19 h. ago 9 tips for picking the best xmas toys as parents reveal the ones kids ignore

Parents have revealed the toys which hold their child’s attention the least – including teddies and musical instruments.

Politics

23 h. ago Prince Andrew's luxurious 'new life living like a sultan in Abu Dhabi palace'

The King's younger brother Prince Andrew has agreed to leave Royal Lodge for a smaller property on the Sandringham estate - but experts believe he will ultimately quit life in the UK

Politics

3 d. ago All the benefits of the Cotswolds without the price tag: Inside Britain's forgotten countryside idyll where the average house costs £239,000

While the Cotswolds stood out as the destination du jour for metropolitan emigres pre-pandemic, a new rural hub is catching the attention of families seeking a slice of The Good Life.

Economics

3 d. ago Welcome to the Notswolds! As prices soar in the Cotswolds, here's the forgotten rural idyll which enjoys the same benefits

While the Cotswolds stood out as the destination du jour for metropolitan emigres pre-pandemic, a new rural hub is catching the attention of families seeking a slice of The Good Life.

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3 d. ago Inside Britain's most haunted house where eerie shadows appear in mirrors and a figure roams the bedrooms

Snuggling up in bed in their three-bedroomed rural cottage in Ross-on-Wye, Chris Benwell and his fiancée Pam Webb turned off the lights and settled down for the night.

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3 d. ago Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert shares perfect temperature to run heating at to save money

Saving money on your energy bills requires some tweaks

Economics

4 d. ago House prices edge higher in October, says Nationwide as market remains 'resilient' in face of Budget tax hikes

House prices edged higher this month, according to the latest figures from Nationwide Building Society.

Economics

4 d. ago Small boat migrant ‘used translation app to make sick threat to victim before raping her near major train station’

A BOAT migrant allegedly raped a woman twice after using a translation app to tell her: “I want to f**k you.” Failed asylum seeker Moustafa Elbohy, 31, reportedly launched his attack after encountering her at a train station. The Egyptian national, who entered Britain on a dinghy in June and was housed in a taxpayer-funded...

Events

4 d. ago Inside Britain's 'most haunted house' that no one wanted to buy for 12 years

After sitting eerily on the market for more than a decade, Amy Waine and Jarrad Cutting bought The Cage earlier this year

Politics

5 d. ago 'We're restoring Britain's most haunted house – things go bump in the night'

Amy Waine and Jarrad Cutting bought The Cage in St Osyth, Essex earlier this year after finding out it was up for sale from a friend - and have been spooked by the goings on

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9 d. ago Prince Andrew's situation at Royal Lodge explained amid 'advanced talks' with Charles

EXCLUSIVE: With Prince Andrew reportedly in "advanced talks" to vacate the Royal Lodge, a property expert has offered insight into what his next steps could be

Politics

1 week ago These expert tips will protect your precious garden plants from frost this winter

The harsh conditions of Scottish winter can do damage to our beloved shrubs and flowers.

Economics

1 week ago Tess Daly tipped for HUGE TV move after Strictly exit as insiders reveal ‘one ace card’ that could make her millions

FOR two decades, Tess Daly has been the face of Strictly Come Dancing, having fronted the show since the very first episode. But in a shock move this week, she and co-host Claudia, 53, announced they are leaving the ballroom without giving a clear reason for waltzing off the show. Industry experts reckon that leaving...

Economics

1 week ago Expert's tips to dry clothes indoors without causing mould and damp

'With a few simple changes, you can dry your clothes indoors safely and keep your home healthy'

Politics

1 week ago Garry McRae and ZiZibreeZi: Guiding Investors Through The U.K’s Short

ZiZibreeZi is a property management company specializing in short-term rentals, offering expert guidance through complex licensing and planning regulations. With its strategic support, ZiZibreeZi helps ensure high-quality guest experiences and optimised returns for property investors

Economics

1 week ago The crimewave sweeping Britain? Illegal houses in multiple occupation | Aditya Chakrabortty

With private-sector villainy and public-sector complicity, what makes this HMO scandal so characteristic of modern Britain is how far the guilt spreadsFan of true crime? Then this column is for you. Rather than some cold case told through yellowing newspapers and sepia photos, this one is still happening. And just wait for the plot twist! But first let me outline the key facts; your challenge is to decide who’s guilty.Our crime scene is a redbrick townhouse built in the last years of Victoria – tall, battered but undeniably handsome. It’s in Bowes Park, on London’s northern outskirts – the kind of neighbourhood that on a Friday afternoon offers nice cafes, a community-owned pub and some WFH dads wandering the streets scavenging for ciabatta sandwiches.Aditya Chakrabortty is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Posh, proud and impossible to ignore: the incredible life of Annabel Goldsmith

Born in the 1930s, the former Lady Annabel Vane-Tempest-Stewart flourished in a world that celebrated aristocratic rule-breakers. What does her story tell us about how Britain has changed?If the sitting Marquess of Londonderry died tomorrow, and in so doing bestowed a ladyhood on his 15-year-old granddaughter, would you ever know? Would you be able to find the great houses of Britain on a map, and connect them to their owners? It wouldn’t be true to say that the press has stopped covering the aristocracy, since the Telegraph diligently covers the great estates, but the discussion now comes framed by the idea of meritocracy, which is objectively pretty ridiculous. So the Hon Nick Howard told the Telegraph a fortnight ago, “If my son wants to take over [Castle Howard], he’ll have to pass an interview,” while other great estate owners stress their role as rewilders, ecowarriors or, at their most traditional, conservationists. These days, if you’re proud of heritage simply because you o...

Politics

1 week ago Annual UK house price growth slows as London sees average property values fall

Property experts said the autumn Budget has injected uncertainty into the market and made some buyers cautious.

Society

1 week ago Rules on what you can do if neighbour's tree is hanging over your garden

Property experts revealed what the law says about cutting trees and boundaries between neighbours

Politics

1 week ago A neighbour's tree is hanging over my garden — 4 experts all give same advice on cutting it

Lawyers and property experts explain what you can do if a neighbour's tree starts to grow over your fence and garden — and things you must know before you act

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