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10 UK Polar Express Train Rides For 2023: A Complete Guide

Don your Christmas PJs and find your nearest UK Polar Express Train Ride location for a fabulous family Christmas day out.

The Best Christmas Markets In Europe To Visit In 2023

Need some soul-warming this winter? Here’s 25 of the best Christmas Markets in Europe that should be on your wish list for 2023!

Over 100 UK Christmas Train Rides In 2023

With over 100 Santa Special Steam Trains included from across the UK, use our complete guide & interactive map to find the best Father Christmas Train Rides near you for 2023.

13 Christmas Lights Train Rides UK for 2023

Christmas Lights train rides are the latest hot ticket for the festive season! Learn more and use our map to find your nearest light fantastic experience.

Free Printable Christmas in July Trivia Quiz

So you know a lot about Christmas … what about Christmas in July?! Test your knowledge in this fun FREE Christmas in July trivia quiz!

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Get Holiday Ready With A Christmas Planner

Keep all your thoughts and ideas in one place and get organised for the holidays with a Christmas planner.

Over 100 UK Christmas Train Rides In 2023

With over 100 Santa Special Steam Trains included from across the UK, use our complete guide & interactive map to find the best Father Christmas Train Rides near you for 2023.

Christmas In July: What Is It & How To Celebrate

Christmas comes but once a year. Or does it?! Discover what Christmas in July is all about and why you should celebrate too!

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry

This vegan slow cooker sweet potato & chickpea curry is the perfect warming meal on a cold December night & requires minimal effort –perfect!

Christmas Sausage Rolls

Pigs in blankets meet the all-time picnic classic in these Christmas sausage rolls, perfect to accompany any festive tipple!

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Ideas aplenty for fun at home, out & about, as well as advent ideas and elf-spiration!

Discover latest trends and create your very own Winter Wonderland.

Cook up a storm this Christmas with our original recipe ideas.

Select, create and wrap irresistible gifts for all your friends and family.

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Ideas aplenty for fun at home, out & about, as well as advent ideas and elf-spiration! More…

Pom Pom Candy Cane Wreath on Front Door

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Peanut Butter Sandwich Biscuits with Nutella

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25 Fun Food Elf Breakfast Ideas

25 Fun Food Elf Breakfast Ideas

25 Elf Breakfast Ideas: a round-up of our favourite festive foods to serve at your North Pole Elf Breakfast.

Is Windsor Illuminated Worth Visiting?

Is Windsor Illuminated Worth Visiting?

Windsor Great Park is awash with festive colour once again as Windsor Illuminated Christmas lights trail returns to the park for 2022!

Free Elf On The Shelf Printables For A North Pole Breakfast

Free Elf On The Shelf Printables For A North Pole Breakfast

Grab these FREE Elf on the Shelf printables; easy to use and the perfect addition to your North Pole Breakfast celebrations!

Steam Illuminations: Christmas At The Watercress Line

Steam Illuminations: Christmas At The Watercress Line

A Christmas light show aboard a vintage steam train – now there’s a combo! We visited the Watercress Line’s Steam Illuminations to find out more.

Christmas Advert Round-Up 2022

Christmas Advert Round-Up 2022

From John Lewis to Kevin the Carrot, catch up on all your favourites with our annual Christmas advert round-up!

Elf On The Shelf Gifts: Ideas For A Gift From Elfie

Elf On The Shelf Gifts: Ideas For A Gift From Elfie

Looking for Elf on the Shelf gifts for your little ones? We share 12 fun ideas for a special hello gift your elf can deliver as they arrive.

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