Why December 26 is called Boxing Day

Boxing Day has become a favoured festive tradition in the UK as people spend time with the families, shop in the sales or watch some football - but where did the name come from?

By: Manchester Evening News

Dec 26 2024
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Why December 26 is called Boxi

Boxing Day has become an essential part of the Christmas holidays in the UK.
From spending time with family, to eating left-over turkey in sandwiches, bargain hunting in the shops and going to the football - December 26th has become a favoured festiv... [1974 chars]