How to Have a Stress-Free Christmas: 18 Expert Tips
Ditch the festive pressure with writer Ellen Manning's practical guide. From family politics to perfect roasties, learn how to enjoy a calmer, happier Christmas with minimal effort.
Ditch the festive pressure with writer Ellen Manning's practical guide. From family politics to perfect roasties, learn how to enjoy a calmer, happier Christmas with minimal effort.
An expert reveals the optimal timeline for buying your Christmas dinner ingredients, from what to buy now to what to purchase last minute. Plan ahead to save money and reduce festive stress.
Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for 2025, from York's foodie paradise to Birmingham's authentic German market. Find dates, highlights, and festive inspiration.
A music psychologist has created a scientifically-backed playlist of 25 festive songs guaranteed to boost your mood on stressful holiday journeys. Discover the formula and the top tracks.
Struggling to wrap presents? A new UK drive-through service, backed by expert Jane Means, tackles festive frustration, saving an average of 56 minutes per person. Discover the top tips for perfect gift presentation.
M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Tesco is offering hundreds of imperfect Christmas trees for free on 6 December. Embrace festive imperfection and consider a donation to food banks. Get yours while stocks last!
A new survey reveals 77% of Christmas cooks prep for 1hr 43min on Christmas Eve. Chef Sam Holland shares expert tips for a stress-free festive feast. Read his advice now.
New research pinpoints 12:27pm as the peak stress moment on Christmas Day. Discover five expert wellness tips to reclaim your calm and enjoy the festive season.
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
UK airports face the busiest Christmas on record with over 22 million passengers. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm of stress' with delays and bad weather. Plan ahead for festive travel.
Guardian columnist Zoe Williams reveals the decade-long challenge of filling reusable advent calendars for her children, striving for parity, festivity, and usefulness. Discover her July planning strategy and the year she forgot.
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
A Hertfordshire mother reveals her 18-year strategy for preparing Christmas dinner weeks in advance, saving time and money. Discover her tips for a stress-free festive kitchen.
After bursting into tears from Christmas kitchen stress, Suzanne Mulholland shares her make-ahead recipes and freezing tips for the perfect relaxed festive meal.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Discover the best value Christmas tree deals at UK supermarkets for 2025. Compare prices at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons to find your perfect tree.
Discover how the festive scent of a real Christmas tree can reduce stress and boost your immune system, according to scientific research and London longevity experts.
Declutter Hub experts reveal their week-by-week plan to prepare your home for Christmas stress-free. Create space, organise gifts and enjoy the festive season.
Discover Suzanne Mulholland's batch cooking secrets to reclaim your Christmas Day. Start prepping in November to save money and reduce festive stress. Get your guide now!
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
Feeling overwhelmed? The Guardian wants to hear the one simple thing that always leaves you feeling calm and positive. Share your unique stress-busting tips with us today.
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover 16 surprising, expert-backed techniques to manage stress, from shaking like a dog to cold water therapy. Reclaim your calm today.
Money expert Martin Lewis urges a ban on 'unnecessary' Christmas presents to break a cycle of debt and stress. Discover his social banking theory and UK spending stats.
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.
Discover the ultimate Christmas 2025 gift guide for your pets. From turkey-flavoured treats to stylish tartan coats, find perfect presents for your furry friends.
Discover the 9 best UK Christmas markets according to Which? magazine's 2025 ranking, featuring festive favourites from York to Belfast. Plan your perfect seasonal trip today!
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
How to handle festive pressures, manage family expectations and maintain mental wellbeing during the Christmas season. Discover practical strategies for a peaceful holiday.
Shoppers who purchased heavily discounted Christmas trees from online marketplace Temu are reporting disappointing deliveries of wilted, browning firs that are shedding needles within days of arrival.