Christmas

Which UK councils are cutting and boosting festive light display spending this Christmas?

New analysis of 73 UK Councils shows dramatic differences in how local authorities are budgeting for Christmas lights, decorations and festive switch-on events in 2025. Whilst some are cutting spending by more than 60%, like Fife, Dundee and the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council area...

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Over a Third of UK Workers Want More Christmas Time Off Survey Reveals

With the festive season right around the corner, over a third (37%) of UK workers want more time off around Christmas and New Year, according to a recent survey by Office Freedom .

While the holidays are generally seen as a time to unwind, many workers are finding it hard to balance the demands of the season.

The survey revealed that Millennials seem to value time off less,...

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Five ways to reduce your festive spending when hosting this Christmas

Brits are set to spend huge sums hosting festive celebrations this season, with over £42 billion being spent nationwide. That’s according to new survey research from Jackson Woodturners .

Two-thirds of Brits will be hosting guests at least once over the festive season, with the average person hosting 6 times over this period. This adds up to an estimated 340 million parties, drinks,...

How to take care of your gut this Christmas

Festive alternatives to help you eat mindfully at Christmas

From roast potatoes to pigs in blankets, although Christmas is the gift-giving season, it’s the mouth watering traditional festive treats that most of us can’t wait for. However, Brits have been warned to take care of their gut this Christmas - as nine in ten report experiencing digestive issues over the festive season.

This inspired the fitness experts at Live Football Tickets to...

How to Host the Perfect Christmas Party: Tips for a Festive Gathering

Hosting a Christmas party can be one of the season’s highlights, bringing friends and family together to celebrate. But planning the perfect holiday gathering can also be overwhelming. From setting the theme to finalizing the menu, every detail matters in creating a memorable experience for your guests. Here’s a guide with tips to help you host a festive Christmas party that will be cherished...

How to Choose Gifts for Loved Ones This Festive Season

The most wonderful time of the year has officially arrived, and we all know how exciting gift-giving can be—especially when we finally get to see the look on our loved ones’ faces when they open the perfect gift. This year, why not make your holiday presents a little extra special? Opt for Black Friday gift card deals that will give them a gift to remember for a lifetime.

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where in the UK is home to the most affordable festive pines

The cost of a real Christmas tree in cities across the UK in 2023

With Christmas just around the corner, households across the country will soon be picking out (and decorating) their perfect tree. But where in the UK is home to the most affordable festive pines?

To find out, Betway has collected data from over 100 Christmas tree suppliers to reveal the cheapest, and most expensive, cities to buy a real Christmas tree this year. They have then...

Brits' reactions to scenarios during the cherished family gatherings

New UK Survey Reveals Biggest Quirks and Quandaries

As the jingle bells start to echo, and festive decorations adorn homes, a recent survey from Gala Bingo delved into Brits' reactions to scenarios during the cherished family gatherings of the holiday season. The findings reveal a spectrum of responses that paint a vivid picture of how individuals navigate the delicate dance of social interactions during this special time of the year....

The six common household issues that are reported following Christmas

Decking the halls? Avoid these six mistakes to avoid structural damage to your home

Many Brits are debating the 'correct' time of year to hang decorations however what some homeowners might not know is that the real concern lies in whether they are hanging decorations correctly to prevent structural damage to their homes.

Home experts at MyJobQuote have listed six common household issues that are reported following Christmas and have given advice on avoiding such...

Home Alone is the top Christmas film for 2024

Home Alone crowned the UK's favourite Christmas film AGAIN

A recent survey asked 2000 British residents about their Christmas traditions, the majority (37%) said they spend Christmas Eve watching movies and a quarter do the same on Boxing Day too, but which ones are the nation's favourites?

The same survey also asked UK residents to select their favourite Christmas films and the results may surprise some. In first place was reigning champion...

These are the games that are most fun to play and burn the most calories overall.

Playing board games for just under four hours on Christmas day will burn off your roast dinner!

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes an abundance of festive cheer, delicious food, and — for many of us — hours of fun playing our favourite games. However, it can also leave us needing to unbuckle our belts after multiple helpings of roast potatoes during Christmas dinner.

Fortunately, new research from Betway has revealed that playing board games could help burn off...

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