England is an island state that is part of Great Britain. It has its own national traditions and customs, where holidays are part of English culture. Both state and national celebrations are widely celebrated.
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The most popular and main New Year's holiday in England is considered to be Catholic Christmas, which falls on December 25th. The inhabitants of the country arrange lavish celebrations, large feasts with traditional treats in the form of pudding and stuffed turkey. Houses are decorated with berries, candles, Christmas socks, Christmas tree branches and garlands. The next day, December 26, is Boxing Day, and December 27 is an official holiday. The beginning of the New Year, January 1, in England is not as large as in other countries. People gather in a narrow family circle and celebrate the holiday under the chimes with a glass of champagne.
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An English holiday that has spread throughout the world is Valentine's Day. It is celebrated annually on February 14th. On this day, couples in love arrange romantic events for each other, exchange gifts and valentine cards. Also in England there is a holiday similar to International Women's Day, called Mother's Day. It is celebrated on March 10th. It is customary for women to rest on this day, and men should help them in the household. Mother's Day used to be a church day, but then merged with a secular holiday.
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Since England is a monarchical country, the Queen's birthday is celebrated everywhere. Residents celebrate this day on the second Saturday in June, although Elizabeth II's real birthday is on April 21st. On the solemn day, a royal ball is held, a review of troops and parades are held.
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In the spring, the English celebrate Easter. Its symbols are the Easter bunny and the hare, which signify abundance. On the first Monday in May, people celebrate Spring Day. The holiday is associated with the adventures of Robin Hood and is held with merry festivities and costumed processions.
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On the last Monday in August, England has an August Rest Day. This day is officially considered a day off. People with their families go to nature and have picnics. On the last Sunday in August, the British celebrate the Notting Hill Carnival. On this day, exhibitions, fairs, concerts and dances are held. The carnival lasts two days, each resident dresses in a fancy dress and goes out into the street, where popular festivities take place.
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The people of England celebrate Halloween on October 31st. On a holiday, young people dress up in different evil spirits and scare each other. On November 5, the British hold the Night of Guy Fawkes, who tried to blow up the London Parliament in the 17th century. On a festive night, his effigy is burned, bonfires are made and fireworks are set off. This national holiday is a kind of farewell to autumn.
