Early data reveals a strong start to Boxing Day sales with retail park visits rising 6.9%. Analysts note a shift towards leisure-focused, full-day outings over pure bargain hunting. Discover the latest UK retail trends.
UK Boxing Day sales saw a shift in shopper habits, with high street footfall down 2.4% while retail parks surged 6.9%. Central London declined 7.7% as consumers sought convenience and coastal day trips.
UK shoppers are forecast to spend £3.8bn on Boxing Day 2024, a 2% rise. High streets and online retailers benefit as consumers seek post-Christmas deals. Read the full analysis.
Discover how to turn unwanted Christmas presents into amazing deals on eBay. Our guide reveals the best categories, search tips, and timing strategies for savvy UK shoppers.
Explore the surprising Roman and Victorian origins of Christmas on December 25th. Discover the theories behind the date and how Charles Dickens shaped our modern festivities.
The Jonas Brothers' new festive film, 'A Very Jonas Christmas Movie', is now streaming on Disney+. With an 85% critics score, it's a feel-good holiday watch full of music and comedy.
Plan your festive shop with our guide to Christmas and New Year opening times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, and Morrisons across the UK. Check your local branch now.
UK shoppers hail Costco's festive dessert range as the 'best' for Christmas 2025, with Martin Lewis endorsing the warehouse for competitive brand prices. Discover the must-have puddings.
Struggling with Secret Santa? Discover Oliver Bonas' range of stylish gifts and stocking fillers all under £5, perfect for last-minute Christmas shopping on a budget.
In 2020, Polly Hudson's family braved the cold for a 'Diffmas' garden lunch with her mum. Discover how gazebos, heaters and gritted teeth failed against a British winter.
A homemade velvet ribbon garland is the UK's top festive decor trend, with shops selling miles of fabric. Discover the viral craft driving sales from Lincoln to Lapland.
Panicking about forgotten presents? Our festive survival guide offers last-minute gift hacks, DIY decor tips from experts, and Jo Malone's shopping secrets to save your Christmas.
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.
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.
TikTok reports a 100% rise in Christmas decor videos as users embrace 90s nostalgia with tinsel, VHS tapes & DIY ornaments. Experts link the trend to a search for comfort in uncertain times. Discover the key looks.
Christmas is days away! Our shopping expert with 13 years' experience reveals the perfect last-minute presents, from luxury Dyson stylers to cosy Jellycat toys. Shop now for festive joy.
Panicking about Christmas gifts? Discover 10 brilliant last-minute present ideas, from personalised maps to gourmet treats, perfect for any recipient. Find your perfect solution now!
An exclusive look at the 2025 spending habits of Guardian readers reveals a move towards travel, culture, and sustainable goods. Discover the data driving consumer change.
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 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.
Struggling to choose clothes as presents? Guardian fashion editor Jess Cartner-Morley shares her foolproof rules for stylish, stress-free Christmas gifting. Learn how to avoid festive fashion faux pas.
Cartoonist Samuel Ojo's latest work for The Guardian hilariously captures the chaos and stress of festive shopping. Discover the modern-day perils of Christmas consumerism through his sharp, satirical lens.
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.
From weight-loss syringe ornaments to Pringles cans, discover why Britain's Christmas trees are showcasing bizarre, commercialised baubles. Explore the data driving the festive shift.
Discover Guardian fashion expert Jess Cartner-Morley's curated Christmas gift guide for 2025, featuring 31 stylish picks from cult beauty to designer fashion. Find the perfect present.
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.
Discover 10 thoughtful gift ideas from UK small businesses this festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Start your ethical shopping now!
Struggling with Christmas gifts for him? Our 2025 guide, curated by an expert, reveals 20 unique presents from tech to grooming that go beyond the usual suspects. Find inspiration now.
TfL increases Elizabeth line Saturday services to 20 trains an hour between Whitechapel and Paddington from 20 December. Plan your festive shopping and theatre trips now.