What does it take to survive in the US Navy and Marine Corps’ toughest fighter pilot school? Go behind the scenes with unprecedented access
Dive into the high-octane world of America’s Navy and Marine Corps’ jet training programme in Top Guns: The Next Generation, Sundays at 9pm on the National Geographic channel.
From heart-pounding dogfights to daunting low-flying drills, precision is everything in the world of elite fast jet training – and the US Navy and Marine Corps’ programme is no exception, as split-second decisions can mean the difference between success or failure. Now, the National Geographic channel is inviting you to experience the thrill of the cockpit in its compelling new docuseries, Top Guns: The Next Generation, which sees top pilots pushed to their absolute limits across six gripping episodes. You’ll watch them take on breathtaking bombing tests, learn to master aircraft carrier landings, face seasoned instructors in head-to-head dogfights, and tackle the intense final week before graduation. Every episode promises edge-of-your-seat action, so strap in and get ready to experience the adrenaline firsthand. Go inside the cockpit For the first time in history, the US Navy and Marines have granted filming access to their fast jet training bases, giving you up-close access to the final gruelling six months of training and selection through cockpit, training centre and in-flight footage. What’s more, the aerial team behind the footage includes Kevin LaRosa, Aerial Coordinator and Lead Camera Pilot for Top Guns: Maverick – who is no stranger to bringing high-speed, high-stakes drama to your screen. From the classroom to the cockpit, you’ll witness what it takes to earn your wings and compete for the chance to one day fly the world’s only long-range stealth strike fighter: the F-35. Meet the next generation Becoming an elite strike fighter pilot is the ultimate test of skill, nerve and speed, bringing immense challenges. Trainees dive at speeds they’ve never experienced before, wrestle with high-risk manoeuvres and face intense physical and mental strain. Some struggle to control their instincts or cope under pressure, while others rise to the occasion. But it’s not just about flying. Away from their training, students also juggle the weight of family expectations, the sacrifices of loved ones and the rivalries and friendships that shape their journey. For many, past failures and personal struggles follow them into the cockpit, making each flight as much a test of character as it is of skill. This series follows the trainees not just in their training, but in their lives beyond it – from moments of triumph to crises of confidence. Only the strongest will succeed, and not all will make it to graduation, so every manoeuvre could be the difference between earning their wings or leaving their dream career behind. Top Guns: The Next Generation is available to watch Sundays at 9pm Available to watch on the National Geographic channel (Sky 129 | Virgin Media 183) Discover more
Design dream homes and unleash your inner architect in Architect Life
Bring your creative vision to life from the ground up in this unique new simulation game.
Ever wanted to step into the shoes of a professional architect? Whether you’d like to recreate your real-life home, reimagine a celebrity mansion or design your fantasy property from scratch, Architect Life: A House Design Simulator gives you the tools and freedom to do it all. Developed by Shine Research and published by Nacon, this is the first simulation game that allows you to become a true architect – not just a decorator. From managing your own firm in Career Mode to letting your creativity run wild in Free Mode, every decision is yours to make, and no two projects are ever the same. Read on to discover what awaits you in this new immersive game, available now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Play now Live your best architect life "This is a project that is very close to our hearts, and one we’re all excited to play ourselves,” says Sylvain Grosdemouge, Studio Director at Shine Research. “It’s a truly unique concept. We’re convinced that Architect Life will allow players to express their creativity and ingenuity to meet the challenges that await them." Of course, with climate constraints and complex terrains to consider, capturing the experience of designing real-world architecture was no small feat. But with more than 30 games to its name and years of collaboration with Nacon, Shine Research has struck the perfect balance between technical precision and creative freedom. Architect Life is packed with powerful tools to help you bring your designs to life, such as movement flow previews, multiple camera viewpoints and precise guides with grids, dimensions and angles. And while many simulation games are built for PC, this one has been carefully crafted with console players in mind, too. In fact, its intuitive user interface (UI) has been fully optimised for gamepad controls, offering a smooth and satisfying experience whether you’re building from your desk or the sofa. Play now The sky’s the limit Fancy building a cliffside retreat with floor-to-ceiling glass walls? Or maybe a cosy cabin that’s tucked away in the woods? In Architect Life, the only limit is your imagination. The game offers 60 distinct plots across three biomes, each with their own natural features and creative constraints, including flowing rivers, rock formations, dense forests and sloping terrain, as well as your clients’ personal requirements. But if you’d prefer to build without boundaries, Free Mode gives you full creative control. You can design freely on the plot of your choice and tackle the Career Mode missions without limits, and revisit your previous projects to refine them. Each structure can be shaped to your style, so you can build with straight or curved walls, construct buildings up to five storeys high and customise every element with a full colour wheel. Plus, you can choose from a range of finishes and materials, and even style your creation using a curated catalogue of modern furniture and décor options. From the texture of your walls to the angles of your ceiling, every detail is yours to define. Play now Show what you’re made of In Career Mode, you’ll manage your own architectural firm and take on up to 60 client missions, each with their own unique brief, budget, terrain and expectations – and it’s your job to meet them all! From your architect’s desk, you’ll guide each project through five key phases: structural work, finishing work, exterior decoration, home staging and interior decoration. You’ll also choose and manage subcontractors, making key decisions when unexpected challenges arise, all while managing your budget and remaining on schedule. When the build is complete, you’ll step inside and explore your creation in first-person view and receive a client satisfaction score based on your work. Naturally, the better your designs, the more your reputation grows, so you’ll unlock even more ambitious and complex projects from clients as your firm flourishes. Whatever you want to create, your architectural journey begins here. So, are you ready to get started? Step into the world of a real architect and put your creative skills to the test in Architect Life Play now
Best Bluey gifts and LEGO® sets for fans to buy in 2025
Cheese and crackers! These Bluey gifts and LEGO® sets are to die for.
It's Bluey's world and we're all just living in it. The beloved Australian kids show character first shot to fame alongside their family in 2018, thanks to the success of their hit animated series. Since then, Bluey's audience has grown and grown, becoming a family favourite all around the world. Bluey herself has even jumped off the screen and entered the real world in Bluey's Big Play, which is set to go on another UK tour starring Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli. If you or your loved one is a Bluey fan who wants to inject even more Bluey into your life, then you can do just that thanks to the wide selection of Bluey gifts that are currently on the market. From LEGO® sets to board games, we've rounded up the best Bluey gifts to bring the beloved cartoon character's signature energy and enthusiasm into your life and your home. Shop Bluey LEGO® sets at LEGO® Are there going to be Bluey LEGO® sets? Good news for Bluey fans; six brand-new Bluey LEGO® sets were released on 1st June 2025. These six new sets are part of the LEGO® DUPLO and LEGO® 4+ ranges and include Ice Cream Trip with Bluey, Bluey’s Beach & Family Car Trip and Bluey’s Family House with Memory Game. Shop Bluey LEGO® sets at LEGO® Best Bluey gifts for adults in 2025 Bluey's Family House As much as we love Bluey, part of the fun is hanging out with both her and her family. This Bluey's Family House LEGO® set allows you to do just that, with four included minifigures of Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad. The house is made up of detachable rooms, which offer endless possibilities for imaginative play. Plus, it includes features like the Queen's throne and even a balloon to play keepy-uppy with! Buy Bluey's Family House for £59.99 at LEGO® Playground Fun with Bluey and Chloe This easy-to-build LEGO® set is ideal for pre-schoolers, as it comes with a pictorial guide and a large Starter brick. The colourful playground is made up of a seesaw, pelican ride and tower with slide, not to mention a telescope right at the top of the tower! Buy Playground Fun with Bluey and Chloe for £17.99 at LEGO® Bluey's Family House with Memory Game LEGO® DUPLO is a range specifically designed to be toddler-friendly. With this Bluey's Family House with Memory Game set, pre-schoolers can re-enact scenes from the Bluey TV show, as well as playing a fun memory game. Buy Bluey's Family House with Memory Game for £59.99 at LEGO® Bluey's Beach & Family Car Trip Let's go to the beach, beach! This developmental toy follows Bluey and her family to the beach in Bluey's iconic vehicle with a flip-open roof. From palm trees to a sand-mermaid tail, the set has all the essential ingredients for a fun day out. Buy Bluey's Beach & Family Car Trip for £24.99 at LEGO® Ice Cream Trip with Bluey This Duplo set is perfect for helping toddlers with colour sorting and number recognition, as they pair the scoops of ice cream with the flavours. Plus, fixing the scoops to the cones helps to develop dexterity skills – not to mention all of the set's possibilities for imaginative play. Buy Ice Cream Trip with Bluey for £24.99 at LEGO® Personalised Bluey Wooden 26 Piece Picnic Playset Summer is fast approaching, and there's no better time for a picnic! This Bluey picnic set comes with a colourful lunchbox, blanket, serviettes, plus some sandwiches, orange juice and more. This picnic set is suitable for both indoor and outdoor play. Plus, you can personalise it by adding the gift recipient's name. Buy Personalised Bluey Wooden 26 Piece Picnic Playset for £25 at My 1st Years Bluey Deluxe Tri Scooter If you're looking for the ideal first scooter for your little one, then you've found it. Not only does this Bluey Deluxe Tri Scooter come decorated with cool Bluey-themed graphics, safety is also a number one priority when it comes to the Bluey scooter. There's an anti-slip foot plate, as well as smooth sides to prevent the dreaded knocks against the ankle. Plus, the wheels are made from wide puncture-proof tyres for optimal stability and grip. Buy Bluey Deluxe Tri Scooter for £24.99 at JD Williams Children Game Bluey Junior Labyrinth In this challenging Labyrinth puzzle, your aim is to rescue Mum, Dad, Bluey and Bingo, who are trapped in a maze. Help them to vanquish the obstacles in front of them by cleverly moving the maze tiles to help Bluey on her quest. Buy Children Game Bluey Junior Labyrinth for £16.99 at Ravensburger Bluey Cotton Hearts Pink Kids Bedding Set This reversible bedding set features Bluey and her family surrounded by hearts on a beautiful pink background on one side, and prints of Bluey and Bingo on the other side. This is the perfect statement piece for the room of a Bluey-loving child – or even the perfect addition to an already existing Bluey shrine. Buy Bluey Cotton Hearts Pink Kids Bedding Set at £22 at Argos Bluey Bushland Adventure The combination of splashing water features and some beloved cartoon characters means that this set provides an exciting sensory experience as well as imaginative play. Kids can send Bluey down a log ride tower, as well as play with spinning water gears and a waterfall. It's hours of fun guaranteed – but be sure to keep this one outside! Buy Bluey Bushland Adventure for £89.99 at Very
Best Father's Day gifts for the man who has everything in 2025
Father's Day is coming around quickly, so we've rounded up the best gifts, including plenty of LEGO® sets, for the fathers and father figures in your life.
Father's Day is fast approaching (Sunday 15th June for anyone who doesn't have it in their diary already), and if you're searching for a unique Father's Day present, we've got some great ideas for you. Gone are the days of copping out by simply buying beer, socks or slippers; now is the time to buy something fun and meaningful for your dad, father figure or male role model this Father's Day. Not only is it a fun and unique gift, a LEGO® set is also a bonding opportunity if the two of you decide to build it together. You can even find a set that draws inspiration from his favourite hobbies, whether that's F1®, gaming or something different altogether. It doesn't matter if they're young at heart or would prefer to dive into a more technical adult building challenge, there are plenty of LEGO® sets perfect for all types of people this Father's Day. To help you save time trawling through pages of LEGO® products trying to decide, we've put together the ultimate round-up of the best LEGO® gifts for dads can get this Father's Day, as well as some other Father's Day presents. From Star Wars™ enthusiasts to history lovers, there truly is something here for everyone. Best Father’s Day gift ideas to buy in 2025 Jango Fett's Firespray-Class Starship If your dad is a fan of Star Wars™, then what's a more ideal present that a father and son LEGO® set? This model features minifigures of bounty hunter Jango Fett and son Boba, along with their Firespray-Class Starship. It's a mindful building project, with plenty of hidden details sure to delight any Star Wars™ fan. Buy Jango Fett's Firespray-Class Starship for £259.99 at LEGO® Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle Thee Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle has been released to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens. It's built for display and comes with its own nameplate, as well as plenty of authentic details true to the film, and adjustable wings. Buy Kylo Ren's Command Shuttle for £59.99 at LEGO® Fountain Garden Is your dad a plant lover? If so, he's also sure to be a LEGO® Fountain Garden lover. This is a relaxing and mindful build with a reconfigurable garden display and beautiful detailing. The set sits under the Gardens of the World collection, which captures the beauty and diversity of outdoor architecture. Buy Fountain Garden for £89.99 at LEGO® Tuxedo Cat The LEGO® Tuxedo Cat is a collectible set for anyone who loves animals, nature and design. Whether your dad owns an iconic tuxedo cat or he's just a fan (who could blame him?), this set is perfect, thanks to its playful poses, and changeable expressions and eye colours. Buy Tuxedo Cat for £89.99 at LEGO® Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine If you're searching for a Father's Day gift for lovers of history, innovation and aviation enthusiasts, then you're in luck. The Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine set is an authentic replica of da Vinci's original design, with flappable wings driven by a visible interplay of string, hinges and pulleys. It comes with a display stand and a minifigure of Leonardo da Vinci himself, making it a great display centrepiece. Buy Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine for £54.99 at LEGO® Marvel Logo & Minifigures We couldn't put together this list without including something from the Marvel Universe. This set includes the iconic Marvel logo, as well as five minifigures: Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Black Widow and Hulk. On top of the logo, you'll find three buttons which you can use to launch three of the minifigures out of the logo and into view. Buy Marvel Logo & Minifigures for £89.99 at LEGO® Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car F1® fans are going to love this Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car LEGO® set, which allows them to display their passion for a legendary team. From an adjustable spoiler to new printed tyres, a two-speed gearbox, push-and-pull rod suspension and more, there's no detail missed when it comes to this model. Buy Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car £199.99 at LEGO® Super Mario World™: Mario & Yoshi This nostalgic display piece is perfect for any dads who were fans of Super Mario World™, back in the day. This set is modelled on the original Super Mario World, first released in 1990, and is a great way to generate some nostalgia. The set can also be paired with other characters like Luigi or Peach (sold separately) for digital reactions. Buy Super Mario World™: Mario & Yoshi for £114.99 at LEGO® Emirates Stadium Tour and Camden Town Brewery Tour and Tasting for Two Adults The Venn diagram of dads, beer lovers and Arsenal fans is pretty much a circle – so why not hit all of your dad's big interests with a tour of both the Emirates Stadium and the Camden Town Brewery? Start your day off with a self-guided tour around Emirates Stadium, where you'll also have access to the Arsenal Museum, before heading off to the Camden Town Brewery to get a peek behind the curtain of how one of London's favourite beers is made. Buy Emirates Stadium Tour and Camden Town Brewery Tour and Tasting for Two Adults for £120 at Virgin Experience Days Mini Massage Cushion Unfortunately, a bad back is part of getting older, so why not help your dad out by gifting him this mini massage cushion from JD Williams? It's perfect for relaxing your tired muscles after a long day. Buy Mini Massage Cushion for £41 £35 (save £6 or 15%) at JD Williams
Collect 3,000 Avios with the Radio Times Wine Curated Selection
Elevate your home wine collection with The Radio Times Curated Selection.
