8 medieval Christmas traditions to liven up your holiday party

This article was originally published on mentalfloss.com as 8 Medieval Christmas Traditions to Liven Up Your Holiday Party.
Long Island Press

History of figgy pudding: how a Medieval dish became a holiday classic

The centuries-old dessert evolved from medieval porridge to a festive Christmas staple, with modern cooks keeping the tradition alive.

Medieval Christmas market returns to Lincoln

A Medieval Christmas market is returning to Lincoln. The event will take place from 4 to 7 December at St Mary le Wigford ...
Classical Music

Best Christmas carols: the 37 greatest festive hymns of all time

What are the best Christmas carols of all time? We asked 50 choirmasters for their choices... here are the results ...

This German Christmas market may be kitsch, but it’s the essence of the holiday season

Here are five of the best Christmas markets to visit in Europe. Too often overlooked for other European medieval hotspots ...
Secret London

This Modern Re-Telling Of A Legendary Medieval Christmas Play Has Just Opened In North London – And It’s A Wildly Funny Time Packed With Knights, Maidens, And M…

The lesser told Christmas story about Arthur, Camelot and the knights of the round table - oh, and a giant green knight (not ...

Inside Raby Castle at Christmas as medieval fortress like never seen before

Visitors to Raby Castle this Christmas will be able to experience the magical festive period at the medieval fortress for the first time in five decades. Located near Staindrop in County Durham, less ...