Christmas

Christmas celebrations are about to get underway in Swindon

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Full details of exciting Christmas events planned for town

Locals have been reacting to this year's Christmas tree, put up one day after Halloween

Locals have been reacting to this year's Christmas tree, put up one day after Halloween

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Swindon's Christmas tree put up less than 24 hours after Halloween ends

Old Town's Christmas lights switch-on 2023

Old Town's Christmas lights switch-on 2023

Christmas lights switch-on

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New additions to Swindon's Christmas lights switch-on as full details revealed

Christmas preparations at this hotel started in March

Christmas preparations at this hotel started in March

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Christmas adverts appear in Swindon hotel on hottest day of the year

Space Hopper was a classic Christmas present for the 70s

Space Hopper was a classic Christmas present for the 70s

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Five nostalgic Christmas gifts over the years that every kid had

With the cost of 1st and 2nd class stamps, sending Christmas cards has become an expense many people can't afford to make.

With the cost of 1st and 2nd class stamps, sending Christmas cards has become an expense many people can't afford to make.

I'm a Gen Z: This is the dying Christmas tradition I want to keep alive

The stocking fillers can be found at some of the UK's biggest retailers from Primark, Home Bargains and more with the items ranging from a YSL perfume dupe to 50p cosy winter gloves.

The stocking fillers can be found at some of the UK's biggest retailers from Primark, Home Bargains and more with the items ranging from a YSL perfume dupe to 50p cosy winter gloves.

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9 stocking fillers you can pick up from £1 at Primark, Home Bargains and more

You can personalise your Christmas dinner preferences from the meat and vegetables to the sides with your serving time.

You can personalise your Christmas dinner preferences from the meat and vegetables to the sides with your serving time.

New Christmas dinner calculator could save you 2 hours in the kitchen this year

Aubrey Brown's spectacular Christmas lights on Cranmore Avenue

Aubrey Brown's spectacular Christmas lights on Cranmore Avenue

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Spectacular lights display returns to spread Christmas cheer

Eilish Stout-Cairns, actor, 27 from Newcastle, said, “I’m on a budget this year and am in charge of Christmas dinner for the first time.

Eilish Stout-Cairns, actor, 27 from Newcastle, said, “I’m on a budget this year and am in charge of Christmas dinner for the first time.

Aldi shopper shares how to get your Christmas dinner for less than £5

GP, Dr Bhavini Shah (GMC: 7090158) from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor has urged Brits that their common cold symptoms could actually be allergies and what many call 'Christmas Tree syndrome'.

GP, Dr Bhavini Shah (GMC: 7090158) from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor has urged Brits that their common cold symptoms could actually be allergies and what many call 'Christmas Tree syndrome'.

GP issues health warning to Brits putting up their Christmas decorations

How to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents

How to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents

How to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Why is Boxing Day celebrated?

Why is Boxing Day celebrated?

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Everything you need to know about Boxing Day and why it's celebrated

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Meal ideas to make the most of your Christmas leftovers

Space Hopper was a classic Christmas present for the 70s

Space Hopper was a classic Christmas present for the 70s

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Nostalgic Christmas gifts over the years that every kid had

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

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Watch 8 of the best Christmas TV cliffhangers of all time - do you agree?

Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S and more.

Christmas opening times at Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, M&S and more.

Full list of Christmas opening hours at major UK supermarkets from M&S to Aldi

Kevin the Carrot toys have returned to Aldi. (Aldi/PA)

Kevin the Carrot toys have returned to Aldi. (Aldi/PA)

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Kevin the Carrot toys return to Aldi stores in time for Christmas - get yours TODAY

Morrisons has announced it is cutting the price of 52 of its festive products to try and keep prices low

Morrisons has announced it is cutting the price of 52 of its festive products to try and keep prices low

Morrisons announces Christmas price cut on over 50 'key' festive products

Handmade friendship: Tanya Medcroft (left) and Leanne Wheeler (right) set up Crafting Treasures in 2020.

Handmade friendship: Tanya Medcroft (left) and Leanne Wheeler (right) set up Crafting Treasures in 2020.

Chance to buy craft gifts at Christmas fayre - and it's all in aid of charity

The Swindon Choral Society in full swing during their 2018 Christmas show.

The Swindon Choral Society in full swing during their 2018 Christmas show.

Get into the Christmas spirit as Swindon's oldest choir holds spectacular show

Farmer Christmas makes a return to Morrisons' Christmas advert

Farmer Christmas makes a return to Morrisons' Christmas advert

Farmer Christmas returns as Morrisons launches 2022 Christmas ad

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun (Canva)

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun (Canva)

Top 7 destinations to escape for some winter sun

Asda’s latest Christmas colleague will make his TV debut on Friday, November 4 at 8.45 pm on ITV1 during the Coronation Street ad break. (Asda/ Warner Bros)

Asda’s latest Christmas colleague will make his TV debut on Friday, November 4 at 8.45 pm on ITV1 during the Coronation Street ad break. (Asda/ Warner Bros)

Watch Asda's Christmas advert for 2022 as Buddy The Elf gets a new job

Gravy lovers can get themselves an entirely free cup of the Carvery Mock-a to enjoy

Gravy lovers can get themselves an entirely free cup of the Carvery Mock-a to enjoy

Gravy lovers can get a FREE festive ‘drink’ at Farmhouse Inns this week

What to expect in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday November 3

What to expect in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday November 3

What to expect in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Thursday November 3

