Met Office verdict: Dry, cold Christmas 2025, little snow
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
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Expert Tips to Conquer the Boots Boxing Day Sale
Discover a seasoned shopper's strategy for the Boots Boxing Day Sale. Learn how to grab luxury fragrances, gift sets, and electricals at up to 70% off, plus key dates for online bargains.
Weston-super-Mare: Classic Brummie Seaside Getaway
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
Kids Go Free at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm This Winter
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm brings back its popular Kids Go Free offer from Dec 27 to Feb 1, helping families enjoy an affordable wildlife day out. Includes details on Christmas tree recycling.
Halfords Christmas 2025 Closure: 72-Hour Shutdown
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
Dudley High Street stabbing: Police appeal for witnesses
A man in his 20s was stabbed on Dudley High Street in the early hours of Sunday morning. West Midlands Police are urging witnesses and anyone with footage to come forward.
Jason Manford's Family Life and Career Journey
Comedian Jason Manford returns to host the Royal Variety. We explore his career, his first marriage's breakdown after a sexting scandal, and his life with six children in a blended family.
Dudley stabbing: Man injured in early hours attack
A man was stabbed on High Street in Dudley at 3:30am on Sunday, December 21. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening.
Man stabbed on Dudley High Street, police investigate
A man was taken to hospital after a stabbing on Dudley High Street in the early hours of Sunday, December 21. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Welsh Railway Among Europe's Most Beautiful Train Rides
The Brecon Mountain Railway in Wales has been ranked as one of Europe's top ten most scenic train journeys. Just over two hours from Birmingham, it offers a stunning and affordable day out.
Eton Star Academy approved for Dudley, sparks debate
Plans for an Eton Star Academy sixth form in Dudley have been approved, promising 240 places. Local politicians clash over whether it's the right investment for the town's youth.
Wetherspoons Christmas openings in West Midlands
Find the full list of 42 Wetherspoons pubs open in the West Midlands on Christmas Day 2024, offering festive meals and company for those alone. Discover your local.
UK Christmas Weather: Frost, Fog and Chilly Winds Forecast
The Met Office forecasts a cold, frosty Christmas for the UK with temperatures dropping. Find out the detailed forecast for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, including Birmingham's outlook.
Boxing Day 2025 Opening Times for West Midlands Shopping
Plan your Boxing Day 2025 shopping in the West Midlands. See opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, The Fort, Resorts World and more. Check which major stores are closed.
Wetherspoon's Christmas Day Opening: Full West Midlands List
JD Wetherspoon confirms 683 pubs open on Christmas Day 2025, including many across Birmingham and the West Midlands. See the full local list and festive menu details here.
UK Supermarket Opening Hours for Boxing Day 2025
Plan your Boxing Day shopping with our guide to UK supermarket opening hours. Find out which major retailers are open and which are giving staff a break.
15-Hour Snow Bomb to Hit UK Over Christmas
The UK faces a 15-hour snow event targeting 16 counties, including Birmingham and London, potentially disrupting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day travel. Get the latest forecast details.
Royal Mail Christmas Stamp Loophole Avoids Price Rises
Discover how non-barcoded Christmas stamps remain valid for postage, allowing savvy shoppers to use older, cheaper stamps and avoid recent price increases. Learn more about the 2025 collection.
State pensioners told to pay £3,000 after 40 years work
Retirees are being asked to pay thousands to boost their state pension, even after decades of National Insurance payments. Experts explain the 'contracted out' rules and if a refund is possible.
Volunteer from Wrexham speaks with King Charles
A Lloyds Banking Group volunteer from Wrexham discussed the power of employee volunteering with King Charles at Windsor Castle. The event previewed a major UK volunteering weekend in June 2025.
Baby Wilfred dies after fighting rare Hirschsprung's disease
A Dudley family is grieving for baby Wilfred Wormington, who died unexpectedly aged eight months after battling a rare bowel condition. A fundraiser aims to support his funeral and his siblings' Christmas.
Next's £35 Christmas Party Dress Gets Rave Reviews
Shoppers hail Next's £35 Sparkle Ruched Column Midi Dress as 'perfect' for festive nights out. Discover the affordable, show-stopping look in bronze or brown.
Bullring's New 'Drive In. Drive Out.' Parking System
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre has launched a new automated parking system just in time for Christmas. Find out how the 'Drive In. Drive Out.' technology works.
Stacey Solomon's new hair ignored by Joe Swash
Stacey Solomon reveals her dramatic brunette transformation, feeling 'like a whole new woman', but husband Joe Swash hasn't said a word. Discover her reaction and fan responses.
Noah Schnapp: Stranger Things Role Helped Him Come Out
Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp reveals portraying Will Byers' decade-long gay storyline was pivotal in his own journey to publicly come out as gay in 2023. Read his powerful story.
Boxing Day 2025: Full List of UK Shop Closures
Plan your post-Christmas shopping. Aldi, M&S, Home Bargains and more confirm Boxing Day closures. Check the full list of affected retailers and their festive hours.
Ellesmere: Shropshire's Festive Secret for Christmas Shopping
Discover Ellesmere, North Shropshire's 'best-kept secret' for unique Christmas shopping in a historic lakeside setting. Explore independent shops, cosy cafes, and festive lights, just 45 minutes from Cheshire Oaks.
35 Surnames Linked to Royal Bloodlines
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
I'm A Celeb 2025: Who's Been Voted Out?
Get the complete rundown of which celebrities have been eliminated from I'm A Celebrity 2025 so far, as the competition heats up for the final. Bookmark for updates!
TCP Antiseptic Shortage Hits UK: Boots, Superdrug Out of Stock
A major shortage of TCP Antiseptic Liquid is hitting UK shelves. Find out why Boots, Superdrug, and Tesco are out of stock and when supplies might return.
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