Did you know that you don't even have to leave the comfort of your own home in order for your palate to travel the world? With Radio Times Wine, you can get a specially curated case of 12 wines delivered right to your doorstep. These wines have been chosen with our Radio Times readers in mind, and there's no need to sign up for a subscription - simply order your case, sit back and enjoy. If you're after travel opportunities that go further than sampling exotic wines, we've got some more great news. When you purchase a crate of Radio Times Wine, you'll have the chance to collect 3,000 Avios, which you can put towards a holiday (or even more wine). Even if you decide that the Radio Times Curated selection is not quite your cup of, well, wine, you can use the code RADIOWINE on orders over £149.99 to collect 2,000 Avios. Whether you're relatively new to the world of wine, or you simply want to expand your palate, the Radio Times Curated Selection features a vast array of flavour profiles sourced from all over the world. Here's everything you need to know. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer What is The Wine Flyer’s Radio Times Curated Selection? The Radio Times Curated Selection is a selection of wines, specifically crafted for Radio Times readers. This is the product of a partnership between Radio Times and The Wine Flyer, which sees a brand-new curated case of 12 wines released every three months with an exclusive 3,000 Avios offer for each case. Not only will you get your hands on some exciting new wines and old favourites, but you'll also be able to collect Avios with your purchase, which can be used for future travels or even more wine purchases. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer What wines are included in the Radio Times Curated Selection? This time around, our selection includes everything from bold reds to crisp whites and French rosé are included, sourced from locations across the globe including France, New Zealand and Italy. Here's a full list: Whispering Angel Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023 Whispering Angel, the most famous label from Château d'Esclans, near Saint Tropez in Provence, is adored for its pale colour and delicate dry style. This vintage boasts notes of fresh strawberry, just-baked raspberry tart and a hint of pomegranate. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer Cabalié (two bottles) Cabalié Red Wine is a masterful blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan, creating a full-bodied and deeply intense Cabalié wine. Bursting with rich red and black fruit flavours, this Cabalié wine offers a smooth, well-balanced taste with a touch of spice. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer The Black Stump Durif Shiraz The Black Stump Durif Shiraz is a bold and powerful South Australian red wine, blending two mighty black grapes for an explosion of rich, ripe fruit and warming spice. With layers of dark berry flavors and a smooth, full-bodied finish, this Black Stump wine is a must-have for lovers of deep, intense reds. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer Cabalié Blanc (two bottles) Cabalié Blanc is a beautifully fresh and aromatic Cabalié white wine, crafted from Viognier, Muscat, and Colombard. this Cabalié wine delivers a lush yet crisp balance. The old-vine Viognier adds depth with honeysuckle aromas and a smooth texture, while citrus zest brings a refreshing finish. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer W/O Organic Lucido White (two bottles) Grown organically, thanks to Sicily’s warm and dry climate, the indigenous Lucido grape produces an aromatic wine with notes of apricot, white and a hint of lemon. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer Rex Mundi Shiraz (two bottles) This Rex Mundi red wine is packed with sweet, ripe plum and juicy raspberry, enhanced by enticing spicy hints that add depth and complexity. The Shiraz brings bold dark fruit flavours, while the Grenache softens the structure with a smooth, velvety finish. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer Kew Gardens Blanc De Cabernet Brut Who doesn't love a sparkling wine? This wine is unique as it is a white wine made from red Cabernet grapes, which are whisked off their skins early in the process. It features bright fruit flavours with notes of lemon, creamy peach, and a light floral aroma. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer Domaine Du Mas Ensoleille Rosé 2024 Another Provence rosé, this time bursting with vibrant Mediterranean vibrancy and produced from the classic Provencal grapes including Grenache and Syrah in the blend. In addition to these eight delicious wines, when you purchase this edition of the Radio Times Curated Selection, you can also get your hands on up to 3,000 Avios. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer How much is the Radio Times Curated Selection? Each Radio Times Curated Selection box of 12 wines costs £149.99. This is a one-off payment, and there is no need to subscribe in order to purchase a Radio Times Curated Selection. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer How to get your hands on the Radio Times Curated Selection at Wine Flyer Head on over to The Wine Flyer, where you'll find our latest instalment of Radio Times Wine. This case of 12 bottles will only be available for the next three months, so we'd recommend buying soon if you don't want to miss out on this selection. Buy The Radio Times Curated Selection for £149.99 at The Wine Flyer
Radio Times has partnered with The Wine Flyer to bring you Radio Times Wine
Enjoy premium wines, from both the old and new world, and collect Avios with Radio Times Wine, our new partnership with The Wine Flyer.
Here at Radio Times, our readers trust us with providing great entertainment – and now we're here to provide you with great wine as well. There's nothing quite like enjoying a glass of wine at home, whether that's a rich red enjoyed by the fire while watching TV or a crisp white sipped while reading in the garden in the warmer months. Discovering a new wine on your travels is also a matchless experience, with sampling local wines really helping to elevate your travels by connecting with the local culture. Now, Radio Times Wine is here to help you enjoy premium wines, both at home and abroad. How so? We've partnered with The Wine Flyer, who provide their customers with exclusive Avios so you can continue to explore the world and expand your palate. Every three months, Radio Times Wine will curate a case of 12 bottles, specially selected by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer teams. Each curated case costs £149.99 and gives you access to exclusive Avios.* Intrigued? We've put together this handy guide to Radio Times Wine, providing you with everything you need to know about this brand-new service. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 Jump to: What is Radio Times Wine? How does Radio Times Wine work? What are the benefits of Radio Times Wine for members? What are some of the wines on offer in Radio Times Wine? Does it cost anything to sign up to Radio Times Wine? How to sign up to Radio Times Wine What is Radio Times Wine? Radio Times Wine is a partnership which brings together the expertise of both Radio Times and The Wine Flyer. This partnership will see a specially curated case of wines chosen every three months specifically for Radio Times readers. Each case will focus on good quality classic wines and new discoveries, all sourced from trusted vineyards and suppliers. Not only that, customers will be able to collect Avios and exclusive rewards, which can be spent towards travel plans or further wine purchases. The Avios offer attached to the case will change every three months with each new case of wine. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 How does Radio Times Wine work? Unlike other wine club services, Radio Times Wine does not require an ongoing commitment; if you want to make a one-off purchase either for yourself or as a gift, you can do just that. That being said, members will also have the option of subscription offers, in order to have hassle-free delivery every three months. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 What are the benefits of Radio Times Wine for members? One of the main benefits of Radio Times Wine is, unsurprisingly, the wines themselves. We're here to bring you high-quality premium wines that are a mix of old favourites and exciting new discoveries. The wines are chosen by experts both at Radio Times and The Wine Flyer, and the bottles are selected to both inspire new travel adventures and become treasured classics in your home. Another benefit of Radio Times Wine is the ability to collect Avios. Avios is the currency used by The British Airways Club, allowing you to spend it against flights, hotels, car rentals, cabin upgrades and more. You can also spend your Avios on bottles of wine at The Wine Flyer, so if you've particularly enjoyed one of the bottles in your curated case, you can order more and save at the same time. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 What are some of the wines on offer in Radio Times Wine? Each case will contain twelve bottles of wine available at The Wine Flyer, which will change every three months. Some of the wines currently available to purchase at The Wine Flyer are Finca Los Trenzones Tempranillo (2019), Miopasso Nero D'Avola Sicilia DOC (2023), Jumi-Juma Chardonnay Riesling Blend, and Chateau Paradis 'Essencial' Provence Rose (2023). Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 Does it cost anything to sign up to Radio Times Wine? No, signing up to Radio Times Wine is free of charge. You will only have to pay the price of £149.99 for each case. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 How to sign up to Radio Times Wine Radio Times Wine is available online now at The Wine Flyer for £149.99. This case of 12 bottles will only be available for the next three months, so we'd recommend buying soon if you don't want to miss out. The Avios offer exclusive to this collection is also only available for the limited time of three months, so act quickly to avoid disappointment. Shop Radio Times Wine by Radio Times and The Wine Flyer for £149.99 *Please note: Due to recent legislation introduced around the use of loyalty and points schemes on the sale of alcohol in Northern Ireland, The Wine Flyer are regrettably unable to offer delivery to this region as the sales either redeem or earn Avios.
Best May the 4th themed gifts to help you celebrate Star Wars™ Day
May the 4th be with you – (it will be very soon!)
For some people, the most important day of the year is their birthday; others prefer Christmas, Halloween or even St Patrick's Day. Others still save their excitement to celebrate Star Wars™ Day, otherwise known as May the 4th. Of course, hardcore Star Wars™ fans don't just take one day a year to celebrate the franchise; but, setting aside a time to celebrate with other fans is a great way to bond as a fandom and as a community. How exactly do Star Wars™ fans celebrate this special day? Some may decide to re-watch some of their favourite films or TV shows from the Star Wars™ franchise, others may dress up and attend Star Wars™-themed events like trivia nights or cosplay meet-ups. May the 4th is also a great time to treat your loved ones (or even yourself!) to some Star Wars™-themed merchandise, as plenty of brands use this time to release special Star Wars™-themed products. However, one brand who offers Star Wars™-themed products all year round is LEGO®, with everything from the Millennium Falcon to Starfighter display pieces. We've rounded up the best Star Wars™-themed gifts for May the 4th, from impressive LEGO sets to commemorative personalised books. May the 4th be with you! Why is May the 4th Star Wars™ Day? The answer is simple. May the 4th is globally recognised as Star Wars™ day thanks to its similarities to the iconic Star Wars™ phrase "May the force be with you", or, "May the 4th be with you". Best May the 4th gifts, toys and LEGO sets to buy this Star Wars™ Day Grogu™ with Hover Pram As true Star Wars™ fans know, the adorable figure pictured above is Grogu, not Baby Yoda, as he is commonly referred to. This buildable Grogu LEGO figure comes with his own Hover Pram, as well as a posable head and ears, perfectly suited for the cutest character in the galaxy. Buy Grogu™ with Hover Pram for £89.99 at LEGO ARC-170 Starfighter™ If your favourite Star Wars™ film is Revenge of the Sith (no judgement here!), then you're sure to fall in love with this ARC-170 Starfighter. Re-enact iconic battle scenes with adjustable wings that can enter both attack and cruise modes, as well as two spring-loaded shooters and three opening cockpits for your LEGO minifigures. Buy ARC-170 Starfighter™ for £59.99 at LEGO Star Wars™ Personalised Gift Movie History Deluxe Book It's no secret that the Star Wars™ films have played a huge role in the history of cinema. Now, you can relive all the highlights with this personalised movie history book that showcases the history of Star Wars™ as told through the LA Times. If you're buying this as a gift for someone special, you can personalise the book with their name on the front cover and a personalised message on the first page. Buy Star Wars™ Personalised Gift Movie History Deluxe Book for £66.98 at Not On The High Street AT-AT Driver™ Helmet This buildable helmet for adults is the ideal display piece to show off your love of Star Wars™. The AT-AT Driver's Helmet was shown in The Empire Strikes Back, when the unforgettable Battle of Hoth took place. With this 730-piece set, you can recreate the details of the AT-AT Driver™ Helmet before attaching the nameplate to the buildable display stand. Buy AT-AT Driver™ Helmet for £69.99 at LEGO Millennium Falcon™ The Star Wars™ franchise is packed full of iconic ships, but there's no doubt that the Millennium Falcon sits at the top of that list. And the LEGO version is equally as impressive, clocking in at a whopping 7,541 pieces. This is LEGO's biggest iteration of the Millennium Falcon yet and comes complete with Han Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, C-3PO and crew minifigures. Buy Millennium Falcon™ for £734.99 at LEGO Acclamator-Class Assault Ship™ If one buildable model just isn't enough, you can continue your passion with the Acclamator-Class Assault Ship. This is the first ever LEGO model of this ship, as seen in Attack of the Clones, and provides a rewarding building experience to make an eye-catching display piece. Buy Acclamator-Class Assault Ship™ for £44.99 at LEGO Star Wars™ Lightsaber Uplighter Wall Light Anyone who's more inclined to the dark side will be happy to see this Lightsaber Wall Light, modelled after Darth Vader's lightsaber and complete with a backplate inspired by the Death Star itself. Once turned on, your lightsaber will illuminate your room with a Sith-like beam of red light. You can even turn it on night mode, so that it automatically turns on once your room is dark. Buy Star Wars™ Lightsaber Uplighter Wall Light for £30 at JD Williams Jabba's Sail Barge™ The events that take place on Jabba's Sail Barge towards the start of the Return of the Jedi film are among some of the most recognisable scenes from the entire Star Wars™ franchise. Now you can relive them up close and personal with the 3,943 piece Jabba's Sail Barge LEGO set. This set comes with 11 minifigures, including Jabba himself, plus Princess Leia in THAT bikini. Buy Jabba's Sail Barge™ for £429.99 at LEGO Imperial Dropship vs Rebel Scout Speeder This set is a great choice for younger LEGO fans as it's a buildable toy rather than a display piece. Once completed, builders can accurately recreate dramatic Imperial Dropship vs Rebel Scout Speeder battles, thanks to details such as opening minifigure cockpits, stud shooters and rotating wings. Buy Imperial Dropship vs Rebel Scout Speeder for £34.99 at LEGO Helmet Trooper Framed Poster They say that your bedroom is a reflection of your personality and interests, so why not put your love of Star Wars™ on full display? This poster features Stormtroopers in their different iterations across the Star Wars™ franchise and is a great addition to any room. Buy Helmet Trooper Framed Poster for £22.99 £21. 74 (save £1.25 or 5%) at Debenhams
Here's our roundup of the top gifts you can get the F1 fan in your life.
