A UK Christmas Blog
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Right, let’s settle this once and for all: Boxing Day has nothing to do with actual boxing. Well, mostly nothing—there is usually a massive fight in the queue for Primark, but that’s not the origin. 26th December is peak British. … Continue readingWhat is Boxing Day and How is it Celebrated? A Complete British Guide
Every Christmas, someone hangs a bit of mistletoe in a doorway, and suddenly everyone’s either strategically avoiding that spot or suspiciously lingering under it. But have you ever wondered why we do this? Why this particular plant? And who decided … Continue readingWhy Do We Kiss Under the Mistletoe? The Ancient Origins of a Christmas Tradition
Remember when advent calendars were just cheap chocolate behind cardboard doors? Those innocent days are gone. Now you can get advent calendars filled with cheese, gin, LEGO, makeup, candles, dog treats, and approximately 4,000 other things. But how did we … Continue readingAdvent Calendars: History and Best Ones to Buy in 2025
Every Christmas Day at 3pm, Britain collectively stops what it’s doing and turns on the telly. Not for football, not for a James Bond film, but for the monarch to talk to us for about 10 minutes. And you know … Continue readingThe King’s Speech: A Christmas Institution
There’s something properly magical about hearing Christmas carols, isn’t there? Whether it’s a group of slightly tipsy singers outside Tesco, a packed church service, or just warbling along to “O Come All Ye Faithful” whilst wrapping presents, carols are the … Continue readingChristmas Carol Singing: A British Tradition
“He’s behind you!” “Oh no he isn’t!” “OH YES HE IS!” If you’ve ever been to a British pantomime, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. If you haven’t, you’re probably very confused right now. Welcome to one of Britain’s … Continue readingThe History of Pantomime at Christmas: A Very British Entertainment
There’s something brilliant about waking up on Christmas morning to a lumpy sock full of presents, isn’t there? It’s the first thing kids check, often before it’s even properly light outside. But why stockings? Why not Christmas pillowcases or festive … Continue readingThe Story Behind Christmas Stockings: A British Christmas Tradition
Right, hands up if you’ve ever wondered why we spend Christmas dinner wearing rubbish paper crowns and reading terrible jokes from cardboard tubes? Yeah, me too. Christmas crackers are brilliantly bonkers when you think about it, but they’re as essential … Continue readingThe History of Christmas Crackers: A Victorian Invention That Conquered British Christmas
You know that feeling when you walk past a beautifully decorated door and think, “I wish my house looked like that”? I get it. Choosing the right Christmas decorations can feel overwhelming, especially with shops packed full of options. But … Continue readingBuy Beautiful Christmas Wreaths & Garlands Decorating Ideas
Have you ever stood in front of your home, trying to figure out where to start with Christmas lights? I know that feeling. You want something magical, but sorting through all the options can feel a bit overwhelming. After doing … Continue readingTop Festive Lighting Ideas For Christmas Decorating
