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Chairman Kevin Millard at the previous ‘Taste the Different’ event.

Find out about the history of Christmas food - with tasters - in Little Bowden

The appeal supported 4,800 children last year. Image: Toys on the Table

Market Harborough provides drop-off point for Toys on the Table Christmas appeal

The book explores the historical villages of South Leicestershire.

Leicestershire archaeology expert and author unearths history of settlements

Saxophones at the ready!

Saxophone orchestra set to raise the roof at Desborough Christmas concert

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas in Market Harborough! Image: Josué AS

Christmas Fayre launches festive programme at Market Harborough Baptist Church

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Annual Christmas Tree Festival is back in Fleckney

Image: Chad Madden

Village near Harborough gets festive with Christmas market this weekend

Merry-making fun at last year's light switch on in Lutterworth. Image: Andrew Carpenter

Lutterworth to head back in time for Christmas light switch-on

Ceramic bowls from Lafi Crafts.

Popular Autumn Market returns to Harborough this weekend

Lutterworth First Responders received a donation towards their lifesaving equipment.

Lutterworth causes continue to reap benefits of fund-raising Santa’s Sleigh

Sir David Attenborough the most sought after guest speaker (photo: Getty Images)

UK’s ultimate Christmas dinner guest is named
Recognised as the voice of reason for many of us, this national treasure has now received recognition for something else seasonal.

Limited edition Elton John Marmite

Great last minute gift of Elton John Marmite

A traditional roast dinner contains things not always good for your pet pooch

Feeding your dog Christmas dinner leftovers can leave them feeling ill

Santa Claus and his helpers ready to receive letters from around the world

UK Capital of Christmas is crowned in survey!

Christmas season poses a number of dangers for our precious pets (photo: Adobe)

Keeping pets safe this Christmas with PDSA

Home Alone voted top Christmas movie by Brits (photo: Adobe)

Brits have chosen their favourite festive films

Enjoy an afternoon tea at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Enjoy a range of tasty treats and gifts at The Lane this Christmas

Women’s gifts for Christmas 2022: best present ideas for mum, wife, sister or friends, from jewellery to books

Christmas gift ideas for mums, including jewellery, sportswear, books

Carluccio's advent calendar

Introducing Carluccio’s and Mariage Frères 2022 advent calendars

"From my house to your house, Merry Christmas everyone."

Karen Wright: tips for a stress-free Christmas dinner

Carluccio's Grandioso Pack

Carluccio’s Christmas collection for every budget and taste

Disneyland Resort Disney100 Celebration Cushion (photo: shopDisney)

Walt Disney limited edition collection

Mickey Mouse Disney100 Celebration jogger bottoms (photo: shopDisney)

Celebrate 100 years of the Walt Disney Company with new products on shopDisney

Argos reveals top 15 toys for Christmas 2022, from Paw to Squishmallow

Argos reveals top 15 toys for Christmas 2022, from Paw to Squishmallow

Best Christmas gifts for Dads

Men’s gifts for Christmas: great presents for Dads and father figures

Kevin the Carrot

Aldi’s Kevin the Carrot joins cameo!

Credit cards are funding Christmas this year (photo: Unsplash)

One in four Brits are relying on credit cards to fund Christmas this year

Try a cheese advent calendar

Slices of great advice to make most of classically Christmas cheese boards
With more than 750 varieties of cheese made across the UK – almost 50 per cent more than France – why stick with your usual choices to add finishing flourishes to this year’s festive feasts?

Find your inner racer at the Butlin's race track

Enjoy the Christmas season with Butlin’s festive day visits

The traditional image of Father Christmas gets treated to a sweet colourful makeover

Karen Wright: Mince pies and all things nice

Experts at Gardening Express have identified the key elements to keep an eye out for when shopping for festive fir (photo: Pexels)

Choosing the perfect Christmas tree for that festive feel

Many Brits are expected to take a festive break in the sun this Christmas (photo: Adobe)

How to stay festive on a Christmas holiday in the sun

Best artificial Christmas trees for 2021:

Best artificial Christmas trees 2022, from budget to luxury options

The Elf on The Shelf blue eyed boy

Meet Santa’s little helpers this Christmas with The Elf on the Shelf

Join Festive Fashion Day on December 15 to raise money to help people affected by lymphoma (photo: Adobe)

How you can support Lymphoma Action this Christmas

People born near Christmas get fewer presents over their lifetime suggests research (photo: Unspalsh)

Fewer presents over a lifetime for those born under end of year star signs

New Brownie Decorating Kit by The Hummingbird Bakery

Indulge in baking the Hummingbird way to create tasty treats

Disney Home 3D cushion from Dunhelm

Disney Home reveals why now is the time to update your interior spaces

Duckensian Christmas ducklings

Quacking gifts for all this Christmas from DCUK

Try gifting a Secret Santa present this Christmas

Families switch to Secret Santa gifting this Christmas

Hallaton Christmas Fair will take place on Saturday December 3 from 10am-4pm at Hallaton Church.

Hallaton Christmas Fair returns this year with a range of gifts on offer

The Harborough Band, in association with the Friends of St. Dionysius, will be holding an concert full of festive fun and fantastic music to get you in the mood for Christmas!

Harborough Band will get you in the festive spirit with its Christmas concert

Diners can save money on eating out with some simple hacks (photo:Adobe)

How to save money when eating out this festive season

Gingerbread biscuits make lovely Christmas tree decorations or gifts

Gingerbread biscuits and lights: it must be almost Christmas

St Nicholas Church in Market Harborough is holding its Christmas 'three Cs' event this weekend.

Harborough church is holding its Christmas 'three Cs' event this weekend
St Nicholas Church in Market Harborough is holding its Christmas 'three Cs' event this weekend.

Foxton’s Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday November 26 in the Robert Monk Hall, Middle Street, LE16 7RH between 11am and 3pm.

A touch of Christmas magic will be coming to Foxton this weekend

Great Glen Crematorium is inviting local community to take part in its annual Christmas Carol and Memorial Service.

Christmas Carol and Memorial Service at Great Glen Crematorium

Unboxing of NIO Cocktails with eco-friendly packaging

Sustainability key for eco-friendly Christmas gifts from NIO Cocktails

Do you fancy Marmite Truffle flavour for Christmas?

Christmas gift ideas – something a little different for the festive season

The Fleckney Christmas Tree Festival will return this year at St Nicholas Church.

Fleckney Christmas Tree Festival returns this year

10 of the most wanted gifts parents must know about for Christmas 2022

10 of the most wanted gifts parents must know about for Christmas 2022

LNER festive tickets on sale (photo: Simon Williams)

Have a happy Christmas – Buy LNER festive tickets now!

Lots of goodies in the M&S Beauty Advent Calendar

M&S reveal 2022 Beauty Advent Calendar

Mr and Mrs Claus at Lotherton (photo: Lotherton: The Christmas Experience)

Mr & Mrs Claus will return to Yorkshire for festive fun at Lotherton

Desborough's popular Christmas Gala Night is expected to attract up to 2,000 revellers to the town centre on Friday November 25.

Desborough’s Christmas lights switch-on