Apple Howling is an ancient custom that traditionally takes place in the apple orchards of southern England. Bolney in West Sussex has revived the custom…
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A unique 700 year old tradition in Lincolnshire
The Haxey Hood Game is a unique 700 year old tradition, played on the 12th day of Christmas in Lincolnshire with a ‘Fool’ and ‘Boggans’…
A unique and lively Twelfth Night celebration in London
On Sunday 6th January, the Bankside area of London will come alive with singing, dancing, plays and storytelling for a unique Twelfth Night celebration…
Fireballs, wooden torches and flaming barrels to bring in the New Year
For those who fancy doing something a bit different this New year, here are some of the more quirky ways to celebrate…
Matlock’s quirky Boxing Day Raft Race
The 57th Matlock Raft Race will take place on Boxing Day with creatively-minded teams competing in quirky crafts and raising money for the RNLI…
A Boxing Day theatrical custom
Venture out this Boxing Day to watch a quirky custom being carried out, as bands of merry men and women across the country perform a traditional play…
Scarborough don their top hats for unusual Boxing Day match
Said to be Scarborough’s oldest surviving custom, the Fishermen & Firemen’s Charity Football Match takes place on Boxing Day at South Bay Beach…
Possibly the oldest pram race in the world
Pagham Pram Race claims to be the oldest pram race in the world, and it takes place annually in West Sussex on Boxing Day…
Hip Hop Karaoke Christmas Special at the Queen Of Hoxton
For a fun and festive alternative night out, head to the Queen of Hoxton on Thursday 20th December for their Hip Hop Karaoke Christmas Special…
An anti-festive dark comedy at Southwark Playhouse
The Night Before Christmas at Southwark Playhouse promises to be the darkest Christmas comedy in London this festive season…
Seasonal swims and daring dips for the hardy this Christmas
Contrary Life delights in bringing you our annual round-up of the festive swims and dips taking place across the UK this year…
A time to remember at Burning the Clocks in Brighton
Burning the Clocks in Brighton takes place on the winter solstice with a fantastical procession, bringing magic to the streets…
A twisted show mixing performance and animation
The Animals and Children took to the Streets will be visiting Brighton for a month-long festive residency at The Old Market…
Dress up as Santa and Chase the Pudding in Weymouth
On Sunday 16th December, Weymouth beach will be filled with costumed Santas for the 11th annual Chase the Pudding event…
A unique Christmas display in Mousehole
Head to Mousehole in Cornwall, between Saturday 15th December and Saturday 5th January, for their unique annual Christmas display…