If you're not sure what to buy the F1® fan in your life, there's no need to fear; we're here to help you start your engines. The world of F1 can certainly be intimidating. With so many different races, championships, cups and plenty of technical terms thrown about, it's no wonder that it can feel overwhelming when looking for a gift for an F1 fan. Thankfully, there is a huge range of F1 gifts on offer which are suitable for people of all ages, and we've put together a list of the very best gifts for F1 fans. We've rounded up everything from LEGO® F1 gifts (for both children and adults) to F1 experience gifts, immersive gaming and more. These gifts will help any petrolheads follow in the footsteps of their heroes, as well as get up close and personal with some of their favourite vehicles. Whether you're loved one is a die-hard F1 fan, or simply enjoys shows like Drive to Survive or movies like Ferrari, you're sure to find something that will cater to their needs in our roundup of the best F1 gifts for 2025. Best F1 LEGO sets, gifts and toys to buy in 2025 Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car This 1,361 piece LEGO Technic F1 set is a great way to fuel someone's passion for F1. The brand new Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car set is available to pre-order now and can be bought outright from 1st March onwards, perfect for anyone who wants to stay on top of the latest LEGO releases. Buy Ferrari SF-24 F1 Car for £199.99 at LEGO McLaren MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna The McLaren MP4/4 has been ranked as one of the most successful F1 racing cars of all time, and this LEGO McLaren MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna set allows you to get up close and personal with it. The model is replicated in meticulous detail, featuring accurate working steering, rod suspension and adjustable rear wing. Not to mention the accompanying figure of Ayrton Senna, the famous Brazilian F1 racer. Buy McLaren MP4/4 & Ayrton Senna for £69.99 at LEGO Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1® Race Car This set is part of the LEGO Speed Champions collection, allowing children and adults recreate some of the world's most iconic racing cars, such as the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1® Race Car. This LEGO F1 car features plenty of detail from the real-life version driven in the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship season, such as wishbone suspension, sponsor stickers and wider rear tires imprinted with 'Pirelli'. Buy Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1® Race Car for £22.99 at LEGO Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance This LEGO Mercedes model is designed for big motorsports fans. The Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance is a rewarding building set for adults, allowing you to fully immerse yourself and having a sleek finished model to display at the end. The model boasts realistic functions like the differential and the 6-cylinder engine. You can even test out the steering and suspension! Buy Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance for £189.99 at LEGO Aston Martin Safety Car & AMR23 If you're looking for more kid-friendly F1 toys, then you're in luck. The LEGO Aston Martin Safety Car & AMR23 allow children to play out stories with two highly detailed models, each coming with their own driver mini figure. Buy Aston Martin Safety Car & AMR23 for £44.99 at LEGO Williams Racing FW14B & Nigel Mansell This LEGO F1 set is a replica of the legendary F1 race car that brought Nigel Mansell the victory in the 1992 Formula 1 World Championship; a true part of F1 racing history. It even comes with a Nigel Mansell mini figure! Buy Williams Racing FW14B & Nigel Mansell for £69.99 at LEGO F1® Truck with RB20 & AMR24 F1® Cars If your little one is a budding champion, then they're sure to love the F1® Truck with RB20 & AMR24 F1® Cars, one of the more sophisticated F1 toys. Not only does this set include an impressive F1 transporter truck, it also comes with two model race cars and five LEGO mini figures. Inside the truck, you'll find an F1 simulator room, and you can tilt the cab to access the truck engine as well. Buy F1® Truck with RB20 & AMR24 F1® Cars for £89.99 at LEGO Playset Formula Instinct F1 Edition Never mind going to see F1; with the Playset Formula Instinct F1 Edition, you can bring F1 into your own home. With this, you can immerse yourself in the world of top-tier racing. The seat itself is made from modular fabric padding to optimise comfort and support both the lower back and shoulders to keep you pain and strain-free while you play. Buy Playset Formula Instinct F1 Edition for £535 £508 (save £27 or 5%) at Very Silverstone Formula Single Seater Experience Who hasn't dreamt of driving at Silverstone? Now you can do just that, with the Silverstone Formula Single Seater Experience at Virgin Experience Days. Petrolheads will have the chance to take to a circuit steeped in history at the home of British motorsport, across two sessions. What a way to experience your favourite sport! Buy Silverstone Formula Single Seater Experience for £299 at Virgin Experience Days Formula One F1 2025 Calendar Track Mug Gift This sleek black Formula 1 mug showcases the racing tracks and countries of the exciting F1 races of 2025. It's crafted from high-quality ceramics and is the perfect way for an F1 fan to enjoy their brew. Buy Formula One F1 2025 Calendar Track Mug Gift for £18 £14.40 (save £3.60 or 20%) at Not On The High Street
Guide your team to Six Nations glory in Rugby 25
Create your own legacy and tackle your way through some of the world’s most iconic stadiums in this impressively authentic game.
With the Six Nations in full swing, you may be dreaming of your team completing a multi-phase drive to the line or kicking a last gasp drop goal to win the Grand Slam. But why just imagine it, when you can step onto the field yourself? From club competitions through to the world’s biggest international tournaments, Rugby 25 puts you right at the centre of the action in the ultimate test of strength and strategy – where every detail has been meticulously crafted to capture the intensity of the sport for both gamers and rugby fans alike. The latest instalment in the Rugby series marks a new chapter with Big Ant Studios, the team behind iconic sports titles such as Tennis World Tour 2, AFL 23 and Cricket 24. So, whether you’d like to rewrite history, plot future victories or build new legacies, read on to find out what awaits you in this blisteringly entertaining new simulation game – now available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam. Play now The ultimate rugby experience Featuring more than 10 licensed leagues, 140 officially licensed elite clubs and top nations, as well as nearly 120 official women’s teams, Rugby 25 offers the most comprehensive and detailed database ever seen in a rugby video game. You can pick teams from domestic leagues, such as the Gallagher Premiership, Major League Rugby and Top 14 and Pro D2, or iconic international sides like the All Blacks, Springboks, Wallabies, England and France, complete with iconic stars, including Marcus Smith, Finn Russell, and Antoine Dupont. Plus, you can compete in the iconic Six Nations Tournament as France, England, Scotland, Wales, Italy or Ireland. Of course, there are plenty of legendary venues from the annals of rugby history to explore, too – from Stade de France and Twickenham to Cardiff Arms Park and Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow – each of which have been faithfully recreated to capture their unique atmosphere and roaring crowds. Play now Multiple game modes Whether you want to play solo or with up to four players locally or online, you’ll be able to take control of your favourite team and develop players’ careers, compete in custom matches, or challenge other gamers worldwide. If you’re playing solo, there are instant matches, custom matches and competitions, or you can compete with the world’s best in ranked matches through online multiplayer. Meanwhile, in Career Mode, you’ll plan tournaments and manage rest periods to train and guide your team to the top. If you prefer to have some creative freedom, you’ll have the opportunity to design players, customise your team and craft your stadium from scratch in Rugby Academy Mode (more of which later). Play now Engineered with passion "Since the studio's inception, creating a rugby union game has been a dream fuelled by passion,” says Ross Symons, head of Big Ant Studios. “I played rugby for 12 years, and this love for the sport drives me to deliver both depth and accessibility, along with the largest content ever in a rugby game." From strategic positioning to physical collisions, the complex nature of a rugby game is a challenge to replicate. But thanks to Big Ant Studios’ proprietary sports game engine, Rugby 25 offers the perfect balance of technical precision and realism with lifelike tackles, scrums, lineouts and other critical phases of play that adapt to your tactical choices. In fact, the developer’s experience in gameplay and collision management from the AFL series has influenced some of the core features of the game, despite its differing rules. Play now Build your dream team Want to create your own legacy? Or perhaps you’d like to completely reimagine your favourite team? The good news is, in Rugby 25, you’ll be given the tools to personalise every aspect of your gameplay. Rugby Academy Mode offers extensive customisation features, from choosing your height, weight skin tone and hair to tattoos, compression gear and even your sock position. But it’s not just about appearance – you’ll also need to assign skills to each player and ensure your team is well-balanced when they take the field. Meanwhile, the team editor allows you to build your roster and set up your team’s identity, including its name, emblem and colours. And with dozens of shirt styles, brands, numbers and logos to choose from, the only limit is your imagination. So, are you ready to take to the field? Make your mark and lead your team to victory in Rugby 25. Play now
Best Super Mario gifts and toys to buy in 2025
There's no shortage of amazing gifts for Super Mario lovers – here's a selection of our favourites.
Have you been charged with buying a gift for a Super Mario fan? Fear not; we're here to help you choose. The Super Mario franchise began all the way back in 1985; so with such a rich history, it can be difficult knowing where to start when it comes to Super Mario gifts, and overwhelming to deal with the sheer amount of products. Our roundup of includes the latest Super Mario LEGO® sets, Super Mario toys and gaming console bundles. Whether your loved one is a long-time Super Mario fan, loves a novelty Nintendo product, or is completely new to gaming, you're sure to find something that's perfect for them. Head on down the pipe to discover the best gifts for the Mario fan in your life, suitable for all ages and price points. Celebrate 40 years of Mario with LEGO Happy birthday, Mario! This year sees the 40th anniversary of Nintendo's most iconic character, the Italian plumber who has spawned countless games and even a 2023 film. This is a huge milestone for Nintendo, and if you fancy joining in the celebrations, there are plenty of LEGO Super Mario sets to help you bring your love of Mario from the screen to the real world. Go on, it's the perfect time to treat yourself. Shop Super Mario sets at LEGO Best Super Mario gifts, toys and LEGO sets to buy in 2025 Super Mario World™: Mario & Yoshi Mario is joined by one of his most iconic friends in this Super Mario LEGO set. This bright display model is great for tapping into nostalgia and the pixelated detail make this a great piece of retro décor for any room. Plus, you can turn handles and dials to reveal a running effect and Yoshi sticking out his tongue. Buy Super Mario World™: Mario & Yoshi for £114.99 at LEGO Piranha Plant Most Super Mario gamers spend their time trying to avoid piranha plants, but luckily this one from LEGO is far from dangerous. This model is highly posable and comes with two coins that have mysterious effects. Buy Piranha Plant for £57.99 at LEGO The Mighty Bowser™ This detailed LEGO set is here to help you celebrate one of Mario's most iconic enemies. The 2,807-piece Bowser replica is perfect for both display and play, thanks to its head movements, snapping jaws and display stand with two towers and a hidden POW Block. Buy The Mighty Bowser™ for £229.99 at LEGO King Boo's Haunted Mansion This play set is a great option for anyone on the hunt for Super Mario gifts for children. Kids can explore King Boo's haunted mansion, battle ghostly foes and search for the key to the treasure chest with this adventurous set. It even comes with four LEGO Super Mario figures, King Boo, a Yellow Baby Yoshi, a Dry Bones and a Boo, to expand play possibilities. Buy King Boo's Haunted Mansion for £64.99 at LEGO Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach™ Things are a little less spooky over at the Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach set. Here, you can join Peach for a picnic, as well as knock Lakitu off his cloud and rescue the Yellow Toad. Buy Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach™ for £44.99 at LEGO Mario Kart™ – Baby Mario vs Baby Luigi Any fans of Mario Kart are sure to love this LEGO set. Here, Baby Mario and Baby Luigi go head-to-head in their racing karts as they attempt to knock over their balloons first. This model combines the joy of building with the thrill of competition. Buy Mario Kart™ – Baby Mario vs Baby Luigi for £24.99 at LEGO Super Mario Resin Lamp This beautiful handmade resin lamp is sure to be the focal point of whichever room it's placed into. With Mario lit up dramatically while magically floating on a question block, it'll be difficult to tear your eyes away. The wood and resin lamp is fully handmade and can be made in custom colours. Buy Super Mario Resin Lamp for £88.84 £50.64 (save £38.20 or 43%) at Etsy Super Mario Air Hockey Who doesn't love a game of air hockey? Now, you can bring all the fun of the arcade to your bedroom, without the need for coins or waiting around. With the option to play as either Mario or Luigi, this mini-game will bring hours of fun to kids- and maybe even adults too. Buy Super Mario Air Hockey for £29.99 at Very Super Mario Guess Who Guess Who just got more interesting. This special edition of the classic game features characters that we all know and love from the Mario franchise, helping any little ones get to grips with the fundamentals of the game. Buy Super Mario Guess Who for £19.99 at Hamleys Nintendo Switch OLED White Mario Bros Wonder & 12 Months Switch Online Bundle Super Mario is, after all, a video game franchise, so why not get involved in the digital world? This bundle deal features a Nintendo Switch OLED console, along with the pre-installed Super Mario Bros Wonder game and a 12-month Switch online bundle, usually costing £17.99. Super Mario Bros Wonder is a 2023 game that is the first traditional side-scrolling Super Mario game since New Super Mario Bros U in 2012. Buy Nintendo Switch OLED White Mario Bros Wonder & 12 Months Switch Online Bundle for £309.99 at JD Williams
Treat everyone on your list with Ravensburger this Christmas
Whether you're buying gifts for a board game fiend or a jigsaw puzzle professional, you'll find the perfect gift in this list.
