Christmas Day 'chaos' at White Horse pub near Solihull
Families faced festive misery as The White Horse in Balsall Common closed unexpectedly on Christmas Day due to major technical issues. Boss apologises and promises refunds.
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Christmas Day pub lunch branded 'utter chaos'
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
Four Birmingham pubs revived in 2025
Discover four Birmingham pubs brought back to life in 2025, from The Anchor to The Gunmakers Arms, offering hope amidst a challenging year for the hospitality sector.
Solihull pub reminds customers about good manners
The Greenwood pub in Chelmsley Wood issued a polite social media notice about customer behaviour, stressing that good manners, not shouting, ensures quicker service. Read the full story.
Biggest TV Shows of 2025: The Hits That Dominated Screens
From viral memes to sparking national conversations, 2025 delivered major TV moments. We review the year's biggest shows, including Severance, The White Lotus, and the final series of Stranger Things. Discover what made them unmissable.
White House wanted to avoid Clinton-Adams handshake photo
Newly-released documents detail how the White House aimed to prevent a photo of Bill Clinton shaking Gerry Adams' hand during his historic 1995 Belfast visit. Discover the diplomatic manoeuvres.
Wetherspoons January sale: Drinks from 99p at 600+ pubs
Wetherspoons is launching a huge January sale across over 600 pubs, with prices starting from 99p on drinks and food deals. The sale runs from January 2nd to 15th. Discover the bargains.
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.
Mass brawl outside Measham pub sees man hospitalised
A man was taken to hospital after a large-scale fight involving around 50 people erupted outside The Bird in Hand pub in Measham. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Birmingham pub hosts Jamaica hurricane fundraiser
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Birmingham landlord's Christmas plea to save local pubs
A Birmingham landlord urges locals to support their pub this Christmas as closures hit 'unprecedented rate' and business rates threaten a 15% hike. Protect your local.
UK -2C Snow Storm Hits Three English Counties at Christmas
The UK faces a severe -2C snow storm over Christmas, with three counties bearing the brunt. Met Office warns of a 7C temperature drop. Read the latest forecast and travel warnings.
Met Office's White Christmas verdict: Frosty, not snowy
The Met Office confirms an Arctic blast will freeze the UK for Christmas, but significant snow is likely only on northern hills. Stay updated on the festive forecast.
Discontinued Nestle White Chocolate Bar Spotted Back in UK Stores
Nestle's Milky Bar Crunch, reminiscent of the axed White Chocolate Crunch, has been found in B&M and The Range. Fans hail its return as shoppers rush to find the £2.99 treat.
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.
White Christmas 2025: Met Office Areas for Snow
The Met Office has detailed which parts of England could see snow on Christmas Day 2025. Get the full forecast and see if your county is on the list.
Bournemouth's White Christmas Dip Changes Location
Bournemouth's festive sea dip is moving to the east side of Boscombe Pier this Christmas Day for safety. Hundreds will plunge for Macmillan Caring Locally. Book now!
Christmas weather folklore predicts Easter conditions
Traditional UK folklore suggests the weather on Christmas Day can predict Easter's conditions, often in reverse. Discover the old sayings linking festive forecasts to spring weather and crop yields.
Staffordshire Named Britain's Cosiest Pub Region
Beavertown Brewery's Cosy Pub Index reveals Staffordshire as Britain's top region for festive pubs, with 230 cosy spots. Discover the top counties and a 'cosy pub corridor' for winter escapes.
Decision on pub's fence and outdoor bar delayed
Solihull councillors will visit the 300-year-old Brickmakers Arms in Balsall Common before deciding the fate of its controversial fence and outdoor bar. Read the latest in the planning saga.
Wetherspoons' Christmas customer rules explained
JD Wetherspoon has detailed its key customer policies for the Christmas period, covering dress codes, vaping, and rules for under-18s. Learn what's allowed in UK pubs.
Cosy Christmas Pub & Walks Near Solihull
Discover Lowsonford, a quaint Warwickshire village with lovely canal walks, leading to a pub with a festive scent and award-winning pies. Perfect for a festive day out.
Wetherspoons Christmas Rules: What You Need to Know
Planning a festive trip to Wetherspoons? Here are the essential rules on dogs, dress code, vaping, and under-18s you must follow across the Christmas period.
Russian Blizzard Could Bring UK Snow on Christmas Day
A severe Russian blizzard could blanket the UK in snow on Christmas Day, with temperatures plunging to -9°C. Get the latest Met Office and Netweather forecasts for a potential white Christmas.
UK 'Snow Bomb' Threatens Unusual White Christmas
The Met Office warns of a 'very unusual' white Christmas event as a 'snow bomb' hits the UK. Could this be the first widespread festive snowfall since 2010? Read the full forecast.
UK 'Snow Bomb' to Hit 16 Counties at Christmas
A 15-hour 'snow bomb' is forecast to hit 16 UK counties from Christmas Eve, disrupting travel. Get the latest on affected areas and how to prepare.
Snow Forecast for All UK Parts by Christmas Day
A weather system from Russia could bring snow across all parts of the UK by the end of Christmas Day, with temperatures potentially plummeting to -9°C. Discover the latest forecasts and expert analysis.
White Christmas Alert: UK Snow Bomb Could Hit England
The UK faces a potential 'snow bomb' and its first widespread white Christmas since 2010. Met Office forecasts wintry showers and a significant cold snap. Read the full forecast details.
Pumpkin farm donates £5,1k to Derbyshire Air Ambulance
Mr Pumpkin's farm in Stanley Common donated £5,171.30 to the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance after a successful pumpkin picking season. Discover how this community event has raised over £26,000 for critical lifesaving missions.
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