Birmingham storm cancels Christmas event, blocks railway
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
Darren Mackenzie transforms his Yardley home into a free Winter Wonderland and Santa's grotto for families, offering gifts and photos at no cost. Visit 553 Hob Moor Road.
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.
Winter's heavy rain can drown gardens. Award-winning designer Tom Massey shares six practical, expert tips to improve drainage, choose resilient plants, and prevent waterlogging.
Families can visit a magical reindeer grotto at Planters Garden Centre in Tamworth, just 20 minutes from Birmingham. Meet Santa, see Swedish reindeer, and enjoy festive crafts. Open weekends in December and Dec 22-24. Book now!
Marie Curie invites Solihull to a remembrance service and shares expert advice on managing grief during the festive season. Learn how to cope and find support.
Explore Bournville Garden Centre's festive transformation near Cadbury World. Discover a huge Christmas section and cosy café serving a special festive afternoon tea until 30 December.
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.
Uswitch reveals festive decorations could add £15.87 to your energy bill this December. See the full list of costs and tips to save money on your Christmas lights.
Amazon's battery-powered Christmas window lights with a timer offer festive cheer without the hassle for under £18. Discover the perfect solution for easy decorating.
Discover Middle Eight, a stylish five-star Covent Garden hotel offering exceptional hospitality and prime location at surprisingly accessible prices from £200-£300 per night.
Discover 9 easy DIY gifts from your garden to save money and give meaningful presents this Christmas. Expert tips from Amateur Gardening's editor.
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's iridescent Light Up Parcels, now just £12.60 in the Black Friday sale. Discover the must-have festive decoration with a handy timer.
Gardening expert reveals a simple mulching task to complete before November ends. Protect your soil from freezing and ensure your plants thrive through winter.
Money expert Martin Lewis reveals how a simple switch to LED Christmas lights could save UK households over £1.60 per 100 bulbs monthly. Act now to cut your festive energy costs.
MoneySavingExpert reveals a simple switch to LED Christmas lights can drastically reduce energy bills. Learn how to save money and still enjoy festive decorations this year.
Expert Simon Perry shares 7 crucial November gardening jobs to protect your garden through winter. From mulching to bulb planting, ensure your outdoor space stays healthy.
An Audi dazzled shoppers at a Welsh outlet after being covered in thousands of Christmas lights. Discover the festive display and the police warning for drivers.
A former florist reveals the simple sequence for decorating your Christmas tree like a professional, avoiding common mistakes with lights, garlands, and baubles. Transform your tree this festive season!
We tested Gtech's cordless lawnmower and hedge trimmer during the Black Friday sale. See if these premium garden gadgets are worth the investment for your UK garden.
Discover how a Rochdale community garden, funded by the Green Spaces Fund, transformed a barren yard into a vibrant green oasis for over 350 residents. See the impact.
Discover enchanting Christmas light trails across Birmingham and the West Midlands you can still book for 2025. From Warwick Castle to botanical gardens, find your perfect festive family outing.
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!
Get a magical festive glow with Dunelm's 50cm Light Up Iridescent Deer, now half price. Features 50 LEDs & a timer. Perfect for indoor/outdoor holiday decorating.
Richard Iles from Winterbourne Down is creating one of Britain's largest domestic Christmas light displays with 235,000 lights, raising funds for military veterans. Support this incredible spectacle from November 29.
UK shoppers can save hundreds on garden storage, machinery & covers for summer 2026 at Amazon, Debenhams & Wayfair. Plan ahead with these Black Friday bargains.
Ross Lee transformed his life from homelessness to a thriving garden design business by creating his own peaceful haven. Discover how gardening became his therapy and career.
A Worcester mother could be forced to demolish a £170,000 garden building made for her disabled daughter after council refused retrospective planning permission. Discover the full story.
Households in England warned over black bin rules. Mistakes with waste disposal could lead to £80 fines. Learn how to avoid penalties this winter.
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.