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At this time of year I’d usually be writing dozens of Christmas cards, with a Snowball to hand, heavy on the Advocaat. Many would be to people with whom I have no contact at any other time of year. It can be quietly meditative to write a note with an …

Many little ones will be hoping that Santa will deliver the gifts they’ve been dreaming of this Christmas. But, the jolly man in the red suit can’t fulfil their wishes if he doesn’t know what they are. That’s why every year, countless children pen their letters to Santa, listing their …

Many youngsters will be eagerly anticipating Santa’s delivery of their desired Christmas gifts this year as the big day is one month away. However, the jolly man in the red suit can’t fulfil these wishes if he’s unaware of what they are. This is why countless children pen their annual …

Every year, many kids write out their letter to Santa to give him requests for what they want him to bring down the chimney. To keep the magic alive for your kids though, it’s important not to miss the deadline The final date to submit your letter to Santa has …

Royal Mail has reintroduced an additional charge for some deliveries this Christmas. The surcharge affects business account holders, who will now face an extra 5p on letters and 10p on parcels. This price hike is effective from today and is scheduled to last until January 10, 2025, spanning the peak …

Marilyn Taylor said she had almost given up hope Marilyn Taylor wanted to make a sentimental gift for her children in memory of their dad Alastair(Image: Marilyn Taylor) A nan was left emotional after a Royal Mail postwoman turned up at her door. Marilyn Taylor wanted to make sentimental Christmas …

A fresh “indication” of Kate Middleton’s health following her cancer battle has been issued. Kate has returned to Royal Family duties, appearing at last week’s Remembrance Sunday event, and confirming a Christmas carols concert for Christmas Eve. Kate’s Christmas announcement gives a key indication of the Princess of Wales’s health, …

Royal Mail has announced the return of a beloved Christmas tradition offering “a helping hand to one of its most special customers” – Santa Claus himself. With just six weeks to go until the big day, children are invited to post their letters to Father Christmas as Royal Mail launches …

A cathedral in Armagh features on this year’s Christmas stamps from Royal Mail. An illustration of St Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral will appear on 2nd class large stamps during the forthcoming festive season. Drawn by Cornwall-based artist Judy Joel, the Armagh cathedral has been given a Christmas makeover with …

Church of Ireland place of worship among five UK cathedrals to feature in postal service’s 2024 festive campaign It’s part of the postal service’s 2024 Christmas campaign showcasing UK cathedrals. Dean of Armagh the Very Reverend Shane Forster said he was “delighted”. “The image of the light shining out through …