Award-winning playwright Chris Harris brings 'Gwen yr Arth Wen', a climate-themed puppet show for families, to 10 South Wales venues from February to March 2026. Explore the story of an anxious polar bear's journey home.
The Water2 filtered showerhead, co-created with Bear Grylls, removes chlorine and microplastics. Get £15 off with code FRIEND until 28 Feb 2026. Shoppers report better skin and hair.
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm reveals a stunning bear-and-cub sculpture crafted from recycled Christmas trees, highlighting conservation and a major recycling drive. Drop off your tree until January 25.
TLC Essex invites families to a free Teddy Bear Picnic on 8 March 2026, celebrating 25 years and 4 million teddies given to comfort children in hospital. Book now.
The UK is set for a massive 540-mile wall of snow, with up to 19 inches forecast for parts of northern Europe. The Met Office has issued warnings. Read the full forecast.
The UK is set for a week-long deep freeze with heavy snow and temperatures as low as -14C from January 4-10. Travel disruption and power cuts are likely. Read the full forecast.
A major Arctic vortex is set to sweep across the UK from January 7, bringing up to 30cm of snow and temperatures as low as -12C. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings here.
The UK is set for a major snow event, with up to 47cm forecast as a polar vortex arrives on January 9. Birmingham, Manchester, and Yorkshire are in the firing line. Read the full forecast and health warnings.
WX Charts maps show 37 counties in England braced for heavy snow on January 8. The Met Office forecasts cold northerly winds bringing widespread wintry showers. Full list of affected areas inside.
A 633-mile snowstorm is set to hit the UK on January 4, with eastern England bearing the brunt. Temperatures could plunge to -6°C. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings.
Two motorised paragliders had a dramatic near-miss at Peak Wildlife Park, Staffordshire, almost landing in an enclosure with two polar bears. Read the full story of their lucky escape.
Paralysed adventurer Darren Edwards attempts a 222km South Pole sit-ski world record in -30°C, raising £100k for spinal injury charity Wings for Life. Read his inspiring story.
Polar bear Brodie has moved to Yorkshire Wildlife Park's Project Polar, where he may be reunited with his brother Hamish after five years apart. Experts are monitoring his introduction to the other bears.
Love Island's Georgia Harrison reveals her 'surreal' MBE ceremony at Windsor Castle, where a curtsy gone wrong made Prince William laugh. Discover her advocacy work.
McFly's Tom Fletcher will perform with Paddington Bear on Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. Discover the full line-up of special guests and the quarter-final dance relay details.
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.
The Met Office has issued snow maps showing flurries spreading across the UK on December 5, with nine counties in England at risk. Find out the latest forecast and timing details.
Discover the magical Christmas steam train experiences around Birmingham for 2025, including The Polar Express, Santa specials, and festive shows. Book your family adventure now!
Dance students from Rooftop Studios in Stone and Leek have raised an impressive £1,364 for BBC Children in Need through a vibrant two-week fundraiser featuring a Tapathon and a visit from Pudsey Bear.
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
A Sudden Stratospheric Warming event forecast for late November could increase the chance of the Beast from the East returning to the UK, bringing colder and wintry conditions.
Dunelm launches its popular Teddy Bear Fitted Sheet in new Teddy Fawn and Teddy Redwood colours. Prices from £11. Get cosy this winter with this machine-washable, 'just right' bedding.
Dramatic footage shows police dog PD Bear tackling a suspect in Dudley. The wanted man attempted to flee but was quickly detained. Read the full story here.
The Sudden Stratospheric Warming event that caused the 2018 'Beast from the East' could return around November 25, potentially bringing colder, wintry conditions to the UK.
John Lewis and Waitrose have launched a new teddy bear repair service just in time for Christmas, starting from £10. Get your cherished soft toys restored by experts trained by The Repair Shop's Teddy Bear Ladies.
A spectacular Trick or Treat Masquerade Ball at Parc y Scarlets has raised an incredible £17,772 for Action for Children and Sandy Bear charity. Discover how the community came together.
The UK is set for a dramatic temperature drop, with a -7C Arctic freeze and heavy snow expected. Discover the cause and the full forecast for your area.
Birmingham temperatures set to plummet to -1C as 679-mile polar blast sweeps UK. Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent also facing freezing conditions. Read the full forecast.
Britain braces for an unprecedented 8-day snow event as weather maps reveal exact dates when a polar freeze will engulf the nation with continuous snowfall.
Britain braces for a brutal polar vortex as weather maps reveal the precise date temperatures will plummet to -10C, bringing widespread snow and travel disruption.