There's nothing that brings a family together quite like a game or a puzzle. Working together to solve a jigsaw puzzle or crack a strategy-based board game is a great way to invigorate the quality time you spend together. Working on solving problems together not only encourages teamwork, but it can also improve creativity and encourage a bit of healthy competition. With the Christmas season fast approaching, it's time to start thinking about ways to keep the family and kids entertained during the holiday downtime. To help you do just that, we've put together a list of some of the top games, puzzles and presents that are sure to keep your family entertained this Christmas. From Ravensburger Disney puzzles to marble run sets and 3D star wars puzzles, there's something here for people of all ages and interests. Many of these gifts are available from Ravensburger, whose jigsaw puzzle brand is one of the best-selling in the world, having sold more than one billion puzzles. They make great gifts for all the family, thanks to their exclusive, extra-thick cardboard combined with fine, linen structured paper which creates a glare-free puzzle image. So, without further ado, here's how you can keep your family entertained and happy with their gifts this Christmas. Find a gift for every family member with Ravensburger this Christmas Children’s Puzzle Disney Stitch Christmas If you want a family-friendly activity to help get you in the Christmas spirit, then this Disney Stitch Christmas puzzle is the way to go. The vibrant puzzle features Stitch and Angel as they celebrate in the Christmas snow. This is a great puzzle for kids aged six and up thanks to the XXL puzzle pieces, made from high quality materials. Buy Children’s Puzzle Disney Stitch Christmas for £10.99 at Ravensburger Disney Lorcana TCG Shimmering Skies Set There's no shortage of Ravensburger Disney games for all the family. The Disney Lorcana Gateway deck includes special versions of Disney characters called Glimmers, which will help you battle any Disney villains you meet on your quest. This game is all about learning the best way to play, with everything you need already there in the box, allowing you to begin your first quest straight away. Just remember that the aim of each round is to collect a magical story star. Buy Disney Lorcana TCG Shimmering Skies Set for £22.99 at Ravensburger 3D Puzzle Character Hylkies Darth Vader One for the Star Wars fans this time. Not only is this 3D Puzzle Character a fun and challenging model to create, but you can also display the finished product for as long as you want, thanks to the included display stand. All of the 54 pieces of the puzzles slot together seamlessly to form the sturdy end product, so there's no need for any glue. You can also find Chewbacca, Storm Trooper, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Obi-Wan Kenobi Hylkies puzzles on the Ravensburger website. Buy 3D Puzzle Character Hylkies Darth Vader for £9.99 at Ravensburger Disney Around The World Game The Disney Around The World Game makes the dream of flying around the world of Disney in a beautiful hot air balloon come true, without even having to leave your home. In this game, you'll guide your balloon around six lands, collecting stamps for your passport along the way. The first player to collect four stamps from four different lands will be crowned the winner. Buy Disney Around The World Game for £24.99 at Ravensburger Jigsaw Puzzle Christmas Village Limited Edition Suitable for older kids and adults, this Ravensburger 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle shows a Christmas Village, perfect to get stuck into while the winter rain and snow falls outside. The scene is packed full of cosy charm, with snow-covered shops, a tall Christmas tree, presents, a jolly snowman and more. Ravensburger have sold over one billion puzzles worldwide and are one of the best-selling puzzle brands, so you know you're in safe hands. Buy Jigsaw Puzzle Christmas Village Limited Edition for £14.99 at Ravensburger BRIO World Train Set Advent Calendar Who doesn't love an advent calendar perfectly tailored to your interests? If you're looking for an advent calendar for the train enthusiasts in your life, then you've found it. Behind each door you'll discover a new part compatible with BRIO train sets, which can be added to expand the BRIO open-ended play collection. Buy BRIO World Train Set Advent Calendar for £34.99 at BRIO Children’s Puzzle Perfectly Grinchy More Ravensburger Christmas puzzles, and this time it's one that features one of the simultaneously most loved and most feared Christmas characters, the Grinch. Join him as he does what he does best – stealing presents! This puzzle is made up of 100 XL puzzle pieces, making it a great option for all family members aged six and up. Buy Children’s Puzzle Perfectly Grinchy for £10.99 at Ravensburger Jigsaw Puzzle Christmas Farm Take your jigsaw puzzling to the next level while still keeping it festive with this 1,000 piece Christmas Farm Ravensburger jigsaw puzzle, among the best Ravensburger puzzles for adults. This puzzle was created by artist Eleanor Tomlinson, and shows farm animals joining in the festivities with their Christmas hats. The puzzle is suitable for ages 12 and up, ideal for anyone who wants a bit of a challenge. Buy Jigsaw Puzzle Christmas Farm for £14.99 at Ravensburger Push and Listen Roly Poly Capybara You're never too young to start playing. The Push and Listen Roly Poly Capybara is part of Ravensburger's Play+ collection, which is designed to encourage your baby's natural curiosity and playfulness. When the capybara is pushed, it will respond with sounds, light effects and melodies, which all change depending on the movement. It's even suitable for quiet time, as you can switch to silent mode and let your baby enjoy activating the lights. Buy Push and Listen Roly Poly Capybara for £19.99 at Ravensburger GraviTrax Starter Set Bounce There's nothing quite like a marble run to get the blood pumping. This GraviTrax Starter Set Bounce allows you to build tracks based on the track layout plans, or you can get creative and let your imagination run as wild as the marbles themselves. The set boasts 101 pieces and two separate elements to add some extra pizzazz: the Spiral Element and two part Trampoline Element. Buy GraviTrax Starter Set Bounce for £39.99 at Ravensburger
Get Sky Stream with Sky TV & Netflix for just £22 per month
Get your favourite series, films and apps all in one place with Sky Stream.
Time in front of the TV is brilliant for relaxing, gathering with friends, witnessing great sporting moments and winding down after a long day at work. Whether you’re watching a thrilling series, enjoying the latest blockbuster or cheering on your favourite team, a Sky Stream can help elevate your experience. The handy box makes viewing your favourite content easier and puts all of your best-loved shows, apps, streaming services and films in one place. Set up is hassle-free and if you order now you can be watching tomorrow with next-day delivery. With the most basic subscription, you can access over 30,000 shows and get Netflix Standard with Ads on top of this. You can then easily add on Sky Sports, Sky Cinema and a selection of speedy broadband options to make your watching experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible. Here at RadioTimes.com, we’re big fans of the Sky Stream and are here to tell you exactly how to make the most of it. We’ll explain just how quick it is to set up, the great add-ons you can enhance your Sky Stream with and why you should think about upgrading your watching experience with a Sky Stream. Get Sky Stream Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £22 a month What is Sky Stream? Sky Stream is a TV box – but not like we know it. Sky Stream allows you to watch all of your favourite shows, films, sports and cinema, over your Wi-fi. This means you won’t have to mess around with several cables or get a dish installed, instead just plug in your Sky Stream box to your TV and you’re good to go. Sky Stream is one of the easiest ways to watch and you can view an impressive 30,000 shows and 150 channels from the streaming box. It puts all your apps in one place – think Netflix, Disney Plus, BBC iPlayer, Discovery Plus, Spotify. Sky will even link your current Netflix to the box so you won’t have to pay twice. All of this can be accessed by the Sky Stream voice-controlled remote, so you won’t even need to lift a finger! Get Sky Stream Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £22 a month How does Sky Stream work? When you order a Sky Stream you will receive the box, a cable, and voice-controlled remote control. Simply plug in your box to the TV using the HDMI cable and follow the on-screen instructions to set it up. Once you’ve connected to your Wi-Fi, you’ll be good to go. Of course, the better your broadband, the quicker your Sky Stream will be. We all know that buffering can be a real annoyance, especially when watching live TV. If your broadband is not quite up to scratch or is a bit slow then Sky have you covered. You can add on Sky Broadband when you buy a Sky Stream and you’ll get both of them at a great price. This broadband will not only help connect your Stream but all other devices you’ve got in your home. With each broadband deal you’ll get access to the 30,000 shows and 150 channels Sky offers with a Sky Entertainment package and a Netflix subscription on top. The broadband deals you can pair with your Sky Stream are as follows: you can get Sky Stream, Sky Entertainment and Netflix, plus Sky Superfast Broadband for £39 a month. You can get the same deal with Ultrafast Broadband for just £39 a month and Gigafast Broadband for £55 a month. Get Sky Stream, Sky Superfast Broadband, Sky Entertainment and Netflix for £39 a month Get Sky Stream, Sky Ultrafast Broadband, Sky Entertainment and Netflix for £39 a month Get Sky Stream, Sky Gigafast Broadband, Sky Entertainment and Netflix for £55 a month Get Sky Stream Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £22 a month How easy is Sky Stream to set up at home? Sky Stream is very easy to set up at home. The streaming box has been made with ease of use in mind and unlike previous Sky subscriptions, you won’t have to have a dish installed or have an engineer visit your home. Instead, you just have to plug in your Sky Stream box and start watching. As it all works over Wi-Fi, the speed at which you can set up is impressive. This is made even quicker because Sky Stream is delivered via next-day delivery. If you buy a Sky Stream on Monday morning you can watch your favourite series by Tuesday afternoon. Get Sky Stream Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £22 a month What channels and services can you get with Sky Stream? When you buy a Sky Stream it comes as standard, with Sky Entertainment and Netflix Standard with Ads. This gives you access to over 30,000 shows ranging from Sky Originals to all of your Netflix favourites. If you already have a Netflix subscription you won’t have to pay twice, instead it will be integrated into your Sky subscription. If you want to enjoy all that Sky has to offer then you can easily build the perfect package. When buying your Stream, you’ll be able to add all of your favourite services and channels to your Sky Stream box, hassle-free. If you’re a sports fan then you can add Sky Sports to your Stream for an extra £20 a month, for 24 months. This will give you access to hundreds of Premier League games, the F1, golf, NFL, and loads more. You can also throw in superfast broadband on top of this and in total you’ll get Sky Stream, Sky Entertainment, Netflix, Sky Sports and Sky Superfast Broadband for only £59 a month! Get Sky Stream, Sky Entertainment, Netflix, Sky Sports and Sky Superfast Broadband for only £59 a month If sport isn’t your thing then you can add Sky Cinema and its library of over 1,000 films and continual new releases, originals and Hollywood premieres for just £8 a month. On top of that, you can easily add Superfast Broadband, which gives you Sky Stream, Cinema, Entertainment, Netflix and Wi-Fi for just £47 a month! Get Sky Stream, Sky Entertainment, Netflix, Sky Cinema and Sky Superfast Broadband for only £47 a month Get Sky Stream Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £22 a month
Bring the family together with Sky Glass
Revolutionise family TV time with Sky Glass where you can watch, play, workout, and connect with loved ones, all in one place.
