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Sleighs, sleds, snowmobiles and Santa - a trip to Lapland is pure magic

Lapland is the home of Santa Claus, and the home of winter adventure - with reindeer, huskies, snowmobiling and mountain sports just part of the action on offer. We spent three nights in the north of Finland with TUI and learnt a few things about the Nordic spirit of Christmas

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Most common Christmas day disasters listed as electricians in demand

Plumbers, locksmiths and even TV repairers all got call-outs last Christmas Day

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Apples and grapes among weirdest Christmas and New Year traditions in UK

There are also superstitions around washing clothes, lending money and cleaning the floor

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Millions of people still believe in superstitions around luck

10% of us still avoid stepping on cracks in the pavement

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Four growing trends to shape dating in 2025, report says

From the role of AI to the importance of authenticity

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Eurocamp launches 20 per cent off sale with breaks from £250 for a week

The sale starts on December 20 and holidays can be secured with a 15% deposit

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Pet experts warn turkey trimmings can give your dog pancreatitis

There is a list of festive food and drink you need to keep away from dogs

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Warner Hotels offering last minute breaks from £199

The three and four-night stays include a variety of entertainment

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Taylor Swift's relationship named most iconic cultural moment of the year

Oasis and Kendrick also made the list

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Families flocking to free Christmas attractions this year

A third of us say this free trip out is now an annual tradition

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Josie Gibson tours her hometown in support of local buses

44% believe the bus is a vital service in their community

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Campaign creates new festive songs as people 'annoyed' by classics

Jack Daniel's is collaborating with emerging artists Lemzi and CHAR

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UK and Ireland's best holiday cottages of 2024 named

The winners range from a luxury manor to a converted barn with its own go karts

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Four staycation spots where you'll most likely to enjoy a white Christmas

Based on predictions from the Met Office

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Outdoor activities create best family memories, study says

The reliance on TV, phone and tablets is a problem that many parents face

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Pubs you can stay in as 'original BnBs' make a comeback

Three pubs in England and Wales will receive a £10,000 makeover and support from Airbnb

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Controversial 'shopping channel' highlighted real problem, director says

The channel was actually a way to launch a new independent film

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Treats for dogs who will be in foster homes this Christmas

This Christmas, over 1,600 dogs currently in Dogs Trust’s care are still in need of a forever home

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Quarter of us planning to be more adventurous in 2025

There is a chance to win the adventure of a lifetime

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Christmas light recycling service as 1.3million miles binned

UK adults will collectively spend £23billion on festive lights over their lifetime

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Charlie Simpson joins the cast of Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds

Charlie will be playing the role of The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist

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Haven expands the number of parks open over Christmas

A trial last year proved a success meaning holidaymakers can stay at a number of parks on the big day

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Carols can play a free game at Monopoly attraction this Christmas

Monopoly Lifesized, the immersive, physical version of the board game, is calling on all Carols offering those with the name a free game play this December. David Hutchinson at Monopoly Lifesized said: "Board games are an important family festive tradition and with Carol topping the list of festive names we wanted to celebrate with a different kind of Christmas Carol, inviting those with the name in for a free game play to spread those family bonding moments. We can’t wait to welcome the Carols to enjoy festive fun in our remarkable life-sized version of the nation’s beloved game.”

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Motorway service stations launch toy recovery service

Once a toy is found, Roadchef will arrange for its safe return

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Reading Festival 2024 line up headliners announced including Fred Again, Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Liam Gallagher

Reading Festival has landed several big name performances for next year's event

Christmas lantern parade returns to Reading town centre this December

Workshops will run in the leadup to the event to allow more people to make their lanterns

Take some time to wind down with a relaxing festive stay at Macdonald Hotels and Resorts

Christmas can be a stressful time, so treat yourself to a moment of calm and a well-earned break

First ever Legoland holiday village plans go on display for public feedback

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You can have your say on the plans to create the first Lego-themed holiday village.

Reading Reading cyclist video driver cautioned by police The 51-year-old from Henley-on-Thames was spoken to by police following the confrontation in Reading

Home Alone airport scene mirrors real-life airport rush, study shows

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One in four people have confessed to running late for their flight - with the frantic dash to the airport made famous in Home Alone a reality for many

Inside Bucklebury Manor - the Middleton's £4.7m home where they hosted Pippa's wedding and kitchen discos

The Princess of Wales' parents bought the Georgian manor in 2012 after their daughter married into the royal family

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