China's £530m British Village: Thames Town Replica
Explore Thames Town, a meticulously crafted British village in China. Built for £530m, it features cobbled streets and red phone boxes. Discover its journey from 'ghost town' to wedding hotspot.
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£530m British-style town built near Shanghai
Explore Thames Town, a meticulously crafted British village in China. Built for £530m, it features cobbled streets, red phone boxes, and is a popular wedding spot. Discover its story.
Crews Hill garden centres face new town threat
Family-run businesses on London's horticultural 'golden mile' fear closure as their green belt site is earmarked for a major new town. Discover the community fighting for its future.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
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.
UK's 2026 New Year's Day Swim: Hundreds Take Icy Plunge
Hundreds across the UK braved freezing seas for the 100-year-old New Year's Day swim tradition. See pictures and read why some events were cancelled due to dangerous conditions.
Thousands Celebrate New Year in London Parade & Fireworks
Over 8,000 performers dazzled crowds in London's New Year's Day Parade, following a spectacular fireworks display watched by 100,000. Discover the highlights.
100,000 Brave Freezing London for 2026 Fireworks
Around 100,000 people defied near-zero temperatures to watch London's spectacular New Year fireworks display over the Thames, celebrating 2025's highlights. Read the full story.
UK rings in 2026 with spectacular fireworks displays
Thousands brave sub-zero temperatures for London's NYE fireworks as Edinburgh's Hogmanay returns. Global celebrations from Sydney to Seoul mark the start of 2026.
Best New UK Online Casinos for 2025 Revealed
Discover the top new UK online casinos for December 2025. Our expert guide reviews the best sites for slots, roulette, blackjack, bonuses, and mobile play, all fully UKGC licensed.
New Towns Plan Criticised for Lack of Social Housing
Senior planners warn the government's new towns drive risks failing those most in need. Experts argue for focusing on existing communities and brownfield sites instead. Read the full analysis.
Planners Warn New Towns Plan Lacks Social Housing Ambition
Senior figures behind Milton Keynes criticise the government's new towns drive for insufficient social housing, urging focus on existing communities. Read their expert analysis.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
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.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
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.
World Welcomes 2026 as UK Revellers Told to Wrap Up Warm
Follow live coverage as New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations sweep the globe from New Zealand to the UK, where fireworks displays will be met with chilly temperatures. See how the world rings in 2026.
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns engaged to Jordyn Woods
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns and influencer Jordyn Woods announce their engagement. See the 'Marry Christmas' proposal photos and their five-year love story.
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns Engaged to Influencer Jordyn Woods
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns and influencer Jordyn Woods announce their engagement with a festive 'Marry Christmas' Instagram post. Read the full story here.
New Towns Plan Lacks Ambition, Say Post-War Planners
Architects of Milton Keynes slam the government's new towns programme for insufficient social housing and ambition. Can it solve the housing crisis? Read the exclusive.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
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.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
NZ's rural towns battle depopulation crisis
Rural New Zealand faces a deepening crisis as young people and families flee to cities, leaving towns struggling to survive. Discover the fight for the future of the heartland.
Secret UK Gem: Perfect Autumn Town Revealed
Discover the stunning market town of Wimborne Minster in Dorset, where autumn transforms this historic destination into a picture-perfect retreat with golden leaves, cosy pubs and medieval charm.
England's Most Deprived Areas Revealed in New Data
Shocking new government data exposes England's deprivation hotspots, with coastal towns Blackpool and Clacton facing the most severe challenges. Discover how your area compares.
Labour's house building revolution: New towns and planning overhaul
Labour pledges ambitious house building programme with planning reforms and new towns to tackle Britain's housing crisis and boost economic growth.
Folkestone Crowned UK's Best Place For Families
Discover the surprising coastal town that's beaten all competition to be named Britain's best place for families, offering the perfect blend of affordability, amenities and quality of life.
Yorkshire Town Crowned Among UK's Prettiest Destinations
Discover the stunning North Yorkshire market town that's beating competition nationwide to claim the title of one of the UK's prettiest places to visit and live.
Whitstable: London's Perfect Seaside Escape
Discover Whitstable, Kent's charming coastal town boasting colourful beach huts, world-famous oysters, and independent shops just 90 minutes from London.
Wimborne Minster: Dorset's independent shopping paradise
Escape the high street chains in this historic market town boasting over 70 independent retailers, medieval architecture and a vibrant community spirit that's drawing visitors from across the UK.
Labour's radical planning shake-up targets green belt for new towns
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party unveils ambitious planning reforms targeting green belt land for new housing developments, drawing comparisons to Disney-style communities and sparking controversy over urban sprawl and local democracy.
UK's Most Beautiful Autumn Town Revealed
Discover the charming British town crowned as the ultimate autumn paradise, where golden leaves, historic architecture and seasonal charm create an unforgettable escape.
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