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The Origins of Christmas Carols
Where do carols come from, how did they become so popular – and why are some carols not actually carols at all? We reveal the secret history of these festive favourites.
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Here are five Christmas highlights from the pantries, butteries, larders and kitchens of medieval England.
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Create Your Own Advent Calendar
To start your count down to Christmas, we've got everything you need to create a brilliant Advent calendar.
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A brief history of Christmas carols
It wouldn’t be Christmas without carols – the traditional festive songs that, in some cases, can be traced back hundreds of years. We speak to Professor Ronald Hutton, the leading historian of the ritual year in Britain, to find out who wrote the first carols, why ‘Away in a Manger’ was credited to Martin Luther despite originating from 19th-century America, and how ‘O Come All Ye Faithful’ may have a hidden message in support of Bonnie Prince Charlie.
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Top 5 Things To Do in December
This December, we’ve got plenty of inspirational ideas for the festive season! Find a fun-filled Christmas event near you, go on an immersive journey through Neverland at Kenwood, get the kids making crafts, and find a relaxing winter walk for the Twixmas period.
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Now that the temperature has dropped, lift the spirit throughout November with stargazing events, autumn walks, enchanting gardens and even ghost tours.
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A medieval manuscript listing relics once housed at Battle Abbey in East Sussex has been newly analysed to reveal festive gifts bestowed by William the Conqueror and holy offerings by King John.
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Read about Victorian parlour games, then try five of our favourites with your friends and family!
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Places to visit between Christmas and New Year
Looking for days out in England between Christmas and New Year? Discover English Heritage castles, abbeys and historic sites open across the country for the perfect winter days out.