Christmas

On average, Brits will tuck into SIX festive sandwiches over the winter months

Sprouts in a Christmas Sandwich? It's a Yes From Brits

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where in the UK is the cheapest place to indulge in the traditional British dish

New study reveals the most expensive cities in the UK for a Christmas carvery

From the crispy potatoes and cauliflower cheese, to the Yorkshire pudding and beef covered in gravy, roast dinners are a staple of British culture. But, where in the UK is the cheapest place to indulge in the traditional British dish?

To find out, online betting company Betway has conducted new research, analysing 179 different Toby Carvery, Greene King, and Brewers Fayre restaurants...

Cut back Christmas looms £562m less being spent on presents this year

Brits are finding new ways to make Christmas cost less this year, with almost one in three (30%) planning to reduce their spending on presents for family and friends – equating to a £562* million shrink in Christmas gifts spending.

The study, conducted by Novuna Personal Finance , shows that average Christmas gift budgets have dropped by over 10% this year, from £101 in 2022, to £90...

Third of Brits dipping into savings amid cost of living crisis

A third of Brits admit they will dip into savings this year to pay for unexpected cost-of-living emergencies, according to new national research.

The study, commissioned by budgeting experts Park Christmas Savings , lays bare the nation’s fears over financial planning – with many saying they are already concerned about affording Christmas 2023, just weeks after last year’s...

More than 50% of Brits are already worried about being able to afford Christmas 2023

Half Of Brits Already Worried About Affording Christmas 2023

More than 50% of Brits are already worried about being able to afford Christmas this year due to concerns over the cost of living crisis, new nationwide research has revealed.

The study, commissioned by budgeting experts Park Christmas Savings , lays bare the nation’s fears over festive financial planning – just days after last year’s celebrations came to a close.

It found...

children’s sleeping habits can change around the festive season

Sleep Expert Reveals The Ideal Christmas Eve Routine for Your Little One

The Christmas period is bound to shake up routines for many families, and with added excitement on Christmas eve it can often be tricky getting your little one to settle down to sleep.

With this in mind, personalised children’s book retailer In the Book have spoken with Gentle Sleep Coach, Katie Amies, to discover the best routine for our kids this Christmas.

Dealing with a...

UK's number one Christmas dinner item revealed

Turkey, roast potato and stuffing combine to make the perfect Christmas dinner forkful, according to new national research.

The study, conducted by online food ordering app, Foodhub, chewed over the nation’s festive foodie favourites ahead of this Christmas.

When asked which three ingredients combine to make the perfect forkful of Christmas dinner, Turkey (42%) roast potato...

These are the unique ways the festive season is celebrated around the world.

Surprising Christmas traditions from around the world

Christmas is fast approaching, and experts have revealed the unique ways that the festive season is celebrated around the world.

Language and culture experts at Busuu have researched what unusual and traditional celebrations take place across the globe for Christmas day.

Whilst Germans enjoy feasting on roasted meats and the Polish have fish as part of their ‘Wigilia’, the...

17 million households in the UK have a pet with dogs

Seasonal snacks could be toxic for your pets

At Christmas, it’s tempting, when eating your favourite festive food, to share seasonal snacks with your furry friends.

But, warns animal expert, what can be a tempting treat for you could lead to a toxic trauma for your pet.

And it's not just at Christmas, warns Laura Roberts a specialist lecturer at South Devon College : "Winter as a whole is a time when our animal...

Half of people planning to give friends and family cash toward their bills this year

Christmas 2022 looks like it’s going to be a frugal affair as millions of Britons feel the strain of rising utility bills and food prices.

And one UK waste company has found that up to half of people are planning to give at least one person in their immediate circle of family and friends cash toward paying their fuel bills.

UK waste collection company Divert.co.uk also found...

Home Alone voted the UK's favourite Christmas film

Home Alone is the UK’s favourite Christmas movie of all time, according to new national research revealed today1.

The movie, originally released in December 1990, took 19% of the vote, beating out tough competition from Will Ferrell classic Elf (14%) and the festive favourite Love Actually (13%), according to the nationwide study carried out by Showcase Cinemas ahead of the Christmas...