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Christmas is that special time of year when you come together with the people you love to celebrate the festive season. There’s no better way of enjoying a winter evening in the run up to the festivities than getting cosy by your Christmas tree and enjoying a festive movie with the people you love most to get you into the spirit of Christmas.  

But which Christmas classics can be crowned as THE best...

The festive season isn’t complete without a trip to a Christmas market, whether that be in the UK or overseas they always add an extra sprinkle of magic to the festivities! Known for mulled wine, beautiful Christmas trees roasted chestnuts and unique Christmas decorations there’s something for the whole family to explore.

Many of us visit the same Christmas markets year after year so why not try something...

A Christmas without the joy of giving gifts would seem very unusual to us today. It's one of the most important traditions we have at this time of year, and families often plan what they'll buy each other months in advance.

The tradition itself is older than you might think. With roots in Ancient Rome, it was exported by the Pilgrims and was shaped by the Victorians. Today the practice of Christmas...

What would the most wonderful time of the year be without twinkling Christmas lights? Everyone has their own family traditions when it comes to putting up their decorations. But, have you ever stopped to wonder where Christmas lights come from and who actually invented them?

In this guide, we're going to answer this question and give you a short history of the brightest festive tradition of them all...

If you’re looking to switch up your Christmas colour theme this year, then a blue Christmas tree might be just what you’re looking for. With more and more people moving away from traditional Christmas decor, the blue tree has become a popular choice. 

Having a blue artificial Christmas tree may seem like a crazy idea, but it certainly isn't - there are so many ways to decorate it to fit your home...

Bringing a tree into your home over the festive period is a long-standing tradition, whether you choose a real or artificial Christmas tree.

However, what does the Christmas tree that graces our home during this joyous season truly represent? In this guide, we’ll look into what the Christmas tree represents and what purpose Christmas trees have. 

A brief history of Christmas trees

The history...

Christmas tree lights come in an array of styles, from fairy lights to multi-coloured bulbs. Whatever ornaments you choose to decorate with, a Christmas tree will not be complete until a string of twinkling Christmas tree lights accompanies them!

Of course, there will never be a shortage of lights, but investing in a quality set of Christmas tree lights helps guarantee that your tree looks magical...

It would be hard to imagine a Christmas without a stunning decorative artificial Christmas tree adorning your home. But just where did this beloved tradition come from?

In this article, we take a look at why Christmas trees have become one of the most important symbols of the festive season and who is responsible for introducing the humble Christmas tree to the British Isles.

Why do we have Christmas...

Keeping cats away from a Christmas tree is no easy task. Moggies are independent, territorial, and not to mention nosey!

The twinkling of those shiny Christmas tree lights coupled with the movement of tree branches, pine cones, bell ornaments and other decorations can prove an overload on their senses. Before you know it, your beloved, perfectly decorated Christmas tree has toppled in a matter of seconds...

A snowy Christmas tree is one of those trends that just won't go away! They’re a much-loved Christmas tree with families during the festive season and are a wonderful way to bring some winter warmth into your home.

In this guide, we’ll cover some of the best snowy Christmas tree decoration ideas so you can create your own winter wonderland.