Miller & Carter Christmas lunch cancelled for 300 guests
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
Hundreds of families had Christmas Day ruined after a kitchen extractor fan failure forced Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath to close. Read the full story of the last-minute cancellations.
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.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
Discover the complete festive TV listings for Christmas Day 2025. Find out what films and specials are on BBC One, ITV1, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Plan your perfect day of viewing.
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.
A 19-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a 24-year-old woman in Oldbury. Police remain at the Barncroft Road scene as the community leaves tributes.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer uses his Christmas message to thank NHS staff, emergency services and volunteers working over the festive period, as new figures reveal 1.2 million will be on duty.
Muazzam Luqman, 22, was sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting a woman at over 70mph in a 40mph zone. Read the full report.
Your complete guide to the Christmas Eve TV schedule for 2025, featuring festive films, specials, and shows across all major UK channels. Plan your viewing now!
A murder investigation is underway after a man died from stab wounds in Oldbury. A 17-year-old is in custody as police appeal for dashcam footage.
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.
Most of Perryfields Academy's ageing buildings will be demolished, replaced by a new three-storey block and sports facilities by 2029, improving safety and learning.
Sheila Turner's festive display in Market Weighton wins British Garden Centres' national competition, raising thousands for Macmillan Cancer Support. Discover the magical scene.
A 19-year-old man remains in custody after a woman was found dead at a property in Oldbury's Barncroft Road. Police are conducting a fast-moving investigation.
West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a woman was found dead at a property on Barncroft Road, Oldbury. A 19-year-old man is in custody.
A 19-year-old man is in custody after a woman was found dead on Barncroft Road, Oldbury. Police are investigating and appealing for information.
Melly May Lynch, 29, spent two days and £250 embracing the nostalgic 'tacky Christmas' TikTok trend in her North Wales home. Discover her festive transformation and the hunt for 90s decorations.
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.
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.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a series of break-ins in Oldbury. Keys and cash were stolen in the early hours of November 2. Can you help?
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.
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.
Harry Potter actress Jessie Cave opens up about a difficult two-year period following her secret separation from comedian Alfie Brown, detailing the impact on her career and confidence. Read the full emotional story.
Netflix has officially cancelled the military drama 'Boots' after one season, despite positive reviews. Discover why the show won't return and the cast's hopes for its future.
Mohammed Azim, 41, is charged with murdering 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury. The case has been adjourned for a plea hearing in January 2026. Read the latest court updates.
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.
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.
Commuters face major disruption as a police incident near the railway between Coventry and Nuneaton cancels trains. Expected to last until 8:30 on Tuesday 16 December.
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!
Sandwell Council greenlights a former club's conversion, pub demolition, and a new EV charging station. Discover the key planning decisions shaping the borough.