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Wallowing in British Christmases past and present, plus all sorts of festive stuff! Formerly known as Christmas UK.

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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1992: Scattegories ad from Woolworths (more at @OldUKPrintAdsXmas.bsky.social)

(+Giggle Wiggle; Don't Step On The Croc Doc; Noteability; Stretch Out Sam; and Give The Dog A Bone)

«For the lowest prices on games, do not pass Woolworths.»
A black and white advert promoting board games, and toys. Includes games such as: Scattegories, Giggle Wiggle, Don't Step On The Croc Doc, Noteability, Stretch Out Sam, and Give The Dog A Bone. For the lowest prices on games, do not pass Woolworths. WOOLWORTHS ΤΟΥ PRICE PROMISE. If you buy any toy from Woolworths and then find the same offer on sale elsewhere in your local area at a lower price, we will willingly refund the difference. See in store for full details. FOR CHRISTMAS VALUE, IT'S RIGHT UP YOUR STREET. Some items are only available at larger stores. All items subject to availability.
November 28, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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#Christmas pic: Southbank, London, 2022
November 28, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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#Christmas 1996: Individual Items and Food & Drink from Sainsbury's (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+Claret 75cl; Chilean White Wine 75cl; Bucks Fizz 75cl; Luxury Christmas Pudding 227g; Speciality Delicacies Brandy Butter 100g, and more)
This page advertises Sainsbury's Christmas hampers. Four different hampers are shown, with their contents listed and prices displayed. Ordering information and delivery details are also provided. (+All Butter Fruit Cake with Cherries Topped with Marzipan and Soft Icing 454g All Butter Fruit Cake with Cherries and Soft Icing 454g Belgian Chocolates 275g Bendicks of Mayfair Chocolate Mint Crisps 200g Bendicks of Mayfair Chocolate Peppermint Creams 125g Bucks Fizz 75cl Chilean White Wine 75cl Chocolate Wafer Selection 250g Claret 75cl Classic Collection Darvilles of Windsor Royalty Blend Assam Tea 20 tea bags Dormen's Original Mixed Nuts 110g Duval-Leroy Blanc de Blancs Champagne 75cl Elizabeth Shaw Dark Mint Crisp Chocolates 125g Elizabeth Shaw Mint Crisp Chocolates 200g Elsenham Handmade Spicy Tomato English Chutney 300g Gold Selection Hand Decorated All Butter Dundee Cake 907g Lazzaroni Amaretti Di Saronno 65g Luxury Christmas Pudding 227g Mandarin Milk Chocolate Sticks 125g Paterson's Petticoat Tails Traditional Scottish All Butter Shortbread 250g Porter's Fine French Dijon Mustard 100g Speciality Delicacies Brandy Butter 100g Speciality Delicacies Orange Marmalade with Whisky 113g Speciality Delicacies Spicy Peach Chutney 113g Speciality Delicacies Strawberry Preserve with Elderflower Wine 113g Spice of Life Spiced Punch Bags 25g sack Taylors of Harrogate Fine Assam Tea 125g The Luxury Hamper Treasure Chest and Walkers Pure Butter Shortbread Fingers 150g)
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1989: Postal Services ad from Royal Mail (more at @OldUKPrintAdsXmas.bsky.social)

(+First Class Letters; Second Class Letters; and Non-Contract Parcels)

