16 h. ago Easter weekend: the best family friendly activities, from egg hunts to craft fairs

From the Albert Hall’s Good Friday concert to Battersea Power Station’s inaugural chocolate market, here’s how to celebrate

Society

26 h. ago ‘The Citizen Kane of rock movies’: glam rockers Slade and their bid for cinema greatness

Fifty years ago, the Black Country legends made Slade in Flame, about a band screwed by the music business. It tanked and almost finished them. Now, as it’s re-released, the film is being seen as a prescient gemDaryl Easlea was eight years old when he got the 4A bus with his mate Graham down to the Odeon in Southend-on-Sea to see his favourite rock band make the leap from vinyl to celluloid. After 12 consecutive top 10 singles – including six No 1s – Slade had finally made their first movie, Slade in Flame. It has just turned 50.What young Easlea saw in 1975 was not the fun-packed adventures of a happy-go-lucky glam rock foursome, but a dour, downbeat film about being chewed up and spat out by the music industry. Easlea, who would grow up to be Slade’s biographer, didn’t care. Continue reading...

Culture

33 h. ago 25 places kids can eat for free or from £1 during the Easter holidays

You can save money and treat the family for less this Easter

Economics

36 h. ago Emergency services called to country park to rescue girl after horror fall

The young girl was rescued from the bottom of a 10ft gully

Events

37 h. ago Marks and Spencer £35 blouse in 'pretty' pattern is 'perfect' for Easter lunches

"This blouse is pretty, the colours and pattern are lovely. I'll wear it for a family lunch in a local restaurant over Easter"

Economics

51 h. ago Easter days out for the family across the UK that are free and affordable

If you're looking for cracking 'EGGscursions' this Easter don't despair, we've rounded free and cheap days out so you can have fun while still saving money during the school holidays

Politics

3 d. ago Hollyoaks' Jorgie Porter confidently poses in bikini just four months after giving birth

EXCLUSIVE: Hollyoaks star Jorgie Porter, who gave birth to her second child Peony Jorgie in December 2024, has decided to make the most of the Easter half-term with a family trip to Spain

Politics

4 d. ago 20 things to do in Wales for the 2025 Easter school holidays

There is plenty to enjoy in Wales this Easter holiday including Amelia Trust Farm's Big Easter Event, Easter celebrations at Fonmon Castle and Wales v Ireland Womens 6 Nations

Politics

4 d. ago Prince Harry's 'Easter faux pas' that left William and Kate 'upset'

Prince Harry has been very vocal about his fractured relationships with his family members, and a new book has shed light on an Easter faux pas that left William and Kate 'upset'

Politics

5 d. ago Cadbury Easter bundle with nearly 300 Creme Eggs and Dairy Milk Eggs gets axed by £20 off

This Cadbury bundle includes a selection of Easter chocolate must-have treats to share with family or indulge in yourself - and it includes nearly 300 eggs in four iconic flavours

Economics

6 d. ago 5 tips for surviving the Easter holidays on a budget with kids

Easter is imminent, meaning two weeks off school for youngsters around the country. If you're worried about the cost of keeping them entertained, moneysaving expert Gemma Bird is here to help

Economics

6 d. ago Horse and rider plunge through bridge as gaping hole opens beneath them in Scots park

A hole opened up in a bridge in a Scots country park as a horse and its rider plummet.

Politics

6 d. ago Brainteaser makes for fun Easter challenge for the whole family

This fun football inspired brainteaser may entice readers currently enjoying or gearing up for the Easter holidays

Politics

6 d. ago Danger to drivers after tree cuttings dumped in the middle of road in West Lothian

The incident is similar to another that took place near Beecraigs Country Park in December

Transport

6 d. ago Visit Palacerigg Country Park this Easter for family fun adventures

North Lanarkshire Council has carried out improvements, including upgraded paths and trails and expanded play areas, and following a Community Asset Transfer, Palacerigg Community Trust has reopened the popular visitor centre café.

Politics

8 d. ago Huge 'deliberate' wildfire leaves trail of devastation after threatening homes

Six fire crews dealt with the 'deliberate' blaze near Bryngarw Country Park in Bridgend and stopped it spreading to nearby properties and a children's home

Events

8 d. ago Free and cheap Easter 2025 days out and activities for the family

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry shares some of the best free and cheap Easter days out and activities this April

Politics

1 week ago 25 things to do with the kids in Manchester this Easter holidays

There are loads of reasons to get out and about these school holidays

Politics

1 week ago Marks and Spencer shoppers race to buy LEGO Easter Bunny sets for £3 each online

The £2.68 LEGO Bunny sets that normally cost £18 each are the perfect alternative to chocolate eggs

Economics

1 week ago Parents told small Easter treat could cause 'significant choking risk'

One first aid expert has warned parents to be extra cautious this Easter, as the size of popular chocolate treats could pose a serious choking hazard for young children

Events