Boxing Day Walk to Britain's Oldest Pub Near London
Plan the perfect Boxing Day escape with a historic walk in St Albans, ending at Ye Olde Fighting Cocks pub. A 90-minute route from the station, via a cathedral and Roman park.
Plan the perfect Boxing Day escape with a historic walk in St Albans, ending at Ye Olde Fighting Cocks pub. A 90-minute route from the station, via a cathedral and Roman park.
Currys launches massive Boxing Day discounts on top brands like Dyson, Bose, and Samsung. Save hundreds on vacuums, TVs, headphones, and kitchen essentials. Limited stock available.
Devon and Cornwall Police warn against sea swimming as two men remain missing and a UKHSA cold health alert stays active for Boxing Day. Stay safe and check official advice.
From a festive royal duet in Windsor to Bono busking in Dublin and protests in Gaza, see how the world marked Christmas Day 2025. Explore the day's most powerful images.
Discover a seasoned shopper's strategy for the Boots Boxing Day Sale, from grabbing half-price perfumes to 70% off January deals. Learn how to shop smart and never leave empty-handed.
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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.
A former Royal Navy reservist details the horrific 1994 ear-biting attack by Paul Doyle, whose violent past was revealed at his sentencing for the Liverpool parade rampage.
Discover 18 of the UK's most joyful mass swims this festive season. From icy dips for charity to community celebrations, find your perfect Christmas, Boxing Day or New Year's Day plunge.
The BBC's long-range forecast predicts wet weather for London on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, potentially disrupting celebrations. Check the full festive outlook.
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.
The Met Office predicts a sunny start to 2026 in London on January 1st, with bright spells giving way to afternoon clouds and evening drizzle. Get the full forecast.
Discover why Margate is one of the best winter day trips from London. Explore the windswept beach, Turner Contemporary, and cosy pubs for a perfect festive escape.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
Get the essential stage times and details for Madness's Hit Parade Tour at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Find out when doors open and the show ends.
The Met Office predicts a damp New Year's Eve in London, with light rain from 7pm continuing into New Year's Day. Plan your celebrations accordingly.
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas greetings in Jerusalem's Old City, The Guardian's picture editors curate Thursday's most compelling global images. Explore the stories behind the lens.
Skip the crowds on the Thames. Discover seven fantastic alternative New Year's Eve events in London, from supper clubs to silent discos, for a memorable 2026.
The UK Met Office projects 2026 will exceed 1.4C above pre-industrial levels, marking the fourth year in a row. Scientists warn the rapid approach to the Paris Agreement's 1.5C limit demands urgent climate action.
Anna Bilonozhenko, who fled Ukraine, describes being seriously injured when Paul Doyle drove into a Liverpool FC crowd. Read her harrowing story and the 21-year sentence.
Paul Doyle sentenced to 21 years and six months for driving into Liverpool FC victory parade crowd, injuring 134 people. Judge condemns 'inexplicable fury'.
Ben Whishaw discusses his role as photographer Peter Hujar in Ira Sachs's new film, exploring a lost queer Manhattan and the enduring impact of AIDS on a generation. Discover the actor's insights.
London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland closes for the season on January 1, 2026. Plan your final visit for ice skating, rides, and Bavarian treats before it's gone.
Paul Doyle, who drove into Liverpool FC's victory parade, is sentenced to 21 and a half years in prison. Read the full story of the devastation and impact on victims.
Former soldier Dan Barr describes how he halted a car ploughing through Liverpool FC crowds. Paul Doyle jailed for 21.5 years after injuring 134 people. Read the full story.
Paul Doyle sentenced to 21 years for driving into Liverpool victory parade crowd, injuring 134. Read the full account of the attack and the hero who stopped him.
Paul Doyle, who drove into Liverpool FC fans, is jailed for 21 years. The former Royal Marine had a history of violent outbursts, court hears. Read the full report.
Former soldier Dan Barr describes how he stopped a car attack during the Liverpool FC victory parade. Read his firsthand account of the day of terror.
Paul Doyle, who drove into Liverpool fans, had a history of violence including biting off a man's ear. The 54-year-old broke down as victims' statements were read in court. Read the full shocking story.
Boris and Sofia Gurman were shot dead trying to disarm a terrorist in Sydney. Read their heroic story and the latest on the investigation.