30 h. ago M&S' 'winter wardrobe staple' ideal for Christmas party season and beyond that's less than £50

"Love this skirt a definite winter must have. The quality is beautiful. Very flattering"

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55 h. ago Underrated European town with a pretty Christmas market and festive train that costs less to visit than a UK staycation

THERE is a charming, small Italian city that hosts a quiet Christmas market for less than the cost of visiting one in the UK. The tiny city of Arezzo located in the Tuscan hills of Italy features the country's largest Christmas market that is themed like an Alpine village. Each winter, according to Visit Tuscany,...

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60 h. ago Light up your family’s winter at Christmas at the Botanics 2025

Forget rushing through the season — pause, wrap up warm and make family memories that last a lifetime at Christmas At The Botanics 2025.

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6 d. ago Scots share the 'best Christmas holiday' destinations in the country this winter

Including "overlooked" spots with stunning festive scenery.

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7 d. ago River Island's new Christmas jumpers are so stylish, I'd wear them all winter

River Island has just dropped a Christmas jumper collection that's changing the game for festive style. Here are the knits you'll want to wear all season...

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7 d. ago Britain’s colonial botany, tiny landscapes and great bohemian outlaws – the week in art

Small worlds go under the microscope, botanical art is investigated, and renegades come in for a reckoning – all in your weekly dispatchThe Singh Twins and Flora IndicaA look at the colonial history behind British botany, plus a survey of Indian botanical art in the age of the East India Company. • Kew Gardens, London, until 12 April Continue reading...

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8 d. ago 'Fairytale' European Christmas market holiday makes perfect winter weekend away

The festive period is a hectic time, and what better way to blow off steam than with a holiday? If you plan it right, you can take this Christmas market trip without using any annual leave

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1 week ago New Christmas event comes to Manchester with 'magical' winter festival at Freight Island and Mayfield Park

A world of festive storytelling and wonder is promised

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1 week ago Coronation Street spoilers: Soap first, Christmas twists and 'unmissable' crossover

Coronation Street boss Kate Brooks has teased some massive autumn and winter twists ahead including Christmas, a special episode and the big soap crossover, Corriedale

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2 w. ago Homes for sale near arboretums and botanic gardens in England and Wales – in pictures

From a home near RHS Garden Wisley to a flat opposite Kew Gardens in London Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Bents garden centre becomes winter wonderland as magical Christmas displays unveiled

The award-winning venue is known for its lavish festive decorations

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2 w. ago Countdown begins to magical new Christmas At The Botanics 2025

THE countdown to Christmas At The Botanics 2025 is officially underway — and this year’s magical light trail is set to shine brighter than ever.

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2 w. ago Gardeners urged to leave out one common fruit for robins in October

Robins do not migrate south for winter like many other birds, but these Christmas card characters sometimes need a helping hand finding food, especially as temperatures drop

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2 w. ago Emmerdale autumn and winter spoilers: New set, 'something big' and jaw

Emmerdale cast members have told The Mirror there's 'lots of cool' twists and turns ahead and 'something big' is ahead with spoilers for autumn and winter teasing Christmas too

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3 w. ago Best Christmas markets 2025: The UK's 8 best Christmas market cities to visit

From the bright lights of Liverpool to the charming mini-city of Wells - here are the best places to find some Christmas cheer this winter.

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3 w. ago AD FEATURE: Experience Christmas in Caerphilly this winter, with unmissable events across the borough

There will be markets, parades fireworks and workshops to spread the festive joy

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4 w. ago Major household brand launches mince pie ice cream in time for Christmas

A MAJOR household brand has launched mince pie ice cream just in time for the Christmas season. It's sent shoppers into a festive frenzy as they eagerly anticipate a unique twist on a beloved Christmas treat. Ahead of the winter season, Mr Kipling is extending its ice-cream range with a limited-edition mince pie flavour. The...

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