West Midlands Christmas Markets in UK Top 20
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Two Birmingham men feature in a powerful new portrait series unveiled for White Ribbon Day 2025, urging men to speak up against violence towards women and girls.
Witham MP Priti Patel visited Vaycay Luxury Travel to donate toys for Home-Start Essex's Christmas campaign, supporting local families in need. Find out how you can contribute.
A Leicestershire pet care business launches its annual Santa Paws Christmas collection for RSPCA Woodside, a vital animal centre that receives no government funding. Donate supplies or funds to help.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches urgent £2m public appeal. Half its costs are unfunded, putting the city's world-class cultural heritage at a 'critical crossroads'. Your help is needed.
Tesco launches its 'Gifting for Good' Christmas initiative, allowing customers to buy gifts that support multiple charities, including Stand Out Socks and March Muses. The supermarket is also running food and toy collections.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches a vital £2 million public fundraising campaign to save the city's cultural heritage. Your support is needed to keep our museums open.
Peter Crouch, Judi Love and Olivia Attwood transform a sleepy street in Debenhams' Christmas advert. The campaign brings festive magic with a star-studded parade. Discover the joy!
Stockland Green residents campaign against a five-bedroom HMO conversion on Victoria Road, citing community safety fears. Sign the petition before the December 1 deadline.
Nationwide Building Society partners with Mail Metro Media on an omnichannel campaign, sponsoring a new podcast and TikTok content to engage younger audiences on spending habits.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
Coffee and wine drinkers can tackle stains with Dr Dent's Black Friday sale, offering 75% off dentist-approved, sensitivity-free whitening strips from just 55p per session.
Discover why the Nescafé Dolce Gusto Genio S coffee machine, now 15% off in the Amazon Black Friday sale, delivers café-quality drinks at home with over 40 pod options.
The Labour government has launched its first major crackdown on drug driving in over 10 years. A new THINK! campaign targets young men via social media and police operations. #RoadSafety
Leon discontinues its £25 monthly Roast Rewards coffee subscription after less than two years, sparking customer backlash and boycott threats.
UK drivers brace for vehicle-specific taxes as campaigners warn SUVs endanger pedestrians. Six in ten motorists support tripling parking charges for larger vehicles.
Strictly's Shirley Ballas shares a heartbreaking update on her mother Audrey's COPD, revealing the condition is progressive and urging others to seek proper care.
Over 100 new billboards across Birmingham celebrate the city's unique character, featuring stars like Steven Knight. Discover the campaign championing Brum's people and creative future.
Discover everything you need to know about Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025, from festive stalls and live music to opening times and travel tips. Plan your visit today!
Homebase launches real Christmas trees in over 250 The Range stores, rivalling Tesco and Morrisons. Choose from three sustainably grown UK varieties starting at £19.99.
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon's traditional Victorian Christmas market is a cheaper, more atmospheric alternative to Birmingham's for 2025. Plan your festive visit now!
Ninja's Perfect Temperature Kettle drops to just £58, its lowest price since October. Get precise temperature control for the perfect brew in this rare Black Friday offer.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
A disabled Birmingham mother demands pavement parking ban after falling from wheelchair into road during school run. Join the campaign for safer streets.
Discover Crumb & Coffee on Birmingham's Broad Street - a chaotic but brilliant independent cafe serving incredible superfood bowls and homemade cakes that defy expectations.
A six-piece Le Creuset Rainbow Espresso Mug set has been reduced to just £49.99, a huge 51% saving. Grab this durable stoneware set in iconic colours before stock sells out.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may extend the sugar tax to bottled coffees, potentially increasing prices by 5%. Discover how this affects your favourite Starbucks and Costa drinks.
Starbucks is closing 10 coffee shops across the UK as part of a portfolio review. Discover the full list of affected locations and the reasons behind the closures.
Shopping journalist Nisha Mal reveals her top 8 Christmas gift finds from Next's 2025 collection. Discover stylish fashion, homeware and festive presents for everyone on your list.
Discover the 9 best restaurants for Christmas Day dinner in Birmingham 2025. From traditional feasts to gourmet menus, book your perfect festive celebration now!