In Scotland , people celebrate the last day of the year . This is one of the most famous festivals in the United Kingdom , where along with music concerts , games and carnivals , Hogmanay follows a local tradition called ‘ rst footing ’. This celebration starts after midnight , when the person enters his neighbour ' s or friend ’ s house to give some presents : cake , shortbread , whiskey and cookies . They wish good luck for the new year . There is reball swinging and marching up to the top of Lomond Hills , too . ( Riza Aybars )
the UK - Christmas
The whole country lights up with festive lanterns and lamps on the evening of the 25th December . People have got Christmas trees in the living rooms . They decorate the houses with toys , wreaths , garlands and mistletoe . The whole family and loved ones gather at the table . ( Ana G .)
the UK , Scotland - Edinburgh Festival
Usually in August every year , Edinburgh festival is something great in Scotland . It is one of the greatest cultural festivals in Europe with hundreds of different events : street performances , readings , dancing , theatre and a lot more . ( Andrea ) the UK , Wales - " Festival No . 6 "
" A festival like no other , in a place like no other " is the motto of " Festival No . 6 ", which takes place in Portmerion , a strange town on the Welsh coast surrounded by seas , mountains and forests . There are performances swing dancing , torchlight processions and guided " philosophical tours ". ( Max from Ukraine ) the UK - Red Nose Day
People organise a Red Nose Day every two year ( usually in May ) in the UK . It is a charity event . Everyone takes part and buys a red nose . People do funny things . The money goes to poor countries . ( Andrea ) the UK , Scotland - Hogmanay