Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate and according to a new
survey**, it may just be
good for you! So put a bottle of champagne on ice and read these findings while you think about what to raise a glass to:
THE GREAT CHRISTMAS PUDDING RACE
Some people call Christmas the silly season and it’s no wonder when events like this are being held. If you happen to be in London’s Covent Garden on 3 December you’ll see a group of runners taking part in The Great Christmas Pudding Race, to raise money for Cancer Research. To make it more entertaining, those taking part must wear festive costumes and complete a bizarre obstacle course, while carrying a Christmas pudding! xmaspuddingrace.org.uk
TREND SPOTTING
If you loved 80’s music you’re in for a treat, as a number of old favourites are touring the country. Former pin-ups George Michael and Duran Duran are taking to the road with their shows, as are Status Quo and Bryan Adams, who will no doubt be playing some of his big hits.
the high streets and do their Christmas shopping CANDIS.CO.UK | DECEMBER 2011 15
*Facts from Swanswell, Drinkaware and Weight Loss Resources **Statistics taken from The Celebration Report by Dr Linda Papadopoulos and Bingocams.co.uk Compiled by Amy Salter Photos Alamy, Photolibrary.com, Rex Features, istockphoto.com, NI Syndication, Andrew P.M. Wright, Marketing Manchester, xmaspuddingrace.org.uk, Stephanie Pistel, Mike Farenden