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.
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Expert's Guide to Christmas Dinner Shopping Timings
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.
Best UK Christmas Markets for Foodies & Families in 2025
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.
Expert's 25-track 'happiest' Christmas car playlist
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.
UK's First Drive-Through Christmas Wrapping Service Launches
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 2025 Christmas food menu selling out fast
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's 'Wonky' Christmas Tree Giveaway This Saturday
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!
Chef's simple advice to avoid Christmas dinner stress
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.
Christmas stress peaks at 12:27pm, reveals new survey
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.
Post Office: Send Christmas parcels before 8 December
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.
Record Christmas Travel Chaos Warning for UK Airports
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.
The hidden stress of refillable advent calendars for parents
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.
Gen Z Ditches Gravy for Curry Sauce & Mayo at Christmas
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.
Mum preps Christmas dinner a month early, saves 3 hours
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.
How to Have a Stress-Free Christmas Dinner
After bursting into tears from Christmas kitchen stress, Suzanne Mulholland shares her make-ahead recipes and freezing tips for the perfect relaxed festive meal.
Wearable Christmas Jumpers 2025 From £16
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Cheapest Christmas Tree Deals at UK Supermarkets
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.
Christmas tree scent boosts health, science confirms
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.
Christmas declutter plan: 4 weeks to organised home
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.
Christmas Food Prep Tips for a Stress-Free Day
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!
James Martin's Make-Ahead Christmas Gravy Hack
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.
Tell Us Your Simple Way to Beat Stress
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.
16 Simple Ways to Beat Stress, According to Therapists
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover 16 surprising, expert-backed techniques to manage stress, from shaking like a dog to cold water therapy. Reclaim your calm today.
Martin Lewis: Ban Unnecessary Christmas Gifts
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.
Cat-Tested Christmas Trees: Feline Reviews Reveal Top Picks
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.
Best Christmas 2025 Gifts for Your Pets
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.
UK's Best Christmas Markets Named for 2025
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!
One simple change stops cats climbing your Christmas tree
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
Managing Christmas Stress and Family Relationships
How to handle festive pressures, manage family expectations and maintain mental wellbeing during the Christmas season. Discover practical strategies for a peaceful holiday.
Temu's Droopy Christmas Tree Disaster Leaves Shoppers Fuming
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.
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