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.
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US Blizzards Ground 1,000+ Flights Amid Holiday Rush
Severe winter storms across the US north-east have caused massive flight cancellations and delays, disrupting millions of travellers during the busy festive period. Stay informed on the latest travel updates.
Miller & Carter cancels Christmas Day dinners for 300 guests
A popular Midlands steakhouse was forced to cancel Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties after a kitchen extractor fan failure. Families were left scrambling for last-minute alternatives.
Miller & Carter cancels Christmas dinner for 300 guests
A popular Midlands steakhouse cancelled Christmas Day bookings for nearly 80 parties due to a kitchen fault. Families were left scrambling for alternatives after last-minute notice.
Boxing Day 2025: Shopper Numbers Up 4.4%
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
Two missing after Christmas Day sea swim in Devon
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
2026 Bank Holidays: Christmas Day Falls on a Friday
Plan your 2026 holidays now. Christmas Day on a Friday creates a long weekend, with Boxing Day moving to Monday. See all the key dates for England and Wales.
Record Christmas getaway sparks UK traffic warnings
The AA warns of a record-breaking Christmas getaway with 24.4 million car trips today. Birmingham's M5/M6 interchange is a key hotspot. Read the full traffic alert.
Boxing Day Traffic Chaos: 20 Million Car Journeys Forecast
Drivers across the UK are urged to avoid the roads until 7pm on Boxing Day as the AA forecasts 19.7 million car journeys. Discover the worst congestion hotspots and travel times.
Six-day UK snow bomb forecast from New Year's Day
The UK faces a six-day snow event starting January 1st, with maps showing widespread flurries. Find out which regions are most at risk and the latest Met Office forecast.
What's on TV this Boxing Day? Full UK schedule
Your complete guide to the Boxing Day TV schedule across major UK channels. Discover the best films, festive specials, and family shows to enjoy on 26th December 2025.
King Charles' 2025 Christmas Speech in Full
Read the full text of King Charles III's 2025 Christmas Day broadcast, where he reflects on pilgrimage, unity, and the timeless values of courage and compassion. Discover his message of hope for the nation.
Ultimate Christmas Day Quiz: Test Your Festive Knowledge
Put your festive knowledge to the test with our ultimate Christmas Day quiz, featuring general knowledge, cryptic carols, and Christmas number ones. Can you top the leaderboard?
Which shops are open on Christmas Day in the UK?
Forgot a crucial item on Christmas Day? Don't panic. Our guide reveals which shops can legally open, from small convenience stores to petrol stations, to save your festive day.
Festive TV Guide 2025: What's On Christmas & Boxing Day
Your complete guide to the must-watch TV specials this Christmas and Boxing Day 2025, from Strictly Come Dancing and The Great British Bake Off to explosive soap storylines. Plan your festive viewing now.
Joe Wicks reveals why he skips Christmas Day exercise
Fitness coach Joe Wicks explains his relatable reason for taking Christmas Day off, details his New Year's Day ITV special with Olly Murs, and shares his phone-use resolution for 2026.
Met Office verdict: Dry, cold Christmas 2025, little snow
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.
Christmas Day TV Schedule 2025: What's On?
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.
UK Celebs Spending Christmas 2025 Alone
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.
Expert Tips to Conquer the Boots Boxing Day Sale
Discover a seasoned shopper's strategy for the Boots Boxing Day Sale. Learn how to grab luxury fragrances, gift sets, and electricals at up to 70% off, plus key dates for online bargains.
Shababs Birmingham Opens Christmas Day with Normal Menu
Beloved Birmingham balti house Shababs is opening on December 25, serving its regular menu at regular prices. The historic Sparkbrook restaurant, a local institution since 1987, still has tables available for Christmas bookings.
Starmer's festive thanks to NHS, military and volunteers
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.
Birmingham's only Christmas Day attraction revealed
Discover the one Birmingham attraction hosting festive fun on December 25th. Planet Ice in Solihull opens for special ice skating sessions. Book now to avoid disappointment.
UK Foreign Office 'Do Not Travel' List for 2026 Revealed
The UK Foreign Office has issued 'do not travel' warnings for 55 countries in 2026, voiding travel insurance. Discover the full list and essential safety advice for British tourists.
Foreign Office 'Do Not Travel' List for 2026 Revealed
The UK Foreign Office has warned against travel to 55 countries and regions for 2026. Travellers risk invalidating their insurance by visiting these destinations. Check the full list before you book.
Christmas items shoppers forget & how to get them last minute
Don't ruin Christmas Day by forgetting key items. A Birmingham mum reveals the 5 essentials she's missed, and how Amazon Fresh can deliver them in time for December 25th.
White Christmas Forecast for UK, First Since 1981
The Met Office forecasts snow for parts of England on Christmas Day, potentially triggering the first widespread White Christmas since 1981. Get the full festive weather update.
12 UK Cities at Risk of Snow Before Christmas
Forecasters warn of potential snow flurries hitting 12 major cities across England, Scotland, and Wales. Bookies slash odds for a White Christmas as conditions change. Get the latest update.
Halfords Christmas 2025 Closure: 72-Hour Shutdown
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
Hays Travel acquisitions paused by competition watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered Sunderland's Hays Travel to pause integrating Polka Dot and Millington Travel. Read the full details of the investigation.
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