Merry Hill's Christmas 2025: Extended Hours & Events
Merry Hill announces extended Christmas shopping hours, a new North Pole Express with Santa, and a festive artisan market. Plan your visit to the West Midlands centre now!
Merry Hill announces extended Christmas shopping hours, a new North Pole Express with Santa, and a festive artisan market. Plan your visit to the West Midlands centre now!
Dudley Council grants outline permission for 650 homes on the former Ketley Quarry site after resolving road access disputes. Discover the details of this major development.
Shoppers at Merry Hill can grab huge Black Friday discounts of up to 70% off. Discover savings on fashion, beauty, toys, and more from top brands like The Entertainer and Schuh.
New data reveals a 13% surge in West Midlands children living in temporary accommodation. Mayor's social housing plan aims to tackle the growing crisis.
Truggist Hill Farm stables in Berkswell, once home to winning racehorses, have been converted into offices following two tragic equine deaths. Discover the heartbreaking story behind the council-approved change.
Worcester City Council plans to charge extra council tax on 200 properties empty for over a year. The move aims to bring homes back into use and generate revenue.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
Controversial plans for 55 homes in Martley, Worcestershire, get green light. 22 affordable homes, EV charging & dark sky policy included. Read the full story.
Miller Homes proposes up to 350 houses on Pelsall green belt land, featuring 40% affordable homes and canalside walkways. Have your say on the 'Canalside Living' project.
Get ready for huge Black Friday savings at Merry Hill shopping centre on November 28. Discover discounts of up to 70% on fashion, homeware, toys, and beauty from major brands.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
A striking ice sculpture of terraced homes unveiled in London exposes the fuel poverty crisis leaving millions freezing. Campaign urges action as energy bills remain £500 above pre-crisis levels.
Edge Hill University introduces a credit card-sized checklist to protect children's rights during medical procedures. Healthcare professionals can now ensure better communication and reduce distress.
Hollyoaks star James Sutton discusses panic attacks, fame's pressures, and men's mental health in Edge Hill University's podcast. Learn how dialogue creates strength.
M&S Merry Hill unveils its transformed fashion and beauty departments ahead of the flagship store's grand launch. Discover the latest collections and new brands.
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
Manchester's planning committee is set to approve over 1,700 new homes, a new shopping centre, and a key phase of a £1.7bn project. Discover the details of the city's transformation.
West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a 53-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Aldrich Avenue, Tile Hill. A 28-year-old man is in custody. Call 101 with information.
A £21m development of 88 gas-free affordable homes is now complete at West Vale, Oldham. The project tackles the borough's housing crisis with sustainable design. Discover the new community.
Furious London homeowners demand council action as neighbour's Japanese knotweed infestation threatens property values. Residents claim £3.7M homes becoming 'unsellable' due to invasive plant.
A fire ripped through the Kulture Bar & Grill on Hockley Hill, Birmingham, damaging 30% of the ground floor. Crews from Ladywood, Aston and Handsworth attended the scene.
NatWest and Barclays announce major policy shift offering 95% LTV mortgages on new-build properties, a move experts call 'reckless' and a risk for negative equity.
Merry Hill unveils its festive spectacular with a 21-day Artisan Market and Santa's first visit in a decade aboard the North Pole Express. Discover the magic!
Discover five enchanting holiday cottages across the UK available this December. From rustic farmhouses to cosy cabins with hot tubs - perfect for a magical Christmas escape.
Get a first look inside the new Apple Select store at Merry Hill in Brierley Hill. Discover the latest Apple products, including the iPhone 17, now available.
Merry Hill launches a spectacular 21-day Christmas market with artisan chalets, festive food, and Santa's return. Discover the full list of traders and plan your visit.
Edge Hill Professor Geoffrey Beattie's boxing books inspired the new biopic 'Giant'. Premiering at the BFI London Film Festival, it stars Pierce Brosnan and Sylvester Stallone. Discover the story behind the film.
Edge Hill University hosted its third Dose of Nature Walk, featuring Mike Palmer from Three Dads Walking, to promote mental wellbeing through nature-based approaches.
New government data reveals 23 Midlands secondary schools rank in England's top 10%, with King Edward VI Camp Hill Girls leading. Discover which schools made the cut.
Discover 8 stunning winter walks in the West Midlands to boost your wellbeing this November and December. Explore canals, hills, and parks for crisp morning adventures.