The Met Office warns of persistent cold weather in the East until late January, but dismisses the folklore linking a frosty winter to a sizzling summer. Get the latest forecast and expert analysis.
The Met Office forecasts 'very cold' conditions to grip the East until late January, with snow and icy winds. Experts debunk the myth linking frosty winters to hot summers. Read the full UK weather forecast.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
The UK government has confirmed the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on region. Critics brand the long summer gap 'ludicrous'. See the full list of dates here.
The government has published the 2026 bank holiday calendar, revealing an eight to ten-day break depending on location. Critics slam the 'ludicrous' summer gap in England and Wales. See all the dates here.
As 2026 begins, Brits debate the right time to remove festive décor. Superstitions clash with medieval traditions, with some keeping lights up until February. Discover the official stance and public opinion.
As 2026 begins, age-old superstitions warn against six everyday activities on January 1st to avoid misfortune. Discover what not to do for a lucky year ahead.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
Discover 10 unique global superstitions to perform at midnight on New Year's Eve to attract luck, love, and prosperity for 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates, try these fun traditions.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
From winter storms to summer heatwaves, explore the UK's dramatic coastal year in 2025 through stunning photography. See the powerful contrasts that defined our shores.
New research reveals a third of UK households now pack away Christmas decorations on Boxing Day, breaking with the traditional Twelfth Night. Discover how cost and stress are reshaping festive habits.
New research reveals a shift in UK festive habits, with a third of households packing away Christmas decorations early. Discover how cost and stress are reshaping traditions.
A history expert explains the true medieval origins of Boxing Day, revealing it has nothing to do with boxing. Discover the traditions, dates, and how it became a UK bank holiday.
From London's Serpentine to Birmingham's parks, hardy swimmers kept up Christmas traditions. Meanwhile, crowds gathered in Sandringham hoping to see the royal family. See the festive scenes.
An American who moved to the UK reveals the 9 British Christmas traditions that left her stunned, from crackers to Boxing Day. Discover her decade-long perspective.
This Christmas, the festive mistletoe hanging in your home is a toxic parasite. Experts warn it can make you and your pets sick. Discover its surprising history and ecological role.
Columnist Anne Atkins argues that festive misery is often self-inflicted. Discover how to reclaim joy by ditching obligations and focusing on what you truly love about the season.
Discover how gingerbread, a beloved Christmas tradition, may aid digestion, lower cholesterol, and fight flu. Explore its rich history from ancient Greece to UK towns like Ormskirk.
Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton shares her family's heartwarming Christmas rituals and her special role in bringing festive spirit back to Liscard. Discover her 'anchor of the season'.
Discover how your Christmas traditions stack up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common festive habits. Take our quiz to see if you're typical or a total outlier.
As Australia endures a sweltering Christmas, traditions are adapting. Explore how climate change is reshaping festive celebrations down under. Read more.
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 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.
Discover the world's weirdest festive customs, from Germany's Krampus to Japan's KFC Christmas. A global tour of unique holiday celebrations.
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.
Gyles Brandreth picks the UK's top Christmas cracker joke. Discover the winning pun from Sainsbury's and the history of this festive tradition. Read more for the full list.
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.