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Just because temperatures are dropping and the nights are drawing in doesn’t mean we have to feel low. This is the most wonderful time of the year, after all. From open fires to woolly jumpers, winter coats to spicy hot drinks with a little kick, there’s plenty to love about winter. Here’s just 10 of the best. Turning on the heating I’ve talked previously about how to keep your hand off the heating in the autumn, but once winter rolls around there’s no need for that self-control. Come late November, it’s genuinely cold and time to get those radiators nice and toasty. Buying a new winter coat If we’re going to face the bitter cold this winter, we might as well do it with style. A new coat might seem like a luxury, but we have to treat ourselves when the mercury drops and there are countless options for affordable women’s winter coats these days. The Tu winter coat selection is making me think it might be time to ‘misplace’ last year’s coat in the attic anyway. Cosy...

As the cold winds begin to blow and the dark nights draw in, it’s easy to feel inclined to seek shelter and draw the curtains on the rest of the world. But the winter months are a truly beautiful time of year and there are plenty of unique events and happenings to take advantage of. As such, button up your coat; pull on a warm hat and the hit the road with our guide to surviving the winter months.  Get into the Christmas spirit  The first half of winter is the most enjoyable for many people for the simple reason that it’s got a huge silver lining – Christmas is coming. No matter how much of a Scrooge you are, you’ll inevitably find there is something to love about the festive season.  Don’t grumble and make things hard on yourself, throw yourself into the Christmas spirit. Shop for gifts early to avoid last minute stress, make plans with friends and family that involve plenty of good food and merriment, and install plenty of decorations to really get into the...