The next  tradition is pantomimes which are theatrical  performances that use gestures and mime and body movements as narrative and almost never speak.

Another great tradition is the tree at Trafalgar Square in London offered by Norway in 1947 ( one thousand nine hundred forty-seven ) decorated with dazzling stands of light.

The typical dishes include mince pies, fruit tarts  Tradition says that leaving food on the fireplace on Christmas Day for Santa Claus  will yield extra gifts.

On Christmas Eve, people traditionally eat roasted turkey and roasted potatoes with cabbage.

For dessert it was the classic christmas pudding, a hot fruit cake with alcoholic syrup.

Last but  not the least,  there is the Queen's speech that takes place at 3mp on Christmas Day, highlighting events of the year and reflections  of monarchs on the last 12 months.

   •    One of the most famous pancake races is the Olney in Buckinghamshire. 

   •    Competitors have to be local housewives and they must wear an apron and a hat or scarf. 

   •    Opponent has a frying pan containing a hot pancake. She must toss it three times during the race. 

   •    The first woman to complete the course and arrive at the church, serve her pancake to the bellringer and be kissed by him, is the winner.