By 1640, an Act of the Parliament of Scotland made celebrating the "Yule vacance" illegal, as many of the traditions were viewed as too extravagant by the church. Instead of celebrating Christmas ...

There are a number of Easter and spring traditions in Scotland dating back centuries that are still observed to this day. Article continues below The Daily Record has rounded up some of the most ...

The Belfast-based folk musician Francis McPeake took an old Scottish song from the early ... that focus on the rich symbolism of Irish Christmas traditions. Preparing the home and hearth for ...

"Old Town is like a European Christmas village throughout ... of things for sure," she said. "The Scottish walk is really moving...so it's a lot of traditions and festivities to enjoy." ...

Selon les traditions, le Père Noël vient du ciel ... She says that Father Christmas travels by sleigh through the sky and comes down the chimney to put presents under the tree on Christmas ...

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There are a number of Easter and spring traditions in Scotland dating back centuries that are still observed to this day. The Daily Record has rounded up some of the most iconic traditions that take ...