«DON'T FORGET TO POST EARLY.»
An advertisement reminding people to post their Christmas cards and parcels early, with recommended last posting dates for both first and second class mail, including non-contract parcels. DON'T FORGET TO POST EARLY. RECOMMENDED LAST POSTING DATES FOR CHRISTMAS ARE 19TH DECEMBER FOR FIRST CLASS LETTERS, AND 16TH DECEMBER FOR SECOND CLASS LETTERS AND NON-CONTRACT PARCELS.
November 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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#Christmas 1971 Radio Times: Featuring Carrington VC; Miracle on 34th Street; A Ghost Story for Christmas; The Onedin Line; Tales of Hoffmann; Star of Bethlehem; Midnight Mass of the Nativity; Review; Main News and News on 2
This page is a listing of television and radio programmes for Christmas Eve, 1971, on BBC1 and BBC2. It features shows like Carrington VC, Miracle on 34th Street, A Ghost Story for Christmas, and Tales of Hoffmann. The page also includes advertisements for Alitalia holidays and Union-Castle Reina del Mar cruises. Featuring: A Ghost Story for Christmas Carrington VC Main News Midnight Mass of the Nativity Miracle on 34th Street News on 2 Review Star of Bethlehem Tales of Hoffmann The Onedin Line
November 28, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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#Christmas 1982: Games & Toys and Girls' Toys from Hyde's (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+Daredevil Loop Set; Mousetrap; Beware The Spider; Buckaroo; I Want To Bite Your Finger; Tri-ominos; Ker-Plunk; Powered Superheroes; Grabbin' Dragons; Lilliput Vacuum Cleaner, and more)
This page showcases toys and games from Toymaster, categorized for girls and general play. The selection includes dolls' houses, stationery, role-play outfits, board games, and action figures. The layout uses vibrant colors and imagery to attract attention to each item. (+Beware The Spider Buckaroo Caroline's Home Crayon Girl Cosmetics Daredevil Loop Set Dolls High Chair Grabbin' Dragons I Want To Bite Your Finger Ironing Board Ker-Plunk Lilliput 2000 Typewriter Lilliput Vacuum Cleaner Mousetrap Nurses Outfit Office Activity Centre Powered Superheroes Secret Dolls House Toymaster Iron and Tri-ominos)
November 28, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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#Christmas 1985 TV Times: Editorial featuring World In Action; Disappearing World; Seven Up; Zoo Time; Leslie Sands; Desmond Morris; David Attenborough; Frank Finlay; Michaela Denis; Michael Parkinson; Mark McManus; William Mervyn; Dr Judith Vincent; John Thaw and Ayshea Brough
This page from TVTimes features a holiday brochure service offering travel brochures and advertises Portland Holidays, Alberta holidays, and Jersey tourism. An article highlights Granada's current affairs programming, including World in Action and Seven Up. The page features celebrities and mentions the children's series Zoo Time. Editorial featuring: Ayshea Brough David Attenborough Desmond Morris Disappearing World Dr Judith Vincent Frank Finlay John Thaw Leslie Sands Mark McManus Michael Parkinson Michaela Denis Seven Up William Mervyn World In Action Zoo Time
November 28, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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#Christmas pic: Liverpool, 2012
November 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Festive Vibes Countdown: There are 27 days until #Christmas...
November 28, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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#Christmas pic: M&S, Oxford Street, London, 2016
November 27, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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#Christmas pic: North Street, Brighton, 2011
November 27, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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#Christmas 1994: Women's Fashion from Debenhams (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+J. Taylor long embroidered black dress; Nuage Caban jacket; J. Taylor pink shift dress; Debut red crushed velvet shirt; Matching pink jacket; Debut slip dress; Casual Club heavyweight check shirts, and more)
This Debenhams Festive Occasions catalogue page showcases a range of women's clothing for Christmas, categorized into formal and casual wear. It features dresses, jackets, shirts, blouses, and tops, with prices and product names clearly indicated. The page also presents a selection of fashionable accessories. (+Casual Club heavyweight check shirts Debut red crushed velvet shirt Debut satin vest top Debut slip dress J. Taylor long embroidered black dress J. Taylor pink shift dress Matching pink jacket Nuage Caban jacket Silk blouses Trader velveteen buttoned mini skirt and Two pack turtle neck)
November 27, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1965: Asti Martini ad (more at @OldUKPrintAdsXmas.bsky.social)

«Come on - let's celebrate with Asti Martini the festive bubbly from Italy»
An advertisement featuring a bottle of sparkling Italian wine next to a venetian mask. Text indicates that the wine is good for celebrations and is modestly priced. Come on - let's celebrate with Asti Martini the festive bubbly from Italy Any excuse is good enough for a celebration. Not that you need an excuse to open up a bottle of bubbly, happy-go-lucky Asti Martini: it's the party-mood drink from Italy that gives the simplest get-together the air of a grand occasion. And the price ? Delectably modest. So - When it's party-time, give it a sparkle with
November 27, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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#Christmas 1995: Car Accessories and Home Electrical & Cleaning from Homewise (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+Magnetic massage car seat cushion; Anti-dazzle mirror; Car sun visor organiser; PortaPlay; Car wash and wax; Time socket; Oil patch remover; and Multi plug)
This HomeWise catalogue page features car accessories and home electrical items. Car products include a massage seat cushion, sun visor organiser, anti-dazzle mirror, car wash and wax, and a kids' travel organiser. Home items include a multi-plug, PortaPlay travel pack, a time socket, and an oil patch remover. Prices and product codes are listed. (+Anti-dazzle mirror Car sun visor organiser Car wash and wax Magnetic massage car seat cushion Multi plug Oil patch remover PortaPlay and Time socket)
November 27, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1996: Ad for Toy Story and Pocahontas (more at @OldUKPrintAdsXmas.bsky.social)

