But it wasn’t always this way. English Heritage says, “The theory that it’s bad luck to leave decorations up beyond Twelfth Night (around 6 January) is a modern take on the tradition ...

Evergreens like fir, holly, ivy, and mistletoe that thrived in winter despite the darkness and the cold were favourite decorations for the Christmas season. Illustration by Birket Foster for the ...

The debate on when is the best time to take down the Christmas decorations is almost as controversial as about when to put them up. Some people have their Christmas tree down by St Stephen’s Day, and ...

MANY of us will be taking down our Christmas decorations over the next couple of days. Storing your festive gear properly can prevent damage and make it last for years to come. Here are simple and ...

One of the biggest Christmas debates held by people across the country is the age-old question of when you should have your decorations up. For many, it's annoying when neighbours opt to put ...