Chocolate cut-off time for sleep is 3pm, expert says
A dietitian reveals the surprising afternoon deadline for eating chocolate to avoid sleep disruption. Discover the hidden stimulants and better bedtime snacks.
A dietitian reveals the surprising afternoon deadline for eating chocolate to avoid sleep disruption. Discover the hidden stimulants and better bedtime snacks.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Master the viral Dubai chocolate bar with our perfected recipe. This pistachio-crammed treat makes a superb Christmas gift. Discover tips for the perfect crunch, filling, and chocolate coating.
Food critic Grace Dent weighs the chaos of home cooking against the stress of dining out on Christmas Day. Discover the pros, cons, and her ultimate verdict.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
A Tesco store in East London has placed Cadbury Dairy Milk bars in locked plastic cases, highlighting extreme anti-shoplifting measures as thefts hit record highs. Read the full story.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Get the final deadlines for Royal Mail, Evri, DPD, Parcelforce and major retailers to ensure gifts arrive on time.
Marks & Spencer's exclusive £35 Swiss Chocolate Gift Hamper, with over 1kg of luxury bars, is being hailed as the perfect festive present for chocolate lovers. Discover the details and top-rated alternatives.
Will London see snow on Christmas Day 2025? Get the latest betting odds and the Met Office forecast for the capital. Discover the full details here.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
UK Christmas shoppers are urged to check postal deadlines now. The first cut-off for overseas parcels is 5 December, with UK deadlines following. Avoid missed gifts by planning ahead.
Noël Coward's 'Fallen Angels' receives a witty, champagne-fuelled revival at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. Read our review of the hilarious battle of wits.
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
The iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lights up at 6pm tonight, 4 December. Get the full schedule, history, and how long it stays. Join the festive celebration in central London.
Celebrated chef Angela Hartnett shares two effortless, make-ahead Italian dessert recipes perfect for Christmas: a rich chocolate hazelnut tart and a boozy zabaglione. Save time and impress your guests.
A century-old Noël Coward comedy about infidelity and female desire gets a straight-down-the-line revival at London's Menier Chocolate Factory. Amusing but no longer radical.
Discover Winchester Cathedral's magical Christmas market, named among Europe's best. With 100 Alpine chalets, it's open until Dec 22 and just an hour by train from London.
Time Out names the 'Powered by Dreams' tree at St Pancras International as London's top festive display for 2025. The stunning creation supports Great Ormond Street Hospital. Discover the magic.
Lindt launches an exclusive matcha & strawberry chocolate bar, available only at its London Piccadilly store. Just 200 bars will be sold this Saturday. Discover the details.
Aldi urgently recalls Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to possible peanut contamination not listed on packaging. Customers urged to return product for full refund.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is set to arrive for eligible claimants. Find out the payment dates, qualifying benefits, and if you are eligible for the extra support.
Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.
Save the Children's powerful 2025 Christmas advert cleverly mimics Coca-Cola's iconic trucks to highlight urgent aid needs. Discover the campaign's message and shocking child poverty research.
A Hertfordshire mum reveals her 18-year method of preparing the festive feast in advance, saving three hours and £65.55. Discover her time-saving hacks for a stress-free Christmas.
Shoppers are switching from Cadbury and Nestlé to M&S's 'Big Mix' chocolate tin for Christmas, praising its traditional wrappers and value. Discover why it's flying off the shelves.
Santa's grotto opens for the first time on the London Eye, 135 metres above London. Meet Father Christmas in the sky from December 1st to Christmas Eve. Book tickets now.
Discover how shop window-dressers create stunning festive decor. Learn budget-friendly tips for trees, lights, and DIY decorations to make your home welcoming this Christmas.
Discover London's most spectacular Christmas displays for 2025, from Fortnum & Mason's crimson lights to Annabel's Narnia wonderland. Plan your festive tour today!
Your complete guide to the festive Leicester Square Christmas market for 2025. Discover food, drink prices, the new ice rink, and why it's a perfect alternative to Winter Wonderland.
Discover the magic and quirks of Tallinn's Christmas market, a historic festive experience dubbed 'tacky' by locals but loved by visitors for its authentic charm.