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Festivals

An event, usually staged by a local community, which usually focusses on and celebrates a unique aspect, custom or tradition of that community.

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holly

Festivals; Christmas

A bush with green glossy leaves, and most known for the varieties with red berries, used as a Christmas decoration representing new life.

holy

Festivals; Christmas

Sacred, or participant of the holiness of a divine power, usually God.

angels

Festivals; Christmas

Messengers of God who appeared to the Shepherds announcing the birth of Jesus.

baubles

Festivals; Christmas

Shiny trinkets and ornaments, traditionally made from glass, used in Christmas decorations.

bells

Festivals; Christmas

Hollow metal objects that emit a tuned sound when struck, used during Christmas to announce the arrival of the season and proclaim the birth of Christ.

bethlehem

Festivals; Christmas

A small town in Judea near Jerusalem, where King David was born and the birthplace of Jesus.

boxing day

Festivals; Christmas

The day after Christmas day when presents are given to extended family and friends. Possibly dating from the Middle Ages when the householder would give presents to the servants ...