The history and traditions of Christmas

Simon Partridge

Regions:: Norfolk, Suffolk
Notice Period:: Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
Type:: Professional
Fee:: Paid: £70 plus 45p a mile travel
Category:: History
Updated:: 12^th March 2025
Tagged:: Christmas

Most of us love a traditional Christmas; but what is a traditional Christmas?

Why do we hang stockings by the chimney with care? Are reindeer really able to fly? Where did Rudolf come from and why do we give presents at Christmas? This talk will reveal that this most Christian of celebrations has, today, very little to do with the birth of Christ. This talk should get you into the festive spirit!!

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About Simon Partridge

Simon is an experienced public speaker. For over 30 years, he has given a wide variety of talks on subjects including natural history, history, and food and drink. If he is interested in the subject, Simon will talk about it! No group is too small or too large.

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