Horse-drawn carts and Christmas lights ceremonies light up UK
A visual journey through the weekend's festive highlights, from traditional horse-drawn carts to spectacular Christmas light switch-ons across the UK. See the magic unfold.
A visual journey through the weekend's festive highlights, from traditional horse-drawn carts to spectacular Christmas light switch-ons across the UK. See the magic unfold.
Experience the spectacular Christmas at Kew light trail, illuminating the 300-acre botanic gardens until 4 January 2026. Book tickets for festive magic.
A dramatic Porsche fire brought the M25 clockwise to a standstill for over 2.5 hours, causing severe delays. See the photos and diversion details.
Major delays on the M25 anticlockwise after a crash involving two cars and two lorries near Enfield. Two lanes closed, queues stretch to M11. Latest traffic updates.
An 18-year-old died after being struck by a car on the M5 in Somerset. He had left an ambulance where paramedics were treating him. The incident is under independent investigation.
Major road closures and key reopenings are set to impact Harrow in December. Get the full list of disruptions, including the long-awaited reopening of Clamp Hill.
A teenage girl has died after a minibus carrying nine teenagers collided with a car on a rural Yorkshire road. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A teenage girl has died and another is seriously injured after a crash involving a minibus carrying nine teenagers in Tadcaster. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
An 18-year-old man died after exiting a stationary ambulance on the M5 and being hit by a car. An off-duty police officer attempted a rescue. The IOPC has launched an investigation.
A mix of road closures and reopenings will affect Brent this December. See the full list of disruptions and key dates for Willesden, Dollis Hill, and Park Royal.
Theatreland will honour the late playwright Tom Stoppard by dimming its lights this Tuesday. Discover where to pay your respects and upcoming revivals of his work.
British Gas engineers offer five crucial safety and energy-saving tips for festive lights. Stay safe, save money, and avoid hazards this Christmas season.
Tributes paid to Amie Pearson, 26, and Chelsea Carlisle, 29, killed in Pleasley collision. Nine-year-old boy suffers life-changing injuries. 18-year-old arrested.
Structural repairs force Blackwall Tunnel southbound closure until Monday, December 1, causing severe delays across Limehouse, Poplar and Royal Docks. Plan your journey now.
M4 eastbound remains closed between Junctions 17-18 after Mercedes left carriageway near Leigh Delamere Services. Diversions in place with disruption expected throughout Sunday.
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!
Severe M25 traffic chaos after a crash near Upminster causes 11-mile tailbacks and 90-minute delays. Get the latest travel updates here.
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Two women in their 20s have died and a nine-year-old boy suffered life-changing injuries in a Derbyshire car crash. An 18-year-old man has been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Discover how Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, a Shard housekeeper, inspired this year's spectacular Christmas light display. See London's tallest festive show lighting up the sky until January.
London's Oxford Street pedestrianisation moves forward with 16 bus routes facing changes. TfL consultation open for public feedback on the 2026 transformation plan.
UK motorists face fines up to £1,000 and six penalty points for using handheld devices in traffic jams or at red lights. Learn the law to avoid penalties.
A Bristol family has transformed their home into the Winterbourne Wonderland with 150,000 lights, raising funds for charity. Visit this spectacular festive display until January 4.
Major delays on A23 Brixton Road after a collision. Road closed near Crown & Anchor pub. Police on scene, bus routes diverted. Follow for live updates.
Electric vehicles will no longer be exempt from London's Congestion Charge from January 2026. Find out how the new fees and discounts will affect drivers.
A man in his 20s has died following a serious collision on Main Road, Sidcup. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. Call 101 with information.
Discover why 'button edgers' - pedestrians who refuse to press crossing buttons - are infuriating commuters across the UK. Learn the truth about traffic light systems and why pressing matters.
A 68-year-old motorist was arrested after a collision killed a cyclist, 34, on Old Kent Road. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage. Call 101 with information.
Air traffic at Eindhoven Airport was suspended following multiple drone sightings, prompting a military and police response. Flights have now resumed. Read the latest updates.
Eindhoven Airport suspended all flights after multiple drones were detected in the area, leaving passengers stranded. Defence minister confirms military on standby to intervene.