Worst Christmas gifts: Used pyjamas and rotten fruit revealed
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
Families slam Toby Carvery's 'morning of magic' Santa breakfast event as a major letdown, citing a grumpy Santa and lack of festive cheer. Read the full story of the disappointing £10.99 experience.
A mischievous Staffordshire Bull Terrier pup named Nova snatched Santa's beard at a festive doggy daycare event in Sunderland, sparking a hilarious 10-minute chase. Read the full story of the Christmas chaos.
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.
Four festive Pomeranians surprised Santa at an Asda in Rhyl, boosting the Rotary Club's Christmas charity appeal for the NSPCC and St Kentigerns. Join the festive fun!
Pupils at Loughborough Schools Foundation have raised nearly £2,000 for Rainbows Hospice and delivered 50 festive hampers to vulnerable residents across the East Midlands.
New CAA data reveals TUI as the worst major airline for punctuality in 2025, with only 57.5% of flights on time. Discover the full rankings and your passenger rights.
Rossendale Rotary spreads festive cheer with Santa's sleigh, collections at Tesco Haslingden, and a carol concert. Discover how they support local causes and how you can get involved.
Torfaen's 20th annual Santa Appeal has surpassed expectations, delivering gifts and hampers to over 300 children and young people. See how community generosity made Christmas brighter.
A UK family shares their unforgettable journey to Lapland to meet Father Christmas, enjoy husky rides, and witness the Northern Lights. Discover travel tips and what makes this festive adventure so special.
A life-size Santa figure has mysteriously appeared at Banksy's 2019 Jewellery Quarter artwork. Is it the artist's return or a brilliant tribute? Discover the clues.
Motoring experts warn the Friday before Christmas will see record traffic. Get essential tips to avoid gridlock and stay safe on your festive journey.
J D Wetherspoon confirms its first European pub, Castell de Santa Bàrbera, opens at Alicante-Elche Airport on January 29, serving UK favourites and Spanish tapas to British holidaymakers.
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
A Leicestershire family, led by Neil 'Buddy The Elf', will cycle dressed as Christmas characters on Dec 20 & 21 to raise vital funds for LOROS Hospice. Follow their festive route.
Walsall has been ranked the fifth least happy place to live in the UK, according to Rightmove's annual survey. The Black Country town came 216th out of 220 locations. Read the full story.
Walsall in the West Midlands has been ranked the fifth least happy place in the UK in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover the full list and local reaction.
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.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto, offering festive joy to Birmingham families facing cost-of-living pressures.
Families can visit a magical reindeer grotto at Planters Garden Centre in Tamworth, just 20 minutes from Birmingham. Meet Santa, see Swedish reindeer, and enjoy festive crafts. Open weekends in December and Dec 22-24. Book now!
The Sunshine Fund's free Santa Grotto Bus is back in Newcastle city centre, visiting SEND schools and offering festive joy. Donations to the charity's Big Give campaign are doubled, funding life-changing equipment for North East children.
Discover the festive enchantment of Alton Towers' Santa Sleepover experience. From a Santa's Grotto visit to themed hotel rooms, find out how it kickstarted one family's personal Christmas season.
HR experts warn Christmas parties and Secret Santa gifts can become costly HR nightmares. Learn the rules to avoid legal fees and keep festive fun safe.
Royal Mail urges UK parents not to miss the December 10 deadline for children's letters to Santa to get a free, personalised reply. Ensure your child's Christmas magic.
Criscilla Crossland Anderson, star of Netflix's 'Country Ever After', has died at 45 from colon cancer. She left a heartbreaking final message for her fans and children. Read the full tribute.
Greggs launches its first-ever Christmas card collection, featuring a free sausage roll voucher. The humorous cards, available via Moonpig, aim to solve Secret Santa stress. Discover the festive treat.
Boots has cut the price of a premium Baylis & Harding pamper set by 50% to only £8. This luxury tin, packed with five lavender & rosehip products, is the perfect last-minute Secret Santa or stocking filler gift.
Discover where to meet Father Christmas in Birmingham and the West Midlands this festive season, including unique trips on the Polar Express train and Dudley Canal boat. Book now to avoid disappointment.
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
A Leicestershire pet care business launches its annual Santa Paws Christmas collection for RSPCA Woodside, a vital animal centre that receives no government funding. Donate supplies or funds to help.