44 h. ago ‘You don’t have to hurtle down slopes or dance like crazy at après parties’: readers’ favourite winter mountain holidays in Europe

The Alps, Spain’s Sierra Nevada and the national parks of Sweden and Albania feature among our readers’ treasured winter mountain breaks• Tell us about a stay in a historic building – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherInnsbruck offers lots of options for a winter holiday. I found it’s a place where you don’t have to hurtle down ski slopes or dance like crazy at après-ski parties. In fact I was amazed when I took the 20-minute cable car from the city centre up 2,000 metres to an area where locals were sitting in deckchairs on the snow reading books and sipping hot chocolate in the strong Tirolean sunshine. You can ski to your heart’s content on slopes just half an hour from the famous Imperial Palace in the city centre. The city authorities provide some guided free walks and winter activities, including a cross-country skiing taster if you have a Welcome Card provided by your hotel. Then again, you can just sit and sample strong Austrian coffee or Gerschtnsuppe (soup with barle...

Politics

3 d. ago Luxury Boden winter coats, jackets, jumpers and cardigans reduced in sale that ends tomorrow

Every single item on the Boden website has been reduced by at least 25%

Politics

5 d. ago Rutherglen Rotarians provide winter warmers as appeal collects in around 500 coats and jackets

The Wrap Up Lanarkshire initiative helps others during winter who may not have or be able to afford warm clothing, including those who find themselves homeless at this time of year.

Events

9 d. ago Orla Kiely’s new Regatta collection includes a quick drying waterproof changing robe for £75

Regatta has launched its new Orla Kiely collection of waterproof jackets, coats and shoes perfect for tackling the winter weather, including a £75 ‘quick drying’ changing robe

Economics

1 week ago DWP confirms five groups of people will not receive winter fuel payment this year

The winter fuel payment provides individuals with between £200 - £300 depending on their circumstances

Economics

1 week ago M&S' 'luxe' faux fur jacket for autumn hailed as 'a cuddle in a coat' is selling fast

"Cuddle in a coat. Don't delay, get it straight away. Looks luxe and feels gorgeous. This is a staple piece that you'll still be wearing in 10 yrs time."

Politics

2 w. ago The elegant cape is the coat trend of winter – here’s how to wear it

The cape is this season’s must-have accessory – but there’s a knack to styling it without looking like a superhero

Politics

2 w. ago Alan Titchmarsh shares 'secret' way to make sure grow vegetables through winter

Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh has shared a "secret method" for growing vegetables throughout the winter months, as he took to his YouTube channel to provide some top gardening tips

Politics

3 w. ago Gardeners warned 'do not rake up leaves' this winter for this one reason

Experts are advising people to leave some piles of leaves in their gardens this autumn and winter, as they can provide a vital habitat for an endangered species

Events

3 w. ago The best chic puffer jackets to stay warm this winter, starting from £38

Temperatures are tumbling and we're wistfully eyeing up the 'on' button for the central heating.

Economics

3 w. ago Livingston Designer Outlet announce outdoor brand Columbia to open store at the centre

The brand-new store will give Scottish shoppers direct access to Columbia’s outerwear, footwear and accessories – from waterproof jackets and winter-ready coats to trail shoes, rucksacks and socks – all with the added bonus of outlet savings of up to 30% off.

Culture

4 w. ago M&S smart autumn coat that ‘looks more expensive than it is' less than £70

"Perfect for autumn days when it’s not cold enough for a wool coat, or warm enough for a jacket"

Economics