UK New Year's Eve Fireworks Law & Times Explained
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
Snag the perfect New Year's Eve outfit without overspending. River Island's chic high-neck mesh midi dress is now just £16.75 – a stunning £25 saving on the original price.
Shoppers praise Next's £38 sequin dress for its flattering fit and festive sparkle, ideal for New Year's Eve. Discover the top-rated partywear options from Next and M&S for 2026.
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
Plan your perfect New Year's Eve in Birmingham with our guide to six major ticketed events, from themed balls to massive festival-style parties. Find venues, music, and prices for 2025.
easyJet launches a new weekly Saturday flight from Birmingham Airport to Grenoble, with fares from £23.99, boosting winter sports access. The airline plans further expansion from BHX in 2026.
Alfred Works, a massive 17,500 sq ft food hall, is coming to Digbeth's Custard Factory in 2026. Discover the first three vendors bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and Eritrean cuisine to Birmingham.
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.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Discover Next's Champagne Gold Metallic Super Wide Trousers, the £42 high-fashion alternative to a dress for New Year's Eve. Shoppers are raving and buying all three colours. Find out why.
Birmingham New Street station hosted a free Christmas dinner for over 100 vulnerable and homeless people on Christmas Eve, offering festive cheer and community support. Read the heartwarming story.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
Co-op forecasts Prosecco sales will surpass milk on 24 December, with over 250,000 bottles stocked. Its award-winning fizz is now £6.50 for members. Read the festive retail surge.
Challenge your wits this Christmas Eve with our festive trivia quiz. From Formula One to Nobel Prizes and Discworld, see how many answers you know. Try it now!
Dramatic weather maps forecast a return of the 'Beast from the East' with snow and -6C wind chill for eastern England on New Year's Eve. Get the latest UK forecast and travel warnings.
Latest weather maps predict a dramatic New Year's Eve freeze, with snow for eastern England and temperatures feeling as low as -6C. Get the full forecast and travel warnings here.
The beloved NORAD Santa Tracker is live for Christmas Eve 2025. Use the interactive tool to follow Father Christmas's global journey, see when he'll reach England, and discover the heartwarming story behind this festive tradition.
Pat and Bob Pembleton from Stapleford celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary today. Their daughters are visiting from New Zealand for a festive family reunion. Read their heartwarming story.
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 major warning has been issued for ATM users in England this Wednesday, as a £370 million cash rush is forecast. Plan your withdrawals to avoid empty machines.
The full Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus for HMP Birmingham's 1,450 inmates have been disclosed. See the meal choices, from halal options to festive treats.
Shoppers praise Amazon's £12.99 New Year's Eve decoration set with 51 items for a classy party. Includes garlands, foil balloons & photo props. Get ready for 2026!
Hollister has reopened in Birmingham's Bullring, prompting fond memories of its dimly-lit 2011 store. Victoria's Secret is also set for a 2026 comeback. Read the full story.
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day opening times for all major UK supermarkets in 2025.
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Shoppers at Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and more can save big on festive food by timing their Christmas Eve shop right. Expert reveals the exact 'golden hours' for yellow sticker discounts.
Birmingham Bullring welcomes 14 new and upgraded stores just in time for Christmas 2025, including Uniqlo, Bath & Body Works, and a major Selfridges Beauty Hall. Discover the full list of openings.
Shoppers at Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and more can bag festive food bargains by timing their Christmas Eve shop right. Expert reveals the exact 'golden hours' for discounts.
Discover 14 new shops that opened in Birmingham's Bullring in 2025, perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts. From beauty and fashion to kitchenware and football merch.