Bullring Birmingham's Christmas Evolution in Photos
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.
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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.
14 New Stores Open at Birmingham Bullring
Birmingham Bullring welcomes 14 new and upgraded stores just in time for Christmas 2025, including Uniqlo, Bath & Body Works, and a major Selfridges Beauty Hall. Discover the full list of openings.
Amazon Christmas Scam Warning Issued by Which?
Shoppers are warned of a fake Amazon 'free product' scam using QR codes. Learn how to spot the fraud, protect your details, and where to report it.
Birmingham Christmas Market parking costs surge 12%
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.
14 New Bullring Stores for Last-Minute Christmas Gifts
Discover 14 new shops that opened in Birmingham's Bullring in 2025, perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts. From beauty and fashion to kitchenware and football merch.
Four Inches of Snow Forecast for Midlands on Dec 30
Advanced weather maps predict heavy snow across the UK on December 30, with up to four inches in the Midlands. Millions brace for travel disruption as temperatures plummet.
UK 'Snow Bomb' Threatens Unusual White Christmas
The Met Office warns of a 'very unusual' white Christmas event as a 'snow bomb' hits the UK. Could this be the first widespread festive snowfall since 2010? Read the full forecast.
UK 'Snow Bomb' to Hit 16 Counties at Christmas
A 15-hour 'snow bomb' is forecast to hit 16 UK counties from Christmas Eve, disrupting travel. Get the latest on affected areas and how to prepare.
Lidl UK Christmas 2025 Closure Dates Announced
Lidl confirms all 1,000 UK supermarkets will close for three days over the festive period. Find out the key dates and last-minute shopping hours here.
Santander's £2,325 Warning Over Christmas Shopping Scams
Santander UK warns of a sharp rise in sophisticated online purchase scams ahead of Christmas, with average losses per case reaching £2,325. Experts reveal how AI is fuelling the fraud wave.
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.
Primark 'insider' shares exact date for Christmas reductions
An alleged Primark employee claims to know the exact date for major reductions on Christmas lines. Find out when to bag the best bargains before the big day.
Dunelm's festive stockings under £20 delight shoppers
Discover Dunelm's range of unique Christmas Eve stockings, priced from £10 to £20. Shoppers praise the 'delightful' and 'well-made' festive essentials. Find your perfect stocking today!
70mph Christmas Gale Warning Threatens Travel Plans
The Met Office warns of 70mph gales and heavy rain set to disrupt Christmas travel across the UK. Check for cancellations and plan ahead for festive journeys.
Met Office Amber Warning: Storm Bram Brings 'Danger to Life'
The Met Office has issued urgent Amber weather warnings for northern England and southwest Scotland as Storm Bram hits. Forecasters warn of a 'danger to life' from 90mph gusts and over 200mm of rain. Residents urged to prepare.
Birmingham Fog Warning & Christmas Week Forecast
A Met Office fog warning is in place for Birmingham and the West Midlands on Wednesday morning. Get the full Christmas week weather forecast and travel advice here.
Boots 30-minute delivery at 500 shops for Christmas
Boots launches rapid on-demand delivery from 500 UK stores, with orders up to midnight on Christmas Eve. Get last-minute gifts delivered in 30 minutes.
Shopper saves £29k with yellow sticker discounts
A savvy NHS worker from West London reveals how she saved £29,000 over 14 years by hunting for yellow sticker discounts in unexpected places like garden centres and petrol stations. Discover her top tips for frugal living.
New Plant Shop Opens in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter
Escape the festive frenzy at Root 13's new green oasis in Birmingham's Goodsyard. Discover a calming space with plants, an aquarium, and a dedicated chill-out zone. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm.
Cotswolds Outlet's First Christmas: Markets & Offers
The new Cotswolds Designer Outlet near the M5 celebrates its first Christmas with festive markets, big discounts, and family activities. Find all your gifts under twinkling lights.
Christmas Delivery Deadlines: First Cut-Off Hits This Week
UK shoppers are urged to check festive postal deadlines now, with the first cut-off for overseas parcels on 5th December. Avoid missing Christmas with our essential guide.
Bargain Christmas trees at Home Bargains for £10.99
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.
Cheltenham's Four Christmas Markets & Ice Rink Near Birmingham
Discover Cheltenham's festive magic with four unique Christmas markets, an ice rink, and independent shopping, just a 35-minute train ride from Birmingham. Plan your perfect Christmas day out.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck 2025: Next Stop Announced
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.
West Midlands Christmas Markets in UK Top 20
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.
Katie Price issues stark vaping warning to public
Katie Price shares a terrifying X-ray of diseased lungs on Instagram, urging the public to understand the dangers of vaping. The star vows to quit, citing her mother's lung disease battle.
Six New Bullring Stores Opened in 2025
Discover six new retailers that opened at Birmingham's Bullring in 2025, from wellness pop-ups to major flagship stores, reinforcing its status as a top Midlands shopping destination.
Lidl's Free Christmas Gift Wrapping Pop-Up in Birmingham
Lidl launches a festive 'Wrapped' initiative with free gift wrapping and exclusive Birmingham-themed paper. Pop-up opens on December 17. Details inside.
Smyths Toys Christmas warning over clear click & collect bags
Smyths Toys warns parents its click & collect uses clear bags, risking Christmas surprises. Plus, expert tips for the best 2025 festive food shop dates.
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