Birmingham dad creates free Santa's grotto for families
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto, offering festive joy to Birmingham families facing cost-of-living pressures.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto, offering festive joy to Birmingham families facing cost-of-living pressures.
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
New enforcement cameras in Exeter and Barnstaple caught thousands breaching bus lanes and gates. Drivers get warnings first, then fines. Read the latest traffic updates.
Chandler Court care home in Bromsgrove invites the community to a 1950s-inspired festive tea party on 17th December, reviving cherished traditions. Join residents for stories, singalongs and festive fun.
Mary Prytherch, a 55-year-old carer from Wrexham, is tackling her first-ever 5k race in a full elf costume. The festive fun run on December 7 raises funds for Alzheimer's Society and Children with Cancer UK.
Gloucester City Council faces a 'financial black hole' and is applying for up to £17.5m in emergency government loans to avoid effective bankruptcy, with severe cuts to services planned.
The last Supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon, peaks on December 4. Find the exact time, viewing tips, and why it will look bigger and brighter. Don't miss it!
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
Join author Duncan Beedie for a rockin' book reading of 'Heavy Metal Badger' at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery on 13 Dec. Interactive sessions & signed copies. Book tickets now!
Yorkshire Air Ambulance's inaugural 'Flat Cap and Feathers Ball' raised £52,649, a vital boost for its life-saving service. Discover how the community came together in Leeds to mark the charity's 25th year.
Birmingham City Council's finance boss and a leading academic critic clashed over whether the council's 2023 bankruptcy was necessary. Read the explosive debate on the £760m equal pay liability.
The epic two-hour Stranger Things 5 finale, 'The Rightside Up', will premiere in over 350 US and Canadian cinemas on New Year's Eve. Get ticket info and full release schedule here.
Music fans feel 'ripped off' after Heather Small performed for just 25 minutes at Manchester Cathedral. Organisers accused of mis-selling the event. Read the full story.
Explore 33 brilliant photos from MCM Birmingham Comic Con 2025, the UK's premier pop-culture event. See the cosplay, gaming zones, and fan celebrations from the NEC weekend.
OVO Energy's community event in London offered free advice and products, aiming to save households £300 annually. Get support and cut your bills this winter.
Discover the exact filming location of I'm A Celebrity in Australia and how real the jungle camp truly is for the 2025 stars. Uncover the secrets now!
BBC's Celebrity Race Across The World was forced to reroute as filming permission in Nicaragua was denied. Celebrities had to fly to Costa Rica to continue the race.
Winter Glow, the West Midlands' biggest Christmas event, is now open at Three Counties Showground. Experience the light trail, ice rink & Santa's Village. Book tickets!
A charity coffee morning in Prestbury, organised by Mary Hindle, has raised over £1,700 for East Cheshire Hospice. Discover how this annual event has generated nearly £20,000 for charity over two decades.
Book your tickets for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity's Santa Experience on 13th-14th December. Meet Santa, enjoy festive fun and support lifesaving work.
Join the University of East London's Winter Festival & Community Health Day on November 26. Enjoy creative workshops, live performances, and free health checks at the Stratford Campus.
A Devon father is ordered to dismantle his garden structure after a neighbour's complaint. Discover the implications for UK homeowners and planning rules.
Experience Christmas magic at Notcutts Solihull's festive shopping event on November 27th. Enjoy late-night shopping, Santa visits, live music & seasonal food. Discover the perfect gifts!
Over 200 people joined a vibrant Cardboard Carnival parade in Birmingham, showcasing creative animal models and demanding climate action alongside COP30. Discover how local youth are leading the change.
The Foundry in Widnes hosts a spectacular Grand Christmas Concert on December 16. Featuring local choirs and talent, this festive event champions community wellbeing. Get your tickets now!
Join North Devon Hospice for a free community Christmas concert on Dec 18. Enjoy local choirs, festive food, and a stunning light show at Barnstaple Pannier Market.
I'm A Celebrity camp was evacuated as a dangerous storm hit, forcing stars to shelter for an hour. Filming delayed and camp left drenched. Read the full story.
Taylor Swift secretly flew 3,500 miles to film a festive music video in London locations with Lewis Capaldi. Discover the military-style operation behind her new track Opalite.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight challenges filmmakers to 'try us' as new Birmingham production office launches. The West Midlands facility promises faster, cheaper filming with diverse locations.
Ice legends Torvill & Dean switched on the final Christmas lights display at Tony and Wendy Swift's Nuthall home, ending a 22-year tradition that raised £250,000 for charity. Discover this heartwarming community story.