If you're looking to take your family television time to the next level then Sky Glass is here to help. Whether you're cosying up for the footy on a Sunday afternoon, catching up on a series post-dinner, or bunkering down for a movie marathon during the school holidays, Sky Glass makes entertainment hassle-free. The state-of-the-art Smart TV puts all of your favourite shows, films, and sports in one place without the need for any dishes, boxes, or fuss. It provides premium sound and picture quality, allowing for an elite viewing experience inside your home and is the only TV which has Sky inside. Sky Glass comes with Sky Ultimate TV which gives you hundreds of exclusive Sky shows along with an accompanying Netflix subscription, so there is a huge library of content for all ages and all preferences. You might want to ride out the colder months by rewatching Harry Potter, or keep the children entertained on rainy days with Rugrats and Spongebob, Sky Glass gives you access to all. And, when the children go to bed, there’s plenty for the adults to get stuck into as well. Sky Originals such as A Discovery of Witches, Bulletproof, Gangs of London, Riveria and Ceornobyl will have you glued to the TV. So, if you’re interested in a Sky Glass, don’t wait around, because at the moment you can get Sky Glass with an accompanying Sky Entertainment and Netflix package (Ultimate TV) for the discounted price of £36 a month. However, you had better act quickly as this limited-time offer expires on the 21st of March. If you’re still wondering if a Sky Glass is right for you, we’ve got all the information you need to know before purchasing. This guide will explain what Sky Glass is, how to use it, and how much each plan will cost. Get Sky Glass with Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £36 a month What is Sky Glass? Sky Glass is a smart television which has all of Sky’s channels living inside of it and it works using Wi-Fi. It removes the need for any extra hardware, boxes, dishes/satellites and allows you to stream all of your favourite shows from all of your favourite apps in one place. Sky Glass is made to enhance your viewing experience and not only does it make manoeuvring the world of TV and streaming effortless, it also focuses on making sure the picture quality and sound are at its highest level. Six powerful Dolby Atmos speakers ensure 360° sound and Sky Glass’s Auto-Enhance feature identifies what you’re watching, automatically tailoring the sound to match this. It has three sound options: sport, music and movie mode, meaning you’ll always have that front-row feeling, be that in a stadium, concert, or cinema. Auto-Enhance doesn’t just tailor the sound to these but also the picture, adjusting it to make the darks darker and brights brighter. Sky Glass’s 4K Quantum Dot screen allows for all of this to happen and with 8.3 million pixels, a crystal clear picture is guaranteed. The screen also allows you to watch in 4K Ultra HD, promising the sharpest colours and seamless streaming. When you buy a Sky Glass it will come with a voice-controlled remote which helps you instantly seek out your desired content. You can create playlists for your favourite shows and restart any programme from the beginning which you’ve missed the start of. It has normal sky features such as recording, a new ‘save for later’ option and stores everything on the cloud, so you won’t need to worry about storage or clashing programs. Plus, Sky Glass is the world’s first TV to be certified carbon neutral. What sizes is the Sky Glass TV available in? Sky Glass TV is available in three sizes, small, medium or large. The small screen is 43 inches, the medium is 55 inches, and the large is 65 inches. The price increases the larger your TV. Sky Glass is also available in five different colourways: Anthracite Black, Ocean Blue, Racing Green, Dusky Pink and Ceramic White. You can also choose to customise the TV's speaker colour with these options. Get Sky Glass with Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £36 a month How does Sky Glass work? Sky Glass prides itself on being easy to set up and easy to use. It comes with a TV stand and only one cable that you need to plug in. It works using Wi-Fi, so all channels, apps, games, and extra add-ons can be used in an instant. When you buy a Sky Glass, you must sign up for their Entertainment and Netflix package (Sky Ultimate TV). From here, you can enjoy all regular television channels, Sky originals and exclusives, as well as Netflix’s extensive library. When buying a Sky Glass, you also have the option of adding Sky Live, an interactive camera designed to turn your TV into an all-round gaming, fitness, and video experience. What is Sky Live? Sky Live is one of the add-ons you can choose to accompany your Sky Glass. Sky Live is an interactive camera which connects to your TV and allows you to chat with friends and family, watch TV and live sports together, work out, and play games, for only £6 a month. With the chat function, you can call phones, tablets, and other TVs, directly from your Sky Glass. Powered by Zoom, you can connect to loved ones through your big screen. The same technology allows you to watch along with friends and family. You can enjoy live sports, series, and films, together, even if you’re in a different room, home, or country. Sky Live doesn’t just boost socialising, but workouts as well. You can connect to a digital personal trainer and the camera will use tracking to analyse your moves and give you pointers on form and technique. Whether it’s HIIT or meditation, the digital personal trainer can then relay these pointers back to you. Finally, Sky Live allows you to play interactive games. With Motion Control, you can chop the air in Fruit Ninja or link up with other households for a game of Monopoly. Sky Live costs £6 a month over 48 months, £12 a month over 24 months, and £290 if you want to pay it all at once. You can also add Superfast Broadband for an extra £17 a month or Ultrafast Sky Broadband for an extra £38. Get Sky Glass with Sky Live and Sky Ultimate TV for just £42 a month Get Sky Glass with Sky TV and Netflix and Superfast Broadband with Sky Live for £59 a month Get Sky Glass with Sky TV and Netflix and Ultrafast Broadband with Sky Live for £80 a month What channels do you get with Sky Glass? When you buy a Sky Glass, you have to subscribe to Sky’s Entertainment and Netflix package as standard. This gives you access to all your standard television channels, Sky Originals and Exclusives, and Netflix Basic. With this deal, you can enjoy Sky Originals such as Gangs of London, Chernobyl and Succession. With access to Netflix, you can get stuck into Sex Education, The Witcher or keep the kids happy with Rugrats. You’ll also get access to the likes of BBC, ITV and Channel 4, along with their catch-up apps. If you want to customise your TV package you can add on one or more of Sky’s many TV options. These include the likes of Sky Sports, for £20 a month, Sky Cinema, for £10 a month and Sky Kids, for £6 a month. You can also add Superfast Sky Broadband to your Sky Glass for an extra £17 or Ultrafast Sky Broadband for an extra £38. Get Sky Glass with Sky TV and Netflix and Superfast Broadband for £53 a month Get Sky Glass with Sky TV and Netflix and Ultrafast Broadband for £74 How much does Sky Glass cost? Sky Glass has different prices depending on the size of the television, what Sky package you opt for, and the amount of time you want to spread the cost over. You have to sign up for a Sky Entertainment and Netflix package with each Sky Glass, currently, this is discounted at £22 a month. Here’s how much each different size of Sky Glass TV costs on top of this: Small The small-sized Sky Glass, with a 43-inch screen, will cost £14 a month, over 48-monthly payments, with a £10 upfront cost. For a 24-month payment plan, the small Sky Glass will cost you £28 a month, with a £20 upfront cost. Alternatively, you could pay it all at once, with a £699 one-off payment. Get a small Sky Glass from £14 a month Medium The medium-sized Sky Glass, with a 55-inch screen size, will cost you £19 a month on a 48-month payment plan, with a £10 upfront fee. On a 24-month plan, this will be £38 with a £20 upfront fee. You could also pay it all off with a one-off payment of £949. Get a medium Sky Glass from £19 a month Large The large-sized Sky Glass, with a 65-inch screen size, will cost you £24 a month on a 48-month payment plan with a £10 upfront fee. On a 24-month plan, this will be £48 with a £20 upfront fee. You could also pay it all off with a one-off payment of £1,199. Get a large Sky Glass from £24 a month If you want to personalise your TV, you can choose a different colour for no extra cost, or change the colour of your speakers for £39. Get Sky Glass with Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £36 a month Where to buy a Sky Glass TV You can only buy the Sky Glass TV directly from Sky. You can choose to pay for it all at once or choose to split the cost over 24 or 48 months. Up until the 21st of March, you can get a Sky Glass plus Sky Entertainment and Netflix (Ultimate TV) for just £36 a month. Get Sky Glass with Sky Entertainment and Netflix for just £36 a month
Why you should treat yourself to a Marella cruise
From top-tier facilities to first-class onboard entertainment, Marella Cruises has everything you need to explore the world in style.
If you want all the fun of a holiday with none of the planning, a Marella cruise could be just what you’re looking for. Whether you want to explore Caribbean islands or sail around Asia, all you have to do is make a quick and easy booking online, over the phone or in your local TUI store – then sit back and let Marella Cruises take care of the rest. Each Marella cruise includes flights, luggage, transfers, meals, drinks, tips and service charges, all in one simple package. You’ll also be able to enjoy a full programme of entertainment throughout your holiday, from early morning exercise classes to West-End style shows every night. No matter if your idea of fun is a cooking class, a lively pub quiz, laid-back live music or late-night dancing, there truly is something for everyone on a Marella cruise. Whatever you decide to do, you can be sure you’ll always be greeted with a warm welcome from the moment you step onboard. So, where do you want to go first? With more than 140 destinations to choose from, the world is your oyster with Marella Cruises. If you’re keen to explore some of the places you’ve only ever seen on-screen, here are just four of the spectacular regions you can visit… Asia If you’re a Bond fan, Marella’s Asia cruises offer the perfect opportunity to see some of the iconic Thai filming locations for Sir Roger Moore’s The Man with the Golden Gun. A stop in Laem Chabang provides easy access to Bangkok, where you can wander along the beautiful Khlong Dan canal, which stars in the thrilling boat chase scene. Plus, you can visit the breath-taking Phang Nga Bay near Phuket, where you’ll spot the famous ‘James Bond Island’ that appeared in the film. Also in this region, you may recognise a few landmarks from the critically acclaimed sci-fi series, Westworld, while in Singapore. Season 3 saw scenes filmed in a range of locations across the city-state, from the glitzy Orchard Road shopping strip to the sculptural Helix Bridge, which offers stunning views of the metropolitan skyline. Book now The Caribbean Pirates of the Caribbean is probably one of the first film series that comes to mind when you think of this region, and Marella’s Caribbean cruises are a great way to see all the incredible scenery from the films up close. The dramatic cliffs and lush foliage of Dominica served as a backdrop to various scenes in the second film, Dead Man’s Chest, including the famous water wheel fight between Jack Sparrow, Will Turner and James Norrington. Or you might want to explore Puerto Rico, which is home to the deserted island beach from the end of the fourth film, On Stranger Tides. Also in Puerto Rico, you can look out for various locations from comedy film The Rum Diary. Many of the street scenes are shot in the oldest parts of the island’s capital, San Juan, known for its brightly coloured buildings. Meanwhile, the beach house scenes were filmed along a pristine stretch of sand in the town of Vega Baja. Book now Eastern Mediterranean Bursting with history and culture, Marella’s Eastern Mediterranean cruises sail to some of the most famous cities in Europe. You could climb up to the Acropolis of Athens in Greece, which you might have already seen on screen in the six-part spy thriller The Little Drummer Girl. In fact, that scene was the first ever night shoot to happen at the landmark, and the first time anyone has been allowed to fly a drone over it. Over in Croatia, you could explore Dubrovnik’s old town, which was the main filming location for the fictional city of King’s Landing in Game of Thrones. There, you can visit Lovrijenac Fort, which is used as the Red Keep in the series, as well as Dubrovnik West Pier, which is the site for the battle of Blackwater Bay. You’ll also want to check out Gradac Park, which is where the Purple Wedding scene was filmed. Book now Western Mediterranean Marella’s Western Mediterranean cruises will take you to an array of extraordinary cities across France, Spain and Portugal. If you choose to cruise around Italy, you’ll be able to explore some of the postcard-worthy places that appear in The Talented Mr Ripley, such as Palermo in Sicily, the idyllic island of Ischia in the Bay of Naples, and of course Rome, which you can visit from Civitavecchia. Italy’s capital also happens to be where much of Angels and Demons was shot. From Cadiz in Spain, you can visit the sunny city of Seville, famous for its historic churches, Moorish buildings and flamenco dancing. The city’s elegant Plaza de España was used to film scenes of Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, posing as the city of Theed on the planet Naboo. Book now Want to Live Happy on a Marella cruise? Book now
Discover Nassau: the charming Caribbean Island that has it all
Combining the ease of the tropics with the delights of the big city, Nassau Paradise Island in The Bahamas has all the makings of the perfect winter sun getaway.
Your favourite TV shows are great at providing a much-needed bit of escapism when you need it, but nothing compares to the real thing – and destinations don’t get much more spectacular than Nassau. Sure, The Bahamas has long been considered a playground of the rich and famous, but with its breath-taking natural beauty and warm welcome, its appeal is universal. Whether you’re planning a fun-filled family holiday or simply want to enjoy some quality R&R with your partner, Nassau has something for everyone; from the most incredible waterparks and serene beaches to spectacular bars and restaurants. Better still, if you’re a James Bond fan, this place will feel like a real-life film set, as it’s been used to shoot not one, but four movies in the much-loved franchise. The Sean Connery-fronted Never Say Never Again and Thunderball were filmed at the iconic British Colonial Hotel, while Daniel Craig’s Casino Royale was shot at the lavish The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort. Roger Moore’s The Spy Who Loved Me was also shot here (though only the underwater scenes!). Read on to discover why this island metropolis has all you could want from a holiday destination. Next-level accommodation Nassau Paradise Island has a great range of accommodations to suit different budgets and tastes. At Atlantis Paradise Island, you can experience Bahamian culture, and marine activities along its five-mile coastline, while Baha Mar includes three hotel experiences – Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, Rosewood Baha Mar, and SLS Baha Mar – on 3,000 square feet of pristine beaches. Because Baha Mar and Atlantis are member resorts, you can enjoy added value with unlimited access to their incredible waterparks, kids and teen clubs and private beaches. And you won’t be pushed to find a good meal either, with each resort offering multiple restaurants that serve up some of the best food on the island. In the heart of Nassau, meanwhile, you’ll find the newly opened Margaritaville Beach Resort, where every room comes complete with a stunning ocean view. Then there’s Comfort Suites Paradise Island, where modern amenities are combined with affordable comfort, and it’s the same story over at the island’s charming Bay View Suites. These self-catering villas and townhouses provide a comfortable base for the more independent traveller. And perched on a pristine stretch of Cable Beach is Nassau’s newest luxury resort experience: Goldwynn Resort & Residences. This stunning resort harks back to the golden age of travel, with thoughtful, personalised touches for you to enjoy throughout your stay. Its secluded location ensures a private, restful retreat, while still being conveniently close to everything Nassau has to offer. You can choose accommodation with up to three bedrooms and exquisite ocean views, and amenities include a wealth of fine dining options, an infinity pool and a full-service spa, plus an attentive butler service is offered with select suites. There are also exclusive ocean-side cabanas made for lounging, or if you’re feeling more active, paddleboards and kayaks available to hire. The resort can provide water toys for children too, and guests get a discount on entry to the nearby Baha Bay waterpark. Make a splash If your idea of family fun involves hitting a water park, then you’ve come to the right place. Nassau has three impressive parks to its name, including Aquaventure, which sits across a whopping 141 acres, and if you stay at the Comfort Suites or Atlantis Paradise Island, you’ll have entirely free access. Baha Mar’s Baha Bay is another highlight – inspired by the natural beauty of The Bahamas, this water park is designed to fuse relaxing island vibes with exhilarating fun for the entire family. At Margaritaville Beach Resort, you’ll find Fins Up Water Park where thrilling slides meet tranquil lazy rivers. For more inspiration and information, click here. Treat your taste buds From traditional French cuisine to the freshest local seafood, Nassau’s vast and varied dining scene offers something for every palate. For sushi in a wonderfully glamorous setting, head to Nobu inside the Atlantis Paradise Island casino, or for steak, make your way to Carna Baha Mar. The contemporary steakhouse serves up the finest prime cuts sourced from the best farms all over the world, with legendary butcher Dario Cecchini at the helm. Drinks enthusiasts, meanwhile, will relish a rum tour at John Watling’s Distillery. Set on a charming 18th century estate, this distillery has proudly provided high-quality spirits to the Nassau area since 2003. If wine is more your thing, how about becoming a winemaker for the day and creating your own unique bottle with a wine blending class at Bahama Barrels by Graycliff? To help concoct the perfect tipple, an experienced Californian winemaker will provide all the information you need to help you formulate your wine, taking you through everything from tannins and acidity, to balance and finish. You’ll even get to taste wines from around the world to stir your inspiration. How will you unwind? Relaxation, of course, certainly doesn’t look the same for everyone. While some may like to unwind with a book on the beach or a day at the spa, others may prefer an afternoon on the golf course or an evening at the casino. Happily, Nassau caters to all. If Nassau’s awe-inspiring ocean views have inspired you to seek further rejuvenation, then the many spas on the island are sure to do the trick. You can discover serenity with centuries-old Asian traditions and Bahamian hospitality at The Ocean Club Spa, for instance, or enjoy luxurious European spa techniques with a distinctive Caribbean flair at the Red Lane Spa at the recently renovated Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort. Feeling lucky? Then a night at the Atlantis Paradise Island Casino will be ideal for you. Along with 85 gaming tables and 700 slot machines, you’ll find world-class DJs performing at Aura Nightclub and top comedians taking to the stage at Joker’s Wild. For drinks with a view, it doesn’t get much better than Skybar. The only rooftop lounge in New Providence, its open air, ivy-covered pavilion is perched above SLS Baha Mar and provides an idyllic oasis to take in the sun and enjoy impeccably fresh cocktails. 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Discover the new darkly comic romantic drama you’ll fall head over heels for
Sharp, witty and unlike any romcom you’ve seen before, The Lovers is the latest Sky Original series you need to watch.