«GIVE A ΤΟΥ AND MAKE LOTS OF JOY»
A newspaper advertisement showcasing a variety of toys, including dolls, action figures, puzzles, and games. The ad features items from popular franchises, offering a wide range of options for gifts, with a focus on engaging and imaginative play for children of various ages. Includes an order form and hotline number. GIVE A ΤΟΥ AND MAKE LOTS OF JOY THE GREAT CHRISTMASOΥ ΒΟΝΑΝΖΑ GIFT No 1 SEE 'N' SAY £5.99 (2-7 years): Hear what pair of objects to look for. Slide the windows to match up. GIFT No 2 VR TROOPERS ACTION SET £1.99 (4 yrs +): Fight crime with this great action figure. GIFT No 3 ΤΟΥ STORY MONEY BOX £2.50 (3 yrs +): The Buzz Lightyear saving bank! Colour it to your own design. GIF 4 SINDY GYM £13.99 (3 yrs +): Sigure and her complete workout gym withise bike, weights, running machine and much GIFT No 8 BATTLETECH MAULER £4.99 (3 yrs +): Fires 16 missiles and blasts two lasers and the cockpit ejects. GIFT No 9 BATTLETECH THOR £3.99 (3 years +): Weapons fire when blast panel is hit! Includes action figure. GIFT No 10 POCAHONTAS (small set) £2.75 (3yrs +): John Smith & John Ratcliffe action figure set with 10 pieces to create your own adventures. GIFT.1 POCAHONTAS (large set) £4.4 +): A super playset with scenery. Includes three figures with opening wigwam. GIFT No 15 BRIDE SURPRISE £7.99 (3 yrs +): Make her hair grow to her toes! It has several accessories. GIFT No 16 ΤΟΥ STORY PENCILS £1.40: Eight coloured pencils from Disney. GIFT No 17 MUSICAL BEAR GAME £7.99 (4 yrs +): When the music stops race to get your bears on the chairs. For 2-4 players. A fun game to keep the kids amused for hours. CALL OUR CREDIT CARD HOTLINE ON 0990 116666 YOUR CHRISTMA ORDER RECORD CRERD ORDER ONLY Use the t keep a record of your order ancour order. When you phone be ready ollowing information: 1. Name ss of credit card holder. 2. Delivet. 3. Postco 4. Daytimne number. 5. Order ne item number and quantity of each. 6. Credit ber and expiry date. Visa/Mascess credit cards...
November 27, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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#Christmas 2008 Radio Times: Featuring Transformers; Gone with the Wind; Saving Private Ryan; Casino Royale; Richard III; The Adventures of Robin Hood; The Browning Version; Michael Clayton; Prince Charming; Hairspray; Crocodile Dundee; Eight Below; Rear Window; The Holiday; The Wiz and more
This is a dual-page spread from a radio and television listings magazine. It features an advertisement for Sky Movies, promoting their festive movie selection across eight channels. Various film listings are featured, including Boxing Day, Saturday, daytime and evening options. There are several images which show scenes from the various advertised films. Featuring: American Gangster Away From Her Casino Royale Crocodile Dundee Crocodile Dundee II Eight Below Elizabeth: The Golden Age Father of the Bride Part 2 Finding Nemo Gone with the Wind Hairspray Ivanhoe Jindabyne Michael Clayton Nine Months Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Prince Charming Rear Window Richard III Run Fatboy Run Saving Private Ryan Starter for 10 Sunshine Sweet and Lowdown Swiss Family Robinson The Adventures of Robin Hood The Bourne Ultimatum The Browning Version The Devil Wears Prada The Holiday The Little Polar Bear The Sixth Sense The Sound of Music The Wild Geese The Wiz Transformers We Dive at Dawn Wild Hogs Zulu
November 27, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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#Christmas 1968 Radio Times (page 1)
This is a Radio Times cover featuring a Christmas themed bauble. It advertises TV and Radio programmes for the week of December 21-27, and it includes categories such as Kings, Carols, Comedy, Films, PantoMime, and Circus. The featured channels are BBC 1, BBC 2, and Radio channels 1, 2, 3, and 4.
November 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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FOUR WEEKS TO GO! #christmas
November 27, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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Festive Vibes Countdown: There are 28 days until #Christmas...
November 27, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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#Christmas 2003: Books & DVDs and Electronics & Games from Amazon (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+England's Thousand Best Houses; Vino; Royal Gardeners; Delia - Chocolate; Delia - Chicken; French Leave; The Lord of the Rings; The Matrix; DVDs - Box Sets; DVDs - Bestsellers, and more)
