Gingerbread Tops US Holiday Cookie Sales, Target Reports
Target's sales data shows gingerbread cookies are the UK's favourite festive treat, dominating in 38 states. Discover the nationwide trends and what it reveals about holiday shopping habits.
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Gingerbread Tops US Holiday Cookie Sales in 38 States
Target's sales analysis reveals gingerbread as America's favourite festive biscuit, leading in 38 states. Discover the regional trends and what this means for holiday retail.
Ikea UK Christmas and New Year Opening Times 2025
Plan your festive shopping with Ikea's Christmas and New Year opening hours for UK stores. Find out when stores are closed and open over the holidays.
Co-op Christmas & New Year 2025 Opening Hours
Plan your festive shopping with Co-op's confirmed opening hours for Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day across the UK. Don't get caught out!
Tesco rations beef and lamb joints ahead of Christmas
Tesco introduces a four-per-person limit on beef and lamb roasting joints to manage festive demand. Discover the stock issues and customer reactions driving this pre-Christmas 'rationing' rule.
Cartoonist Samuel Ojo on the Perils of Christmas Shopping
Cartoonist Samuel Ojo captures the modern chaos of Christmas shopping in a new Guardian piece. Discover the hidden stresses of festive consumerism and why it resonates so deeply.
Expert's Guide to Christmas Dinner Shopping Timings
An expert reveals the optimal timeline for buying your Christmas dinner ingredients, from what to buy now to what to purchase last minute. Plan ahead to save money and reduce festive stress.
Best UK Christmas Markets 2025: Top 20 Festive Fairs
Discover the UK's top 20 Christmas markets for 2025, from Bath's chalets to Edinburgh's big wheel. Find dates, unique gifts, and festive food for your perfect seasonal trip.
Calais Booze Cruise: Festive Savings Guide Post-Brexit
With festive costs soaring, we investigate if a day-trip to Calais for Christmas shopping is still worth it post-Brexit. Compare prices on wine, food, and gifts.
How to Style Festive Knits for Party Season 2024
Discover how the Christmas jumper has evolved into a chic party essential. Get expert styling tips and movie inspiration for elevating your knitwear this festive season.
2025 Christmas Cliche Charts: Barnicoat's Cartoon Forecast
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat humorously predicts the top festive clichés for Christmas 2025. Discover the seasonal tropes we'll all be talking about this December.
Unique Gift Ideas to Support Small UK Businesses
Discover five standout gift ideas from small UK businesses for a meaningful festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Shop small this Christmas!
2025's Most Popular Christmas Gifts Revealed
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, based on reader purchases. From party-starting games to self-care essentials, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
UK Supermarkets Set Christmas Turkey Order Deadlines
Tesco, Aldi, Asda and others issue 'final warning' deadlines for festive food orders. Key dates are Dec 14-16. Act now to secure your Christmas dinner.
Selfish Christmas Gifting: Revenge Presents Take Off
New research reveals most Brits give gifts to boost their own mood, with 'revenge gifting' on the rise. Discover the surprising festive psychology and a new retail promotion.
Friendsmas Trend Soars: 30% of Brits to Celebrate
A new study reveals 30% of UK adults plan a 'Friendsmas' celebration this festive season, with Gen Z leading the charge. Discover why this social Christmas is becoming a permanent tradition.
Top 14 UK Christmas Light Trails for 2025
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.
Shoppers flock to B&M for 'gorgeous' £7 Christmas decoration
Shoppers are rushing to B&M for a 'gorgeous' £7 wooden bell ornament that is going viral on social media. The 'traditional' festive accessory is praised for making homes look 'elegant'. Discover the must-have item.
Christmas shopping in 60 minutes: A frantic £455 spree
A journalist attempts to buy 27 Christmas presents in just one hour on a tight budget. Discover the frantic reality of last-minute online shopping and the final surprising total.
Home Bargains' 2kg Christmas Cracker Sells Out Fast
Home Bargains' huge £20 Christmas cracker, packed with 2kg of chocolates, is selling out fast. Shoppers must check in-store as online orders are unavailable. See the festive favourite causing a stir.
Middle Class Food Trends: Waitrose 2025 Report Reveals New Staples
Waitrose's 2025 Food & Drink report reveals a major shift in middle-class shopping habits. Discover the new gourmet frozen essentials, Korean condiments, and why burnt butter is the new pistachio.
Christmas markets sell 'overpriced tat' found cheaper online
An investigation reveals UK Christmas markets are selling generic gifts at huge markups, with identical items available on Amazon, Temu and Etsy for a fraction of the price. Discover the shocking price differences.
Best and Worst Days for Your Christmas Food Shop
A UK grocery expert names the optimal dates for your festive food shop to avoid crowds and empty shelves. Plan ahead for a stress-free Christmas dinner.
Advent Calendars: The Bizarre £7.8m to Period Pants Trend
Advent calendars have spiralled from simple nativity scenes to luxury status symbols and bizarre offerings like period pants and sex toys. Has the festive countdown lost its meaning?
Ralph Lauren Christmas Trend Sweeps UK
Discover the 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' trend defining UK festive style. From tartan to velvet, learn how to recreate the nostalgic look for your home and wardrobe this season.
5 Christmas Nail Trends 2025: Festive Manicure Ideas
Discover the top 5 manicure trends for Christmas 2025, from seasonal French tips to velvet finishes. Expert nail artists reveal the most requested looks this festive season.
Discover Your Christmas Shopping Personality Type
Take a fun new quiz to find your festive shopping style. New research reveals Brits spend nearly £500 on gifts and face hour-long queues.
Christmas Decoration Debate: When Is Too Soon?
Discover when Brits should put up Christmas decorations as experts weigh in on the festive timing debate. Learn why retailers push early promotions and how it affects consumers.
20 Best UK Christmas Markets for 2025
Discover Britain's top Christmas markets for 2025, featuring festive fairs in Bath, Edinburgh, Birmingham and more. Plan your perfect seasonal getaway.
Guardian's 2025 Christmas Gift Guide: 158 Expert Picks
Struggling with Christmas shopping? The Guardian's expert columnists reveal their top 158 gift picks for 2025, from Yotam Ottolenghi's kitchen essentials to Sali Hughes' beauty must-haves. Find perfect presents for everyone on your list.
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