Almost half of parents are likely to spend less on kids presents this Christmas

Almost half of parents are likely to spend less on kids presents this Christmas

Almost half of parents are likely to spend less on kids presents this Christmas

ITV to 'axe' popular Christmas show after 12 years leaving fans devastated (Canva/PA)

ITV to 'axe' popular Christmas show after 12 years leaving fans devastated (Canva/PA)

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ITV to 'axe' popular Christmas show after 12 years on air

Christmas meat shortages could comes as a result of a potential strike from the Food Standards Agency (Canva)

Christmas meat shortages could comes as a result of a potential strike from the Food Standards Agency (Canva)

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Brits warned of potential meat shortages this Christmas

(Background) Aldi store. Credit: PA. (Circle) Turkey. Credit: Aldi

(Background) Aldi store. Credit: PA. (Circle) Turkey. Credit: Aldi

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Aldi is selling frozen Christmas staple to help families spread costs

Watch the first Christmas advert of the season as Very launches festive campaign (Credit: Very)

Watch the first Christmas advert of the season as Very launches festive campaign (Credit: Very)

Watch the first Christmas advert of the season as Very launches festive campaign

Christmas bank holiday moved from the traditional December 25 date

Christmas bank holiday moved from the traditional December 25 date

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Christmas Day bank holiday to be moved from December 25 date

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

Warning to anyone having Turkey for Christmas amid UK's worst bird flu outbreak

Quality Street makes major change to iconic chocolates ahead of Christmas

Quality Street makes major change to iconic chocolates ahead of Christmas

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Quality Street makes major change to iconic chocolates ahead of Christmas

TikTok mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things.

TikTok mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things.

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Mum reveals how you can save hundreds this Christmas by banning three things

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one (PA/Aldi)

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one (PA/Aldi)

Aldi’s Christmas hampers are back and we can’t wait to get our hands on one

Royal Mail reveals last delivery dates for Christmas deliveries (PA)

Royal Mail reveals last delivery dates for Christmas deliveries (PA)

Royal Mail reveals last recommended dates for Christmas deliveries

These are the changes to Universal Credit happening before the end of the year

These are the changes to Universal Credit happening before the end of the year

Major Universal Credit changes happening before Christmas

DWP Universal Credit and other benefit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost. (PA)

DWP Universal Credit and other benefit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost. (PA)

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Christmas bonus for those on Universal Credit

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

Bank Holidays 2022: How long do we have to wait for our next day off work? (PA)

This is how long you have to wait for your next Bank Holiday off work

Experts share 6 top tips to survive the long wait until January payday. (PA)

Experts share 6 top tips to survive the long wait until January payday. (PA)

6 top tips to survive the long wait until your January payday after Christmas

AO and Mobile Phones Direct launch Boxing Day sale - See the deals here (AO/Canva)

AO and Mobile Phones Direct launch Boxing Day sale - See the deals here (AO/Canva)

AO and Mobile Phones Direct launch Boxing Day sale - See the deals here

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials (Decathlon)

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials (Decathlon)

Decathlon launches sale with up to 50 per cent off fitness and camping essentials

Give your festive spirits a lift by indulging in some Christmas telly. Pictures: PA

Give your festive spirits a lift by indulging in some Christmas telly. Pictures: PA

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Christmas TV schedule highlights 2021 - what will you watch?

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

Undated BBC handout photo of (left to to right ) Hames Corden as Neil 'Smithy' Smith, Joanna Page as Stacey Shipman, Mathew Horne as Gavin Shipman and Ruth Jones as Nessa Jenkins who starred in the Gavin & Stacey's Christmas special.

Watch 8 of the best Christmas TV cliffhangers of all time - do you agree?

I Saw It First launches up to 90% off in seasonal sale today (I Saw It First)

I Saw It First launches up to 90% off in seasonal sale today (I Saw It First)

I Saw It First launches up to 90 per cent off in seasonal sale

The Ridgeway National Trail. Credit: TripAdvisor

The Ridgeway National Trail. Credit: TripAdvisor

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Top 5 Boxing Day walks in Wiltshire according to TripAdvisor reviews

A snowy scene in the countryside. Credit: Canva

A snowy scene in the countryside. Credit: Canva

Will there be a White Christmas in Swindon? What the Met Office forecasts for 2021

Plain brown recyclable wrapping paper, pictured above. Photo via Pixabay.

Plain brown recyclable wrapping paper, pictured above. Photo via Pixabay.

Christmas wrapping paper you can recycle from Paperchase, RSPB and WHSmith

Let’s Visit Santa 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle, Billy Connelly Book and Disney Christmas Crafts (The Works)

Let’s Visit Santa 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle, Billy Connelly Book and Disney Christmas Crafts (The Works)

10 Christmas gifts you can buy for under £25 from The Works

Laser hair removal, shavers and more: Last minute gifts from Philips (Philips)

Laser hair removal, shavers and more: Last minute gifts from Philips (Philips)

Laser hair removal, shavers and more: Last minute Christmas gifts from Philips

Harry Potter x Cath Kidston: Third instalment released (Cath Kidston)

Harry Potter x Cath Kidston: Third instalment released (Cath Kidston)

Cath Kidston releases final part of Harry Potter collection and it's magical

Here are all our favourite food, drink and personalised gifts for you to buy this Christmas (Canva)

Here are all our favourite food, drink and personalised gifts for you to buy this Christmas (Canva)

Food, drink and personalised gifts you can buy for Christmas