A poignant country diary from Inkpen, Berkshire, captures the emotional ritual of taking down meaningful Christmas decorations. Discover how one family blends personal history with sustainable tradition. Read the full story.
Discover the traditional Twelfth Night date, crucial safety warnings about fire hazards, and local recycling deadlines for your Christmas tree in the UK. Act now to avoid bad luck and ensure safe disposal.
Discover the traditional date for removing decorations, crucial fire safety warnings for dried-out trees, and expert tips for recycling or storing your tree properly.
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, causing car park closures. The National Trust advises checking online before visiting.
Garden guru David Denyer reveals how to repurpose your real Christmas tree into valuable mulch to protect plants and boost soil health this winter. Discover five easy steps.
Gardening guru David Denyer reveals how to repurpose your real Christmas tree into valuable mulch to protect plants, enrich soil, and deter pests this January.
A world-record giant redwood Christmas tree at Northumberland's Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, forcing staff to turn visitors away. Plan your visit with our guide.
A 44.7-metre world record Christmas tree at Cragside in Northumberland drew such huge crowds that car parks overflowed. Visitors were turned away. Plan your visit carefully.
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'.
A Kmart shopper was left laughing after her bargain $10 Christmas tree looked bare and sparse, not full as advertised. Discover the Reddit reaction and clever decorating fixes.
Experts warn against using a vacuum cleaner on fallen pine needles. Discover a safer, more effective cleaning method using a common kitchen staple to protect your floors and your appliance.
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.
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.
Durham Police release CCTV image after a cherished Christmas tree doubling as a WWI memorial was chopped down in Shotton Colliery. A crowdfunder for a replacement has been launched.
Move over, prosecco crisps. The UK's latest festive food fad involves cooking with your Christmas tree. We tested recipes from cured fish to ice cream. Discover the edible conifer trend and its surprising history.
Discover the Christmas Tree Cluster, The Manger, and other celestial wonders lighting up UK skies this festive weekend. Expert tips on how to find them.
A Londoner splashed out £585 on luxury Fortnum & Mason Christmas crackers, only to declare the contents worth just £45. Discover the underwhelming haul and the public reaction.
Discover the 12-month effort to grow and harvest Christmas trees, from spring planting to winter helicopter lifts. A festive job with demanding physical challenges.
Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
Social media users are stunned to learn Brenda Lee was only 13 when she recorded the iconic Christmas hit 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree'. Discover the story behind the voice.
Discover the fascinating history of the Christmas tree, from Roman Saturnalia to Norwegian floors and London's Trafalgar Square. Explore its botanical journey and enduring festive magic.
Marks & Spencer shoppers are rushing to buy the returning Christmas sourdough baguette, filled with cranberries and sage. Discover why fans call it 'insanely good' and see the festive charcuterie tree causing a stir.
Families bringing real Christmas trees indoors are urged to check for walnut-sized brown lumps that could contain hundreds of praying mantis eggs, which may hatch in the warmth of your home.
New US tariffs have increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10-15%. Despite this, large-scale production remains in Asia due to cost and labour, with 80% of Americans opting for fake trees.
Discover the fascinating journey of the Christmas tree, from ancient Pagan symbols to a Victorian royal craze that defined the UK's festive season. Learn the real story behind the tradition.
Shoppers can save 20% on Dunelm's popular 6ft pre-lit Christmas tree, praised for its lifelike look. Grab the festive bargain now and transform your home.
A cat behaviourist reveals eight effective, low-cost strategies to protect your Christmas tree from curious felines this festive season. Learn the simple hacks now.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump inaugurated the National Christmas Tree lighting in Washington D.C., marking the start of the holiday season with a speech emphasising Christian values. Read the full story.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the 103rd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the White House. The event featured scripture, tributes to soldiers, and a celebration of the festive season. Read the full story.
A healthy, mature cherry tree in Kew was mistakenly chopped down after contractors confused streets with the same name. The firm has apologised and sourced a replacement. Read the full story.