Why is it considered bad luck in Scotland to let the fire go out on Christmas Eve?

Answer

According to legend, it's bad luck to let the fire go out on Christmas Eve, because if this happens elves will come down the chimney to perform all types of mischief.

Scotland celebrates Christmas in much the same way as they do in England, but they also have their own special ways of celebrating too.

A traditional Christmas lunch will include - Starter: Scotch Broth. Main course - Roast Turkey, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Chipolata Sausages, Roast Potatoes, Carrots, Brussels Sprouts. Dessert - Christmas Pudding and Brandy custard.

Their Christmas pudding is called "Clootie dumpling" made from fruits, suet and flour. It is served hot with cream for the children and whiskey or brandy-flavored custard sauce for the adults.

Christmas Eve in some parts of Scotland is called Sowans Nicht from "sowans" - a dish made from oat husks and fine meal steeped in water.

Legends say that on Christmas Eve, unmarried women had their fortune told by dropping an egg into a glass and the shape of the egg signified the occupation of her future husband.



Kids are as excited about Father Christmas coming, as English kids. He comes down their lum (chimney) and fills up their stockings with presents and sweets.