For some, Christmas means preserving a century-old neighbourly ritual, while for others it's caring for the terminally ill. We reveal four unique festive traditions In this festive article, we unwrap four unique true-life tales that capture the essence of Christmas. But as a child, I would venture that my Christmases were more magical than most, thanks to a deeply romantic and picturesque tradition. I grew up in Campden Hill Square, a beautiful Victorian square in London’s Notting Hill Gate.