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These are the 20 towns and cities with the fastest declining high streets in the UK

It may be approaching the busiest shopping season of the year with Christmas just weeks away, but shoppers are becoming less reliant on the high street to find what they’re looking for.

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What gifts will you be buying this year?

These are the top 12 kids toys for Christmas – and where to buy them

With Christmas just over a month away, it’s a good time to get ahead on your shopping ready for the big day.

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Exploring new heights on France's record-breaking dune with a view...

Stretching in front of us was Europe’s tallest dune – a towering wall of sand with its summit high above.

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Care pilot programme to tackle parents' substance misuse launches in Bedfordshire

A new pilot programme aimed at supporting parents to address their substance misuse and concerns about parenting has launched in Bedfordshire.

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Water company urges customers to be aware of bogus callers

Anglian Water is urging customers in Luton and Bedfordshire to protect themselves from bogus callers this winter.

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Water company urges customers to be aware of bogus callers

Anglian Water is urging customers in Luton and Bedfordshire to make sure they are protected from bogus callers this winter.

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Luton pupils take part in art competition celebrating the NHS

Luton and Dunstable University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting children to get creative to mark the £99.5 million investment in a new Acute Services Block.

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Seaview is a delightful spot on the island

Review: Island luxury in the UK

Ruth Brindle takes a school holiday break with family to the beautiful Isle of Wight

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These 10 destinations are ranked as the most haunted in the UK

These are the most haunted places in the UK

October is the month of all things spooky and while many may choose to celebrate the 31st with copious helpings of sweets and horror films, others may be hoping for a real scare this Halloween.

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These are the 30 richest UK celebrities under 30 - and how much they’re worth

Heat magazine has compiled its annual rich list, named the Heat Rich List 2019, which features the wealthiest British celebrities aged 30 and under.

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Kids are taking a less traditional approach to dressing up for Halloween this year

These are the top 20 most popular Halloween costume ideas for kids this year

You might be used to seeing ghosts, witches and blood-stained zombie costumes at Halloween, but this year kids are taking a less traditional approach to dressing up.

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Central Bedfordshire Council carries out checks to ensure public safety during firework season

Central Bedfordshire Council’s public protection team will be visiting over 40 retailers to ensure that the public are not being sold dangerous fireworks.

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These are the best and worst hotel chains in the UK according to a Which? consumer survey.

These are the best and worst hotel chains in Britain according to customers

A survey by Which? has ranked the best and worst hotel chains in the UK, with the worst being labelled 'filthy' and 'dreadful'.

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These are the areas of the UK with the most UFO sightings

October is the month of all things spooky and paranormal, and with Halloween approaching, many might be keen to get a glimpse of the supernatural in a nod to the celebration.

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How many of these places have you visited?

These are the top 20 things to do in England - according to Lonely Planet

There are countless beautiful and intriguing places around the world to visit, but one of the best destinations is a lot closer than you realise.

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These are the top 10 baby girl names for 2020 – and what they mean

Picking out a baby name is an important decision and with so many to choose from, it can be difficult to settle on a favourite.

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These are the worst airports in the UK for security delays

These are the UK's worst airports for security delays

These are the worst airports in the UK for security delays, according to Which? Travel.

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Early evening drinks on the spacious decking.

Picture-perfect base from which to explore the gems of Norfolk

Flip flops in hand, toes on golden sand, I’m strolling down the shell-lined shoreline, relishing cool waves lapping my ankles as the early-evening sun starts to settle.

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Dogs Trust provides foster homes for dogs of owners fleeing domestic abuse. Photo by Richard Murgatroyd Photography

Dogs Trust launches domestic abuse service in Bedfordshire

Dogs Trust is launching a new project in Bedfordshire that offers support for dog owners who are escaping domestic abuse.

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Saga's new Spirit of Discovery at her berth in Stockholm

Cruising the Baltic aboard Saga's stunning new boutique-style Spirit of Discovery

Five years ago Saga Holidays announced plans to build a brand new ship which would set new standards in the world of luxury cruising. And in July, those plans reached fruition when Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was on hand in Dover – the company's home port – to name the boutique-style vessel Spirit of Discovery which Alan and Jo Wooding recently experienced on a 14-night 'Myths and Legends of the Baltic' cruise

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