Christmas Eve in the United Kingdom (December 24)

In United Kingdom the Christmas has many traditions, in this blog We talk about these traditions that the British have for Christmas.

Christmas Eve

First We talk about of Christmas eve, is the day when the little ones hang their socks on the tree or on the chimeney for Santa Claus to leave them their presents.           
Usually this day is used to prepare gifts with family or friends. This day is very similar to the one we have in Mexico, families prepare to place gifts on the tree or even some families do not celebrate Christmas in this way, only with food and family to spend the night.


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