Christmas History in Britain

A Victorian Christmas - christmas celebrations and traditions
An interesting article on the beginnings of Christmas traditions and celebrations in Britain.
Apparently....
Before Victoria's reign started in 1837 nobody in Britain had heard of Santa Claus or Christmas Crackers. 
No Christmas cards were sent and most people did not have holidays from work. 
A bit of light reading whilst you prepare for your Christmas celebrations and feasting ! 
Just click on the heading for the full story.