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.
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.
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
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.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
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 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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
Seven teenagers were shot and police officers attacked during violent riots at Chicago's Christmas lights ceremony. Get the latest updates on this shocking incident.
Join Dogs Trust Cardiff's Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 7 for festive fun, Santa Paws photos, and activities. Free entry. Help support dogs in need.
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!
Miss England contestants swap glamour for work attire to prove women can be academic, ambitious and feminine. Vote now for your favourite finalist via the Miss England App.
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.
Communities in Sileby and Quorn raised a spectacular £8,178.04 for Cancer Research UK, bringing their fundraising total since 2015 to over £43,944.47. Discover how you can support future events.