Starring Roisin Gallagher (The Dry, The Fall) as Janet and Johnny Flynn (Beast, Emma) as Seamus, The Lovers is a sexy and darkly funny love story. It's a refreshing take on the ‘when worlds collide’ narrative, with Belfast providing the romantic backdrop to the action. Love at first fight It must be said that Janet is a far cry from your usual heroine. She’s a foul-mouthed, hilarious supermarket worker who doesn’t seem to care about very much at all. Instead, she drives her long-suffering boss and colleagues to despair and sees very little reason in living – quite the opposite to handsome, self-centred political broadcaster Seamus. On the surface, Seamus’s life looks pretty much perfect. He lives in London with his celebrity girlfriend and has just been given a new show to present, filming in Belfast… It's here that Seamus unexpectedly drops into Janet’s world (literally over her garden wall) and, given they’re from two completely different worlds, it’s little wonder the pair immediately clash – and yet they also find themselves inextricably drawn to each other. Of course, with much standing in their way, including opposing values and backgrounds, not to mention Seamus’s girlfriend and a dark secret Janet is harbouring from her past, can these two overcome everything that divides them to find happiness Packed full of laugh-out-loud moments that’ll have you thinking, “I can’t believe they just said that,” The Lovers is the ultimate portrayal of when something that seems to be so utterly wrong, could in fact be so utterly right. The Lovers is available to watch from 7th September on Sky.
Discover how to recreate a theatre experience at home
When you choose a top-of-the-range smart TV like Sky Glass, you’ll find a night on your sofa easily rivals an evening spent at the cinema
Whether you want to relax solely in the company of your favourite film or gather together your loved ones to really make a night of it, one thing’s for sure: you’ll want a smart TV that can match your enthusiasm. Happily, Sky Glass has thought of pretty much everything, it’s not just another TV, it’s smarter than a smart TV. So, if you’re looking for ways to take your TV viewing experience to the next level, then read on… Make it crystal clear It’s almost impossible to lose yourself in a movie or series when the picture and sound quality aren’t up to scratch, so it’s important to go for a TV that delivers on both fronts. Boasting pixel-perfect 4K HDR, Sky Glass’s exceptionally detailed picture will help you feel like you’re really there. Plus, it comes with six speakers built in with Dolby Atmos® for a truly spine-tingling experience. It really is the best TV for movies! Save time searching With so many streaming services now available, finding something to watch can be seriously time-consuming. Instead, you can ask Sky Glass to find your favourite flick in a flash using the voice control function. Better still, the Playlist feature allows you to save your favourite movie to watch later, so when you’re sat down with your popcorn, you can do away with endless scrolling and dive straight in. Never miss a thing Picture the scene: you’ve poured yourself a drink, dimmed the lights, settled into the sofa, and are finally ready to enjoy that show you’ve been eyeing – only to realise it started 20 minutes ago. While being able to pause, rewind and restart on demand TV is nothing new, Sky Glass extends the privilege to live TV too, so you’ll never have to miss a moment again. Make your set-up seamless It’s usually the case that more mod cons also mean more wires. One of the benefits of Sky Glass is that everything is built in, meaning no need for messy wires and a cluttered living room set up. With six speakers built in and no dish or box needed, the mess of extra soundbars and tangled wires beneath your TV will be a thing of the past. Sounds good, right? Add an extra special touch If you want to keep the good times going long after your film has ended, Sky has introduced the all-new Sky Live, an interactive camera that brings gaming, as well as workouts and connectivity, exclusive to your Sky Glass smart TV. Find out more about Sky Glass and how it can transform your viewing experience.
6 iconic filming locations you can see for yourself on a TUI City Break
When you book a City Break with TUI, you can live the magic of your best-loved movies and TV shows – while knowing everything else is taken care of
Sometimes, you just need to get away from it all for a few days; and if a city break is calling your name, TUI has just the thing, with more than 60 city breaks available across the world. From European getaways that are brimming with culture and sights to far-flung adventures that are sure to wow, TUI City Breaks come in all shapes and sizes and include some of the world’s most iconic metropolises. When you’re planning a city break, you’ll want to make sure everything is arranged in advance so you can truly get the most out of your holiday. Happily, TUI gives you more choice on where and when you fly. Plus, all the handpicked hotels are within easy reach of the top sights. The travel company even offers a range of expert-led TUI collection experiences to ensure you don’t miss out on any of the good stuff while you’re there. And to make things even simpler, you can book your trip all in one place – there’s even a quick and easy app! With all that sorted for you, all that’s left to think about is where you’ll visit first. Of course, with more than 60 destinations to choose from, that may be trickier than you think. If you’re a real TV and film fan, why not visit the locations of some of your favourites? TUI’s extensive list of cities covers plenty of recognisable spots. Here, we take a look at some of the best… The White Lotus, Palermo While most of The White Lotus season 2 was filmed in Sicily’s beautiful hilltop town of Taormina, some of the scenes were shot in the capital city of Palermo. You may recall the episode in which Daphne (Meghann Fahy) springs an overnight surprise visit on Harper (Aubrey Plaza) after they take a day trip to Noto. The breath-taking villa they stay in is actually Palermo’s Villa Tasca. A neoclassical marvel, replete with mosaics and sumptuous furnishings, the villa is surrounded by an oasis that protects one of Sicily’s most emblematic Victorian-era Romantic gardens, which are open to the public. And when you’re done wandering these glorious grounds, you’ll have the rest of Palermo – with its architectural influences from all over the world – to explore. 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Visit in late spring and early autumn for the most favourable temperatures. The Night Manager, Palma This thrilling espionage drama is filmed across the island of Mallorca, with the capital Palma unsurprisingly making a few appearances. The city’s Gothic church of Santa Eulalia served as the backdrop to Angela Burr’s (Olivia Colman) conversation with lawyer Juan Apostol (Antonio de la Torre) – a call that viewers were made to believe took place in Madrid. The terrace of Sadrassana Restaurant, a popular spot in Palma’s old town that serves up traditional local cuisine, also makes an appearance. The writer himself, John Le Carré, participated in a scene filmed at Bahia Mediterraneo, the backdrop to one of the most uncomfortably intense moments in which Corkoran (Tom Hollander) suffers a complete meltdown in front of his boss Richard Roper (Hugh Laurie). TUI city breaks to Palma include stays at the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=951320&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LGW&flexibility=true&when=01-05-2023&pkg=1270056205%2F3%2F485%2F4&tra_o=E51210f5748654201edd208101114bd67&tra_i=Ee33219de2a3daec01c034d2607b6de3d&units%5B0%5D=951320%3AHOTEL&packageId=951320ESMJ057516828992000001682985600000EZY809116832448000001683244800000EZY6448TW011270056205%2F3%2F485%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=BB&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=TW01&rmbb=BB&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D951320%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLGW%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D01-05-2023%26pkg%3D1270056205%2F3%2F485%2F4%26tra_o%3DE51210f5748654201edd208101114bd67%26tra_i%3DEe33219de2a3daec01c034d2607b6de3d%26units%255B%255D%3D951320%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D951320ESMJ057516828992000001682985600000EZY809116832448000001683244800000EZY6448TW011270056205%2F3%2F485%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DTW01%26rmbb%3DBB%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">3* Cook’s Club Palma Beach and the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=002281&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LTN&flexibility=true&when=27-03-2023&pkg=1320372888%2F3%2F450%2F4&tra_o=E98c4700aeecd4c384d3d2ea34aef36d9&tra_i=Efdf771cb4f475635c8a2e6de1042f212&units%5B0%5D=002281%3AHOTEL&packageId=002281ESMJ003516798752000001679875200000EZY725116802208000001680220800000EZY2330TW011320372888%2F3%2F450%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=BB&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=TW01&rmbb=BB&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D002281%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLTN%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D27-03-2023%26pkg%3D1320372888%2F3%2F450%2F4%26tra_o%3DE98c4700aeecd4c384d3d2ea34aef36d9%26tra_i%3DEfdf771cb4f475635c8a2e6de1042f212%26units%255B%255D%3D002281%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D002281ESMJ003516798752000001679875200000EZY725116802208000001680220800000EZY2330TW011320372888%2F3%2F450%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DTW01%26rmbb%3DBB%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">5* Valparaiso Palace & Spa. Visit between August and September for the highest temperatures, though the sub-tropical climate offers sunshine throughout the year. Money Heist, Madrid This Spanish heist crime drama has won legions of fans all over the world and you can visit plenty of significant shooting locations in Madrid. While filming outside the Royal Mint, where the robbery supposedly takes place, is strictly prohibited for security reasons, the show instead opted for the exterior of the similar looking Spanish National Research Council – and the good news is both can be easily found in the capital. In season 3, there’s the unforgettable moment when more than 140 million euros fall towards a sea of people in Callao Square – and the big screens The Professor (Álvaro Morte) uses to announce Rio’s (Miguel Herrán) illegal detention are there for you to see all year round. Don’t expect any money falling from the sky though! 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Visit in May, June or September for comfortable temperatures and a mostly dry climate. Emily in Paris, Paris Just minutes into an episode of this glitzy Netflix hit, you’ll see plenty of glamorous shots over the Seine along with many scenes set in popular locales, so it’s easy to take a walk in Emily Cooper’s (Lily Collins) stylish footsteps. There’s Pont Alexandre III, the picturesque bridge – loved for its views of the Grand Palais and Eiffel Tower – where Emily films a perfume advertisement with client Maison Lavaux. The Musée d’Orsay, one of the most famous museums in the City of Light where you’ll find the works of Monet, Manet and Renoir, also features. Plus, there’s L’Atelier des Lumières; an abandoned factory-turned-art-space that Emily visits with her neighbour (and love interest) Gabriel and his girlfriend Camille. Here, you can immerse yourself in the works of Kandinsky and Cèzanne. TUI city breaks to Paris include stays at the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=950601&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=2&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=BRS&flexibility=true&when=20-03-2023&pkg=1251714412%2F3%2F443%2F2&tra_o=E4eb7a31e544e6fb02807558d180d231e&tra_i=Ed58e52a55d4e19b5d962946e27a3fa0c&units%5B0%5D=950601%3AHOTEL&packageId=950601X810061316792704000001679270400000EZY622316794432000001679443200000EZY6222U00121251714412%2F3%2F443%2F2&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0012&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D950601%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D2%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DBRS%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D20-03-2023%26pkg%3D1251714412%2F3%2F443%2F2%26tra_o%3DE4eb7a31e544e6fb02807558d180d231e%26tra_i%3DEd58e52a55d4e19b5d962946e27a3fa0c%26units%255B%255D%3D950601%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D950601X810061316792704000001679270400000EZY622316794432000001679443200000EZY6222U00121251714412%2F3%2F443%2F2%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0012%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">4* The Original Boutique, Maison Montmartre, Paris or the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=029674&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=2&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=BRS&flexibility=true&when=20-03-2023&pkg=1251695071%2F3%2F443%2F2&tra_o=E4eb7a31e544e6fb02807558d180d231e&tra_i=Ed58e52a55d4e19b5d962946e27a3fa0c&units%5B0%5D=029674%3AHOTEL&packageId=029674X810059916792704000001679270400000EZY622316794432000001679443200000EZY6222U00121251695071%2F3%2F443%2F2&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0012&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D029674%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D2%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DBRS%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D20-03-2023%26pkg%3D1251695071%2F3%2F443%2F2%26tra_o%3DE4eb7a31e544e6fb02807558d180d231e%26tra_i%3DEd58e52a55d4e19b5d962946e27a3fa0c%26units%255B%255D%3D029674%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D029674X810059916792704000001679270400000EZY622316794432000001679443200000EZY6222U00121251695071%2F3%2F443%2F2%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0012%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">3* Lorette Astotel. Visit in July for the warmest temperatures, or consider a spring or autumn trip if you’d prefer to dodge the crowds. Baptiste, Amsterdam The first season of this acclaimed The Missing spin-off sees never-quite-retired detective Julien Baptiste (Tchéky Karyo) roped into the search for a missing woman while taking a trip to Amsterdam with his family. Shot predominantly in the heart of the city, we see the supersleuth strut around central canal Oudezijds Achterburgwal and pass the neon lights of the Casa Rosso bar. The National Monument also makes an appearance, as does De Nieuwe Kerk (The New Church), one of the oldest churches in Amsterdam that’s now used as an exhibition space. TUI city breaks to Amsterdam include stays at the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=952882&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LGW&flexibility=true&when=19-03-2023&pkg=1326404216%2F3%2F442%2F4&tra_o=E2e6dd91254b61ce0288d1b11565ddc39&tra_i=E8188e245469e593d4cc069bbad2332ca&units%5B0%5D=952882%3AHOTEL&packageId=952882X810184816791840000001679184000000EZY887116795296000001679529600000EZY8868U00641326404216%2F3%2F442%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0064&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D952882%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLGW%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D19-03-2023%26pkg%3D1326404216%2F3%2F442%2F4%26tra_o%3DE2e6dd91254b61ce0288d1b11565ddc39%26tra_i%3DE8188e245469e593d4cc069bbad2332ca%26units%255B%255D%3D952882%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D952882X810184816791840000001679184000000EZY887116795296000001679529600000EZY8868U00641326404216%2F3%2F442%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0064%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">4* Olympic Hotel Amsterdam or the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=952924&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LTN&flexibility=true&when=28-03-2023&pkg=1326441877%2F3%2F451%2F4&tra_o=E7762aa1b346be1c6e1a63c948d2bbfa3&tra_i=Ef7681af2574e40f9fd8addb125dff291&units%5B0%5D=952924%3AHOTEL&packageId=952924X810186516799616000001679961600000EZY783216803072000001680307200000EZY2512U00121326441877%2F3%2F451%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0012&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D952924%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLTN%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D28-03-2023%26pkg%3D1326441877%2F3%2F451%2F4%26tra_o%3DE7762aa1b346be1c6e1a63c948d2bbfa3%26tra_i%3DEf7681af2574e40f9fd8addb125dff291%26units%255B%255D%3D952924%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D952924X810186516799616000001679961600000EZY783216803072000001680307200000EZY2512U00121326441877%2F3%2F451%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0012%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">4* NH