Christmas is a time for singalongs, old friends and far too many pints, says Mike Daw
The article celebrates the tradition of the Christmas Eve "booze up" – a night of uninhibited revelry with friends and family. It highlights the sense of community and nostalgia associated with gathering on Christmas Eve, drawing parallels to Victorian England where pubs would stay open late for local festive celebrations. Essentially, it's an ode to the freedom and joy of escaping the often-obligatory social pressures of the Christmas season and embracing a night of pure, festive fun.
