Free Birmingham NYE 2025 Events: 6 Last-Minute Parties
Discover six fantastic free New Year's Eve events in Birmingham for 2025. From live music to DJ sets, celebrate the start of 2026 without breaking the bank. Book your spot now!
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Supermarkets Open New Year's Day: UK Opening Hours
Don't panic if you run out of food on January 1st. Many UK supermarkets are open on the bank holiday. Check our full list of opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more.
What Auld Lang Syne Means & Its New Year's History
Discover the meaning of Auld Lang Syne, the story of Robert Burns, and why we sing it every New Year's Eve. Uncover the tradition's global journey.
Police: No Official Birmingham New Year Fireworks Display
West Midlands Police debunk viral rumours of a Birmingham city centre fireworks show for New Year's Eve, warning families to avoid disappointment. Read their official advice.
Shopping centre opening times for New Year's Eve and Day
Plan your post-Christmas shopping with our guide to opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, and other major centres from December 29 to January 2. Find key times for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Quirky Global Christmas Traditions from KFC to Cats
Discover unique festive customs worldwide, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit cemeteries and Iceland's fearsome Yule Cat. Explore how the world celebrates.
West Midlands Railway New Year's Eve 2025 travel changes
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.
Boxing Day Quiz: Test Your UK Knowledge
How much do you really know about Boxing Day? Dive into our festive quiz covering its history, traditions, and quirky facts. Challenge yourself and see how you score!
10 Christmas truths only Birmingham locals will get
Discover the hilarious local quirks and dialect that make a Birmingham Christmas unique. From 'going round the Wrekin' to 'wagging it', we decode the festive season, Brummie-style.
Birmingham's Enduring Christmas Magic: A Personal History
Discover why Birmingham's festive spirit remains magical through decades of change. Explore personal memories, historical traditions, and how the city's Christmas celebrations have evolved while keeping their heart.
New KitKat Chunky Flavour Rumoured for 2026 UK Release
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.
Care Home and School Share Christmas Past in Edgbaston
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
New £241 weekly state pension for post-1951 retirees
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
Bromsgrove Care Home's Nostalgic Christmas Event
Chandler Court care home in Bromsgrove invites the community to a 1950s-inspired festive tea party on 17th December, reviving cherished traditions. Join residents for stories, singalongs and festive fun.
Creating New Christmas Traditions Amid Changing Times
A journalist reflects on festive nostalgia and the pressure to create a perfect Christmas, advocating for simpler, personal rituals. Discover how to reclaim the season's joy without the stress.
Birmingham's Christmas history in 26 iconic photos
Discover how Birmingham's Christmas celebrations have transformed over the last century through 26 nostalgic photographs showing festive markets, decorations and community spirit.
St Andrew's Day Scottish Heritage Quiz
Challenge your Scottish knowledge with our St Andrew's Day quiz covering history, culture and traditions. Perfect for testing your heritage awareness this festive season!
Kelly Osbourne's Christmas heartbreak over Ozzy
Kelly Osbourne shares emotional tribute to father Ozzy, revealing festive traditions 'won't be the same' following his tragic passing in July. Read the family's heartbreaking confessions.
Free Winter Folk Art Exhibition Opens in Solihull
Discover 'Winter Folk', a free exhibition at Solihull's Courtyard Gallery from 12 Dec. Featuring 21 local artists exploring folk traditions through painting, embroidery & more.
Royal Roast Dinner Rules Revealed
Discover the Royal Family's strict Sunday roast traditions, from giant Yorkshire puddings to forbidden food pairings, as revealed by their former chef. Learn more about their dining preferences.
Nando's Opening 14 New UK Restaurants in Expansion
Nando's confirms 14 new UK locations after revenue hit £1.48bn. Get the full list of new restaurants opening near you and the business story behind the expansion.
Christmas tree study reveals UK decorating habits
Discover how Brits decorate their Christmas trees with 39 ornaments taking 85 minutes. Learn about sentimental decorations and festive traditions that make the season magical.
Man arrested after Birmingham Starbucks break-in
A 44-year-old man has been arrested following an early morning break-in at the Starbucks on New Street, Birmingham. Police seized a glass break hammer and Class-B drugs.
Start Your New Year Hair Journey Early with Dr Vegan
Begin your New Year hair transformation now with Dr Vegan's Hair Saviour supplement. Get 25% off and tackle thinning hair with a science-backed formula for stronger, healthier hair.
Wetherspoons expands with 5 new UK pubs by 2026
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
Petition: Scrap Basic State Pension for New Rate
A parliamentary petition urges the DWP to abolish the Basic State Pension and pay the higher New State Pension rate to all pensioners, bridging a £53.80 weekly gap.
Storm Claudia: Birmingham Rail Services Amended
Storm Claudia brings an amber weather warning and travel chaos to the West Midlands. West Midlands Railway has announced amended services for Birmingham New Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia Causes Birmingham Train Chaos
Storm Claudia brings heavy rain, causing major train delays and cancellations at Birmingham New Street and Moor Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia Cancels Birmingham Train Services
Storm Claudia causes major travel disruption in Birmingham with cancelled trains and flood risks. Check your journey before travelling and plan ahead for delays.
Man arrested after body found in Hanley flat
A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.
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