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.
Tracey Kasongo, 33, swapped her London life for a Brooklyn apartment via Kindred and found love with a filmmaker. Her story mirrors the classic rom-com 'The Holiday'. Read her magical New York tale.
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.
Parkdean Resorts' huge Black Friday sale ends tonight, with four-night UK coastal breaks from just £79. Over 200,000 holidays are discounted by up to 50%. Act fast to secure your bargain getaway.
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.
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.
Explore stunning global photography from Chad to Iceland. Witness northern lights, winter lantern trails, and poignant human stories in our daily visual roundup.
Discover the best UK cultural events this Christmas season. From theatre shows and film releases to music concerts and art exhibitions, our guide has everything you need for a festive cultural feast.
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.
A huge Black Friday price drop offers a 10 or 14-night Nile cruise and all-inclusive Red Sea holiday from £429. Includes flights, transfers, and winter sun.
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.
The UK government introduces a stamp duty suspension on company shares to attract more IPOs to London, countering competition from New York and European markets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a 3-year stamp duty holiday for new London listings in the Autumn Budget, aiming to boost the UK's ailing stock market and attract investment.
Discover why taking your running shoes on holiday offers more than just exercise - from unique local exploration to beating jet lag. A fresh travel perspective.
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.
UK tourists warned of common travel insurance pitfalls that could invalidate policies. Expert advice from Post Office on avoiding coverage cancellation during winter getaways.
Discover 50 brilliant Australian Christmas gift ideas for children aged 0-12. Our expert-curated guide features local products and books to spark joy this festive season.
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!
Essential guide to London transport during Christmas 2025 and New Year. Plan your travel with TfL service changes, closures and night tube information.
Discover 163 unique holiday gift ideas for every budget, from £4 stocking stuffers to £300 luxury items. Perfect presents for family, friends and colleagues.
The beloved 2006 festive rom-com The Holiday, starring Kate Winslet and Jude Law, airs on BBC Three tonight. Hailed a 'timeless classic' by fans.
The Churchill Arms in Kensington has unveiled its spectacular annual Christmas display, featuring 90 conifer trees and thousands of fairy lights. Discover this global attraction.
Our definitive guide to the 2025 Christmas sandwiches from Tesco, M&S, Aldi and more. Discover the top-rated festive feast and the disappointing 1/5 flop.
Food writer Holly Allton taste-tests Starbucks' new Christmas 2025 range including the Chocolatey Mousse Latte and Festive Turkey Sandwich. Discover which festive flavours impressed.
Major UK caravan park operator Cove UK enters administration, threatening 11 resorts and 250 jobs. Find out which parks are affected and what it means for holidaymakers.
Discover Rose Cottage in Devon, a perfect couples' getaway with hot tub, copper bath & romantic touches. Book your stay from £644 for 3 nights.
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