Amsterdam Zuid. Visit in April to for the lowest rainfall and the fun of several national holidays, or consider September for smaller crowds. Sex and the City, New York City It’s been almost 25 years since this much-loved sitcom made its debut, and while fans became enamoured with the often drama-filled lives of its four New Yorkers: Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker), Miranda Hobbes (Cynthia Nixon), Samantha Jones (Kim Cattrall) and Charlotte York (Kristin Davis), the Big Apple also played an undeniable role in the show’s success. Carrie’s apartment building – located in the West Village – should be first on your list of must-sees, followed closely by The Magnolia Bakery, where Carrie and Miranda ate those divine-looking cupcakes in season 3. The Plaza Hotel, a 19-storey luxury hotel located on Central Park South, also appeared in a number of episodes, the most memorable moment being when a heartbroken Carrie discovered Mr Big (Chris Noth) was celebrating his engagement to another woman there. TUI city breaks to New York City include stays at the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=972121&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LHR&flexibility=true&when=17-04-2023&pkg=1410972614%2F3%2F471%2F4&tra_o=A522b9958c90edb4404c92b6f2a8a9131&tra_i=A522b9958c90edb4404c92b6f2a8a9131&units%5B0%5D=972121%3AHOTEL&packageId=972121USNY000116816896000001681689600000AA10116820352000001682035200000AA142DD021410972614%2F3%2F471%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=BB&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=DD02&rmbb=BB&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D972121%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLHR%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D17-04-2023%26pkg%3D1410972614%2F3%2F471%2F4%26tra_o%3DA522b9958c90edb4404c92b6f2a8a9131%26tra_i%3DA522b9958c90edb4404c92b6f2a8a9131%26units%255B%255D%3D972121%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D972121USNY000116816896000001681689600000AA10116820352000001682035200000AA142DD021410972614%2F3%2F471%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DDD02%26rmbb%3DBB%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">4* Riu Plaza New York Times Square or the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=953820&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LGW&flexibility=true&when=16-03-2023&pkg=4416560486%2F3%2F439%2F4&tra_o=A0494b4da40d83a8e2a7a56e643abce65&tra_i=A0494b4da40d83a8e2a7a56e643abce65&units%5B0%5D=953820%3AHOTEL&packageId=953820X810275116789248000001678924800000B6214416792704000001679356800000B62143U03484416560486%2F3%2F439%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=BB&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0348&rmbb=BB&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D953820%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLGW%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D16-03-2023%26pkg%3D4416560486%2F3%2F439%2F4%26tra_o%3DA0494b4da40d83a8e2a7a56e643abce65%26tra_i%3DA0494b4da40d83a8e2a7a56e643abce65%26units%255B%255D%3D953820%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D953820X810275116789248000001678924800000B6214416792704000001679356800000B62143U03484416560486%2F3%2F439%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0348%26rmbb%3DBB%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DBB%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">3* Plus Hilton Garden Inn Chelsea. Visit in the spring or early autumn for comfortable exploring temperatures or take a trip in the winter for the seriously festive vibes. The Young Pope, Rome This 2016 mini-series saw Jude Law star as Lenny Belardo, alias Pius XIII, the first American Pope in history. Along with a stellar cast that also included Dianne Keaton, James Cromwell and Silvio Orlando, it was a drama dripping with incredible atmosphere, and laced with controversy and more than its fair share of humour. While the series appeared to be filmed inside Vatican City, that was really just a lot of smoke and mirrors. As you’d expect, shooting inside the confines of Vatican City is strictly forbidden, as is filming at the Pope’s sprawling summer residence in Castel Gandolfo. Nevertheless, the show’s production team got creative and recorded in several villas and public gardens around Rome, such as Villa Pamphili (which provided a stand-in for Castel Gandolfo). Of course, when you book a TUI City Break to Rome, you can feast your eyes on the real Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. TUI City Breaks to Rome include stays at the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=952707&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LGW&flexibility=true&when=20-03-2023&pkg=1322582975%2F3%2F443%2F4&tra_o=E89851be469c60474f941b03cb1d4f99e&tra_i=E9f668ab149deb1fd324aed6553cb7be3&units%5B0%5D=952707%3AHOTEL&packageId=952707X810165716792704000001679270400000VY622716796160000001679616000000VY6228U00121322582975%2F3%2F443%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U0012&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D952707%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLGW%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D20-03-2023%26pkg%3D1322582975%2F3%2F443%2F4%26tra_o%3DE89851be469c60474f941b03cb1d4f99e%26tra_i%3DE9f668ab149deb1fd324aed6553cb7be3%26units%255B%255D%3D952707%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D952707X810165716792704000001679270400000VY622716796160000001679616000000VY6228U00121322582975%2F3%2F443%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU0012%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">3* Alessandrino or the <a href="https://tui-uk.7cnq.net/c/1236178/651773/10316?productCode=952710&tab=overview&noOfAdults=2&noOfChildren=0&duration=4&flexibleDays=&airports%5B0%5D=LGW&flexibility=true&when=18-03-2023&pkg=1322608548%2F3%2F441%2F4&tra_o=E3b90103d2874d65f905e95f5b403fdde&tra_i=Ee451ba5ad9e12157d331199e48697edc&units%5B0%5D=952710%3AHOTEL&packageId=952710X810165516790976000001679097600000VY622716794432000001679443200000VY6228U38201322608548%2F3%2F441%2F4&multiSelect=true&index=1&brandType=T&dp=t&bb=RO&price=pp&rmpc=1%7C2%7C0%7C0%7C0%7C&rmtp=U3820&rmbb=RO&fc=n&greatDealDiscount=0&subId1=radiotimes-1803190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tui.co.uk%2Fdestinations%2Fbookaccommodation%3FproductCode%3D952710%26tab%3Doverview%26noOfAdults%3D2%26noOfChildren%3D0%26duration%3D4%26flexibleDays%3D%26airports%255B%255D%3DLGW%26flexibility%3Dtrue%26when%3D18-03-2023%26pkg%3D1322608548%2F3%2F441%2F4%26tra_o%3DE3b90103d2874d65f905e95f5b403fdde%26tra_i%3DEe451ba5ad9e12157d331199e48697edc%26units%255B%255D%3D952710%3AHOTEL%26packageId%3D952710X810165516790976000001679097600000VY622716794432000001679443200000VY6228U38201322608548%2F3%2F441%2F4%26multiSelect%3Dtrue%26index%3D1%26%26brandType%3DT%26dp%3Dt%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp%26rmpc%3D1%257C2%257C0%257C0%257C0%257C%26rmtp%3DU3820%26rmbb%3DRO%26fc%3Dn%26greatDealDiscount%3D0%26bb%3DRO%26price%3Dpp" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">4* Pulitzer Roma. Visit between late May and September for warmer temperatures and little to no rain. So, are you ready to Live Happy on a TUI City Break? Explore now
Gemma Arterton brings the swinging '60s flooding back in this new drama
Arterton sparkles in Funny Woman, the bright, bold and brave new Sky Original based on the best-selling novel by Nick Hornby.
As the title might suggest, Funny Woman is a drama that puts the female experience of '60s Britain front and centre. But in an era when opportunities are in short supply, Barbara Parker just wants one thing: to be funny on her own terms. The show’s empowering message is what drew producer and lead star Gemma Arterton (Quantum of Solace, Murder Mystery) to the project. "Barbara was a character that I feel like I’ve always wanted to play and there’s a lot of stuff in there that I got to let out," she said. From the outset, we see our heroine objectified by the men around her as she’s crowned Miss Blackpool Belle 1964. Barbara’s response, however, is to promptly leave her fiancé and adoring father behind for the glitz of swinging London to pursue her dreams of a comedy career. "One of the things that Barbara struggles with is people judging her physically rather than what she can do and that happens a lot with women in workspaces," says Arterton. But having adopted the stage name Sophie Straw, she eventually finds herself with a lead part in a studio sitcom, much to the delight of her father, with whom she would recreate old comedy routines in the Blackpool rock factory. Finding her funny Arterton spoke of her admiration for the character’s trailblazing journey: "Women were accessories in comedy, and British comedy was particularly sexist. The roles that women had to do were the Benny Hill-type or the Carry On sexualized parts. It was quite extraordinary for a woman to make it in the 60s in comedy in the UK," she said. A cursory glance at the expanded cast list reveals a who’s who of British female comedy actors of the past 30 years. Star turns include Rosie Cavaliero (Little Dorrit, Friday Night Dinner) as Barbara’s domineering aunt, Doon Mackichan (Smack the Pony, Toast of London) as her prissy department store boss and the show’s multiple award-winning writer Morwenna Banks (Skins, Catterick) as her agent’s wife. A trip down memory lane Adapted from Nick Hornby’s 2014 novel Funny Girl, this Sky Original drama evokes the optimism of the swinging '60s with a stunningly realised set design that seamlessly places the characters at the heart of the period’s most iconic locations, including the West End and Soho. From the sitcom set to the TV studio bar, not to mention sharp, refined costumes, the show’s aesthetic forms the perfect backdrop to a joyous, daring and moving story. And though Funny Women sits firmly in the drama category, Banks’s vibrant script ensures the next laugh is never far round the corner. All episodes of Funny Woman are available from 9th February on Sky Max.
8 BritBox series you’ll want to watch time and time again
Stream brilliant British boxsets all in one place with BritBox, the exciting streaming service that’s home to all your favourites.
From the much-loved Only Fools and Horses and Classic Doctor Who, to spectacular Originals like Magpie Murders and Feel the Noise: The Music That Shaped Britain, you’ll find the biggest collection of British boxsets ever on BritBox. You’ll also be pleased to hear you can enjoy your entertainment without interruptions because the service is completely ad-free. Happy days! Plus, thanks to the seven-day free trial, giving BritBox a go won’t cost you a penny. After that, it’s just £5.99 a month and, because it’s contract-free, you can cancel at any time. Here are just some of the celebrated TV series that are available to watch right now. The best TV shows on BritBox to watch now Sanditon season 2 Charlotte returns to the beautiful seaside resort of Sanditon and soon attracts the attention of not one, but two new suitors. Georgina, meanwhile, is enjoying her last summer season before turning 21, getting up to mischief in the name of love. Magpie Murders Starring Lesley Manville and adapted from Anthony Horowitz’s hit novel, this mystery-within-a-mystery follows an editor who gets drawn into a web of intrigue and murder when she receives an unfinished manuscript. Footballers’ Wives Fame, fortune and football are the only things that matter in this outrageous drama where the wives of football’s most elite players strive to stay in the spotlight and keep their secrets under wraps. But it’s not easy… The Thick of It In an obscure British Government department, spin doctor Malcolm Tucker tries in vain to control his gaffe-prone ministers. A darkly comic take on the corridors of power. Classic Doctor Who Follow the irrepressible Doctor as he travels the universe righting wrongs and fighting aliens in his iconic blue TARDIS in this collection of over 600 truly classic episodes. Only Fools and Horses Follow this celebrated British classic from the start and enjoy Peckham’s much-loved dodgy dealers, Del Boy and Rodney, cooking up schemes in their bid to get rich quick. Feel the Noise: The Music That Shaped Britain Discover the dramatic story of British music and the influence it’s had across the world over four decades. Shaun Ryder, Alex James, Cliff Richard, Noddy Holder, Twiggy and other stars talk about how it shaped their lives. The Wedding of the Century Featuring stunningly restored with never-before-seen HD footage, you can relive all the excitement of Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s June 1981 wedding. Visit the TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
7 BritBox Originals you don’t want to miss
From cult classics to new and exclusive Originals, discover the biggest collection of British boxsets.
From comedy to cookery, mystery to history, BritBox lets you stream brilliant British boxsets all in one place. This exciting streaming service is home to so many of your favourites, including classic Doctor Who and Only Fools & Horses – and that’s just the start of it. With brand-new shows added every week, you’ve plenty of opportunity to discover new ones too. What’s more, you can enjoy your entertainment without interruptions because the service is completely ad-free. Happy days! Plus, trying out BritBox won’t cost you a penny thanks to its seven-day free trial. After that, it’s just £5.99 a month and, because it’s contract-free, you can cancel at any time. Tempted? Here are just some of the thrilling BritBox Original series you could be watching on the service right now. Hotel Portofino Starring Natascha McElhone (The Truman Show) and Anna Chancellor (The Split), this decadent mystery drama is set on the Italian Riviera and follows a rich businessman’s daughter as she sets up a luxury hotel in Italy amidst the roaring 1920s and the creeping rise of fascism. Magpie Murders Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) stars in this gripping mystery within a mystery. Adapted from Anthony Horowitz’s hit novel, Magpie Murders follows an editor who gets drawn into a web of intrigue and murder when she receives an unfinished manuscript. Murder in Provence An investigative judge and his partner unpick the murders, mysteries, and dark underbelly of their idyllic home in the south of France in this beautifully set mystery drama featuring Roger Allam (Endeavour) and Nancy Carroll (Father Brown). Secrets of the Spies Dive into a world of secrets and lies in this three-part documentary series. From James Bond to Ian Fleming, Kim Philby to Sergei Skripal, discover what it takes to become a spy, both real and fictional, and live a life full of murder, betrayal, romance and duty. Sanditon, season 2 Join the spirited young Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) in this charming period drama. After heading back to the seaside resort of Sanditon to pursue a life of independence as a governess for a local family, she soon attracts the attention of not one, but two new men. Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? Written and directed by Hugh Laurie, this adaptation of Agatha Christie’s 1934 bestseller sees a dying man’s cryptic final message draw a vicar’s son and his socialite pal into a baffling mystery. Why Didn't They Ask Evans? stars Will Poulter (We’re the Millers) and Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody), with special appearances from Emma Thompson and Jim Broadbent. The Dry Fresh from the creators of Normal People, this sharply funny comedy-drama centres around a newly sober 30-something woman and her dysfunctional family. You can sign up for a 7-day free BritBox trial here. Visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Signora Volpe: the detective drama that’s sure to dazzle you
Set in the picturesque Italian countryside and starring the one and only Emilia Fox, Signora Volpe is the new and exclusive Acorn TV series you don’t want to miss.
