One in five will head to the pub today to celebrate St Stephen's Day

According to a new survey on the nation's favourite ways to celebrate December 26th, 16 percent will go shopping and four percent will take a dip in the sea

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Dec 26 2024
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One in five will head to the p

One in five people will go to the pub today to celebrate St Stephen's Day, a new study shows.

According to a new survey uncovering the nation's favourite ways to celebrate December 26th, 16 percent will go shopping and four percent will take a wintry dip in the sea.

The survey showed that St Stephen's Day celebrations are dominated by enjoying Christmas Day dinner leftovers (46 per cent), visiting friends and family (41 per cent), doing absolutely nothing at home (31 per cent), and watching sports on TV (29 per cent).

Going to a Christmas panto (six per cent) and taking part in ‘Hunting for the Wren’ (four per cent) are two of the least popular St Stephen's Day options.

The research done on behalf of Lottoland also shows that nearly three times as many men than women will watch sports on TV at home and twice as many intend on going to the pub as their way to extend the festive cheer.

Lottoland’s vice president of global corporate affairs, Laura Pearson, said “St. Stephen’s Day is a unique part of Ireland’s festive calendar, blending relaxation with community connection.

"This survey sheds light on the enduring importance of traditions and how people across generations make this day special.”

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