Worst Christmas gifts: Used pyjamas and rotten fruit revealed
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
A fifth of Brits got unwanted Christmas presents in 2024, from used pyjamas to a Spurs book for a Chelsea fan. Discover the worst gifts and what to do with them.
Understand your legal rights for returning faulty or unwanted Christmas gifts in the UK. Know the 30-day and 14-day rules, and when shops can refuse.
From dazzling lights to bulky Santa suits, discover the surprising UK laws that could result in fines of up to £5,000 this Christmas Day. Stay safe and avoid a festive penalty.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
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.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover the complete festive TV listings for Christmas Day 2025. Find out what films and specials are on BBC One, ITV1, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Plan your perfect day of viewing.
Olivia Attwood, Pete Wicks and Strictly's Luba Mushtuk explain their reasons for a solo Christmas Day in 2025. Discover why they're choosing solitude this festive season.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer uses his Christmas message to thank NHS staff, emergency services and volunteers working over the festive period, as new figures reveal 1.2 million will be on duty.
Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market ends today, but the big wheel and ice rink remain until January 4. Find out how to enjoy festive fun in the city centre.
Solihull Police officers rallied to buy gifts for a five-year-old boy who faced having no presents. Read this heartwarming story of community spirit.
Discover the one Birmingham attraction hosting festive fun on December 25th. Planet Ice in Solihull opens for special ice skating sessions. Book now to avoid disappointment.
Discover why Birmingham's festive spirit remains magical through decades of change. Explore personal memories, historical traditions, and how the city's Christmas celebrations have evolved while keeping their heart.
Your complete guide to the Christmas Eve TV schedule for 2025, featuring festive films, specials, and shows across all major UK channels. Plan your viewing now!
Coca-Cola confirms its iconic Christmas Truck Tour will not visit Birmingham this year, ending hopes for festive celebrations in the Bullring. Discover the details and what it means for Brummies.
Birmingham holds its breath as the 2025 Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour nears its end with one location still unannounced. Will the city get its festive wish?
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 winner Karen Carney reveals her most pressing worry after lifting the Glitterball trophy is a festive chore many will recognise. Discover her plans for life after the show.
UK drivers warned: leaving Christmas gifts in vehicles risks £2,500 insurance costs and fines for obstructed views. Experts urge secure storage and safe loading.
The festive menu for over 1,400 inmates at HMP Birmingham has been disclosed, featuring turkey, vegan options, and Christmas pudding. Discover the full festive spread served on December 25.
Birmingham City Council announces Christmas bin collection changes for 2025. Find new dates for Christmas and Boxing Day pickups, plus rules for tree recycling and extra waste.
A little-known insurance rule could see drivers losing thousands this Christmas. Hiding presents in your vehicle may breach 'reasonable care' clauses, leading to reduced or invalidated claims. Check your policy now.
A first-time visitor to Birmingham's Christmas Market shares her experience of overwhelming crowds, relentless rain, and severe travel disruption. Discover why she plans to avoid the festive event in future.
Melly May Lynch, 29, spent two days and £250 embracing the nostalgic 'tacky Christmas' TikTok trend in her North Wales home. Discover her festive transformation and the hunt for 90s decorations.
Explore the festive history of Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre through decades of Christmas photos, from royal openings to today's retail buzz. A Brummie holiday essential.
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.
Drivers visiting Birmingham's German Christmas Market face a 12% parking hike at Town Hall Car Park. The AA warns festive visitors to check tariffs and consider public transport.
Amazon's Guinness Nitrosurge Device, discounted to £20, lets you pour pub-quality pints at home. A perfect last-minute Christmas gift for stout lovers, with delivery before December 25.
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.
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.
New analysis reveals the cost of festive treats at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market could skyrocket by 2030. See the projected prices for mulled wine, bratwurst, and more.