5 h. ago There's still time to do this dazzling light trail named of 'the best in Wales'

There is still time to catch one of the UK’s best Christmas light trails, and it is closer than you might expect.

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22 h. ago Giant 15ft penis Christmas decoration sparks fury as critics brand it an 'abomination'

A dad has sparked uproar for the second year running after erecting a massive 15ft penis-shaped Christmas light display on his house, prompting neighbour complaints and a police visit

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50 h. ago Greater Manchester's most festive streets as thousands of houses light up for Christmas

Streets in Stockport, Tameside, Wigan, Trafford and Rochdale have been lit up for Christmas 2025

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59 h. ago Poem of the week: Down on the canal on Christmas Day by Chris McCabe

A melancholy December vision in Liverpool invokes a Dickensian ghost with more worldly but still warm realismDown on the canal on Christmas Day Down on the canal on Christmas Day a man walks towards me out of water-light, upright, Cratchit-wrapped, a smile to say:I know you. Hello Chris. Ghost in a time-ripped landscape where a low solstice sun spills whisked through a metallic staircase. With joy, the man’s smile haunts me for miles — a long blasted path, where a dead rat’s belly festoons its purple crinoline Christmas hat. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Experts say 'switch off' in call for 9pm 'Christmas light curfew'

Specialists say that a simple switch-off could help protect birds, bats, bugs, and frogs

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6 d. ago The 12 sneaky ways Christmas affects your sleep – and how to fix it

Christmas parties, social burnout and alcohol can all have an impact on our sleep schedule

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6 d. ago Five magical spots in Scotland where you are most likely to see a white Christmas

A white Christmas in Scotland will depend on overnight frost or light snow, with chances varying across the country.

Events

7 d. ago Three food swaps on Christmas Day can cut 1,000 calories from your plate

Professor Franklin Joseph says one swap alone that 'you won't notice' will cut 800 calories

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9 d. ago 'Chunky but light' Christmas Day jumper dress shoppers will 'wear for years to come' now £28

"A perfect dress, it looks quite chunky but feels light, easy to wear."

Economics

9 d. ago The Shard to 'light up like a festive stocking' on Christmas Eve

The Shard to 'light up like a festive stocking' on Christmas Eve  My London

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1 week ago This Historic Château Near London Looks Like It's Jumped Straight From The Pages Of A Fairytale

This Historic Château Near London Looks Like It's Jumped Straight From The Pages Of A Fairytale - And It's Been Decked Out For Christmas With A Festive Fair, A Magical Light Trail, And A Delicious Food Village  Secret London

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1 week ago ‘Disgusting’ vandals chop down village Christmas tree hours after light switch

Beloved tree has been a festive treat for residents for over a decade

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1 week ago David Walliams' 'brutal reset' as he looks ahead to lonely Christmas

As David Walliams looks ahead to a lonely Christmas, a PR expert has shed light on the transitional period he faces, against a backdrop of lost friendships and shifting tastes in comedy

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1 week ago Glasgow artist turns the birds outside his East End window into stunning Christmas light installation

Jamie Wardrop first developed the idea during the quiet summer after lockdown.

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2 w. ago Irvine Christmas light switch on sees Sabrina Carpenter tribute entertain crowds

“This is a big event for Irvine and it’s nice to have it back.”

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2 w. ago Christmas light up gift box decorations full of festive magic down to £24 with special code

Designed to look like pre-wrapped presents adorned with fairy lights that look stunning under a Christmas tree

Economics

2 w. ago Boden 'comfy yet classy' top perfect for Christmas parties now 15% off

Boden's Smock Neck Tulle Top features light tulle layers and sheer lace sleeves, making it ideal for Christmas parties

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2 w. ago UK households bin 168m Christmas lights and ‘fast tech’ items a year

Consumers spent £1.7bn on festive lighting last year and much of it is treated as disposableUK households have thrown away an estimated 168m light-up Christmas items and other “fast-tech” gifts over the past year, a study suggests.The research by the non-profit group Material Focus found about £1.7bn was spent last year on Christmas lighting, including 39m sets of fairy lights. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges Brits to make 1 swap to cut electricity bills in December

Martin Lewis has urged Brits to make a simple swap to cut their electricity bills in December. It's something you need to know if you have a lot of Christmas lights

Science

2 w. ago Horses and carts and Christmas light ceremonies: photos of the weekend

A selection of the best images from around the world this weekend Continue reading...

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