Quiz: Is Your Christmas Typical for the UK?
Discover how your festive traditions measure up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common Christmas habits. Take our quiz to see where you fit in.
Discover how your festive traditions measure up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common Christmas habits. Take our quiz to see where you fit in.
A Canadian expat shares her strangest Christmas in a north London flat above a chicken shop, bonding with a flatmate over the notoriously odd film 'Tiptoes'. Discover the unique festive story.
A Portuguese father refuses to visit his daughter and granddaughter in the UK for Christmas unless his traditional salted cod dish, bacalhau, is prepared. Discover the festive family dilemma.
Your complete guide to the UK's Christmas TV schedule. From Strictly's final to an Ab Fab reunion and cosy crime dramas, discover what to watch this festive season.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
A new online Christmas dinner calculator promises to save UK households up to two hours of kitchen time on the big day. Get your step-by-step festive cooking schedule here.
In his last interview, Chris Rea revealed his iconic song 'Driving Home for Christmas' was born from a low point, including a driving ban. The beloved singer has died aged 74.
All aboard! Discover six enchanting UK Christmas train journeys, from illuminated steam rides to Santa specials, for a magical festive day out. Book your tickets now.
A UK study reveals owners spend as much on dogs as on family. Meet Vita Woods, who bought her whippet a £4,000 sofa and £150 in festive gifts. Read expert tips for a safe pet Christmas.
Ditch soggy leaves! Discover nine exceptional summer salad recipes from top chefs like Ottolenghi and Sodha to bring crunch, tang, and flavour to your festive table. Perfect for UK celebrations.
The Met Office predicts a low chance of 'noteworthy' snowfall this Christmas, dashing hopes for snowball fights. Discover the forecast and the history of UK white Christmases.
The Met Office has released its Christmas weather forecast, stating the chance of a white Christmas is 'relatively low' for 2025. Find out the official verdict and festive travel advice.
Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for unique gifts & festive cheer. Our guide covers Birmingham, York, Edinburgh, London & more. Plan your visit now!
The Met Office predicts a cold, frosty Christmas for the UK with temperatures dropping to 3C. Significant snowfall is unlikely, but an orange cold weather alert is in force for London's homeless. Get the full forecast.
KFC has confirmed nearly 90 UK branches will serve customers on 25 December via drive-thru, delivery, and dine-in. Check the full list and festive menu details here.
The Met Office predicts a cold, frosty Christmas week across the UK with temperatures plummeting. However, forecasters say widespread snow is unlikely, dashing hopes of a white Christmas for most. Read the full forecast.
The Met Office predicts a sharp temperature drop for Christmas Day, raising the chance of festive snow flurries on the south coast. Cold, dry weather is set to last until New Year's Eve. Read the full forecast.
A 2024 survey shows 50% of UK adults give stockings, spending £62 each. Discover why this Victorian tradition endures, even for those in their thirties.
A Brighton mother asks her daughters for £100 each to cover the festive feast, a cost they now happily pay. Discover why this family's Christmas tradition is sparking conversation.
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.
Don't miss the festive season's top TV and film picks, from Knives Out 3 to a David Attenborough special. Our guide has 16 highlights for your Christmas viewing.
Helen Coffey explains why she's ditching family obligations for a liberating 'Friendsmas' with friends. Discover why 57% of Brits can't spend the festive period their ideal way.
Not celebrating Christmas? Discover unique activities, open venues, and ideas for a memorable December 25th in the UK. Explore quiet streets, start new traditions, and find open restaurants.
A new poll reveals the nation's least favourite festive chart-toppers, with Mr Blobby taking the dubious crown. Discover the full list of musical crimes against Christmas.
The Met Office forecasts a cold Christmas Day with a slight chance of snow flurries on England's south coast, potentially the first white Christmas since 2023. Read the full forecast.
A historic country house in Northumberland has secured a world record by decorating a 44.7m giant redwood. Discover the festive feat that outshines the Angel of the North.
A UK veterinary nurse warns pet owners to keep dangerous Christmas foods like chocolate, mince pies and cooked bones away from animals. Know the risks and act fast if ingested.
Paris Hilton has revealed her lavish pink Christmas decorations, turning her mansion into a Beverly Hills winter wonderland. See the stunning festive transformation.
Over 80,000 people require hospital treatment for festive accidents annually. Discover the seven key dangers, from burns to food poisoning, and how to stay safe this Christmas.
Discover the ancient tradition of Saint Lucy's Day, where Scandinavian women wear crowns of candles. Learn its history and where to see it in the UK.