39 h. ago 'I opened Celebrations Advent Calendar and I have one major complaint'

For years, a certain advent calendar has sparked outrage, leaving chocolate lovers fuming and children in tears.

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40 h. ago People are only now realising why Advent calendars have chocolate in them

Today is the day when millions of people start opening their Advent calendars, but they didn't always have chocolate in them. In fact, something unlikely inspired the sweet twist

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5 d. ago I have £14 chocolate Advent calendar every Christmas and it's better than Cadbury

For years, people have complained about the rising prices of Advent calendars, but each year I opt for a £14 option, and I personally think it's better than leading brands like Cadbury

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5 d. ago Dear Coleen: Our adult kids have fallen out so we are dreading Christmas

"Now, we have to arrange Christmas like a military operation so they can avoid each other."

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8 d. ago These are the best beauty advent calendars for women over 50

Gone are the days when we were thrilled by a small, sickly chocolate behind an advent calendar door, now we all need a beauty blockbuster.

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8 d. ago 'Rare' Advent calendar goes on sale at Lidl with unusual 'day one' chocolate

Lidl is introducing its own Advent calendar, perfect for those who truly love chocolate

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8 d. ago Lidl launches new 'rare' Advent calendar with unusual 'day one' door

Lidl is launching its own Advent calendar that's best for people who enjoy chocolate a bit too much

Politics

3 w. ago Daily Star's ultimate advent calendar guide 2025, from chocolate to beauty and Disney

EXCLUSIVE: (Contains affiliate links) The Daily Star tried around 40 different advent calendars and other bits, and has narrowed it down to just seven, plus one hamper and three tipples

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3 w. ago Countdown to Christmas with the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar 2025

Move over chocolate advent calendars the Bonne Maman is a delight ever day.

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4 w. ago Best chocolate advent calendars for kids and adults this Christmas

From artisanal pralines to supermarket deals, explore 2025's top chocolate advent calendars and make your countdown to Christmas that bit sweeter

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4 w. ago Domino's unwrap contender for strangest advent calendar of 2025

Domino’s are unwrapping a new festive treat for pizza lovers this December with the launch of its first ever advent calendar – with Garlic & Herb dip in place of chocolates.

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