Autumn

L: Kevin Wareing of Paul’s Farm Pumpkin Patch . R: Volunteers during one of the pumpkin picking weekends this year.

Leyland farm turns pumpkin picking into Poppy Appeal fundraiser

Bearded tits at Leighton Moss nature reserve in Lancashire, Oct 2026

Amazing pictures of bearded tits captured at Preston nature reserve

Family holidays for less than £100? You'd be surprised how many options there are

Four nights away for six people for £99? These seaside breaks deliver

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

The throw is a bargain if you pick the grey one - but only for a limited-time

Amazon’s cosy fleece throw is just £6.47 if you pick this colour

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Burger King will re-open its newly refurbished drive-thru in Lostock Lane, Bamber Bridge, on Tuesday, October 20

Burger King to reopen next week with 'whopper' of a deal

The best breakfast's in Preston

The best places to visit for breakfast across Preston

I use face mist every day and this e.l.f skincare spray is on my autumn shopping list

The e.l.f face mist I’m eyeing up for my autumn skincare routine

Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

The bargain brolly designed to stand up to autumn gusts

All the events on at The Harris this October including free Half Term fun

All the events on at The Harris this Oct including free Half Term fun

Bring the colours of the season into your home with Bunches’ autumn flower collection, such as this Golden Woodland bouquet - and you can save 15%.

Bring autumn flowers home and save with 15% with Bunches

Family holidays for less than £100? You'd be surprised how many options there are

We've found dozens of four-night beach holidays for just £99

Very’s £28 set of two monochrome pumpkin decorations could be an easy way to give your home a subtle Halloween update

The £28 Halloween decorations I’m eyeing for autumn

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update
The orange roses and white freesias are exactly what I want in my home this autumn
Natalie Dixon

The £70 heated throw for autumn

The £70 heated throw I’m eyeing for autumn

Bunches’ Autumn Sunrise bouquet combines warm yellow, orange, red and burgundy blooms for a colourful seasonal display.

Autumn flowers to bring seasonal colour into your home

Now autumn is officially upon us, pubs with roaring fires become even more attractive.

It's officially autumn - here's 15 Lancashire pubs with cosy fires

Lincoln City’s Chiedozie Ogbene with North End’s Harry Clarke

Tim Mercer's PNE Fans' Panel verdict: Where is the next win coming from?

The TOG24 Kilnsey Womens Waterproof Jacket is now £40 in the clearance sale.

TOG24’s waterproof jacket is £60 off and perfect for autumn days

Early Autumn

15 autumn walks to try in Lancashire now we're in the 'Ber' months

These women's waterproof jackets offer options for everything from everyday autumn showers to colder days.

Four women's waterproof jackets to have ready for autumn rain

The Simba Hybrid 3-in-1 Duvet can be separated into 3.5 and 7 tog layers or clipped together for a warmer 10.5 tog setup

The Simba duvet I use all year has a clever answer to summer heat

Lewis Dobbin, with Ben Whiteman (left) and Milutin Osmajic, was a big hit on loan (photo: Rich Linley/CameraSport)

Tim Mercer's PNE Fans' Panel season verdict: We just ran out of steam

A heated gilet might not be the obvious choice in spring - but at this price it'll pay to have it ready for the return of cold weather

Amazon slashes price of heated gilet with battery pack to just £13

Dunelm's heated airers are well worth a look as the colder months arrive

Dunelm’s heated airers from £40 are a winter laundry lifesaver
With winter closing in, drying clothes indoors is a must — and Dunelm’s range of heated airers, from compact ladders to four-tier dryers, promises to keep your laundry routine warm and efficient
Gareth Butterfield

Japanese knotweed (left) and giant hogweed can both cause you big problems

Now is your chance to remove weeds for good – 3 to watch out for

Luxury Italian leather suites and more are available in store

Award-winning furniture store celebrates two years in Chorley with Autumn sale

Best nail salons for Halloween nails in Lancashire

17 of the best places to get your nails done for Autumn and Halloween

Regatta’s new winter range has just landed and perfect for pumpkin picking season

First look at Regatta’s new winter range

Regatta's mid-season sale offers discounts of up to 80% on items ideal for autumn and winter

We browse the 80% autumn menswear bargains in the Regatta sale

If you’re on your feet all day you need to be wearing something comfy. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: Daughter #2 returns to life on the ocean waves

Evlo and other organisations are calling for significant reforms to how credit histories are built in the UK.

Ad Feature Loan provider calls for rent payments to count towards credit scores

Tumella's umbrella comes with a lifetime warranty

Grab a 40% saving on this best-rated windproof umbrella

As Autumn well and truly kicks in, the end of the year is in sight.

The end-of-year money checklist for people in the North-West

Make the most of the weather before winter arrives with 11 fantastic beach walks you can take in the UK during the Autumn season.

The 11 picturesque beaches named the best in the UK

Date clocks go back in October - why clocks change on a weekend and if your clocks will update automatically.

Date clocks go back in October - why clocks change on a weekend

Spring-flowering bulbs like tulips are just one of the plants to put into your garden this coming month

What experts say you should plant in your garden this October

The weather over the past summer may trigger an especially vibrant display this autumn

Why autumn leaves may be more spectacular than ever this year

Celebrating the harvest and taking in the changes of the season are both ways you can celebrate the autumn equinox

The exact time of the 2025 autumn equinox - and 5 ways to celebrate it

Three spectacular astronomy events to catch this month if you missed the Blood Moon.

Three spectacular astronomy events to catch in the UK this month

Smart thermostats can save you money every month by using your energy more efficiently

Cheapest smart thermostats: save money on heating this autumn

Autumn is the month that is the least popular. Photo: Adobe

Blaise Tapp: Autumn now feels like a three month Christmas warm up

Five tools in one - with a powerful 52cc engine

Petrol multi-tool with five attachments slashed to £75 in Wowcher deal

We went for lunch at Gino D'Acampo Italian Restaurant on Newcastle's Quayside - and here's what we thought.

Summer may nearly be over but Gino's fresh menu will brighten any day

Shark is well known for its cleaning innovations

Shark vacuums and carpet cleaners nearly half price in huge sale

Exploring Rome’s iconic Colosseum is even more enjoyable in the quieter autumn months.

Smart travellers snapping up Rome breaks from £99pp this autumn

Faux Suede Hobo Bag – an affordable way to add texture and trend to your autumn wardrobe.

The must-have suede items to shop for Autumn 2025

George Williams hopes his rugby league team can summon Ashes spirit

Jools Holland is set to tour the UK during the colder months of the year, with special guest Imelda May joining him and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.

Jools Holland and his Orchestra to tour the UK in late 2025

Lizard Point in Cornwall is one of hundreds of £79 holiday resorts on offer in the Parkdean Resorts Black Friday sale

Family beach holidays now start at £79 thanks to a Black Friday sale

Liam Lindsay

Handball goal papers over cracks of poor North End performance

Playing golf: Jason Fox reveals what makes Brits fierce on the fairway

(Photo: Pexels)

The best autumn side hustles you can do from home to earn extra cash

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