There’s nothing quite like finding a new crime drama to lose yourself in, and with Acorn TV you’ll be spoilt for choice. From gripping whodunnits to supernatural thrillers, the streaming service offers new shows weekly, and it doesn’t get much better than its latest offering, Signora Volpe. The series follows Sylvia Fox (Emilia Fox, Silent Witness), an attractive and intelligent woman in her 40s, who, to the casual observer, appears to lead quite the unremarkable life. When asked about her work, she answers with vague references to an unspectacular career in the Civil Service. Which is only very slightly true – because until recently, Sylvia was a high-ranking British spy. When she arrives in Italy for the wedding of her niece Alice, Sylvia is disillusioned with her job at the MI6 headquarters in London and in need of a break. But when the bridegroom disappears, leaving a dead body in the lake at the bottom of his garden, Sylvia quickly takes it upon herself to solve the mystery. Despite the unpromising start to her holiday, Sylvia is enchanted by Umbria, the green heart of Italy, and is surprised and pleased to find herself reconnecting with her estranged sister Isabel, who lives in the handsome hillside town of Panicale. So, when she stumbles upon a beautiful, derelict old house, Sylvia decides to buy it, quit her job, and start afresh. Sylvia wasn’t cut out for a quiet life, however, and she soon finds herself involved in a fresh mystery each week – from the disappearance of a young woman a quarter of a century ago, to the theft of a truffle pig, and a blackmail plot against the son of a Russian politician. At first, Carabinieri Captain Giovanni Riva (Giovanni Cirfiera, American Crime Story) resents the former spy’s interference, but it isn’t long before he begins to seek her help – and it seems his interest in Sylvia may not only be professional… Don’t miss Signora Volpe, streaming exclusively on Acorn TV every week from 2nd May. Enjoy great shows from Britain and beyond With Acorn TV, you can look forward to first-class programmes from all over the world for just £4.99 a month or £49.99 a year – that’s 12 months for the price of 10! Along with new and exclusive shows, you can enjoy critically acclaimed series and timeless classics without the interruption of adverts. Watch TV’s biggest stars, including Jane Seymour as retired professor turned private investigator Harry Wild, Kerry Godliman in the smash hit crime drama Whitstable Pearl (based on the books by Julie Wassmer), Adrian Scarborough as The Chelsea Detective and Ashley Jensen as the much-loved Agatha Raisin, which is returning for a new series. You won’t want to miss Guy Pearce as Jack Irish or Lucy Lawless starring in My Life is Murder, either. If it’s supernatural entertainment you’re after, then you’ll love murder mystery One Lane Bridge from New Zealand, while Balthazar and Candice Renoir from France also promise to delight. Closer to home, you’ll find the captivating Queens of Mystery set in the gorgeous English countryside of Kent. There really is something for everyone on Acorn TV. To start your 30-day free trial, visit acorn.tv or download the Acorn TV app on your favourite device. Check out our Drama hub for more news, interviews and features or find something to watch with our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now to get each issue delivered to your door. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Harry Wild: the gripping Irish crime drama you won’t want to miss
Looking for a new drama to devour? Acorn TV’s new Jane Seymour-fronted thriller promises to be your new favourite watch.
Whether you’re in the mood for a thrilling whodunnit, a captivating drama or a warm-hearted comedy, you’re sure to find your perfect viewing on Acorn TV. And, because the streaming platform adds new shows weekly, there’s always something to lose yourself in, such as its latest offering, Harry Wild. Golden Globe winner Jane Seymour stars as retired literature professor Harriet “Harry” Wild, whose life is taken in a whole new direction after she becomes the victim of a mugging. Shaken up by the attack, she goes to stay with her police detective son Charlie (Kevin Ryan), but things take an unexpected turn when she notices his latest investigation bears striking similarities to an obscure Elizabethan play. When her offer to help is rudely rejected by Charlie, Harry decides she will find the killer herself to prove she was right, but things get even weirder when she crosses paths with her mugger, Fergus Reid (Rohan Nedd). Instead of turning him in, she decides to employ him as her sidekick, and the two forge an unlikely relationship as they become a well-matched sleuthing duo in their quest to catch a killer. Enjoy great shows from Britain and beyond With Acorn TV, you can look forward to first-class programmes from all over the world for just £4.99 a month. Along with new and exclusive shows, you can enjoy critically acclaimed series and timeless classics without the interruption of adverts. Watch TV’s biggest stars such as Kerry Godliman in the smash-hit crime drama detective series Whitstable Pearl, based on the books by Julie Wassmer; Adrian Scarborough as The Chelsea Detective and Ashley Jensen as the much-loved Agatha Raisin, which is returning for a new series. You can also catch Guy Pearce as Jack Irish, Marta Dusseldorp as Janet King and Lucy Lawless in My Life is Murder. If it’s supernatural entertainment you’re after, you’lllove murder mystery One Lane Bridge from New Zealand, while Balthazar and Candice Renoir from France also promise to delight. Closer to home, you’ll find the captivating Queens of Mystery set in the gorgeous English countryside of Kent – it really is drama galore on Acorn TV! To start your 30-day free trial, visit acorn.tv or download the Acorn TV app on your favourite device.
First look: All you need to know about the brilliant new comedy series Newark, Newark
You won’t want to miss this GOLD original comedy featuring big names from the worlds of comedy and soap.
Start spreading the news: GOLD’s latest comedy Newark, Newark is hitting our screens on 28th March, and it brings together an impressive line-up of stars of the small screen. We know the series is set in the East Midlands town of – you guessed it – Newark. But what else do we know about this GOLD original comedy? And is it really so good they named it twice? Here’s the lowdown, from the cast and writer to the plot and when you can see it first. Who is in Newark Newark? Newark, Newark features a stellar cast including Beverley Callard (Coronation Street), Mathew Horne (Gavin & Stacey) and comedian and impressionist Morgana Robinson – meaning it’s likely to bring plenty of laughs, as well as some touching moments. And as if that’s not enough, it’s directed by Amanda Blue, who helped bring us hit comedy The Windsors. Who wrote Newark Newark? It’s the new comedy from Nathan Foad – who’s previously worked on scripts for shows including The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice and has acted in Sky series Bloods (he also has a small role in this series). Reflecting on the experience of writing the show, Nathan says: “Making Newark, Newark is my wildest dream come true. If I could go back in time and tell my teenage self anything, I’d look him straight in his chubby little face and say, ‘Growing up different in this town might not be easy, but one day they’re gonna let you make a TV show about it. Also, learn to breathe through your nose’.” What’s Newark, Newark about? The semi-autobiographical show centres around gay teen Leslie and sees Robinson play his newly single mum Maxine, with Callard taking on the role of her meddling mother, Pauline, and Horne as Maxine’s hopeless ex, Terry. Like many of the best comedies, it reflects the everyday realities and humour of real life: much of the action is set around the family run fish and chip ship in the East Midlands town, so expect plenty of authentic moments. How do I watch Newark, Newark? You can enjoy Newark, Newark on UKTV Gold from Monday 28th March. GOLD are so excited about this original comedy that it’s ‘stripping’ it over three nights (28th-30th March) at 9pm. You’ll also be able to catch up (or watch it again) on demand. What does the maker say about the show? Balloon Entertainment, who created the series, says: “With family and love at its core, Newark, Newark captures the goofy, sticky oddness of long English summers and the joyous, comforting and somewhat ridiculous things that go on in a small town.” Newark, Newark begins on GOLD on 28th March at 9pm. Watch a clip of the show here. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now to get each issue delivered to your door. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Five addictive dating and relationship series you need to watch
There’s something for everyone on discovery+ – including a wealth of unmissable dating shows that will have you hooked from the very first episode.
If you’re a hopeless romantic, then you’re in luck, because discovery+ has a huge collection of addictive relationship shows that are perfect for binge-watching. From farmers who are determined to find ‘the one’, to couples who are fighting against the odds, every show is so incredibly addictive, you won’t be able to resist watching to the end to find out whether your favourites get their happily ever after. Find out more Here are just a few of the series you can watch on discovery+ right now… Love Off the Grid Finding your soulmate is hard enough as it is, let alone when you’re living miles away from the nearest town with only bears and bobcats as neighbours. That’s the situation the mountain men find themselves in, so when four city-dwelling women leave the comforts of home for a chance at love in the wilderness, they do everything they can to rise to the occasion and make their relationships work. But will their extreme differences bring the couples to their breaking points? Watch now Bride and Prejudice: The Forbidden Weddings From TLC Australia, this emotionally charged fly-on-the-wall series features real people tackling real issues on their path towards marriage and love.They’re all striving to show their doubtful loved ones that their differences in culture, religion and age don’t affect their ability to maintain a happy and healthy relationship – but are they prepared to go through with marriage without their families’ blessing? Watch now The Farmer Wants a Wife Five single farmers embark on a quest to find everlasting love by inviting several women to stay at their farm, hoping one of them is their perfect match. Challenges, dates and outings give the women a chance to impress, until each farmer must commit to the person they love the most. But will they make the right choice? Watch now Darcey and Stacey Your favourite twins are back with a bang, and this time they’re gearing up for an exciting year of transformation. A trip to Turkey includes a full body upgrade, planning a double wedding and possibly even welcoming a baby. But when a series of troubling revelations about their respective partners come to light, the twins realise that happily ever after may not be on the cards for them just yet. Watch now 90 Day: The Single Life Recently single cast members from 90 Day Fiancé are looking to find love again while attempting to let go of their baggage from the past. This series follows how they navigate the world of online dating, matchmaking and first dates, as they learn to leave their old pain behind and finally open up to someone new. Watch now Stream the red-hot collection of unmissable dating and relationship shows on discovery+ here
This discovery+ show will make you want to take up an unusual hobby
Revel in an epic competition of tiny proportions with brand new series Best in Miniature, exclusively on discovery+.
With more than 170m views on TikTok alone, it’s safe to say people’s obsession with the miniature world is on the rise. From the preparation of miniscule meals to intricate doll clothing, this unique and captivating trend has many of us hooked. And now, you can swap those short viral videos for an entire series of tiny wonders, thanks to the new discovery+ show Best in Miniature. Hosted by Canadian writer and stand-up comic Aba Amuquandoh, this exciting competition celebrates all things small as 11 of the world’s best miniaturists – including one Brit, Stephen Eddleston – are tasked with designing their dream home in miniature form, room by room, in just 10 weeks. Each home must be created in painstaking detail as they miniaturise objects to 1:12 scale – and the results are nothing short of spectacular. There are regal countryside manors, sleek urban dwellings and model abodes so stylish they could have been pulled straight from the pages of a glossy magazine. Go tiny or go home! While the objects may be tiny, the stakes couldn’t be bigger, as the competitors battle it out for the chance to win a scholarship to attend a prestigious specialist design course to improve their miniaturist skills, as well as a handsome cash prize. Miniature expert Emma Waddell and interior designer Michael Lambie are the esteemed judges deciding their fate. Showcasing an array of awe-inspiring small builds, the series also shines a light on the inspiring life stories of its skilled miniaturists, each of whom has found and developed a passion for designing and constructing model homes in varying styles and aesthetics. And who knows, after watching this series, you might just find yourself inspired to “make it mini” yourself. Stream Best in Miniature on discoveryplus.com or download the discovery+ app
Radio Times New Year Only Connect Quiz Book offer*
Claim a copy of Only Connect: The Difficult Second Quiz Book with the new year issue of Radio Times (P&P cost applies).
Following on from our popular Only Connect book offer last January, we’re giving you the opportunity to claim the difficult second quiz book (just pay p&p*) With many of the very best questions from Only Connect’s first ten years (plus brand new Connecting Walls and Missing Vowels puzzles) and a host of extra facts to keep you sharp, Only Connect: The Difficult Second Quiz Book is the ultimate test for hardcore quiz fans. Only Connect question-setter Jack Waley-Cohen returns with a new collection of 200 cryptic, brain-busting questions, including many never-before broadcast and new ones exclusive to the book. TO CLAIM YOUR BOOK send the completed coupon from Radio Times issue 23 December 2021, plus payment details to cover £3.70* p&p (card payment or cheque payable to Radio Times). Send to: Radio Times Only Connect 2, PO Box 12635, Colchester CO7 5AN Terms and conditions: The book is subject to availability and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis by postal redemption. Coupons must be received by Monday 31 January 2022. Only one free book per coupon. Photocopied coupons are not accepted. Coupons are only redeemable against the promotional Only Connect: The Difficult Second Quiz Book offer as described in RT. Postal applications that arrive without a completed coupon will not be processed. Allow 28 days from the closing date for delivery. Offer only available in the UK. Promoter Immediate Media Company London Ltd. Your personal information will be used as set out in our Privacy Policy, which can be viewed here.
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Claim a copy of this Superworm Puzzle & Activity Book, with the 2021 Radio Times Christmas issue (p&p applies).
Superworm Puzzle and Activity Book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - this year's Radio Times Christmas issue book offer*! In anticipation of the Superworm animation coming to our screens this Christmas, we’re offering our Radio Times readers the opportunity to claim a copy of this Superworm Puzzle and Activity Book - full of striking illustrations and fun activities and puzzles inspired by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s book. This A4-sized glossy special edition is exclusive to RT and includes wordsearches, colouring in, dot-to-dots, a craft project to make a bug hotel, a butterfly cake recipe and even a two-page board game with cut out counters! Share photos of your Superworm book with us on social media using #ChristmasRadioTimes — we will post our favourites! HOW TO CLAIM THE BOOK Complete the coupon on page 47 of the Radio Times Christmas double issue (listings dated 18 - 31 December 2021), including payment details to cover £2.65 p&p*, and send to Radio Times Zog Book Offer, PO Box 12635, Colchester, CO7 5AN. Coupon must be received by Friday 17 December 2021 for the best chance of delivery by Christmas. Please note, there may be localised postal delays. *£2.65 p&p applies. Final closing date 31 January 2022. Terms and conditions The book is subject to availability and will be distributed on a first come, first served basis by postal redemption. Coupons must be received by 31 January 2022. Only one free book per coupon. Photocopied coupons are not accepted. Coupons are only redeemable against the promotional Superworm Puzzle and Activity Book as described in RT. Postal applications that arrive without a completed coupon will not be processed. Allow 28 days from the closing date for delivery. We cannot guarantee delivery in time for Christmas. Offer only available in the UK. Promoter Immediate Media Company London Ltd. Your personal information will be used as set out in our Privacy Policy, which can be viewed here.