Lifestyle

Problem of discarded inhalers (photo: Adobe)

Going Green: Inhaler disposal causes environmental blight

The team at The Parks Trust have been asked to identify a tree that they’re most fond of

Join the Parks Trust to hHelp celebrate National Tree Week in Milton Keynes

Jane Hammonds, who will be running the |MK Winter Hal Marathon dressed as a Christmas tree, is pictured alongside her Memory Xmas Tree at Midsummer Place

Christmas fundraiser branches out in Milton Keynes to raise money for charity

Victoria Collins, Director of Adult Services (centre) with Tejal (left) and Adele (right), experienced social workers at Milton Keynes City Council

‘Golden Hello’ payment up to £6k offered for newly recruited social workers

The property is finished to a high specification with private garden and heated swimming pool.

Stunning five-bedroom home in Milton Keynes with heated swimming pool

MK Quakers held a silent vigil to protest over climate change

Quakers hold silent vigil in Milton Keynes in protest over climate change

Homes and Gardens

DWSM - The kitchen inside a typical home at Lavendon Fields

Homebuilder's community in Milton Keynes reaches completion

This original, stone, brick and slate late Victorian cottage has been tastefully upgraded and maintained added to create a versatile, modern family home.

Gallery: Stunning 5-bedroom late Victorian cottage in Milton Keynes village

Food and Drink

Kilning Me Softly Pottery

Two shops in MK short-listed for UK’s best shop pun name competition

Food hygiene ratings

New food hygiene ratings given to two Milton Keynes cafes

Loraso Ice Cream visited schools in the Milton Keynes area to raise funds for Children In Need

Ice-cream giveaway raises nearly £1,000 for Children In Need

Cllr Zoe Nolan, Cabinet Member for Children and Families at Climb Quest in Kingston – one of several SEND friendly venues for the winter activity programme

FREE activities and meals offered to MK families over Christmas school holiday

Stallholder Emma Jolly will selling a range of crocheted bags

Pub’s Christmas fayre will raise festive funds for Milton Keynes based charity

Maaya in Milton Keynes

Indian restaurant in Milton Keynes announces 'Help the Homeless' project

Staycation

Landal Kenwick Woods is set in abundant greenery as far as the eye can see.

Kenwick Woods: A hot tub break with countryside and coastline on the doorstep

This enchanting country house hotel offers a warm welcome and traditional hospitality.

Reconnect on a romantic spa break or friends’ reunion in the Cotswolds

Bike & Boot: Explore the countryside with stay in Peak District hotel

The AmaViola

The big differences between river and ocean cruising

Cars & Motoring

59% of drives aged 18-24 are more likely to replace their existing car with an EV than 12 months ago

Drivers get to grips with EV safety during Road Safety Week.

Amazon Prime and YouTube are now available on Volvo's handy in-car entertainment hub

Entertainment on the go – local car retailer offers two new free apps in its lat...

Three eateries in Milton Keynes receive new food hygiene ratings

New food hygiene ratings handed to three Milton Keynes establishments

Pets

Keeping your pets safe at Christmas

Vet advice on how to keep your pets happy and safe this Christmas

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Cocker spaniels have been named the most expensive pet to own in 2023

How much it costs to be a pet parent in 2023

The Bellflower in Preston, Lancashire, won the accolade of the official best pub for dogs in the UK

Stick library and A La Barke Menu: Inside the UK’s best pub for dogs

Retro

Decorative antiques expert Drew Pritchard and Salvage Hunters, Discovery Network’s most viewed TV programme, are coming Milton Keynes in the New Year

Hit TV show Salvage Hunters is coming to Milton Keynes – and you could take part

Don't miss the Stony Stratford Christmas Lights Switch-on at 5pm on Saturday (Dec 2)

Countdown begins to Christmas Lights Switch-on in Milton Keynes town

The open-air Carols at the Cathedral event will take place on December 10

Countdown to Carols at the Cathedral – a highlight in MK's festive calendar

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Take That confirmed a new album and tour for 2024, which will include a date at Stadium MK

Take That confirm tour date in Milton Keynes next year with Olly Murs

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

More Lifestyle

Amazon goes gold for children with cancer

Amazon Milton Keynes goes gold for children with cancer

Help support Metro Bank's Christmas appeal

Bank’s Baby Basics appeal as part of its Christmas Community Campaign

This painting from he Royal Collection Trust features in the Beyond the Page exhibition

Exhibition featuring historic works from major collections hosted by MK Gallery

Radhika Srinivasan is taking part in Netflix’s new reality TV show, Squid Game the Challenge. Photo: Radhika Srinivasan

Woman from Milton Keynes stars in Netflix’s new Squid Game reality TV show

Cllr David Hopkins pictured outside the Woburn and Wavendon FC clubhouse

Extra playing fields to be provided across MK as legacy to city’s football stars

centre:mk has launched its Santa’s Grotto featuring the well-loved Christmas classic, The Snowman

Santa’s Grotto featuring ‘The Snowman’ returns to Milton Keynes shopping centre

Lie back and enjoy watching the latest films from a VIP Bed at the Odeon Milton Keynes

ODEON Milton Keynes launches its biggest seat in the house with VIP Beds

Milton Keynes City Council is showing cross-party support for the White Ribbon campaign; pictured from left are Cllr David Hopkins, Council Leader, Cllr Pete Marland, Cllr Emily Darlington Cllr Shanika Mahendran, and Cllr Robin Bradburn

Support for White Ribbon campaign to help women and girls feel safe in MK

McCarthy Stone's Penny House development in Olney

Locals line up to meet gardener, Charlie Dimmock at grand opening of Olney retir...

The Lanford at Taylor Wimpey's Vision at Whitehouse development, Milton Keynes

Taylor Wimpey South Midlands invites homebuyers to Open House event in Milton Ke...

Join festive celebrations with a respite care stay or day visit. Picture – supplied

Ad Feature Give the gift of respite care at Christmas: At this welcoming care home

Cllr David Hopkins believes house-building dust could be harming people's health in Milton Keynes

Motion calling for probe into health risks of house-building dust is blocked

Get involved and have a say on shaping New City Plan for MK

Have a say on your neighbourhood to help shape the future of Milton Keynes

Taylor Wimpey Presenting Cheque

Taylor Wimpey Generously £8000 to Local Charity Action4Youth

BCQ Solutions's entry

Christmas tree festival launched at Milton Keynes shopping centre

Laurel’s On The Roof has a great atmosphere (photo: Niall Clutton)

Travel: Embracing the best of London’s gritty East End

A look at how the centre was transformed last year

Milton Keynes shopping centre announces return of its Santa's Grotto

Dog day afternoon, the event provided a super fun dog experience with unlimited 'puppuccinos' and treats

Pictures: Festive fun at Pup Up Christmas Café hosted in Milton Keynes