Shard to light up as giant Christmas stocking on Dec 24
London's iconic Shard will illuminate its top 20 storeys as a giant red Christmas stocking on Christmas Eve, visible for over 40 miles. A spectacular festive finale for the capital.
London's iconic Shard will illuminate its top 20 storeys as a giant red Christmas stocking on Christmas Eve, visible for over 40 miles. A spectacular festive finale for the capital.
A visual journey through the weekend's festive highlights, from traditional horse-drawn carts to spectacular Christmas light switch-ons across the UK. See the magic unfold.
Experience the spectacular Christmas at Kew light trail, illuminating the 300-acre botanic gardens until 4 January 2026. Book tickets for festive magic.
Dog Man: The Musical is set for its London debut at the Southbank Centre next summer. We explore how theatre makers successfully adapt beloved children's books for the stage, from The Gruffalo to My Neighbour Totoro.
UK electric vehicle drivers warned of hefty penalties for common winter errors. Learn Kia's essential tips to stay safe, legal, and avoid fines up to £11,000 this season.
Struggling to find the perfect winter wedding outfit? Discover elegant solutions featuring lace, cocktail coats, and glimmering jewellery to shine despite the chill.
Shoppers praise the Marks and Spencer Air-Yarn Roll Neck Jumper for its soft, flattering fit and lightweight warmth. Discover this £26 winter essential and stylish pairing ideas.
The hit off-Broadway show 'Dog Man: The Musical' is coming to London's Southbank Centre in summer 2026 for its European premiere. Tickets go on sale 5 December.
Gareth Butterfield reveals five simple, no-cost checks to keep your car running in freezing conditions and avoid a winter breakdown. Essential reading for UK drivers.
Dav Pilkey's beloved 'Dog Man' books are being adapted into a major new musical, premiering at London's Southbank Centre in 2026. Discover the creative team and show details.
Theatreland will honour the late playwright Tom Stoppard by dimming its lights this Tuesday. Discover where to pay your respects and upcoming revivals of his work.
British Gas engineers offer five crucial safety and energy-saving tips for festive lights. Stay safe, save money, and avoid hazards this Christmas season.
Discover London's most spectacular Christmas displays for 2025, from Fortnum & Mason's crimson lights to Annabel's Narnia wonderland. Plan your festive tour today!
Sarah Akinterinwa's latest cartoon perfectly captures the British struggle through winter illness season. Discover how her work resonates with millions battling colds and flu.
Explore stunning global photography from Chad to Iceland. Witness northern lights, winter lantern trails, and poignant human stories in our daily visual roundup.
Get up to 40% off Hobbs winter coats, including Kate Middleton's favourite styles. Shop the Black Friday 2025 sale for timeless elegance at reduced prices.
Discover the scientific reasons why London's damp, humid winter can feel colder than Canada's freezing temperatures, from heat conductivity to the urban canyon effect.
Discover how Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, a Shard housekeeper, inspired this year's spectacular Christmas light display. See London's tallest festive show lighting up the sky until January.
A Bristol family has transformed their home into the Winterbourne Wonderland with 150,000 lights, raising funds for charity. Visit this spectacular festive display until January 4.
Discover why Croyde in north Devon offers the perfect winter weekend escape with empty surfing beaches, cosy pubs and stunning coastal walks away from the summer crowds.
Discover London's magical Christmas markets for 2025. Get opening dates, locations and travel tips for Winter Wonderland, Southbank Centre and more festive highlights.
Got a favourite UK winter activity? Share your tip for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. Tom Hall of Lonely Planet will judge. Enter by 1 December.
Discover why 'button edgers' - pedestrians who refuse to press crossing buttons - are infuriating commuters across the UK. Learn the truth about traffic light systems and why pressing matters.
Discover why Margate, the Victorian seaside town just 90 minutes from London, has been crowned the UK's top winter getaway by Condé Nast. Plan your cosy escape today!
The Churchill Arms in Kensington has unveiled its spectacular annual Christmas display, featuring 90 conifer trees and thousands of fairy lights. Discover this global attraction.
Escape London's bustle with a winter day trip to Oxford's Port Meadow. Walk ancient trails, spot wild ponies, and cosy up in a 17th-century pub. The perfect countryside tonic.
Discover which festive markets Londoners recommend for 2025, from riverside gems to hidden local favourites. Plan your perfect Christmas market tour today!
Discover how Scandinavians embrace long, freezing winters with expert tips on wellbeing, cosy clothing and home rituals. Transform your winter mindset today.
Discover six essential strategies for staying warm in freezing UK temperatures, from thermal base layers to Yorkshire-made boots. Learn from a professional bouncer's hard-won expertise.
Struggling with dry skin and low mood? You're not alone. Discover what the 'winter uglies' are and get expert-backed tips to reclaim your glow this season.