Top 10 UK Winter Walks: Breathtaking Views & Cosy Pubs
Discover the UK's best winter walks as chosen by readers, featuring panoramic peaks, coastal spectacles, and perfect post-hike pubs. Get inspired for your next crisp-day adventure.
Discover the UK's best winter walks as chosen by readers, featuring panoramic peaks, coastal spectacles, and perfect post-hike pubs. Get inspired for your next crisp-day adventure.
Discover 10 charming London neighbourhoods that transform into festive winter wonderlands. From Hampstead to Blackheath, find the perfect spot for a cosy winter stroll.
The Pocket in Islington has been named London's best new pub for 2025 by Time Out. Discover why this traditional boozer, serving local ales and classic snacks, stands out in a challenging market.
Discover why The Churchill Arms in West London is famed as the capital's most festive pub, with 55 trees and 300,000 lights attracting visitors from across the globe. See the story behind the dazzling display.
A new study reveals the cost of a pint, hot chocolate and mulled wine at Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland 2025, ranking it among the UK's priciest Christmas markets. Plan your festive visit here.
We review the £18.50 fish and chips at The Grapes in Limehouse, a historic pub owned by acting legend Sir Ian McKellen. Discover the verdict on the food, atmosphere, and prices.
Discover the UK's best winter activities, from starling murmurations in Cambridgeshire to dark sky gazing in Northumberland. Readers share their favourite crisp-day walks and seasonal adventures.
Baxter's Court in Hackney, a beloved local pub, has reopened just a month after its closure by Wetherspoons. The DC Lion pub operator has taken over, promising a new chapter for the community hub.
London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland closes for the season on January 1, 2026. Plan your final visit for ice skating, rides, and Bavarian treats before it's gone.
The opening of the new £1m Wetherspoons pub in Croydon, The Coombe Lodge, has been delayed by two days. It will now open on December 19, creating 80 jobs. Read more.
Discover London's most stunning rooftop bars and heated terraces for magical Christmas catch-ups. From Sky Garden to hidden gems, plan your festive socials now.
A new study predicts the most packed London pubs this festive season. Discover the top 10 list to plan your Christmas drinks and avoid the biggest crowds.
UK electric vehicle drivers warned of hefty penalties for common winter errors. Learn Kia's essential tips to stay safe, legal, and avoid fines up to £11,000 this season.
Struggling to find the perfect winter wedding outfit? Discover elegant solutions featuring lace, cocktail coats, and glimmering jewellery to shine despite the chill.
Step behind a velvet curtain into Pineapple Pubs in Kentish Town. Find the perfect fireside spot, play board games, and enjoy ideal Thai winter warmers. Read our full review.
The 9th Aldgate in Winter Festival is back on 4th & 5th December with a lantern parade, community feast, live music, and festive workshops. Join the free celebration in Aldgate Square.
JD Wetherspoon has appealed to open a new 320-capacity pub at 11 The Strand, next to Charing Cross station. The plan, previously rejected, was granted appeal in June 2025.
Croydon is set to welcome a grand new Wetherspoons pub in a Grade II listed 1760s building just in time for Christmas. Discover the details of this major expansion.
Discover Ling Ling's, the acclaimed nomadic Chinese kitchen now in residence at Godet wine pub in Islington. Chef Jenny Phung's Cantonese-inspired dishes are a must-try.
The Three Jingle Bells, a festive pop-up in Southwark measuring under 8ft squared, is dubbed the world's smallest pub. Book a 45-minute slot for you and two mates until December 22.
Discover the scientific reasons why London's damp, humid winter can feel colder than Canada's freezing temperatures, from heat conductivity to the urban canyon effect.
London is set for three days of snow in December, with flurries forecast for the 12th, 13th, and 29th. Discover the detailed outlook for the capital's wintry weather.
Discover London's magical Christmas markets for 2025. Get opening dates, locations and travel tips for Winter Wonderland, Southbank Centre and more festive highlights.
William The Fourth in Leyton has moved its under-18s curfew to 7pm after complaints the pub resembled a 'creche'. The venue remains family-friendly by day.
Discover why Margate, the Victorian seaside town just 90 minutes from London, has been crowned the UK's top winter getaway by Condé Nast. Plan your cosy escape today!
Grace Dent reviews The Shaston Arms, a London pub trying to be a boozer and a restaurant. The result is a sterile, Gen Z-friendly experience with premium prices and poor service.
A Dublin pub near Guinness brewery creates 60/40 blend mixing alcoholic and non-alcoholic stout, dividing purists. Would you try this 1.7% ABV hybrid?
Shocking CCTV shows two thieves stealing a bag containing a £2,000 laptop from a London pub. The pair have been sentenced to prison. Read the full story.
JD Wetherspoons is launching its inaugural European pub at Alicante airport, serving full English breakfasts and Spanish tapas. The Castell de Santa Barbera opens in January 2026.
Food blogger Harrison Webb visits The Harwood Arms, London's only Michelin-starred pub, and is left stunned by the quality of the food, particularly the scotch egg and lamb.