Stratford's Christmas Market: A Victorian Rival to Birmingham
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!
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!
Thousands of participants at the McCain Yorkshire Coast Festival 2025 in Scarborough have raised a fantastic £2,500 for The Rainbow Centre, a local charity supporting the homeless and vulnerable.
BBC's Sara Cox breaks down recalling her brother's death, which inspired her to run 135 miles and raise over £7.6 million for BBC Children in Need. Read her moving story.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Join hundreds of Santas at Queenscourt Hospice's festive Santa Sprint on December 7 2025. Choose 3K or 5K routes along Southport's coastline to support local hospice care.
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist Israr Hussain on the A46 in Warwickshire. Nearly 500 vehicles are being checked. Contact police with information.
Discover The Bilash, Wolverhampton's family-run Indian restaurant collecting major accolades from Michelin and AA guides. Experience five-star dining that's putting the West Midlands on the foodie map.
Harry Squires, 21, is running a half marathon every day from Nov 24 to Christmas Eve to raise £1,000 for Broomfield Hospital's children's ward. Support his incredible festive challenge.
Darlington Mind's Mental Elf Festive 5k is back on November 30! Walk, jog, or run a scenic 5km in South Park to support local mental health services. Sign up now!
Kayley Hicken, 35, describes how a 2016 hit-and-run collision left her with catastrophic injuries. The driver was never caught. Read her powerful story of survival and hope.
Homeowners are ditching expensive tumble dryers for cost-effective heated airers. Discover the Lakeland model saving money and space this winter. Read more.
Stay warm for less this winter. The Bush 2kW Digital Ceramic Fan Heater from Argos heats rooms for just pennies an hour, helping slash energy bills.
Discover the 9 best restaurants for Christmas Day dinner in Birmingham 2025. From traditional feasts to gourmet menus, book your perfect festive celebration now!
Sign up for the festive Loughborough Santa Run on December 7. Choose a 5km or 2.5km route to support Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People.
A grateful father from Rhyl completes the Chester Marathon, raising £1,660 for the Wales Air Ambulance that transported his premature daughter nine years ago. Read his inspiring story.
Wetherspoons has launched its 2025 Christmas menu with new festive items, but some favourites are missing and prices have increased by 16%. Available until December 31.
UK households urged to buy Christmas trees early due to a 'quality' shortage caused by climate change and extreme weather. Experts warn popular bushy trees may look less full this year.
A woman in her 70s is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road, Harborne. Police have arrested a 39-year-old man. Contact police with information.
Felsted School's vibrant Colour Run saw 600 participants raise over £10,000 for local and international causes. Discover how this event supports communities from Malawi to Essex.
Biologist Emma Whalley ran the Edinburgh Marathon in memory of her grandfather, raising £1,410 for East Cheshire Hospice. Read her inspiring story of fundraising.
Hundreds of Santas and elves will descend on Chelmsford's Central Park on December 7 for the annual 5km Santa Fun Run, raising crucial funds for Farleigh Hospice. Sign up now!
Amazon slashes price of pre-lit artificial Christmas tree to £20.99 with 59% discount. Limited time offer with 12 light modes and burlap base. Act fast before stocks run out!
Aldi launches a bargain £3.99 Festive Munch Box for two, just in time for Christmas. Discover this delicious deal and Domino's new festive menu in our guide.
Chester Zoo witnessed an incredible turnout as thousands participated in the mental health charity stampede, raising vital funds for Mind while enjoying the zoo's attractions in a unique fundraising event.
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre welcomes an enchanting Disney Christmas takeover with character meet-and-greets, festive installations and magical activities running throughout November and December.
Discover Dunelm's magnificent pre-lit Christmas tree that's taking the UK by storm - the hassle-free way to achieve magazine-worthy festive decor in minutes.
The heartbroken family of Dean Jones, a 42-year-old father from Birmingham, pay emotional tribute after his life was tragically cut short in a suspected hit-and-run incident in Northfield.
A determined Yorkshire schoolgirl is running one mile every single day throughout 2024 to raise vital funds for poorly children, already generating over £2,500 for her inspiring charity mission.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for a driver who fled the scene after hitting a pedestrian on Rose Hill in Willenhall, leaving the victim with serious injuries.
Explore Birmingham's unique alternative Christmas market scene beyond the Frankfurt market, featuring independent traders, artisan crafts and local makers in creative city venues.