Perfect times to do your Christmas Supermarket Shopping
Recent data revealed grocery sales hit £12.8bn over Christmas making it the busiest Christmas on record for British supermarkets. However, experts predict 2024 will be even crazier! With nearly 30% of Brits admitting Christmas food shopping is their holiday nightmare, online supermarket Britsuperstore specialising in food for expats has analysed the UK’s top 10 supermarket
Award-Winning Films Encourage New Foster Carers – Inspired by Lincoln Alumnus
Dave Smith, a University of Lincoln, UK, alumnus is the filmmaker behind the critically acclaimed national campaign that’s aiming to encourage more people to become foster carers. For almost a decade now, Dave, who graduated from Lincoln with a First in Media Production in 2002, has worked alongside production company Reel Twenty Five, CAN Digital,
Must-Have Breastfeeding Essentials: Lansinoh Nipple Cream and TheraPearl 3-in-1 Breast Therapy Pads
Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey, but it can come with its challenges. Two products that have been invaluable in my own experience are Lansinoh’s Nipple Cream and TheraPearl 3-in-1 Breast Therapy Pads. These essentials not only provide relief but also make the breastfeeding journey more comfortable and enjoyable. Lansinoh Nipple Cream: Soothing Relief for Sore
Top Toy Predictions for Christmas 2024: A Must-See Gift Guide for Parents
Bracknell-based nursery retailer Natural Baby Shower, renowned for its eco-friendly, stylish, and premium products, has released its much-anticipated Top Toy Predictions for Christmas 2024—a curated guide for children of all ages. This year’s roundup features everything from sustainable wooden toys to screen-free audio players, with standout picks from beloved brands like Little Dutch, Tonies, and Olli
Take the Stress out of Christmas Food Shopping
Recent data revealed three in 10 Britons (29%) find shopping for Christmas food stressful and with Christmas 2024 being no exception with households planning to reduce their Christmas spend by a third this year because of worries over finances. So with this in mind, Richard Price director of online supermarket Britsuperstore, has given his advice
How Spoiled is your Dog this Christmas ?
As Christmas approaches, the excitement of spoiling our furry friends grows. Have you ever wondered just how spoiled your dog really is? Not On The High Street has compiled a list of the most ‘spoilt’ dog names and breeds, revealing who’s in for a festive treat this year! In a festive twist for 2024, they
Dreaming of a white Christmas?
As we head into the festive period, many people will be dreaming of a white Christmas. However, with many places across the UK not always guaranteed a sprinkle of snow, Omio, global travel booking platform, has analysed weather data, from AccuWeather, to predict the places in Europe that Brits can visit in hopes of catching
Brighton Marina to Welcome Grotto and Toy Appeal This Festive Season
Brighton Marina has announced that it will be hosting a Toy Appeal and the Brighton RNLI’s Christmas Grotto this festive season. Families are invited to meet Mr. Claus himself at Brighton Marina this Christmas, as he visits the Brighton Lifeboat Station. Open on Saturday 7th December between 10am-4pm, adults and children on the ‘nice’ list
Adorable Baby Gifts with Cosy Practical Picks
Christmas is a magical time, especially for the tiniest members of the family! If you’re on the hunt for a thoughtful gift that will bring joy and comfort to a baby while making parents’ lives a little easier, look no further. From adorable plush toys to practical feeding accessories, this guide is packed with festive
Eco-Inspired Kids Gifts: Fun Ideas to Spark Creativity and Sustainability
This Christmas, give the gift of creativity, learning, and sustainability with our curated Kids Gift Guide. These fun and educational presents are designed to inspire young minds to think outside the box while promoting eco-friendly values like reusing, reducing waste, and protecting the planet. Games like Mission Ocean and Polar Adventure go beyond fun, teaching
Road Safety Week.
“Every road victim deserves the very highest standard of support,” says charity Brake at the start of Road Safety Week. 1,695 people died on UK roads in 2023 and 28,967 were seriously injured – road deaths and serious injuries show no significant signs of reduction. 3,717 people killed or seriously injured on roads in London
How to create the PERFECT Environment for your Newborn to Sleep, so you can get some well-earned rest!
When it comes to newborn sleep, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the advice and products out there. Should you invest in blackout blinds? Does your baby really need a white noise machine? And what about room temperature — how cold is too cold? Renowned sleep specialist Gemma Coe, author of Newborn Sleep Foundations,
ALTON TOWERS RESORT ANNOUNCES BLACK FRIDAY OFFER FOR FAMILIES
The Resort’s hugely popular deal returns for Black Friday, meaning kids can stay and swim free in 2025, with prices starting from just £35pp* Alton Towers Resort has unveiled its special Black Friday offer for families, where kids can stay and swim free at Britain’s greatest escape. Those looking to kickstart the new year with
Weaning with Joy
The Swedish family company, BabyBjörn has launched two new products. Clever solutions in appealing design will make babies’ first tastes more enjoyable for the whole family. The vision to simplify life for families with small children has always been the guiding star for BabyBjörn. As mealtimes can be a struggle for parents, kitchen products have
Mother’s Passion for Accessible Travel Inspires Affordable Holidays for All
Driven by her own experiences traveling with a disabled son, Paula Hansen is transforming accessible holiday planning with World Accessible Holidays—a unique service designed to offer stress-free, budget-friendly trips for disabled travellers. Despite her own struggles with fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition, Paula has built a flourishing business from the ground up. Occasionally managing operations
O2 Centre Unveils Unique Christmas Tree to Spread Warmth This Winter
This winter, O2 Centre has partnered with charities HandsOn London and The Salvation Army Trading Company (SATCoL) to warm hearts and bodies this Christmas as temperatures start to drop. The O2 Centre in North West London has installed a unique Coat Christmas Tree, inviting guests to bring unwanted coats, jackets and outerwear they no longer
Best Unicorn and Dinosaur Stocking Fillers for Kids
Build Your Own Unicorn – £9.99 Perfect for the junior builder, little ones will love creating their very own mythical creature. The cute moving head action, stardust markings, and multi-coloured rainbow mane will delight unicorn fans of all ages. Your majestic unicorn comes complete with grooming accessories, colourful gems, a miniature toadstool friend and more
Do You Believe? THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride arrives at Spa Valley Railway!
The Magical POLAR EXPRESS™ will be leaving Tunbridge Wells West Station this weekend and on selected dates until 23 December 2024. With Christmas quickly approaching, PNP Events, Spa Valley Railway, Rail Events Inc., and Warner Bros. are celebrating the return of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride in Tunbridge Wells! This immersive family-oriented experience returns for
The Most Puzzle-ful Time of Year!
All Jigsaw Puzzles reveal their festive must-haves this Christmas Puzzle specialists All Jigsaw Puzzles, the UKs No.1 puzzle store, passionate about sharing the possibilities of puzzling with everyone, is excited to reveal its festive must-haves just in time for gifting season. From personalised pieces and colour-your-own jigsaws, to picture-perfect puzzles for players young and old,
Christmas Donations Hub asking for your help
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is asking for people to help make Christmas happen for people who are struggling to celebrate this year by donating to a charity hub. The MBC hub will be opened by The Mayor of Maidstone, Cllr John Perry, tomorrow, Thursday 14 November at 11am, and is supporting local charities who will
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