Christmas Eve is here and it’s almost time for families around the world to open presents, tuck into a Christmas feast and drink a little too much Bucks Fizz.
Each family has their own unique way of celebrating the most magical time of the year - whether that be not opening presents until you’ve had a festive walk, or insisting on nothing but chocolate for breakfast.
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But, there are some traditions that seem to take place in every Merseyside household. Many are not exclusive to Liverpool and Merseyside, but they have become common in every Scouse family and it just wouldn’t feel like a proper Christmas without them.
From matching Alder Hey pyjamas to arguing over whether to watch the King’s Speech, here are 11 things that you’ll definitely relate to.
1. Boxing Day football
Your dad fuming about guests coming over on Boxing Day, because 'Boxing Day is for the footie'. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
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2. Christmas Day pub trip
Christmas Day pub trip. | Pungu x - stock.adobe.com
3. Arguing about whether to watch the King's speech
Arguing about whether to watch the King's speech. | AFP via Getty Images
4. Matching Christmas Eve pyjamas
Matching Christmas Eve pyjamas - Alder Hey if you manage to get some before they sell out. | Canva