Boxing Day 2025: Sales Dip as Shoppers Spend £3.6bn
UK Boxing Day sales forecast to hit £3.6bn, down from last year. Shoppers hunt deals up to 70% off at Matalan, Currys & more, but cost pressures bite. See top bargains and expert tips.
UK Boxing Day sales forecast to hit £3.6bn, down from last year. Shoppers hunt deals up to 70% off at Matalan, Currys & more, but cost pressures bite. See top bargains and expert tips.
New data shows slow internet is spoiling Christmas Day TV for millions of UK households. Find out which age groups and shows are most affected and why reliable broadband is now essential.
The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, with a cold health alert activated. Find out the latest forecast and impacts.
From London's Serpentine to Birmingham's parks, hardy swimmers kept up Christmas traditions. Meanwhile, crowds gathered in Sandringham hoping to see the royal family. See the festive scenes.
Severe Christmas weather with 65mph gusts forces historic cancellations of festive swims across Devon and Cornwall. Stay safe with the latest Met Office warnings.
Strong winds up to 65mph and cold weather warnings disrupt Christmas Day across the UK, forcing event cancellations. Stay informed on the latest forecast.
An American who moved to the UK reveals the 9 British Christmas traditions that left her stunned, from crackers to Boxing Day. Discover her decade-long perspective.
Discover where to watch the beloved 1992 classic The Muppet Christmas Carol starring Michael Caine and Kermit the Frog on TV and streaming in the UK this Christmas.
Experts warn that struggling with festive cooking could signal dementia. With UK cases set to hit 1.4 million by 2040, early detection is crucial. Learn the signs and when to contact a GP.
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
Find out which 39 McDonald's restaurants are open across the UK on Christmas Day 2025, with full location details and specific trading hours for the festive period.
Haven reports a 46% leap in holiday bookings on Christmas Day, with families planning getaways early. Experts warn of scams and advise shopping around for the best deals.
A new UK survey crowns Home Alone as the nation's top festive film, while settling the debate on Die Hard. Test your knowledge with our tricky Christmas movie quiz.
The NBA's Christmas Day showcase features five games, including Thunder vs Spurs and LeBron's 20th appearance. Discover the full schedule, key players, and where to watch in the UK.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with only Dartmoor seeing a slight chance. Discover the full festive forecast and the record-breaking temperature context.
Discover the full list of UK locations hosting a festive Christmas Day parkrun this year. Join the free 5k community event and start your holiday with a healthy tradition.
The Met Office has issued a 20-hour yellow wind warning for Christmas Day, with gusts of up to 65mph threatening travel and power disruptions. Full list of affected areas inside.
Don't get caught out! Your essential guide to Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Aldi, Lidl and more. Plan your festive shop now.
King Charles will deliver his 2025 Christmas message at 3pm on BBC One, ITV & Sky. Find out how to watch, the location, and expected themes of the poignant address.
Stuffed from Christmas dinner? Our guide shows you exactly where to stream festive classics like Elf, Die Hard, Love Actually and more on Netflix, Disney+, Sky and Prime Video in the UK.
Boots launches early Boxing Day sale, cutting the ICONIC London six-piece beauty gift set from £130 to just £65. Discover the must-have products and other deals.
Discover the real origins of Boxing Day, from Victorian gift boxes to St Stephen's Day traditions and modern shopping sales. Unwrap the history behind this British bank holiday.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and sunny Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Get the full festive forecast and travel advice here.
Discover how your Christmas traditions stack up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common festive habits. Take our quiz to see if you're typical or a total outlier.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and largely dry Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Find out the full festive forecast details here.
Brits face a cold, windy Christmas Day with frosty starts and sunshine. The Met Office predicts no widespread snow, but a small chance on Dartmoor. Get the full festive forecast.
Brits face a chilly, breezy Christmas Day with sunshine for many. Met Office warns of strong easterly winds making it feel near freezing. Get the full festive forecast.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy Christmas Day for the UK with sunshine for many. Find out where temperatures could plummet to -5°C and the slim chance of festive snow.