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Talks for Christmas & Halloween

A selection of talks for Halloween and the Christmas period.  From how Santa Claus came about, when Christmas was cancelled to how chocolate became a Christmas favourite and the history of  Christmas markets. Plus stories of how the witchcraft craze took over at the England beginning of the 16th century in England and Scotland. ​​

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Who was St Nicholas and how did Santa Claus come about? Who developed the story of Santa’s reindeer & when did sending Christmas cards start & so much more.
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The Christmas celebrations we know today have been a long time in the making as a religious & cultural holiday & was even cancelled when England was a republic!
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Behind the stereotypical image of the witch flying on a broomstick wearing a back pointy hat lies a long history of trials, persecution & torture that claimed the lives of hundreds of women & men. 
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The famous names of chocolate created selection boxes,  advent calendars & iconic brands like Quality Street & Roses, all popular at Christmas time. Learn how these pioneering chocolate makers shaped the festive traditions we know today.
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Christmas markets have a long history. Discover the cultural significance of the goods sold & how they reflect local traditions & create a magical atmosphere, through the lens of a trip to Hamburg’s Christmas Market
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 The first English Statute against witches was brought in by Henry VIII in 1542 when no one was safe from the accusation of witchcraft which began to take hold in Tudor times.
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