UK Supermarket Christmas & New Year Opening Times 2025
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Primark's £9 Christmas door bow is the last-minute decoration shoppers are loving. Available in red or pink, it's a quick way to add festive cheer to your home's exterior.
Restaurant critic Gary Hanna reviews Heston Blumenthal's £455 advent calendar menu at The Fat Duck. Discover the bizarre, Michelin-starred festive feast.
A grotesque 50kg fat sculpture exposes UK's festive drain-blocking habit, with 8.5 million litres of oil tipped away. Experts warn of £670m repair bills. Learn how to dispose of cooking fat responsibly.
Celebrated chef Rick Stein shares his expert advice for cooking the perfect festive feast, from turkey timing to stress-free gravy. Discover his essential tips for a flawless Christmas meal.
Discover five of the UK's best Christmas markets, from Edinburgh to Bath, offering unique gifts, festive food, and magical experiences. Plan your visit now!
Iceland's festive dinner box for four returns at £25. Our review reveals its delicious highlights, stress-free cooking, and the one classic item it's missing. Find out if it's worth it.
Tom Read Wilson devoured a whole fermented duck egg in a gruesome I'm A Celebrity first during Sunday's final. He and fellow finalists Shona McGarty & AngryGinge won all 12 stars for a lavish Jungle Banquet. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Experts reveal how cold exposure activates 'brown fat' to burn calories, but warn it's not a simple fix. Discover the science and the caveats.
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.
Plumbing experts warn against pouring turkey fat down the sink this Christmas to prevent blocked drains and expensive call-outs. Learn the proper disposal method to save money and hassle.
This simple one-pan sausage and vegetable traybake takes just 10 minutes to prep and cooks in 45 minutes. Discover the perfect midweek family meal that beats takeaway.
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!
McDonald's unveils its festive Grinch Meal in the US, featuring fan-favourite McShaker fries with dill pickle seasoning and themed socks. Get the limited-edition deal now.
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.
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 spectacular male mandarin duck has been sighted in UK wetlands, thrilling birdwatchers. Discover where to see this colourful visitor and what its presence means for conservation.
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.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Asda has urgently recalled its 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls with Hoisin Dip due to an incorrect use-by date, making them unsafe. Check your packs now.
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 why Thanksgiving turkey isn't the real culprit behind post-feast drowsiness. Professional chefs reveal the true causes and share optimal dinner timing tips for better digestion.
EssexLive reporter Matt Lee tries M&S's £6.50 roast turkey dinner for one. Discover if this budget-friendly, convenient ready meal delivers on festive flavour and what's missing.
McDonald's unveils its 2025 festive menu featuring an 'adult happy meal' with Grinch socks and the return of the Big Tasty. Available for six weeks only.
Discover how Tesco's £5 stir fry meal deal provides over 2970 combinations for 11 years of unique dinners. Get recipe ideas and see why shoppers are obsessed with this versatile offer.
We tried six dishes from Wetherspoon's new Christmas menu. One dessert was so exceptional it left us speechless. Discover our honest rankings and must-try items.
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.
McDonald's unveils its 2025 festive menu with the Grinch Meal, new McShaker Fries, and the returning Big Tasty. Available for six weeks only from November 26. Don't miss out!