German anti-terror police have arrested a 21-year-old man suspected of planning an Islamist-motivated attack on a Christmas market. This follows the arrest of five men last week in a separate plot. Read the latest.
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.
Discover six fantastic Christmas cruises still available for a last-minute 2025 festive escape. Sail from the UK or fly to warmer climates for a stress-free Yuletide celebration.
Festive shoppers are shunning Britain's costliest Christmas markets, where mulled wine hits £9 and hot chocolate soars past £6. Discover which fairs are facing a backlash.
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.
Discover the UK's top 20 Christmas markets for 2025, from Bath's chalets to Edinburgh's big wheel. Find dates, unique gifts, and festive food for your perfect seasonal trip.
Outraged families across the UK are calling out 'rip-off' prices at festive markets, with reports of £70 family ice skating tickets and £11.50 mulled wine. Discover the eye-watering costs in major cities.
Discover Meera Sodha's recipe for Friede's grandma's zimtsterne, a festive German almond and cinnamon biscuit with a history stretching back over five centuries. Bake these chewy stars this Christmas.
A new analysis reveals it's now cheaper for Brits to fly to European Christmas markets than visit major UK attractions. Rising domestic costs make Budapest, Warsaw, and Copenhagen more affordable festive escapes.
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
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.
King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted a lavish state banquet at Windsor Castle for Germany's president. The event celebrated UK-German ties with star guests and festive cheer.
Paris's festive markets, ranked Europe's most expensive, face criticism for sky-high prices and unbearable crowds. Discover tips for a better visit.
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!
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.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla welcome German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for a three-day state visit, the first by a German leader since 1998. The historic trip includes a state banquet and a poignant wreath-laying in Coventry.
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 Chatsworth House's magical Christmas market in the Peak District. With free entry, 100 stalls, and local crafts, it's a perfect festive day out. Plan your visit now!
Discover why Chatsworth Christmas Market in Derbyshire is being hailed as a superior, classy alternative to crowded city markets. Find local gifts, fair prices, and stunning views.
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 Vienna's enchanting Christmas markets, just over two hours from London. Find cheap flights from £20 and plan your perfect festive city break now!
Discover traditional German Christmas baking with authentic recipes for stollen, cinnamon stars and mulled wine cake from Jürgen Krauss's new cookbook. Perfect for festive UK baking.
Discover the world's most magical Christmas markets from Germany to Japan. Plan your perfect festive break with our guide to enchanting winter destinations.
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 the history of Moravian stars, the handmade German Christmas decorations illuminating homes for over 180 years. Learn about their symbolism and craft.
Discover Verona's enchanting Christmas market with over 200 stalls, festive treats, and horse-drawn carriages. A perfect Italian winter getaway just two hours from the UK.
Discover the magical Nuremberg Christmas market, a festive German gem less than two hours from the UK with £15 flights, traditional treats, and family activities.