outrage erupts as City of London Corporation forces out four beloved independent cafes from Hampstead Heath, replacing them with the Daisy Green group. Read the full story and the campaign to save them.
Victoria Richards invites Independent Women readers to vote in this week's poll on the 'superflu'. Join the debate, see live results, and subscribe to the free newsletter for more insights.
Ira Sachs' film 'Peter Hujar's Day' tops the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Award nominations with five nods. Discover the full list of contenders and key facts about the ceremony.
A savvy shopper uncovered a haul of designer clothes in London charity shops, including a jacket made for actor Hugh Laurie, making a £1,000 profit from one trip. Discover the secrets of sustainable, high-profit charity shopping.
Carey Mulligan dazzled on the pink carpet at the 2025 British Independent Film Awards in London. Discover all the winners and stunning fashion moments from the prestigious ceremony celebrating UK filmmaking talent.
Discover why Belper's twice-crowned best high street in Britain faces local anger over persistent roadworks and traffic issues disrupting daily life.
UK charity shops issue urgent warning as rising costs and poor donations threaten survival. Cancer Research UK plans 200 closures. Here's how you can help.
Discover Treorchy, a charming Welsh town surrounded by waterfalls, offering unique Christmas shopping, festive events, and stunning hikes for the perfect UK staycation.
Exclusive look at police crackdown on Britain's £1.77bn stolen car trade. Discover how gangs dismantle vehicles for global export and what authorities are doing to stop them.
Discover Narberth, the Pembrokeshire town with a bustling high street of 50 independent shops, no vacant lots, and a thriving community spirit. Would you move here?
Discover the charming Surrey village of Shere, the real-life filming location for Christmas classic The Holiday and Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason. Plan your festive visit today!
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a Budget crackdown on rogue high street businesses like vape shops and barbers to revive town centres. Discover the new strategy.
New research reveals how the rapid disappearance of local shops and services is pushing rural communities to the brink, with devastating consequences for elderly residents and local economies.
Starbucks brings Christmas cheer early with its holiday menu launch featuring returning favourites and exciting new additions available at UK stores now.
Major coffee chains Starbucks and Dutch Bros announce aggressive expansion strategies across Britain, signalling intensified competition in the UK's thriving café market.
Starbucks launches its much-anticipated holiday menu featuring festive drinks, seasonal treats, and the return of the iconic reusable red cups across UK locations.
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.