How to Have a Stress-Free Christmas: 18 Expert Tips
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.
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.
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.
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!
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 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.
Discover the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals under £50, all tested and approved by The Independent's experts. From tech to beauty, find perfect gifts and essentials before sales end.
ITV viewers have branded the broadcaster's festive schedule 'terrible', with a Loose Women Christmas special drawing particular ire. Discover the full lineup and the backlash.
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.
Waitrose announces significant changes to its popular Christmas food range, offering better value through multibuy deals and price reductions. Act now to secure these festive savings!
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Bargain hunters are raving about a 7ft artificial Christmas tree on Amazon for £54. Praised for being 'full and thick', it's a festive favourite. Discover this deal now!
Discover genuine Black Friday laptop deals in the UK for 2025. Our expert guide reveals how to spot real bargains on MacBooks, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks while avoiding bad purchases.
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.
Discover the best Black Friday 2025 mobile deals on iPhones, Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices. Expert analysis reveals genuine savings on contracts and SIM-free phones.
Discover Poznan, Europe's most affordable Christmas market. With £30 hotels, £2.50 beers, and a 2-hour flight from the UK, it's the perfect budget festive getaway.
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.
Discover the ultimate Christmas 2025 gift guide for your pets. From turkey-flavoured treats to stylish tartan coats, find perfect presents for your furry friends.
Discover the 9 best UK Christmas markets according to Which? magazine's 2025 ranking, featuring festive favourites from York to Belfast. Plan your perfect seasonal trip today!
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
Shoppers who purchased heavily discounted Christmas trees from online marketplace Temu are reporting disappointing deliveries of wilted, browning firs that are shedding needles within days of arrival.
Discover Marks & Spencer's breathtaking Light-Up Frosted Berry Wreath that's taking Christmas decorating to new heights this festive season.
Discover how Selfridges has transformed its iconic Oxford Street store with enchanting Disney-themed Christmas displays, creating a winter wonderland for shoppers across the UK.
An honest review of Black Sheep Coffee's £35 Christmas meal deal for two - from dry turkey to disappointing desserts, discover whether this festive offering is worth your money.
Discover the year's best television bargains with our expert guide to cutting-edge 4K, QLED, and OLED screens from Samsung, LG, Sony and more. Save big without compromising on quality!
A controversially sparse Christmas tree in London's affluent Mayfair district has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing comparisons to Charlie Brown's tree and sparking heated debates about holiday spirit.
The iconic Christmas advert has landed! John Lewis reveals Snapper the dragon in their magical 2024 campaign celebrating friendship and festive traditions.
The iconic John Lewis Christmas advert returns with two talented child actors leading this year's emotional festive story about friendship and seasonal magic.
The legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli provides the breathtaking soundtrack to this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, performing a stunning rendition of 'Hallelujah' alongside the adorable Snapper the Venus flytrap.