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Speaker: Chris Horlock.

This fascinating talk reveals how the people of Sussex celebrated Christmas in the past. Many of the customs of the traditional twelve days of Christmas are detailed, including putting up decorations, bringing in the Yule log, preparing the Christmas day feast, plus the curious ‘Mummer’s Play’ entertainment. There’s a Christmas tale or two along the way, including a mysterious incident during the great snowstorm of 1881, plus how in 1939, the snow at Burwash was not the usual colour!

Members free.

Guests welcome: Entrance £5.00.

Doors open at 7pm.

 

Details

Date:
December 2, 2025
Time:
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.hillcrestcentre.co.uk/

Organiser

Newhaven Historical Society
Phone
07831 900 130
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Venue

Hillcrest Centre
Bay Vue Road
Newhaven, BN9 9LH United Kingdom
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