I always thought being a postman would be quite relaxing. Walking around listening to music, talking with the local community and enjoying being out in the elements. On day one I found out I couldn’t be more wrong. From the moment I stepped in the door I was swept off …
Read More »Royal Christmas at Sandringham: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis’ unique traditions unveiled
This Christmas, youngsters Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are set for a delightful celebration in Norfolk with their family. Like many children throughout the UK, the Royal siblings share the usual Christmas excitement, but they also follow some unique Royal traditions due to their heritage. While striving to …
Read More »Coventry mum issues urgent warning after being targeted by ‘scary’ Christmas scam on WhatsApp
A Coventry mum who almost fell for a new WhatsApp scam is urging people to be careful this Christmas. Kasi Reid received a call on the messaging app from someone claiming to be part of the parents’ group at the school her son attends and said she was just moments …
Read More »Are any shops open on Christmas Day? | News UK
Which shops are open on the day? (Picture: Akira Suemori/Shutterstock) A small number of shops will be open on Christmas Day this year for incredibly last minute shoppers. But don’t get your hopes up for big purchases, as almost all stores will be closed on December 25. Major supermarkets will …
Read More »Post Office opening times for Christmas and New Year 2024 revealed | News UK
Make sure to check the opening times before you dash out to the Post Office over Christmas (Picture: Shutterstock) If you need to send off any last minute Christmas cards or presents time is running out to get to the Post Office. You might need to go out to the …
Read More »Queen bought 1,500 members of staff same £6 Christmas present each year
The Queen used to buy 1,500 members of staff a £6 Christmas present with a personal note each and every year. The late Queen Elizabeth II, who died back in September 2022, has been praised for her generosity after the annual tradition. The Queen would buy £6 Christmas puddings from …
Read More »Royal Mail issues urgent warning to UK households who use first class stamps
Royal Mail has issued a warning to people sending first class post today. Royal Mail has shared its last Christmas posting dates for 2024, and UK households need to act quickly if they want to beat the cut-off point from the postal service. Royal Mail said: “Latest posting dates are …
Read More »Last post dates for Christmas 2024 with one on December 23
The Post Office has issued a reminder of the last days to send your cards and parcels as 90% of us have no idea when the key dates are. New research reveals nearly 9 in 10 Brits are unaware of last posting dates and over a third leave gift buying …
Read More »Royal Mail warns UK households to take urgent action before Wednesday night
The Royal Mail has warned UK households they have just HOURS left to act ahead of a key Christmas cut-off date. The Royal Mail has issued a festive warning over last-minute Christmas post deadlines as we head deeper into December and towards Christmas week. Royal Mail has revealed its latest …
Read More »Full list of Royal Mail, Evri and DPD Christmas postage deadlines – you need to act fast
If you’re keen to send Christmas presents to loved ones this year, you’d better hurry. The UK’s Post Office has compiled a full list of delivery deadlines for 2024 – and the earliest one is tomorrow. Big names like Royal Mail, Evri, DPD and Parcel Force are among the firms …
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