TV Insiders Reveal Their Real Christmas Viewing Rituals
Industry insiders from the BBC, ITV and Sky share the festive TV they return to every year, from classic films to unexpected soaps. Discover the shows that truly make their Christmas.
Industry insiders from the BBC, ITV and Sky share the festive TV they return to every year, from classic films to unexpected soaps. Discover the shows that truly make their Christmas.
A Canadian expat shares her strangest Christmas in a London flat, bonding with a flatmate over a jarring film and an unconventional lunch. Discover the oddities of the festive season away from home.
Everything you need to know about London's famous Christmas Eve meat auction at Smithfield Market. Find times, tips, and how to bag a festive bargain.
Discover Montol, Cornwall's unique winter solstice festival in Penzance. From horse skull 'osses' and pagan rituals to sprout-throwing revelry, explore how this community event lights up the darkest day.
A journalist reflects on missing her annual festive hometown reunion for the first time, exploring the unique nostalgia and chaos of Christmas Eve back home. Share your story with us.
Supermarkets battle with pre-prepared festive meal kits. Iceland's £25 offering for four wins top praise from experts and customers for value and taste. Find out which boxes are worth it.
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Avoid festive family arguments with our guide to the top five Christmas TV shows for 2025. From Amandaland to Colin from Accounts, find perfect viewing for all ages.
Your full guide to the explosive Christmas storylines in EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street for 2025. Discover the secrets, violence and tragic twists planned for the festive season.
A writer reflects on eight alcohol-free festive seasons, offering wisdom on navigating Christmas Day stress, the benefits of sobriety, and finding alternative pleasures. Discover a fresh perspective on holiday celebrations.
As Christmas 2025 approaches, Ukrainian refugees in the UK share how they preserve their festive traditions, from St Nicholas Day to Holy Supper, while mourning lives shattered by Russia's full-scale invasion.
Polly Hudson reveals how 15 years of festive squabbles over tinsel, turkey and Aled Jones led to a yuletide truce with her Christmas-obsessed husband. Discover their seasonal survival guide.
A mother explains how telling her children Santa only brings stocking fillers changed Christmas, reducing pressure and fostering gratitude. Discover her simple family rule.
The Duchess of Sussex reveals her family's sweet festive rituals in California, including leaving carrots for reindeer, as the Sussexes celebrate another Christmas away from UK royals.
Officials urge revellers to avoid Tower Bridge and other central London bridges for the New Year's Eve fireworks due to poor visibility and safety concerns. Find the best viewing alternatives here.
ITV's 2025 festive lineup is branded 'dreadful', but the real culprit is our shift to streaming giants like Netflix. As traditional TV viewership declines, can British broadcasters survive the Christmas ratings war?
Discover the ultimate festive viewing guide, featuring family fun with A Minecraft Movie, the perfection of Paddington 2, and epic dramas like Oppenheimer. Plan your Christmas TV schedule now.
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
A writer's scathing critique of the forced frivolity of White Elephant gift exchanges. Discover why this holiday ritual of disappointment and theft should be made extinct this festive season.
A new survey reveals millions of Brits are breaking Christmas dinner traditions with chips and baked beans, but Londoners cling to Yorkshire puddings. Discover the festive food revolution.
Explore the fascinating history of the Christmas tree, from Roman Saturnalia to Norwegian church floors. Discover how the Norway spruce became a festive staple and its surprising practical uses.
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Discover four ingenious Elf on the Shelf pranks from a creative mum, plus a time-saving app that uses AI to create magical elf scenes for your children.
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
The Guardian wants to hear from UK readers about their 2025 Christmas plans. Are you embracing the festive season early or holding back? Share your story and thoughts on the holiday spirit.
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
ITVX has added all three episodes of the BBC's acclaimed 'Little Women' adaptation, starring Maya Hawke and Angela Lansbury. Perfect for a festive, emotional binge-watch this Christmas.
YouTube has launched its first personalised 'Recap' for UK users, revealing your top videos, channels, and a viewing personality type. Discover the 2025 trends and how to find yours.
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.