Birmingham Twixmas Guide: Shows, Skating & Trails
Your essential guide to festive fun in Birmingham between Christmas and New Year 2025/26. Discover pantos, ice skating, light trails and winter walks.
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Best Things to Do Between Christmas & New Year 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to festive events in Birmingham, Solihull, Warwick & beyond. From light trails to pantos and ice skating, plan your perfect Twixmas break.
Card games boost memory and strategic thinking
Rediscover screen-free fun this festive season. Playing classic card games like Uno and Bridge provides a powerful cognitive workout, improving problem-solving, memory, and lowering dementia risk.
Birmingham Twixmas Guide: Things to Do Before New Year
Discover the best family activities in Birmingham between Christmas and New Year. From pantomimes and ice skating to winter light trails and festive walks, our guide has it all.
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.
Weston-super-Mare: Classic Brummie Seaside Getaway
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
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.
Five-weekend Essex railway upgrade starts January 10
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
Manchester Christmas Markets Close with Mixed Trader Views
Manchester's Christmas Markets have ended for 2025. While some traders reported their worst year in 20 years, others saw strong sales. Read the full story on the festive season's economic impact.
Snow forecast for England in January 2026
Weather maps predict a six-hour snowfall hitting northern England on January 4-5, 2026, with Greater Manchester and Lancashire set for a wintry blanket. Get the full forecast.
Kingstanding community centre combats deprivation with activities
A Birmingham community centre is challenging Kingstanding's negative reputation with a packed schedule of free activities, from Tai Chi to a dementia choir, and delivering 100 Christmas dinners to those in need.
Two pedestrians killed in Bolton crash, teen arrested
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died after being hit by a VW Polo on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
Two women die in Bolton crash, 19-year-old arrested
Two women, aged 57 and 59, died at the scene of a crash on Smithills Dean Road, Bolton. A 19-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police appeal for witnesses.
Free Kids' Workshop on Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree Recycling
Dobbies Garden Centre in Southport hosts a free Little Seedlings workshop on January 4, teaching children creative ways to recycle Christmas trees and build wildlife habitats. Book now!
7 Christmas Ice Rinks in and around Birmingham 2025
Discover seven magical Christmas ice rinks in Birmingham and nearby castles. Find dates, prices, and tips for the best festive skating experience in the West Midlands.
7 Christmas Ice Rinks in and around Birmingham 2025
Discover seven magical ice rinks in Birmingham and nearby for Christmas 2025, from city-centre spots to castle backdrops. Book now for festive skating fun!
Woman, 78, killed in Asda car park collision named
Margaret Crichton, 78, died after being hit by a car in an Asda car park in Shaw, Oldham. Police are appealing for her family and witnesses to come forward.
Pensioner killed in Asda car park collision before Christmas
A 78-year-old woman has died after being hit by a van in an Asda car park in Shaw. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following the tragic incident.
Nine-hour snow alert for UK east, 16 counties spared
A nine-hour snow event is forecast for eastern England on December 27, with Greater London at risk. Discover the 16 counties set to escape the worst of the wintry weather.
Manchester Arena bombing victims receive £20m damages
Sixteen victims of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing have been awarded nearly £20 million in damages. The settlements follow a public inquiry that found serious security failings. Read the full story.
Register for Manchester's 2026 Christmas Tree Recycling
Francis House Children's Hospice teams up with Just Helping for a January 2026 Christmas tree collection across Greater Manchester. Register now for an eco-friendly pick-up in return for a donation.
321 Winter Items Donated to Manchester Homeless
Taylor Wimpey Manchester has donated 321 winter essentials to Lifeshare charity for the homeless. The homebuilder's national Wrap Up Warm campaign has provided over 14,000 items. Learn more about this vital community support.
Mum found dead in Bridgewater Canal after missing babysitter pick-up
The body of Jana Bahvalova, 29, was recovered from Bridgewater Canal in Altrincham. The devoted mother had failed to collect her two daughters, prompting a missing person search.
Free Gingerbread Wonderland in Birmingham's Victorian Arcade
Birmingham's historic Great Western Arcade transforms into a festive wonderland this Saturday with free gingerbread, Victorian singers, and Christmas joy. Find the details here.
14,000 Bulbs Planted in Stockport's Wilding Project
Over 14,000 spring bulbs planted by volunteers in Stockport to re-wild the town centre. The project boosts biodiversity and community wellbeing. Find out how to get involved.
Free Christmas Holiday Activities for Middlesbrough Children
Thousands of children in Middlesbrough will benefit from free festive fun, sports, and healthy meals this Christmas. The Bring It On Boro scheme is back, funded by a £250k grant. Find out how to book.
Virgin Media O2 opens new Manchester city centre office
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Rochdale's January Events: Sound Baths, Discos & Concerts
Discover Rochdale's January events: a relaxing sound bath at the Town Hall, festive mini-discos for kids, and a tribute concert. Find dates, booking details, and essential information here.
Rochdale Churches Announce Festive Services & Events
Churches across Rochdale, including St Luke's, St Mary's, and St Chad's, have released their schedules for Advent and Christmas services, community groups, and fundraising events. Find service times, study groups, and festive activities.
Birmingham dad creates free Santa's grotto in his garage
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.
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