This is a catalogue page from Amazon Marketplace, advertising books, DVDs, games and electronics for sale. There's a focus on Christmas shopping with discounts offered on many items. The page includes a contents list with page numbers and details on buying and selling used items. (+DVDs - Bestsellers DVDs - Box Sets DVDs - Comedy DVDs - Family Delia - Chicken Delia - Chocolate England's Thousand Best Houses French Leave Royal Gardeners The Lord of the Rings The Matrix Video games - PC and PS2 Video games - PS2 Video games - Xbox and Vino)
November 26, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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#Christmas pic: Liberty, London, 2020
November 26, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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#Christmas pic: Seven Dials, London, 2019
November 26, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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#Christmas 2004 Radio Times: Editorial featuring The Vicar of Dibley; Absolutely Fabulous; Pride; Auf Wiedersehen, Pet; Shameless; Midsomer Murders; Sherlock Holmes; Soap & Flannel; Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone; Shrek; Love Actually; in da Bungalow; Rupert Everett and more
This magazine spread promotes the Christmas programming on television and radio. Features include articles about The Vicar of Dibley, Absolutely Fabulous, Pride, and more. There are celebrity interviews and a guide to the Christmas fortnight. Also included are crossword, prize quiz and an advert for a Quality Man. Editorial featuring: Absolutely Fabulous Auf Wiedersehen, Pet Barry Norman Dennis Potter Dick and Dom Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Helen Mirren Jennifer Saunders Love Actually Michael Gambon Midsomer Murders Pride Richard Curtis Rupert Everett Shameless Sherlock Holmes Shrek Soap & Flannel The Vicar of Dibley Timothy Spall in da Bungalow
November 26, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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#Christmas 2000 Radio Times: Featuring A Bridge Too Far; 101 Dalmatians; The Sleeper; Stars in Their Eyes - Christmas Special; The Count of Monte Cristo; Cold Feet; Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy; You've Been Framed at Christmas 2; John le Carré: the Secret Centre; Hippo Talk; Family Affairs and more
This page provides television listings for December 26, 2000, featuring channels such as BBC One, BBC Two, ITV, Channel 4, and Channel 5. It includes a variety of shows, from dramas and comedies to films and documentaries. The page also contains a review of the year 2000, highlighting popular shows and events in the TV industry. Featured shows span genres including crime, comedy, and adaptations of literary works. Several listings provide detailed descriptions and cast information. Featuring: 101 Dalmatians A Bridge Too Far Auntie's Thermal Bloomers BBC News BBC News 24 Battledome Blaze Capital Floyd Carry On Loving Cartoon Christopher Lee's Ghost Stories for Christmas Cold Feet Coronation Street Countdown Dance Lexie Dance Daniel Boone, Trail Blazer Dave Dial M for Murder EastEnders Emmerdale Extreme Dinosaurs Family Affairs Fragile Planet Hippo Talk ITV Evening News ITV Nightly News Joe Panther John le Carré: the Secret Centre Kiss Me Kate Christmas Special Lee Evans Live in Scotland Lorna Doone Match of the Day Oklahoma! Postmodern Pastimes Richard Hillary: a Fighter Pilot's Story She's the One Smash! Something about Beckham Stars in Their Eyes - Christmas Special The Count of Monte Cristo The Frank Skinner Christmas Show The Last Fast Show Ever-Part One The Last Sunset The Mummy The Roseanne Show The Shuttered Room The Sleeper Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy Tool Stories Trucks Urban Gothic Wideworld Wild Heart of the Dolomites You've Been Framed at Christmas 2
November 26, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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#Christmas 1988: Crafts and Books from The Leisure Circle (more at @OldUKCataloguesXm.bsky.social)

(+Making Soft Toys for Children; Old Fashioned Christmas Gifts; Vanessa Keegan's Machine-Knitting Book; Rowan Summer and Winter Knitting; Dressmaking by Design, and more)
This page showcases Christmas-themed crafts and books. The crafts include soft toy making, old-fashioned gift ideas, knitting patterns, and dressmaking designs. The books include a Christmas carol book and a combined diary/address book. (+A Book of Christmas Carols A Book of Days & An Illustrated Address Book Dressmaking by Design Little Clothes for Little People Making Soft Toys for Children Old Fashioned Christmas Gifts Party Costumes for Kids Rowan Summer and Winter Knitting Sasha Kagan's Big & Little Sweater Book and Vanessa Keegan's Machine-Knitting Book)
November 26, 2025 at 7:02 AM