Gloucester timber merchant closes after more than a century
Griggs Timber Company in Gloucester shuts down days before Christmas after years of losses, affecting two dozen workers. Read the full story on this historic closure.
Griggs Timber Company in Gloucester shuts down days before Christmas after years of losses, affecting two dozen workers. Read the full story on this historic closure.
From dazzling lights to bulky Santa suits, discover the surprising UK laws that could result in fines of up to £5,000 this Christmas Day. Stay safe and avoid a festive penalty.
Ryan Mason is set to ring the changes as West Bromwich Albion host Bristol City at The Hawthorns. Get the full predicted line-up and tactical analysis here.
Olivia Attwood, Pete Wicks and Strictly's Luba Mushtuk explain their reasons for a solo Christmas Day in 2025. Discover why they're choosing solitude this festive season.
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm brings back its popular Kids Go Free offer from Dec 27 to Feb 1, helping families enjoy an affordable wildlife day out. Includes details on Christmas tree recycling.
Paul and Anne Nicholas have lit up their Bedfordshire home for a sixth year, raising vital funds for Sue Ryder St John's Hospice. Their dazzling display is open nightly until Christmas Eve.
Wolves could move for Bristol City's Anis Mehmeti if striker Jorgen Strand Larsen leaves amid West Ham interest. The Albanian's contract situation makes him a potential bargain.
Sheila Turner's festive display in Market Weighton wins British Garden Centres' national competition, raising thousands for Macmillan Cancer Support. Discover the magical scene.
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
The Be At One cocktail bar in Bristol shuts its doors for good this weekend. Its owner, Stonegate Group, is exploring the sale of over 1,000 sites amid a major restructuring plan. Read the full story.
The Bristol branch of Be At One cocktail bar closes its doors for good this weekend. Its owner, Stonegate Group, is exploring the sale of over 1,000 pubs. Read the full story here.
Jeff Norman's dazzling Christmas lights display in Alwoodley, Leeds, is raising vital funds for Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice in memory of his sister-in-law. The display is open daily until New Year's Day. Support the cause.
Five future guide dogs experienced the sights and sounds of Bristol Airport in a special training visit. Learn how this prepares them for life-changing work and how the airport supports assistance dogs.
A UK family shares their unforgettable journey to Lapland to meet Father Christmas, enjoy husky rides, and witness the Northern Lights. Discover travel tips and what makes this festive adventure so special.
Yasmeen Ali, 43, faces murder charges after her three young children died in Sea Mills last February. The case has been sent to Bristol Crown Court.
A Gloucestershire family's dazzling Christmas light display, in memory of Sandra Wearing, has raised over £8,350 for Sue Ryder's Leckhampton Court Hospice. Open nightly until New Year's Day.
Aldi unveils an 8ft festive topiary of its Cuthbert cake, touring Brighton before a cheeky delivery to M&S. See it in Eastbourne 18th-22nd Dec.
A major £119m deal will fund over 1,500 new student beds at Bristol's Brabazon new town by 2027, addressing housing demand. Read the full details on this key development.
A Coventry recycling plant urges residents to check council rules after festive contamination soars. Last year, a vape caused a fire and fairy lights halted machinery.
Apple's iPhone 17 gets better with iOS 26.2, a 120Hz display & long support. We compare the best UK deals from Sky and O2 to help you upgrade smartly.
Doris Griffiths, 101, celebrated her birthday by turning on the Christmas lights at her Chingford care home, The Spinney, with special guests: two Humboldt penguins. Read about the magical winter wonderland event.
Upgrade your older car's dashboard affordably. The Carpuride W903 portable display with wireless CarPlay, Android Auto & dashcam is now just £119.99 on Amazon. A plug-and-play modernisation solution.
Explore the UK's spectacular Christmas lights trail at Twycross Zoo, featuring over 2,000 hand-crafted lanterns and the world's first Gruffalo experience. Plan your visit now!
Birmingham and the West Midlands face days of heavy rain and strong winds, causing train cancellations and event postponements. Stay informed on the latest travel updates and safety advice.
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto for families, offering gifts and photos at no cost. Visit 553 Hob Moor Road.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto, offering festive joy to Birmingham families facing cost-of-living pressures.
East Bristol Bakery has ceased trading and entered liquidation, citing a severe rat infestation, plummeting trade, and soaring costs. The sudden closure affects all locations.
Marie Curie invites Solihull to a remembrance service and shares expert advice on managing grief during the festive season. Learn how to cope and find support.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.